Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast

48:58

Can the D-backs Still Extend Gabriel Moreno After...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/10/09

After Gabriel Moreno turned in an MVP-caliber 2026 season, could the Diamondbacks still lock him up long-term? We explore what a potential Moreno extension could look like and whether it would be worthwhile for the Diamondbacks. Plus, we discuss a pair of promising catching prospects in the D-backs organization and how they could possibly alter the team's thinking. We also touch on the recent news that the team is parting ways with pitching coach Brian Kaplan. Was the move surprising given the

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42:51

Nick Piecoro Joins: Ketel Marte's Future, Torey...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/10/07

Friend of the show Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic joins to discuss the Diamondbacks' decision to bring back Torey Lovullo on a two-year contract. Does it mean that Ketel Marte is likely headed elsewhere this offseason? We also dive in to what happened in 2026 for the Diamondbacks. And what's the path to 90-plus wins moving forward? Finally, we discuss Nick's report that the team is parting ways with long-time play-by-play broadcaster Steve Berthiaume. What will we remember most about Bert's

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58:21

Ken Kendrick Says D-backs Will Cut Payroll in 2027

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2026/10/03

Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick made his annual season-ending radio appearance on Friday, and he stated clearly that the team's payroll will be lower in 2027. What actually was the Diamondbacks' payroll in 2026, and can the team actually improve with a lower figure in 2027? We do a deep dive on every line item of the 2027 payroll. Will the Diamondbacks tender a contract to Pavin Smith? What would it look like to bring Michael Soroka back? Is trading Ketel Marte a realistic way to open up additional

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42:55

D-backs Retain Torey Lovullo on Two-Year Extension

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/10/02

After several days of silence, the Diamondbacks announced Thursday that manager Torey Lovullo is returning on a two-year extension. We discuss what the past few days have been like for Lovullo and why the team chose to bring him back. Did Lovullo deserve a new contract? To what extent was general manager Mike Hazen also responsible for the team's shortcomings in 2026?We also look ahead to the upcoming offseason and Hazen's stated top priorities with the roster. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers

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48:02

D-backs Miss Playoffs for Third Straight Year After...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/28

The Diamondbacks needed everything to go their way on Sunday to punch a ticket to the postseason, but almost nothing did. The Phillies beat the Rays, 7-3, and the Diamondbacks played a lackluster Game 162, losing 9-4, and missing the playoffs for a third consecutive season. How should we look back on September 2026 for the D-backs? Where does this leave Mike Hazen and Torey Lovullo, and how much money will the team have to work with this offseason? What about Ketel Marte's future? Finally, we cover

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40:26

D-backs Bullpen Game Goes Horribly Wrong, Season...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/27

The Diamondbacks had an opportunity to take the third wild card spot from the Phillies on Saturday night, but their bullpen game blew up and they ultimately lost to the San Diego Padres. What went into the team's pitching plan, and why did Jose Cabrera play such a prominent role in a must-win game? Meanwhile, the Phillies lost once again and are going to use Zack Wheeler tomorrow in Game 162. Could the Rays actually help the D-backs out yet again? And what do we expect from the Diamondbacks' side of

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42:24

Live from Petco Park: D-backs Thump Padres, Pull...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/26

With their backs against the wall, the Diamondbacks have won a season-high six games in a row. On Friday, they dominated the Padres. Lars Nootbaar led off the game with a home run, the offense put up 7 runs in four innings against Casey Mize and Brandon Pfaadt delivered 7 2/3 innings to preserve the bullpen for another must-win game on Saturday. Do the D-backs really have a shot in this thing? Plus, what's going on with the Phillies lately, and what are their plans for the final two games of the

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43:16

D-backs Sweep Rockies, Stay Alive Another Day in NL...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/25

For the first time since 2018, the Diamondbacks swept the Rockies at Coors Field, and it couldn't have come at a better time. The offense jumped out to a big early lead, Eduardo Rodriguez delivered a quality start in his final start of the year and the bullpen (barely) held on. Where does the win leave them in the NL Wild Card race? Do they really have a shot to catch the Phillies or Padres this weekend in San Diego? We also discuss a few listener superchats, including whether the D-backs will

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44:41

D-backs Hang On for Fourth Straight Win As Playoff...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/24

Snakes alive? The Diamondbacks won their fourth straight game on Wednesday and have managed to hang around in the NL wild card race. What needs to happen tomorrow for them to have a chance to overtake the Padres this weekend? We discuss Wednesday's bizarre first inning and a solid night of pitching from Merrill Kelly and the bullpen. Plus, could Gabriel Moreno really win the batting title, and how does his game compare to that of Luis Arraez? Finally, we look ahead to this weekend in San Diego and

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49:24

D-backs Live To Fight Another Day as Arenado’s Grand...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/21

With their backs firmly against the wall, the Diamondbacks notched their 47th comeback win of the season on Sunday, beating the New York Yankees behind a Nolan Arenado grand slam. We explain what made Arenado's swing so special and what has led to his excellent season. Meanwhile, Corbin Burnes was unable to get out of the third inning, and his stuff was down considerably from his past two outings. Can the Diamondbacks really afford to use him next weekend in another must-win game? What happened to

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47:21

Pavin Smith Walks Off Yankees as D-backs Stay Alive...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/20

Just as we all expected, Pavin Smith delivered a pinch-hit, walk-off home run against the Yankees on Saturday night to lead the Diamondbacks to a much-needed win and keep their dwindling postseason hopes alive. We discuss Smith's huge swing, and the many smaller wins throughout the game that helped set the table for it, including an enormous two-run triple from Jordan Lawlar in the fifth inning. Where does the win leave the D-backs in the postseason race? Do they now have a better chance of catching

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49:23

D-backs Lose Huge Series to Marlins, Fall 3.5 Games...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/17

For the second straight night, the Diamondbacks could not get the big hit against the Miami Marlins. How slim are their playoff chances following the series loss? Do they still have a path to pass the San Diego Padres? We also discuss several big moments from the game, from stranding the bases loaded in the first inning to Jordan Lawlar being cut down at second to end the game. Should the D-backs have kept him at first with Ketel Marte at hte plate? We also look ahead to the Yankees series and

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49:20

D-backs Playoff Odds Tumble After Crushing Series...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/14

After back-to-back losses to the Rangers and the Padres now having won seven in a row, is the D-backs' season on the brink of collapse? We discuss what went wrong in their final two games against the Texas Rangers and where it leaves them with 12 games to play. Do they have enough time to make up the ground? We discuss an offense that continues to struggle against right-handers, a surprising string of defensive mistakes and Brandon Pfaadt coming back down to earth over the past month. What are the

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45:16

D-backs Bats Break Out, Justin Martinez Tosses...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/12

For the first time in what feels like a long time, the Diamondbacks won in dominant fashion with a 9-1 beatdown of the Texas Rangers. We discuss Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte leading the way offensively, and Kevin Ginkel getting a couple of huge outs in the fifth inning to shift the momentum in their favor. We also dive in to Justin Martinez tossing the fifth immaculate inning in D-backs history — and the team's second this season alone. What has worked so well for Martinez since his return

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40:50

Corbin Burnes Returns, Tim Tawa & Blake Walston Shine...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/09

The Diamondbacks did it again. After not scoring for seven innings, they broke through late against the Kansas City Royals and found a way to win their fourth straight game. Blake Walston and Tim Tawa came through when it mattered most, and Corbin Burnes was effective in his long-awaited return to the mound. We dive in to all angles of the win, including our thoughts on Burnes' return. Should we be concerned that Burnes' stuff was still down a tick or two? What expectations should we have moving

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47:49

Mailbag: What Should D-backs Fans Expect from Corbin...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/08

Another day, another nailbiter win for the Diamondbacks. After being held scoreless for nine innings on Monday, the D-backs hung on for a 5-4 victory in 10 innings over the Kansas City Royals. We dive in to who got the big hits when they needed them most, and another very good day for the bullpen. We also revisit Sunday's win, in which Eduardo Rodriguez tossed another gem despite not having his best stuff. We then discuss your mailbag questions. What should we expect from Corbin Burnes in his season

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48:36

Ketel Marte Hits Game-Tying Homer As D-backs Stun Astros

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/06

After falling behind early once again, the Diamondbacks notched their league-leading 42nd comeback win of the year on Saturday against the Houston Astros with a 4-3 win in 10 innings. Ketel Marte had arguably the biggest swing of the night with a game-tying homer in the eighth, and Gabriel Moreno hit an RBI single in the 10th that gave the D-backs the lead. As has often been the case, the bullpen was excellent, too. We discuss the biggest moments of the win, including a pair of huge strikeouts of

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46:53

James McCann Delivers Go-Ahead HR as D-backs Bullpen...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/03

The Diamondbacks snapped their three-game losing skid on Wednesday behind an outstanding shutout performance from their bullpen and a huge eighth-inning homer by James McCann. We use the opportunity to heap some much-deserved praise on a D-backs bullpen that has been excellent this year when it matters most. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks' offense continues to struggle, and Corbin Carroll has had a brutal couple of weeks. What's gone wrong for Carroll at the plate lately? Who else in the offense needs

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41:43

Ketel Marte Addresses Team In Return To D-backs

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/09/01

After a no-show in Boston and a stint on the 10-day injured list, Ketel Marte addressed his D-backs teammates and the media for the first time on Monday. What stood out about Marte's comments on his first day back with the team? And what did manager Torey Lovullo say about it? Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks lost a forgettable game to the Philadelphia Phillies in which they went hitless with runners in scoring position and left 11 men on base. What went wrong for the offense? Finally, we give injury

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50:59

D-backs Miss Golden Opportunity, Settle for Split...

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast ·

2026/08/30

After briefly reaching a season-high nine games over .500 on Saturday afternoon, the Diamondbacks lost the nightcap to the San Francisco Giants and split the series. What went wrong for Mitch Bratt and the D-backs' pitching staff in the series finale? Meanwhile, Merrill Kelly looked like his old self and Lars Nootbaar is finding his footing after a rough start with the D-backs. Plus, is Tim Tawa emerging as a key member of the Diamondbacks' position player core? We also discuss Corbin Burnes' rehab

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