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The home run hitting podcast covering the Arizona Diamondbacks, hosted by Michael McDermott. Michael is a credentialed beat writer for FanNation's Inside the Diamondbacks on Sports Illustrated's website.

Michael McDermott

Chase Field


    • Aug 9, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 52m AVG DURATION
    • 65 EPISODES


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    Ep. 62: Diamondbacks are the hottest team in baseball

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 47:44


    The Diamondbacks have won six straight series heading into their series against the Cleveland Guardians. Michael McDermott and Wes Baier talk about the offense being the recent catalyst, the unfolding closer situation, and the starting rotation getting healthier.

    Ep. 61: Diamondbacks land shutdown lefty A.J. Puk in trade with Marlins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 30:12


    The Arizona Diamondbacks swung the first major trade ahead of the deadline, acquiring A.J. Puk from the Miami Marlins in exchange for minor league prospects Deyvison De Los Santos and Andrew Pintar. Lindsay Crosby, Managing Editor of Braves Today and Inside the Marlins for Athlon Sports, joins the podcast to talk about the prospects and how Puk improves Arizona's bullpen.

    Ep. 60: Diamondbacks play Cubs with everything on the line

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 47:10


    The Diamondbacks will start the second half of their season with a huge series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Jack Vita comes on the Snakes on the Diamond podcast to discuss the current state of the Cubs heading into that series.

    Ep. 59: Diamondbacks and Braves square off in potential playoff preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 42:51


    With the Diamondbacks showing signs of life after a successful Southern California road trip through Los Angeles and San Diego, they return home to play the Atlanta Braves at Chase Field for four games. Snakes on the Diamond host Michael McDermott and Braves Today Managing Editor Lindsay Crosby give a detailed series preview as a potential preview for a postseason series.

    Ep. 58: Is Ketel Marte Now the National League MVP Frontrunner?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 61:38


    Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss if Ketel Marte is now the National League MVP frontrunner in the 2024 season, Christian Walker's chances of making the All-Star team, Corbin Carroll's recent surge at the plate, and Alek Thomas' injury rehab progress.

    Ep. 57: Is MLB Gambling Away Its Future by Embracing Sports Betting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2024 57:26


    Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier react to the recent news of players, umpires, and team personnel caught and disciplined for gambling on baseball. Michael and Wes then break down the situation with Andrew Saalfrank and discuss what it will take for him to get back in the good graces of the Diamondbacks and react to a Bob Nightengale article highlighting the threats MLB players face with gambling.

    Ep. 56: Can the Diamondbacks Survive with a Patchwork Rotation?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 51:33


    Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss the current state of the Diamondbacks' starting rotation, Jake McCarthy rumors, and the team's third base situation. Despite the team winning 6 of their last 10 games, the starting rotation presents a potential threat that could unravel their entire 2024 season if not addressed.

    Ep. 55: Is the 2024 Season Starting to Turn Around for the Diamondbacks?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 63:57


    The Diamondbacks are coming off a 10-6 stretch, including an impressive series win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss the team's improved play and some top prospects who have found their footing to begin the 2024 season.

    Ep. 54: Can the Diamondbacks Continue Their Winning Ways vs. Chicago?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 44:11


    Chicago native and aspiring baseball content creator Jack Vita joins the Snakes on the Diamond podcast to provide the fan sentiment and early analysis on the Cubs, who are off to a 9-6 start, and makes his pick for who will win the National League Central in 2024.

    Ep. 53: Diamondbacks Begin Critical 13-Game Stretch Against the Cardinals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 39:50


    The D-backs begin a critical 13-game stretch against National League opponents who expect to be in the postseason picture. The first team is the Cardinals, who the D-backs will host at Chase Field for a 3-game series over the weekend. Michael McDermott and Wes Baier preview the upcoming series and make a prediction.

    Ep. 52: D-backs Rally Late to Defeat the Rockies at Coors Field

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 12:41


    The D-backs rally late in the series finale to take 2 of 3 from the Rockies at Coors Field. While the series win is nice, especially against a Rockies team that's headed nowhere in 2024, there are some concerning trends that need to be corrected. Michael McDermott gives his opinion on how the D-backs played the Rockies over the week.

    Ep. 51: Diamondbacks Hot Start Chopped by the Braves

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 32:25


    The Diamondbacks were swept by the Atlanta Braves over the weekend, losing the first two games in heart-breaking fashion after getting to Spencer Strider and Max Fried. Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss what went wrong against Atlanta and what the D-backs can do about that.

    Ep. 50: Diamondbacks Drop Series to Yankees, Move on to Atlanta

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 58:44


    Episode 50 of the Snakes on the Diamond Podcast recaps a frustrating end to a thrilling series against the Yankees. Then Braves Today and Inside the Marlins Managing Editor Lindsay Crosby joins the podcast to preview the upcoming series against the Atlanta Braves.

    Ep. 49: Diamondbacks Start the Season Strong With Series Win Over Rockies

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 43:37


    The Diamondbacks started their season off strong, taking 3 of 4 against the Colorado Rockies in their opening series. Former D-backs, now Rockies, beat writer Evan Thompson compares the Rockies current path to the one taken by Arizona just a few seasons ago. Then Michael McDermott and Wes Baier preview the upcoming series against the New York Yankees.

    Ep. 48: D-backs Signal They're All-In After Jordan Montgomery Signing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 47:36


    The D-backs have signaled they're going all-in for the 2024 season, as they've reportedly signed left-handed starter Jordan Montgomery to a one-year deal plus an option for 2025. Michael McDermott and Wes Baier react to the signing and if that means the team is going all-in the next two seasons as a result.

    Ep. 47: Should the D-backs Go All-In and Sign Jordan Montgomery?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 63:00


    The latest bombshell report lists the D-backs as a sleeper team to sign left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery. Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss the likelihood of the team signing Montgomery, look at internal options with the starting rotation, and then discuss the latest Shohei Ohtani rumors.

    Ep. 46: Should We Be Worried About D-backs Latest Injuries?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2024 50:47


    Michael McDermott and Wes Baier react to the D-backs' latest injuries. Left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez left his start against the Chicago Cubs with left lat tightness after 1 inning and Randal Grichuk's availability for Opening Day is looking very doubtful. Michael and Wes discuss who will likely fill in the open spots in the rotation and the bench while the two players are out.

    Ep. 45: Dylan Cease Trade Makes NL West Tougher

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 61:20


    The Padres swung a blockbuster trade with the Chicago White Sox, landing Dylan Cease for a reliever and three Top 10 prospects. Jack Sommers and Michael McDermott react to the Dylan Cease trade, discuss the backup shortstop job and 5th starter competition, and then discuss what to expect from the Spring Breakout game vs. the Rockies Saturday.

    Ep. 44: Does Blaze Alexander Have a Spot on the Opening Day Roster?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 61:12


    Infielder Blaze Alexander has been the talk of Diamondbacks 2024 Spring Training. Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss Blaze's chances of making the roster and other standouts this camp.

    Ep. 43: Henry, Nelson Shine in D-backs 5th Starter Competition

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 57:58


    Tommy Henry and Ryne Nelson shine in their first audition to be the 5th and final starter in the D-backs rotation. Former D-backs analyst and Inside the Diamondbacks publisher Jack Sommers joins the podcast to discuss the 5th starter competition, the still crowded outfield, the television situation, and the likely situation with Chase Field.

    Ep. 42: Rating the Diamondbacks 2023-2024 Offseason

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 66:40


    Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier break down the Diamondbacks offseason and discuss the five major moves they made to improve their roster.

    Ep. 41: Who Should Win the D-backs No. 5 Starter Competition?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 42:13


    Who should win the D-backs No. 5 starter competition, should the D-backs carry a long reliever to open the season, and which starters should be converted to relievers? Michael McDermott and Wes Baier address those topics on Episode 41 of the Snakes on the Diamond Podcast!

    Ep. 40: D-backs Turn to Joc Pederson to Provide Left-Handed Thump

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 52:42


    The Diamondbacks find their big free agent bat, signing Joc Pederson to a 1-year deal that guarantees $12.5 million. Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss the signing and the type of impact he adds to their lineup against right-handed pitching.

    Ep. 39: Do the Diamondbacks have the Farm System to Build Sustained Success?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 63:04


    Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss the current state of the Diamondbacks farm system. Find out which prospects could make a difference in 2024, new additions to the system from the International Period, and what the system could look like a year from now.

    Ep. 38: Who Will the Diamondbacks Go Into Battle With in 2024?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 49:13


    Jack Sommers from Inside the Diamondbacks joins host Michael McDermott to discuss remaining roster holes on the Diamondbacks, remaining options for a bat in free agency or trades, initial playing time projections, and if Jordan Lawlar has a case for making the Opening Day roster.

    Ep. 37: Diamondbacks Get Eduardo Rodriguez to Bolster Rotation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 79:13


    The Diamondbacks get their guy to bolster their starting rotation, signing free agent left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez to a 4-year, $80 million contract with a vesting option for 2028. Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss that signing, the loss of prospect Deyvison De Los Santos in the Rule 5 Draft, the blockbuster deal involving Juan Soto going to the Yankees, and which teams have had the best and worst offseasons so far.

    Ep. 36: Why Your Favorite Diamondbacks Trade Target is a Bad Idea

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 69:26


    Snake on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott, Wes Baier, and Spencer O'Gara talk about the biggest trade targets for the Diamondbacks and why the cost makes getting them a bad idea. Some of the names discussed include Randy Arozarena, Dylan Cease, Mitch Keller, and Corbin Burnes. Can the Diamondbacks get through the offseason to get the necessary starting pitching upgrades in order to defend their National League title for the 2024 season?

    Ep. 35: Making Sense of Baseball America's Top 10 D-backs Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 66:32


    Snakes on the Diamond co-hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss Baseball America's Top 10 Prospect List for the Arizona Diamondbacks by Arizona Republic beat writer Nick Piecoro. Michael and Wes decide if the rankings are legit, if there are any players ranked too high on the list, and if there are any potential sleepers in the list that might not have been ranked as high in previous years.

    Ep. 34: Diamondbacks Execute Big Trade to Upgrade Third Base

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2023 39:15


    The Diamondbacks were able to make a move to upgrade the third base position, acquiring Eugenio Suárez in a trade with the Seattle Mariners. James Attwood of AZ Snake Pit joins Snakes on the Diamond host Michael McDermott to discuss the price Arizona made in this trade, how Suárez fits with the Diamondbacks, and what they need to do next to make this offseason a resounding success.

    Ep. 33: How Impressive Was Corbin Carroll's Rookie Season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 61:40


    AZ Snake Pit writers James Attwood and Wes Baier join Snakes on the Diamond Podcast host Michael McDermott to discuss how impressive Corbin Carroll's rookie season was in 2023. Topics include a live reaction to Corbin Carroll being named 2023 National League Rookie of the Year, review preseason predictions from different MLB executives and analysts about who would win Rookie of the Year in both leagues, and debate if Carroll had the best rookie season in Diamondbacks history. Corbin Carroll is the first ever Diamondbacks rookie to win the Rookie of the Year award, after close finishes by Brandon Webb (3rd, 2003) and Wade Miley (2nd, 2012).

    Ep. 32: Who Should be the D-backs Top 10 Prospects Entering 2024?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2023 39:15


    James Attwood of AZ Snake Pit joins the podcast to discuss the top prospects in the Arizona Diamondbacks farm system, and who could provide an impact on the 2024 club.

    Ep. 31: Diamondbacks Face Uphill Battle vs. Phillies in NLCS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 55:56


    Jack Vita joins the Snakes on the Diamond Podcast to talk about how the Phillies have taken the early momentum of the NLCS and how much of an uphill battle the D-backs face to get back in the series.

    Ep. 30: How the Diamondbacks Can Beat the Phillies in the NLCS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 18:52


    Snakes on the Diamond host Michael McDermott breaks down the National League Championship Series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Philadelphia Phillies and highlights what are the key areas and players of the series.

    Ep. 29: Diamondbacks CRUSH Dodgers, Play Phillies in NLCS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 27:03


    Snakes on the Diamond host Michael McDermott recaps the Diamondbacks completely crushing the Dodgers in the NLDS and previews a tough NLCS opponent in the Phillies.

    Ep. 28: Are the Diamondbacks on the Cusp of Something Great in 2023?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 32:26


    Michael McDermott recaps how the Diamondbacks have put themselves in an advantageous position vs. the Dodgers and on the cusp of greatness if they have a big offseason. Can the Diamondbacks finish their hated division rival and establish the winning culture that could buoy them through the rest of the decade?

    Ep. 27: Diamondbacks Defy Odds to Sweep Brewers, Play Dodgers in NLDS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 53:26


    The Arizona Diamondbacks pick up their first postseason series win since 2007 with a sweep of the Milwaukee Brewers on the road. Snakes on the Diamond Hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier react to that series plus the Mike Hazen extension news, and the Wild Card round results.

    Ep. 26: Can the Diamondbacks Pull Off an Upset of the Brewers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 45:19


    The Diamondbacks will start a 3-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers tonight. Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier will look at the pitching matchups, bullpens, and key players to determine if the D-backs stand a chance in this series.

    Ep. 25: Win and You're In: Diamondbacks Closing In on Wild Card

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 57:54


    The Diamondbacks pick up two big wins in Chicago to close in on a potential Wild Card berth with just 3 games to go. Their magic number to clinch is now at 1 as they take on the Houston Astros in the final series of the year. Michael McDermott and Wes Baier talk about the best and worst case scenarios for the D-backs postseason chances, discuss a championship season for the organization's Double-A affiliate in Amarillo, and which matchup would be more ideal between the Philadelphia Phillies or Milwaukee Brewers in the Wild Card round.

    Ep. 25: Win and You're In: Diamondbacks Closing In on Wild Card Spot

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 57:54


    The Diamondbacks pick up two big wins in Chicago to close in on a potential Wild Card berth with just 3 games to go. Their magic number to clinch is now at 2 games (1 game) as they take on the Houston Astros in the final series of the year. Michael McDermott and Wes Baier talk about the best and worst case scenarios for the D-backs postseason chances, discuss a championship season for the organization's Double-A affiliate, and which matchup would be more ideal between the Philadelphia Phillies or Milwaukee Brewers in the Wild Card round.

    Ep. 24: National League Wild Card Race Tightens as Diamondbacks Fail to Close Out Yankees

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 45:15


    The National League Wild Card Race tightens in the final week of the regular season. Snakes on the Diamond hosts Michael McDermott and Wes Baier try to make sense of a chaotic playoff chase, identify which Diamondbacks prospects to pay close attention to in the Arizona Fall League, and preview a must-have series against the reeling Chicago White Sox.

    Ep. 23: The Diamondbacks Are Playing Their Best Baseball at the Right Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 36:06


    Arizona Sports beat writer Alex Weiner joins the podcast to talk about the Diamondbacks 5-0 homestand against the Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants, Corbin Carroll's incredible rookie season, and the difficult task of finishing the season on a high note.

    Ep. 22: Diamondbacks Boost Playoff Chances with Sweep of Cubs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 50:32


    Michael McDermott discusses the Diamondbacks series sweep of the Chicago Cubs and how that has drastically boosted their chances of winning a National League Wild Card spot, the upcoming series against the San Francisco Giants, Drey Jameson's decision to get Tommy John surgery, and the Mike Hazen to Boston rumors that recently surfaced.

    Ep. 21: Is It Too Soon to Give Up on the Diamondbacks 2023 Season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 48:41


    Michael McDermott and Wes Baier debate whether or not it's time to panic about a potentially wasted season, discuss potential Arizona Fall League candidates including slugger prospect Ivan Melendez, react to the Mets broadcast booth's critique of Torey Lovullo's handling of the ninth inning in Monday's win, and then preview a very challenging series against another potential playoff bound team in the Chicago Cubs.

    Ep. 20: Who Will Win The 2023 National League Cy Young?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 67:03


    Inside the Diamondbacks publisher and former Diamondbacks baseball operations analyst Jack Sommers joins the Snakes on the Diamond podcast to break down the top contenders for the 2023 National League Cy Young Award, what the D-backs need to do in the final 18 games to the season to get into the postseason, struggles against left-handed pitching since the All-Star Break, and if Jake McCarthy has earned another stint on the major league roster.

    Postgame #142 (74-68): Zac Gallen Re-Enters Cy Young Conversation With Shutout of Cubs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 52:45


    Zac Gallen picks up his first career 9-inning complete game and shutout in a 1-0 win over the Chicago Cubs. Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss Gallen's impressive outing and if that propels both the D-backs chances of making the postseason and if their ace can win the 2023 National League Cy Young Award.

    Ep. 19: The Jordan Lawlar Era Begins in Arizona

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 58:51


    Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss the recent news of Jordan Lawlar's promotion to the major league roster, recap the Colorado Rockies series, then preview the upcoming series against the Chicago Cubs.

    Ep. 18: Are the Diamondbacks Watching Their Once Strong Playoff Chances Slip?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 58:43


    Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss a very difficult week that has seen the Arizona Diamondbacks lose a tight hold on a National League playoff spot, the differences between the D-backs and Baltimore Orioles rebuilds, then close out with how Arizona can get back on the path to 85 wins.

    Ep. 17: The Diamondbacks Momentum Swept Up in a Dodger Blue Tsunami

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 56:04


    Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss a crushing series sweep by the Dodgers, the craziest waiver day in the history of baseball, the possibility of a Jordan Lawlar call-up, and who might be added to the expanded rosters in September.

    Ep. 16: Diamondbacks Stay RED HOT After Series Win Vs. Reds

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 54:57


    Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss the Diamondbacks big series win against the Cincinnati Reds, the upcoming series against the Dodgers, Torey Lovullo's Manager of the Year chances, and Corbin Carroll's runway to Rookie of the Year.

    Ep. 15: The Diamondbacks Begin Their Postseason Run This Weekend vs. Reds

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 53:17


    Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss the upcoming Reds series, which has a lot of subplots for the Diamondbacks' 2023 season. Beyond just the playoff implications for how this series may go, there is the Rookie of the Year race between top contenders Corbin Carroll and Matt McLain.

    Ep. 14: Are the Diamondbacks on the Winning Path Again?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 54:17


    Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss if the Arizona Diamondbacks are back on the winning path towards a Wild Card spot after back-to-back series wins against the Padres and Rockies, highlight how impressive Christian Walker's season has been, then discuss if it's time to move on from Miguel Castro.

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