Podcasts about Arizona Diamondbacks

FTN's Dan Thompson (@redfoxroto) breaks down the latest news in the world of MLB bullpens, relief pitchers and save opportunities. On today's show, Dan returns from a vacation to cover some news and notes in Arizona, Boston, and Atlanta, and looks at what's changed for some teams that were on wild card watch a few weeks ago.Dan updates the FTN Bullpen Report (leverage chart) daily!The 2025 FTN Fantasy Baseball Guide is loaded with the best fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections and tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues, featuring three NFBC overall champions!Our in-season content is loaded and includes our Industry Most-Accurate Daily and Weekly Projections & Rankings. Rest of Season projections and the FTN model's 2025 FILTH Pitcher Metric Leaderboard is now live!Our weekly content schedule: Mondays - The Week Ahead (Lucas Biery)Mondays - NFBC Waiver Watch (Todd Whitestone)Wednesdays - The Bullpen Report (Dan Thompson)Thursdays - Gut Feelings (Vlad Sedler)Mondays/Fridays - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire (Joe Orrico/Adam Young)Saturdays/Sundays - Trust the Gut FAAB (Vlad Sedler) and Drops & Disasters (Mike Mager)Your fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball

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Luke and Max Starks discuss what the Arizona Diamondbacks need to do against the St. Louis Cardinals this weekend and talk to D-backs broadcaster Todd Walsh.

Todd Walsh discusses how there is something missing from this Arizona Diamondbacks' team, Torey Lovullo letting the team have it and how it is the responsible thing to do for the D-backs to be sellers at the deadline.

Amiel Sawdaye discusses Eugenio Suárez's X-rays coming back negative after being hit in the hand during the All-Star Game, what he thought of the All-Star Game in general and executives around the league reportedly believing the Arizona Diamondbacks will be sellers. 

Wolf and Paul Calvisi react to the 2025 MLB all star game and react to Bradley Beal being bought out by the Phoenix Suns.  

Chris Garagiola joins Wolf and Paul Calvisi to discuss the first half of the Arizona Diamondbacks' season, what the Diamondbacks might do at the MLB trade deadline, and if Corbin Carroll could be the greatest Arizona Diamondback of all time.

Wolf and Paul Calvisi discuss which Arizona Diamondback all star they are most excited to see in the MLB all star game and which new Arizona Cardinal are people not talking enough about.  

Alex Weiner joins Wolf and Paul Calvisi joins Wolf and Luke to discuss which Arizona Diamondback is the most likely to be traded by the trade deadline, who was the MVP for the Diamondbacks in the first half of the season, and what he thinks about Zac Gallen and his future with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

If you've ever been to an Arizona Diamondbacks game, you've heard Bobby Freeman. You may not know you have, but you have. There's no way around it — he's been the organist for the team since they started play in 1998. A self-taught musician, he is part of the team that keeps Diamondbacks fans entertained, even when the team doesn't. In this week's episode of Valley 101, we travel to Chase Field to talk to Freeman to answer the question: What's it like to be the organist for the Arizona Diamondbacks? ⁠⁠⁠Submit your question⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ about Phoenix! Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Watchlist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, our Friday media newsletter. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Guests: Bobby Freeman Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bill Goodykoontz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Producer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Abby Bessinger, Amanda Luberto ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wolf and Luke react to the Arizona Diamondbacks' series loss to the Los Angeles Angels and discuss who stood out most to them in the first two summer league games for the Phoenix Suns.  

Wolf and Luke discuss who the Arizona Diamondbacks should be least willing to trade at the trade deadline and Arizona Sports Phoenix Suns guru and co-host of Arizona Sports at Night Kellan Olson joins the show.  

Jody Jackson joins Wolf and Luke for Leading Off with Jody Jackson to discuss what has stood out to her in the first half of the Arizona Diamondbacks' season, if the Arizona Diamondbacks are going to sell at the MLB trade deadline, and if the Diamondbacks could turn their season around in the 2nd half.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. LA Angels MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Diamondbacks at Angels 4PM ET—Merrill Kelly is starting for Arizona. Kelly in nineteen starts carries an ERA of 3.41 with WHIP of 1.05. The right hander fans 24.1% with 6.5% walks. Ground balls dealt at 43.4% with 1.05 home runs per nine innings. Jose Soriano gets the start for LAA. Soriano has nineteen starts with an ERA of 4.00 with WHIP of 1.44. The right hander has 20.6% Ks with 11.3% walks. Grounders are 65.6% with limited home run damage.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. LA Angels MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Diamondbacks at Angels 9:38PM ET—Zac Gallen will start for Arizona. Gallen in nineteen starts with an ERA of 5.15 with WHIP of 1.35. The right hander strikes out 22.7% with 9.1% walks. Grounders are 40.7% with 1.64 home runs per nine innings. Yusei Kikuchi is starting for LAA. Kikuchi has nineteen starts dealing with an ERA of 3.02 with WHIP of 1.38. The left hander fans 24% with 10.5% walks. Ground balls sit at 39.9% with 1.01 home runs per nine innings.

Wolf and Luke discuss what they expect to see out of the Arizona Diamondbacks in their final series before the All-Star break and talk to Arizona State safety Xavion Alford. 

Wolf and Luke discuss how many games the Arizona Diamondbacks need to win before the trade deadline in order to be buyers and how much better the NFC West could be in 2025. 

Wolf and Luke ask if there are any risks giving Devin Booker his massive extension and talk to former Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Josh Collmenter. 

Wolf and Luke discuss why the Arizona Diamondbacks are struggling to win series and talk to D-backs broadcaster Jody Jackson.

Josh Collmenter discusses James McCann's impact on Zac Gallen, Brandon Pfaadt developing his cutter and what Eduardo Rodriguez needs to do to have success. 

Jody Jackson discusses the Arizona Diamondbacks' loss to the San Diego Padres on Thursday and if the D-backs rely too much on the home run.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. LA Angels MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Diamondbacks at Angels 9:38PM ET—Ryne Nelson will start for Arizona. Nelson appeared in nineteen games carrying an ERA of 3.39 with WHIP of 0.98. The right hander fans 21.8% with 7.1% walks. Ground balls served at 42.4% with 0.73 home runs per nine innings.

Wolf and Luke react to Brandon Pfaadt's performance Wednesday night against the San Diego Padres and who the top five Arizona Cardinals players are.  

Wolf and Luke react to the Arizona Diamondbacks' win on Wednesday night against the San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks broadcaster Jody Jackson joins the show.  

Jody Jackson joins Wolf and Luke for Leading off with Jody Jackson to discuss Brandon Pfaadt's stand out performance against the San Diego Padres, how they could improve the bullpen, and the impact James McCann had had so far.

Wolf and Luke react to Devin Booker's record breaking contract extension and if the Arizona Diamondbacks are relying too much on the home run.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Diego Padres MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Diamondbacks at Padres 9:40PM ET—Eduardo Rodriguez is starting for Arizona. Rodriguez made fifteen starts with an ERA of 5.78 with WHIP of 1.62. The left hander strikes out 24.6% with 7.6% walks. Ground ball rate of 34.9% with 1.65 home runs per nine innings.

Ben & Woods are joined by Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo on a Big League Wednesday! Listen here as Torey talks about taking on the Padres and his thoughts on some of the San Diego players, how he became such a good leader with his team, and MUCH more! "That was my favorite interview we've ever done." - Steven Woods

Ben, Woods, and Paul are here for you on a Wednesday morning! We start the show with some foreplay and try to figure out why Paulie's home microphone all of a sudden gives him a lisp now, and Woodsy talks about securing Savannah Bananas tickets! Then we set the menu for today's show and get right to our Padres Wrap-Up as we discuss last night's gritty 1-0 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks, Nick Pivetta's dominant outing, some tremendous defense, and Luis Arraez providing the power? Listen here!

Ben & Woods start the 8am hour with a similar conversation we have every 6 months or so about how we're all paying WAY too much for services and subscriptions. Then we get to a quick game of Take On Woods before the guys are joined by Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo who we have been wanting to have on the show for quite a while, and Woodsy calls it "my favorite interview we've ever done." Listen here!

Mike Hazen discusses if there is a record the Arizona Diamondbacks need to have if they are going to be buyers at the trade deadline, Tuesday's 1-0 loss to the San Diego Padres and Ketel Marte repeteadly having soft tissue injuries.

Wolf and Luke react to what Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro had to say before NBA summer league and Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen joins the show.

Wolf and Luke react to the Arizona Diamondbacks loss to the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night and if Bradley Beal is going to be a Phoenix Sun forever.  

What's really going on with Ketel Marte?In this episode of Unwritten Chapters, I unpack the situation surrounding Arizona Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte, the swirling controversy, and what it says about professional sports culture, pressure, and public perception.If you're an MLB fan trying to make sense of the headlines — or just someone interested in how media, fandom, and athlete mental health intersect — this episode is for you.

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Diego Padres MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Diamondbacks at Padres 9:40PM ET—Brandon Pfaadt gets the start for Arizona. Pfaadt has eighteen starts with an ERA of 5.42 with WHIP of 1.38. The right hander fans 19.9% with 5.7% walks. Ground balls are 42.2% with 1.58 home runs per nine innings. Dylan Cease is starting for San Diego.

FTN's Dan Thompson (@redfoxroto) breaks down the latest news in the world of MLB bullpens, relief pitchers and save opportunities. On today's show, Dan discusses what's next in Arizona after Shelby Miller's injury, a potential Aroldis Chapman replacement in Boston, Robert Suarez is safe in San Diego, and finishes with some teams who could trade away their closers if they fall out of the playoff hunt.Dan updates the FTN Bullpen Report (leverage chart) daily!The 2025 FTN Fantasy Baseball Guide is loaded with the best fantasy baseball content, rankings, projections and tools! Join us this season at www.FTNFantasy.com. No team of analysts is better equipped to help you dominate your leagues, featuring three NFBC overall champions!Our in-season content is loaded and includes our Industry Most-Accurate Daily and Weekly Projections & Rankings. Rest of Season projections and the FTN model's 2025 FILTH Pitcher Metric Leaderboard is now live!Our weekly content schedule: Mondays - The Week Ahead (Lucas Biery)Mondays - NFBC Waiver Watch (Todd Whitestone)Wednesdays - The Bullpen Report (Dan Thompson)Thursdays - Gut Feelings (Vlad Sedler)Mondays/Fridays - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire (Joe Orrico/Adam Young)Saturdays/Sundays - Trust the Gut FAAB (Vlad Sedler) and Drops & Disasters (Mike Mager)Your fantasy baseball cheat code: FTN Fantasy Baseball

Ben, Woods, and Paulie are here for you on a Tuesday morning! We start the show with a little foreplay as Woodsy tells us all about the struggles of asking young children "what do you want for dinner?" Then we set the menu for today's show before we get to our Padres Wrap-Up which includes Manny Machado getting his 2,000th career hit, Yu Darvish returning to the mound, and the Padres losing 6-3 to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Listen here

Wolf and Luke discuss who could close for the Arizona Diamondbacks now that Shelby Miller is injured and react to what Kenny Dillingham had to say during Big 12 media day.  

Wolf and Luke discuss what to expect from Merrill Kelly in his start against the Arizona Diamondbacks and react to what the Phoenix Suns' rookies had to say in their introductory press conferences.

Wolf and Luke react to the Arizona Diamondbacks' series opening win against the San Diego Padres and Arizona Sports Arizona Diamondbacks reporter and host of Ain't No Fang Alex Weiner joins the show.  

Alex Weiner joins Wolf and Luke to discuss how important this series against the San Diego Padres is, the chances that the Arizona Diamondbacks have to bring back Josh Naylor, and what the status is with Ketel Marte's injury.

Ben & Woods kick off the 9am hour by looking ahead to what is a pretty big 4 game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, and it starts tonight with Yu Darvish returning to the mound for the Padres! Then at the bottom of the hour the guys wrap up the show with The Reindl Report and a couple of Paulie's top stories from while we were away! Listen here!

Jody Jackson joins Wolf and Luke for Leading Off with Jody Jackson to discuss if the Arizona Diamondbacks are still gonna be buyers after their 3-7 homestand, what the series against the San Diego Padres means for the Diamondbacks and, where the Diamondbacks need to improve the most in order to make a playoff run.

Wolf and Luke react to the Arizona Diamondbacks going 3-7 in their recent home stand and Arizona Diamondbacks broadcaster Jody Jackson joins the show.  

Arizona Diamondbacks standouts Eugenio Suarez and Corbin Carroll will join Ketel Marte at the MLB All-Star Game. The team, however, struggled during its 10-game homestand, setting up a critical road trip before the break. Quick reactions to an eventful Sunday at Chase Field. 

Host Alex Pavlovic and guest Bonta Hill react to San Francisco's decision to exercise Bob Melvin's option for next season and break down the Giants' struggles against the Arizona Diamondbacks.--(3:00) - Initial takeaways from SF's extra inning win vs D-Backs(4:15) - Reacting to Posey's decision to pick up Bob Melvin's option(17:30) - Do the Giants need another arm in their rotation?(26:00) - Camilo Doval, Jung Hoo Lee bounce back vs Diamondbacks(28:30) - How serious is Rafael Devers' injury?(36:35) - Previewing Giants vs A's in West Sacramento

What does it look like when leadership is rooted not in control, but in care? In this episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, host Ipek Williamson is joined by Ken Crenshaw, a deeply respected high-performance leader in Major League Baseball whose impact goes far beyond physical training. Ken shares how his leadership journey was shaped by mentors, faith, and a profound calling to serve. His perspective on culture, commitment, and connection is both refreshing and transformational, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the inner workings of someone who leads elite teams through presence, humility, and love.From discovering the power of being through his work with Steve Hardison to cultivating environments where people feel safe to grow, Ken reveals how servant leadership becomes a way of life. He talks about how asking meaningful questions, truly listening, and staying grounded during high-stakes moments are all expressions of leadership that prioritize people over performance. Whether you're a coach, a parent, a leader, or someone simply seeking to show up more fully, this conversation will stay with you. It's a reminder that the way we lead starts with who we are willing to be.About the Guest: Ken Crenshaw is the Director of Sports Medicine and Performance for the Arizona Diamondbacks, currently in his 21st season with the organization and his eighth in this leadership role. Prior to this, he served as the team's head athletic trainer for 13 seasons, bringing a wealth of experience and innovation to the field of athlete care and performance. Before joining the D-backs, Ken spent a decade with the Tampa Bay Rays, holding multiple roles from Minor League medical and strength and conditioning coordinator to Major League head athletic trainer. Under his leadership, the Rays' medical staff was recognized as the 2005 Major League Training Staff of the Year by the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society (PBATS) and as the 2004 Medical Staff of the Year by Baseball Prospectus.Ken's professional journey also includes serving as the strength and conditioning coordinator for the Atlanta Braves from 1992 to 1995, and as an athletic trainer within the Pittsburgh Pirates organization from 1989 to 1991. He earned his degree in sports medicine from New Mexico State University and holds certifications from both the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Ken and his wife, Robyn, are proud parents of three sons: Wacy, Wyatt, and Dustin.About the Host: A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering others to script their own transformation stories.ipek@ipekwilliamsoncoaching.comhttps://linktr.ee/IpekWilliamson

Hour 1 NBA free agency is buzzing, with the Bucks making moves and the Knicks signing Guerschon Yabusele. The NHL's free agency has been quieter, though the Rangers did pick up Vladislav Gavrikov. On the baseball front, the Yankees lost in Toronto due to defensive errors. The Mets face a doubleheader that will strain their pitching ahead of their series against the Yankees, a matchup that's sure to leave one fanbase fuming given both teams' recent pitching woes. Elsewhere, WNBA player Sophie Cunningham stirred controversy with her post-game actions and comments on league expansion. Hour 2 A production error led to the wrong Sports Minute being aired, much to Boomer's frustration. Discussions then turned to the puzzling trend of rising NBA salaries and high team valuations, like the Lakers' $10 billion sale, despite years of declining TV ratings. Callers suggested deals with gambling companies might be propping up the league. In other sports news, the Yankees lost in Toronto with more fielding issues, and George Springer hit two homers, including a grand slam. The hour concluded with news that NBA player Malik Beasley is under federal investigation for a potential sports betting scandal, prompting a caller to criticize leagues for their involvement with sportsbooks. Hour 3 Boomer was annoyed by a production error during the Sports Minute. Discussions continued on Malik Beasley's gambling accusations and the potential for players to fix prop bets. News updates included Red Panda's unicycle fall and George Springer's dominant performance against the Yankees. A caller suggested betting on WNBA "unders" based on players' menstrual cycles. Finally, a Queens driving school was exposed for illegal licenses, prompting a Google search for NYC's gambling revenue allocation, which largely funds public schools. Hour 4 The Mets and Yankees are struggling as they prepare for their series, with the Mets even lacking a Sunday starter. NBA free agency sees the Knicks' roster seemingly set and LeBron's agent claiming four teams are interested. A man shared his story of leaving his fiancée for an HR colleague. Updates included the Blue Jays beating the Yankees, the Nets introducing draft picks, and Gio predicting a terrible Dolphins season and Mike McDaniel's firing. The "Moment of The Day" featured a Pete Hoffman interview, and the show concluded with a Diamondbacks fan banned for repeated interference and a caller who tries to get six baseballs per game.

The Mets and Yankees are struggling as they prepare for their series, with the Mets even lacking a Sunday starter. NBA free agency sees the Knicks' roster seemingly set and LeBron's agent claiming four teams are interested. A man shared his story of leaving his fiancée for an HR colleague. Updates included the Blue Jays beating the Yankees, the Nets introducing draft picks, and Gio predicting a terrible Dolphins season and Mike McDaniel's firing. The "Moment of The Day" featured a Pete Hoffman interview, and the show concluded with a Diamondbacks fan banned for repeated interference and a caller who tries to get six baseballs per game.

Today's word of the day is ‘apron' as in luxury tax as in salary cap as in penalties as in the NBA as in MLB. What are we talking about!? The Boston Celtics have been blowing it all up… kinda. Jrue Holiday is gone. Kristaps Porzingis is gone. Hundreds of millions have been saved in penalties. (17:40) The NBA Draft is here! The first round is on Wednesday. Second round on Thursday. Cooper Flagg is an easy number one. Then things get interesting! The Brooklyn Nets have the most first round picks ever! (24:30) Aaron Rodgers says he's only there for one year. That's it. Then he will disappear. (34:30) Review: Dean Spanley. (39:30) NPPOD. Everyone needs to watch the Pirates and Brewers game today. Trust me! (43:15) The Arizona Diamondbacks are getting $500 million from the state. Yup, remember public financing was over. Ha! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices