Episodes
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.
Published 08/09/24
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.
Published 07/26/24
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.
Published 07/19/24
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.
Published 07/08/24
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.
Published 06/21/24
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.
Published 06/16/24
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.
Published 06/11/24
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.
Published 05/24/24
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.
Published 04/15/24
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.
Published 04/12/24
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.
Published 04/11/24
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.
Published 04/08/24
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.
Published 04/04/24
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.
Published 04/01/24
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.
Published 03/28/24
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.
Published 03/25/24
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.
Published 03/21/24
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.
Published 03/15/24
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.
Published 03/05/24
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.
Published 02/25/24
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.
Published 02/19/24
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!
Published 02/08/24
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.
Published 01/26/24
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.
Published 01/26/24