D'backs to option Ryan Waldschmidt and activate Lourdes Gurriel Jr.

Paul Sewald Not Happy As D-backs Get Rained Out vs. Cardinals

The Diamondbacks' series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals was postponed, and closer Paul Sewald took to Twitter to voice his displeasure with the decision. Why didn't the Cardinals move the start time earlier? How will the D-backs line up their pitching this weekend as a result? Meanwhile, the D-backs made a flurry roster moves on Thursday, including optioning left-hander Mitch Bratt back to Triple-A Reno. We discuss Bratt's promising major-league debut and the adjustments he still might need to make. Finally, we talk about Derrick Hall's comments about the D-backs never seriously pursuing Paul Goldschmidt. What led to the decision? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this rainy day live edition of Snakes Territory. Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount To explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL [https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL]. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Arenado, Gurriel Deliver in Ninth as D-backs Hold On Vs. Cardinals

After eight innings of scoreless baseball on Tuesday night in St. Louis, the Diamondbacks' offense finally broke through for four runs in the ninth — and narrowly held on for a 4-3 win over the Cardinals. We discuss Nolan Arenado and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. coming through with a pair of elusive hits with runners in scoring position. We also discuss Paul Sewald nearly giving up that lead in the ninth before Brandyn Garcia entered to save the day. Is Garcia the Diamondbacks' most trustworthy reliever?  We also dive in to a plethora of upcoming roster decisions, from Mitch Bratt making his big-league debut on Wednesday, to Brandon Pfaadt potentially re-entering the rotation on Friday, to the question of whether Pavin Smith has started his last game as a member of the Diamondbacks. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this packed live edition of Snakes Territory. Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com [https://mackweldon.com] with promo code FOUL. To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory [https://mintmobile.com/Territory]. That’s it there’s no catch. 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Soroka, Lawlar Exit Early But Carroll & D-backs Cruise Past Twins

It was an eventful day for the Diamondbacks at Chase Field. On the positive side, Corbin Carroll notched his franchise-record-tying 52nd triple in a 9-5 win over the Minnesota Twins. However, Michael Soroka and Jordan Lawlar exited the game early, and just hours prior, news broke that Ryne Nelson has an elbow injury that will shut him down for 4-6 weeks. When could each of these injured D-backs return, and who might need to step up in their absence? How could the recent run of injuries affect Mike Hazen's trade deadline plans? Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers discuss all this and more on this live postgame edition of Snakes Territory. 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Mike Hazen Says D-backs Will Buy at Trade Deadline

With the trade deadline approaching, we discuss Mike Hazen's comments about whether he will buy or sell and what his top areas of need are. We dive in to a few specific targets that could make sense for the Diamondbacks. Plus, we discuss the team's series win over the Angels, Eduardo Rodriguez notching his 100th win, the signing of Korean two-way prospect Jun-Sang Eom and more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on another edition of Snakes Territory.  Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount 🌶️ Follow us on Twitter/X for more content! https://x.com/SnakesTerritory [https://x.com/SnakesTerritory] Support the show and wear what the hosts wear! https://snakesterritoryshop.com [https://snakesterritoryshop.com] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

D'backs to option Ryan Waldschmidt and activate Lourdes Gurriel Jr.

Jack Sommers and AZ Sports writer Alex Weiner unpack the D'backs decision to demote Ryan Waldschmidt with Lourdes Gurriel Jr. returning to the club. The guys question Pavin Smith's projection to end the year as a league average hitter. Plus, answering your mailbag questions on the Trade Deadline, the team's best lineup and what to do with Zac Gallen. Jack and Alex also look ahead to the 3-game set hosting the Angels. Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 [https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10] Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.