Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast

Tommy Troy's First Career Homer, E-Rod's Latest Gem Lead D-backs Past Dodgers

The Diamondbacks snapped their three-game losing streak with an impressive 4-1 win over Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday night at Chase Field. Eduardo Rodriguez's tossed another gem, Tommy Troy launched his first career home run in a pivotal spot and both the bullpen and defense were stellar. What worked so well for E-Rod in his latest stellar outing? Meanwhile, teams apparently are still allowing left-handed relievers against Ketel Marte, as Ketel launched another late-game homer to pad the D-backs' lead. We also revisit several key defensive plays by Ildemaro Vargas and Jorge Barrosa that helped secure the win. Finally, we discuss roster moves, injury updates on Jordan Lawlar, Lourdes Gurriel Jr., AJ Puk and others, and much more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this live postgame edition of Snakes Territory. 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Ryne Nelson Struggles, Bryan Woo Dominates As D-backs Lose to Mariners Again

For the first time in more than two weeks, the D-backs lost a game that did not go down to the wire. Instead, Bryan Woo tossed seven scoreless innings and Ryne Nelson gave up four homers in a 5-1 loss to the Seattle Mariners. What's up with Nelson give up so many home run this year? And what went wrong for the D-backs' offense? We also revisit Friday's 10-inning loss to the Mariners, in which Brandon Pfaadt allowed a key run out of the bullpen. Is it time for the D-backs to send Pfaadt down to Triple-A? We also talk injury updates on Nolan Arenado, AJ Puk and others. Plus, we dream about a potential Tarik Skubal trade at the deadline. What would it take to entice the Detroit Tigers? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this live postgame edition of Snakes Territory. Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com [https://mackweldon.com] with promo code FOUL. 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Michael Soroka Deals As D-backs Sweep Giants Again

The Diamondbacks continued their ownership of the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday, completing their second sweep in the past week. Michael Soroka was stellar once again, and the D-backs capitalized on several pivotal Giants mistakes. We discuss our takeaways from the series, from the starting rotation's continued success, to Ketel Marte hitting a 452-foot home run, to some shaky bullpen moments, to Ryan Waldschmidt starting to look a bit more human. We also talk injury updates, with Nolan Arenado being the latest addendum to the report. When will Arenado return, and what about Pavin Smith, Jordan Lawlar and others? Finally, we take a look at the Diamondbacks' playoff odds and preview the upcoming series against a Seattle Mariners team that appears to be heating up. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory. Get 20% off your first order of $125 or more at MackWeldon.com [https://mackweldon.com] with promo code FOUL. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* 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.

D-backs Cruise Past Giants, Move Into NL Playoff Picture

The Diamondbacks are on fire. After beating the Giants 6-2 on Memorial Day, they are back to a season-high five games over .500. Have we ever seen a run like the one Ketel Marte is on right now? And will he and Corbin Carroll form one of the best position player duos in baseball the rest of the season? Meanwhile, Merrill Kelly continued his recent run of success, and D-backs starting pitchers at large are pitching deep into games with regularity. Also, Tommy Troy has burst on the scene with three hits in his first two big-league games. How will the team handle the upcoming roster crunch with Lourdes Gurriel Jr., Pavin Smith and others due back from injury soon? Finally, we discuss where the D-backs stand in the NL playoff picture, including a look at the playoff odds. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order* 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.

D-backs Pitching Deep Dive with Eno Sarris: Zac Gallen's Decline, Eduardo Rodriguez's Resurgence & More

Renowned pitching guru Eno Sarris of The Athletic joins the show to talk all things D-backs pitching. We talk about how Stuff+ can help us understand what's going on with Zac Gallen. We also talk about how Gallen might be able to get back on track. 🌶️ Meanwhile, we discuss Eduardo Rodriguez's outstanding season, whether Michael Soroka's strong start is sustainable, names to watch in the minors and more. Join Jesse Friedman, Jack Sommers and special guest Eno Sarris on this episode of Snakes Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.