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

Ketel Marte Homers Again, Brandon Pfaadt Shoves As D-backs Win 8th Straight vs. Giants

The Diamondbacks continued their dominance of the San Francisco Giants on Tuesday with an 8-2 win. Ketel Marte homered for a fourth consecutive game, Brandon Pfaadt threw well in his first start back in the majors and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. notched a pair of extra-base hits, including a three-run homer in the first inning. What were the keys to Pfaadt's success? Which other D-backs have homered in four consecutive games? We also look back on Monday's game and Eduardo Rodriguez's continued dominance. Is E-Rod bound for the All-Star game? Plus, how big of a problem is the starting rotation's lack of swing-and-miss? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this live postgame edition of Snakes Territory. Go to Quince.com/foul [https://quince.com/FOUL] for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Will the D-backs Still Buy at the Trade Deadline After Recent Slump?

After a lifeless showing against the Tampa Bay Rays over the weekend, are the Diamondbacks still in position to buy at the upcoming trade deadline? We take a look at where they sit in the NL wild card standings, how that compares to recent seasons and what it would look like to become sellers. We also do a deep dive on Merrill Kelly's 2026 struggles and preview the Diamondbacks' upcoming series against the San Francisco Giants. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory. 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Hard Contact Catches Up With Zac Gallen, D-backs Offense Stymied vs. Rays

Zac Gallen pitched a season-high 6.2 innings against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday — was it a legitimate step in the right direction? We discuss Gallen getting on a roll in the middle innings despite plenty of hard contact. How long is Gallen's leash to stay in the rotation?  Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks offense once again struggled with runners in scoring position, blowing a pair of key opportunities. Is Lourdes Gurriel Jr. running out of time? Finally, we answer some questions from the chat and talk about Yilber Diaz being claimed off waivers. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this live postgame 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 🌶️ See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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.