Should We Be Bullish About a Diamondbacks Turnaround in 2026?

Nolan Arenado Trade Reshapes Diamondbacks' 2026 Infield Picture

Michael McDermott breaks down the Arizona Diamondbacks' trade of Nolan Arenado and how it impacts their infield picture for 2026 and beyond. Ep. 15 Topics: * Full breakdown of the Nolan Arenado trade (1:09) * Where youngsters Jordan Lawlar and Blaze Alexander fit in the Diamondbacks lineup (9:51) * Where Jonathan Loaisiga and Taylor Clarke potentially fit in the Diamondbacks 2026 bullpen (20:06) * What’s left for the Diamondbacks to do this offseason (29:24) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dbacksunderreview.com [https://www.dbacksunderreview.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

He's Staying! Diamondbacks Shut Down Ketel Marte Trade Rumors!

With a lack of suitable offers, the Diamondbacks have shut down all talks on All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte. Marte will remain in Arizona for the foreseeable future as a result of that decision. Michael McDermott breaks down this decision, the impact it had on Alex Bregman’s market, a trade the Diamondbacks made over the weekend, and the underlying concern for the 2026 team on the latest D-backs Under Review podcast episode. Time Stamps 0:00 - Introduction & CTAs 1:43 - Diamondbacks Shut Down Ketel Marte Trade Talks 9:30 - Wrapping Up the Alex Bregman to Diamondbacks Rumors 17:33 - Jake McCarthy Traded to the Colorado Rockies 27:11 - Diamondbacks Bullpen Primary Concern for 2026 35:19 - Outro This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dbacksunderreview.com [https://www.dbacksunderreview.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Diamondbacks Payroll Space Becomes Clear After Avoiding Salary Arbitration

The Arizona Diamondbacks avoid an arbitration hearing for the third straight year, agreeing to deals with all 8 eligible players ahead of the filing deadline. Michael McDermott delivers his takeaways from these arbitration deals and discusses a potential sleeper prospect in the Diamondbacks system on the D-backs Under Review Podcast! Time Stamps 0:00 - Introduction 2:11 - Diamondbacks Settle All 8 Salary Arbitration Cases 19:18 - Sleeper Prospect in the Diamondbacks Farm System 27:30 - Outro This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dbacksunderreview.com [https://www.dbacksunderreview.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Should We Be Bullish About a Diamondbacks Turnaround in 2026?

BetOnline is not bullish about a turnaround in 2026. The betting site sets the over/under on the Arizona Diamondbacks' win total at 78.5, which is fourth in the National League West. Michael McDermott breaks down what a 78-win season means, the next contention window, Zac Gallen's free agency, and where 2025 top pick Kayson Cunningham fits. WATCH If YouTube is your preferred medium, consider subscribing to the D-backs Under Review channel. Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:08 - What a 78-Win Season Means for the Diamondbacks 8:01 - The Diamondbacks’ Next Contention Window 17:00 - Zac Gallen’s Free Agency Situation 26:39 - Kayson Cunningham and D-backs 2B Prospects 34:16 - Outro This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dbacksunderreview.com [https://www.dbacksunderreview.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Ketel Marte Rumors Have Completely Frozen the Diamondbacks’ Offseason

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ offseason has hit a standstill — and all signs point to Ketel Marte as the reason why. With trade rumors swirling and Mike Hazen facing a major roster crossroads, the front office can’t fully move forward until the Marte question gets answered. In this episode, Michael McDermott breaks down: 1. Why the Diamondbacks’ offseason feels frozen waiting on Ketel Marte trade offers 2. The market shifting away from Marte, with Alex Bregman and Bo Bichette’s markets heating up 3. David Hagaman named the Diamondbacks’ breakout prospect for 2026 Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 0:32 - D-backs Offseason Frozen by Marte Rumors 6:16 - Market Appears to Be Moving On 19:06 - David Hagaman Picked as D-backs' Breakout Prospect 34:33 - Outro This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dbacksunderreview.com [https://www.dbacksunderreview.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]