Snakes on the Diamond
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Snakes on the Diamond is the home run hitting podcast covering the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Dominican Leagues to the Big Leagues. Join Michael McDermott, a credentialed beat writer for Burn City Sports with three seasons of experience covering the team, and his co-host Wes Baier, as they delve into the important topics (and some random banter) surrounding the team.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
Snakes on the Diamond is the home run hitting podcast covering the Arizona Diamondbacks from the Dominican Leagues to the Big Leagues. Join Michael McDermott, a credentialed beat writer for Burn City Sports with three seasons of experience covering the team, and his co-host Wes Baier, as they delve into the important topics (and some random banter) surrounding the team.
Twitter:
@SnakesOTDiamond
Language:
English
Episodes
Ep. 57: Is MLB Gambling Away Its Future by Embracing Sports Betting?
6/15/2024
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.
Duration:00:57:26
Ep. 56: Can the Diamondbacks Survive with a Patchwork Rotation?
6/11/2024
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.
Duration:00:51:33
Ep. 55: Is the 2024 Season Starting to Turn Around for the Diamondbacks?
5/24/2024
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.
Duration:01:03:57
Ep. 54: Can the Diamondbacks Continue Their Winning Ways vs. Chicago?
4/15/2024
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.
Duration:00:44:11
Ep. 53: Diamondbacks Begin Critical 13-Game Stretch Against the Cardinals
4/12/2024
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.
Duration:00:39:50
Ep. 52: D-backs Rally Late to Defeat the Rockies at Coors Field
4/11/2024
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.
Duration:00:12:41
Ep. 51: Diamondbacks Hot Start Chopped by the Braves
4/7/2024
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.
Duration:00:32:25
Ep. 50: Diamondbacks Drop Series to Yankees, Move on to Atlanta
4/4/2024
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.
Duration:00:58:44
Ep. 49: Diamondbacks Start the Season Strong With Series Win Over Rockies
4/1/2024
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.
Duration:00:43:37
Ep. 48: D-backs Signal They're All-In After Jordan Montgomery Signing
3/28/2024
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.
Duration:00:47:36
Ep. 47: Should the D-backs Go All-In and Sign Jordan Montgomery?
3/25/2024
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.
Duration:01:03:00
Ep. 46: Should We Be Worried About D-backs Latest Injuries?
3/21/2024
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.
Duration:00:50:47
Ep. 45: Dylan Cease Trade Makes NL West Tougher
3/15/2024
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.
Duration:01:01:20
Ep. 44: Does Blaze Alexander Have a Spot on the Opening Day Roster?
3/5/2024
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.
Duration:01:01:12
Ep. 43: Henry, Nelson Shine in D-backs 5th Starter Competition
2/25/2024
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.
Duration:00:57:58
Ep. 42: Rating the Diamondbacks 2023-2024 Offseason
2/19/2024
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.
Duration:01:06:40
Ep. 41: Who Should Win the D-backs No. 5 Starter Competition?
2/8/2024
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!
Duration:00:42:13
Ep. 40: D-backs Turn to Joc Pederson to Provide Left-Handed Thump
1/26/2024
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.
Duration:00:52:42
Ep. 39: Do the Diamondbacks have the Farm System to Build Sustained Success?
1/26/2024
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.
Duration:01:03:04
Ep. 39: Do the Diamondbacks have the Farm System to Build Sustained Success?
1/26/2024
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.
Duration:01:03:04