Snakes on the Diamond

Jun 15 2024
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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.

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Ep. 57: Is MLB Gambling Away Its Future by Embracing Sports Betting?

Jun 15 2024 57 mins  
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 t

Ep. 56: Can the Diamondbacks Survive with a Patchwork Rotation?

Jun 11 2024 51 mins  
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.

Ep. 55: Is the 2024 Season Starting to Turn Around for the Diamondbacks?

May 24 2024 63 mins  
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.

Ep. 54: Can the Diamondbacks Continue Their Winning Ways vs. Chicago?

Apr 15 2024 44 mins  
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.

Ep. 53: Diamondbacks Begin Critical 13-Game Stretch Against the Cardinals

Apr 12 2024 39 mins  
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.

Ep. 52: D-backs Rally Late to Defeat the Rockies at Coors Field

Apr 11 2024 12 mins  
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.

Ep. 51: Diamondbacks Hot Start Chopped by the Braves

Apr 07 2024 32 mins  
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.

Ep. 50: Diamondbacks Drop Series to Yankees, Move on to Atlanta

Apr 04 2024 58 mins  
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.

Ep. 49: Diamondbacks Start the Season Strong With Series Win Over Rockies

Apr 01 2024 43 mins  
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.

Ep. 48: D-backs Signal They're All-In After Jordan Montgomery Signing

Mar 28 2024 47 mins  
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.