Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast

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An Arizona Diamondbacks show hosted by long-time D-backs writer/podcaster Jesse Friedman and Diamondbacks On SI publisher Jack Sommers. Snakes Territory brings you inside info and analysis on the D-backs all year long. ST is part of the Foul Territory network: baseball the way it should be covered!

1D AGO

Why Ken Kendrick Stretched The D-backs’ Budget Again

For a third consecutive offseason, the Diamondbacks and managing general partner Ken Kendrick turned heads by spending more than expected. Why did Ken feel the desire to do it again with the signing of Zac Gallen? And what does Ken make of the Los Angeles Dodgers still having a payroll that is twice as high as his own? In their annual spring training presser, Kendrick and President Derrick Hall also gave an update on Chase Field repairs, with a new center field scoreboard already installed and HVAC repairs on the way. Plus, Torey Lovullo named his Opening Day starter, Gallen talked about returning to Arizona and we have new information on which relievers are candidates for the closer role. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on a packed edition of Snakes Territory. Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at WarbyParker.com/FOUL — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

46 min
3D AGO

BREAKING: D-backs Re-Sign Zac Gallen To One-Year Deal

The Diamondbacks continued their trend of reunions on Friday by reportedly agreeing to terms with right-hander Zac Gallen on a rare, deferral-laden one-year contract. In this emergency episode, we react to the news and explain why Gallen’s market fell as far as it did. Also, who will start Opening Day? Which D-backs starter will get bumped from the rotation as a result of this? And is another move on the horizon as the D-backs look to find another utility player after trading Blaze Alexander? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this live edition of Snakes Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

53 min
4D AGO

Reaction: D-backs Bring Back Paul Sewald On One-Year Contract

In a surprising turn of events, the Diamondbacks are reportedly reuniting with former closer Paul Sewald on a one-year contract. What does Sewald realistically have left in the tank? Could we possibly see him in the closer role? In other news, Corbin Carroll suffered a broken hamate bone a live BP session on Tuesday. What's the timeline for Carroll's return, and who could step up in his place? Finally, we revisit Zac Gallen's market with the Baltimore Orioles now presumably out of the running. Are the D-backs still showing interest? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory. Quit overspending on wireless with 50% off Unlimited premium wireless. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

38 min
6D AGO

Injury Bug Strikes Again as D-backs Spring Training Opens

Baseball is back! ...But the mood was dampened a bit because left-handed reliever Andrew Saalfrank recently underwent season-ending shoulder surgery. Who will replace Saalfrank on the roster? And how will the D-backs approach the closer role? Meanwhile, we get injury updates on a range of other players, including Corbin Burnes, Justin Martinez, AJ Puk and Tyler Locklear. Could Puk be back before the All-Star break? Finally, the D-backs made the Carlos Santana signing official. General manager Mike Hazen spoke with the media about what he liked about Santana, how much Santana will play and more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on a spring training edition of Snakes Territory! Get 10 free meals and a FREE Zwilling Knife (a $144.99 value) on your third box at HelloFresh.com/FT10FM. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as a discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

44 min
FEB 6

Breaking: D-backs Trade Blaze Alexander to Orioles for Kade Strowd & Prospects

On Thursday afternoon, the Diamondbacks traded utility man Blaze Alexander to the Baltimore Orioles for an intriguing young reliever in right-hander Kade Strowd and a pair of prospects. How has Strowd looked in his young major-league career, and what is there to like about prospects Wellington Aracena and Jose Meija? On the flip-side, how are the Diamondbacks going to manage without Alexander in the infield? What does this mean for Jordan Lawlar, Tim Tawa, Ildemaro Vargas and others? Will the D-backs need to backfill externally? Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers break down all angles of the deal in the latest episode of Snakes Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

42 min
FEB 4

Reaction: D-backs Sign Carlos Santana — Not Paul Goldschmidt — For First Base

After months of conversations about a Paul Goldschmidt reunion, the Diamondbacks instead signed Carlos Santana to a one-year deal on Tuesday. What type of player was Santana in 2025, and does he have anything left in the tank as he enters his age-40 season? Would the D-backs be better off leaning on their young players? Meanwhile, Zac Gallen spoke publicly about a possible reunion with the Diamondbacks. Could that be the team's next move? What about the bullpen? Finally, we take a look at Fangraphs' projected standings and set the record straight about a new Ketel Marte trade rumor. Join Jesse Friedman and special guest Alex D'Agostino on Snakes Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

37 min
JAN 31

Derrick Hall Hints at Potential D-backs 'Splash' Before Spring Training

When speaking with the media at the Diamondbacks' charity golf event, President & CEO Derrick Hall said the team still has moves to make this offseason. Hall talked about which positions the team is targeting, and how ownership could get creative to make a 'splash' in the final weeks of the offseason. Meanwhile, the team also released its 2026 Spring Training roster on Friday. We discuss which top prospects made the list of non-roster invitees and dive in to the team's recent signing of reliever Derek Law. Finally, did "The Shredder" sell Geraldo Perdomo short by ranking him as the No. 6 shortstop in baseball? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

37 min
JAN 28

Report: D-backs Exploring Reunion with Zac Gallen

According to multiple reports, the Diamondbacks have interest in bring back right-hander Zac Gallen. How much would it take to bring Gallen back, and can the D-backs actually afford it? Would it make sense if they could? Meanwhile, general manager Mike Hazen spoke publicly about why he hasn’t acquired a high-leverage reliever this offseason. Does the reasoning check out? Finally, we discuss Nolan Arenado’s willingness to play first base and the D-backs’ reps in the latest top 100 prospect rankings. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

45 min

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John long-time D-backs writer/podcaster Jesse Friedman and Diamondbacks On SI publisher Jack Sommers for inside info and analysis on the D-backs all year long. ST is part of the Foul Territory network: baseball the way it should be covered! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a sweet rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to Snakes Territory on YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

03/31/2025

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81 Ratings

My favorite!

Feb 3

The app s good

Of all the dback podcasts out there…I love this one and keep coming back!
Simply the best

Jan 31

CamachoKiki

There is no other dbacks podcast as knowledgeable as this one.
Great AZ Diamondbacks Pod!

Jan 25

illeeay

Love the show, both hosts are amazingly plugged in and understand how the Dbacks org makes decisions. Thanks for doing it!
Great pod

Jan 15

WiscoPodFan

Provides the best Dbacks analysis and objective takes.

An Arizona Diamondbacks show hosted by long-time D-backs writer/podcaster Jesse Friedman and Diamondbacks On SI publisher Jack Sommers. Snakes Territory brings you inside info and analysis on the D-backs all year long. ST is part of the Foul Territory network: baseball the way it should be covered!

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Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast