Snakes on the Diamond

Snakes on the Diamond

by Michael McDermott

Sports News Baseball

Season 1

Ep. 14: Are the Diamondbacks on the Winning Path Again?

Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss if the Arizona Diamondbacks are back on the winning path towards a Wild Card spot after back-to-back series wins against the Padres and Rockies, highlight how impressive Christian Walker's season has been, then discuss if it's time to move on from Miguel Castro.

Ep 13: Did the Diamondbacks Save Their Season?

Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss how the Diamondbacks may have turned around their 2023 season by snapping a 9-game losing streak with back-to-back wins against the Padres, a changing of the guard at catcher from Carson Kelly to Gabriel Moreno, and top prospect Jordan Lawlar's recent promotion to Triple-A.

Ep. 12: Can Zac Gallen Win the 2023 National League Cy Young

Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss Zac Gallen's chances of winning the 2023 National League Cy Young, Bryce Jarvis' move to the bullpen late in the season, if the Diamondbacks can get to Blake Snell tonight, and how to properly honor the Steroid Era.

Ep. 11: Have the D-backs Hit Rock Bottom in 2023?

Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss another awful loss to the Dodgers, their 25th in their past 32 games, in which the offense found new levels of futility while being shut out for the 4th time in their past 28 games.

Ep. 10: Ep. 10: Diamondbacks Will Need to Avoid Silly Mistakes to Stay Competitive

Michael McDermott and Wes Baier break down last night's frustrating defeat to the Dodgers after nearly coming back from a 4-0 deficit. Then we pivot over whether or not Shohei Ohtani is a realistic off-season free agent target for the Diamondbacks.

Ep. 9: Will the D-backs Be Able to Return to From vs. Dodgers?

Michael McDermott and Wes Baier preview the Diamondbacks upcoming series against the Dodgers and if they are going to be able to at least slow down their current free-fall.

Ep. 8: Did the D-backs 2023 Season End in Minnesota?

Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss the complete beatdown the Diamondbacks received by the Minnesota Twins over the weekend, then pivot to the team's farm system to give an update on the team's top prospects in the organization.

Ep. 1: Snakes on the Diamond, Your New Go-To D-backs Podcast!

From the hosts of the Baby Backs Banter Podcast, Michael McDermott and Wes Baier have decided to change the podcast into a full-blown baseball content show for your entertainment. In the opening episode, Michael and Wes chronicle their baseball journey up to this point, preview what to expect from the show, and how you can support the show.

Ep. 7: Brandon Pfaadt Is Finally Starting to Live Up to His Potential

Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss Brandon Pfaadt's best outing of his career against the San Francisco Giants (7 IP, 2 H, 1 R, 1 BB, 7 K) and how he can help the Diamondbacks build their 2024 starting rotation.

Ep. 6: How Did Slade Cecconi Fare In His First Major League Start?

Michael McDermott and Wes Baier discuss how Diamondbacks pitching prospect Slade Cecconi fared in his major league debut against the San Francisco Giants, another disappointing loss in their current 7-18 skid, and if the season is still salvageable.

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