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The Diamondbacks have found their third baseman after trading for Nolan Arenado. Katie Woo from The Athletic details what went into the trade, and what sort of production Diamondbacks fans can expect from Arenado at the plate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Merrill Kelly is reportedly returning to the Diamondbacks starting rotation! What does his signing mean for the rest of the D-backs offseason, and will it impact a possible trade of Ketel Marte? Steve Gilbert from MLB.com discusses the signing's impact and where the Snakes go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With just six games left on the regular season schedule, the Arizona Diamondbacks are still in the thick of things, and making their last big push for the postseason. Steve Zinsmeister talks with catcher James McCann about the gravity of playing baseball in September. Brandon Pfaadt reacts to his nine inning 1-hit shutout! And we meet new D-backs reliever Philip Abner just before making his Major League debut! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Zinsmeister sits down to chat with D-backs top prospect Jordan Lawlar as he starts to get regular playing time at third base. Assistant Hitting Coach Damion Easley provides insight into the evolutions of Geraldo Perdomo and Corbin Carroll as hitters. Miguel Montero evaluates all three of the Diamondbacks catchers. And the D-backs players do something amazing to bring awareness to childhood cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With about five weeks left in the season, the Diamondbacks made a change on their coaching staff. Steve Zinsmeister gets the chance to meet the D-backs' new third base coach Tim Bogar when he joins the podcast. Also, Jalen Beeks discusses getting a win in relief and then starting the very next day! Plus, D-backs Insider Steve Gilbert discusses the toughest road trip of the season and looks at some of the top performers from the month of August. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'll bet you didn't know that a Diamondbacks pitcher is dropping an album this week! Reliever John Curtiss describes how arm injuries helped inspire his love of playing the guitar. Brandon Pfaadt also talks about adding a new pitch to his arsenal in the middle of the season. And Ryan Thompson discusses his journey to the Major Leagues, in our "Road to the Show" series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following the All-Star break, the D-backs clubhouse has a lot of new faces, and young players trying to make a good impression. Steve Zinsmeister talks with some of the youngsters in this week's episode, including a conversation with the new first baseman Tyler Locklear about the trade that sent him to the desert. Blaze Alexander discusses his new opportunity at third base. Andrew Saalfrank explains how he was able to stay ready for his next chance at the Major League level. And infielder Connor Kaiser talks about the youth movement within the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After making a lot of moves at the MLB trade deadline, the Arizona Diamondbacks roster will look a lot different in the coming months. Steve Zinsmeister talks with Fangraphs Lead Prospect Analyst Eric Longenhagen about each of the prospects that the D-backs received in trades. Which ones will we see at Chase Field this year, and which ones are long-term pieces? Longenhagen has insight on each and every trade that the team made. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Zinsmeister talks with Corbin Carroll about his All-Star experience in Atlanta, and how it differed from his first All-Star Game in 2023. Adrian Del Castillo discusses his comfort at the plate, while also trying to learn from veterans. Bench Coach Jeff Bannister emphasizes the importance of the catcher position, and how important it is to have a veteran behind the plate. And Christian Walker reflects on his time with the Diamondbacks, as he's visiting with the Astros this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Zinsmeister introduces two new members of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Catcher James McCann explains how he quickly learned about the pitchers that he would have to work with in Arizona. Anthony Desclafani discusses his new role with the Diamondbacks. Director of Amateur Scouting Ian Rebhan talks about how the front office will approach the upcoming MLB Draft, and what they are looking for. And All-Star Eugenio Suarez sits down with Steve Berthiaume to reflect on his path to the Major Leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Steve Zinsmeister is diving into the future of D-backs baseball! President and CEO Derrick Hall discusses House Bill 2704 and what it means for keeping the Diamondbacks in Arizona long term, and helping to renovate Chase Field. Infielder Blaze Alexander explains how he is more prepared to contribute now than he might have been during his first season. And starting pitcher Brandon Pfaadt talks with Steve Berthiaume about his unique journey to the big leagues! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this Father's Day Steve Zinsmeister sits down with a father and son duo who grew up around the game of baseball because of their fathers. Joe Garagiola Jr. and Chris Garagiola recall some of their favorite memories of growing up around Major League Baseball, and discuss their relationship within the game, and outside of it. D-backs first base coach Dave McKay tells a story about how Corbin Carroll consulted with a pitching coach in 2024, and how it helped his game. Rookie pitcher Kyle Backhus describes the feeling of stepping onto a big-league mound for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diamondbacks Hall of Famer Randy Johnson used to be known for his presence on the mound. But since his playing days ended, he's become known as quite a good photographer as well! He's got a new photo book titled "Experiencing Africa: On Safari - The People - The Land". It includes over 100 photos from his adventures through different African countries. He explains the inspiration for the book and talks a little bit of baseball as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How will the Arizona Diamondbacks navigate the Corbin Burnes injury? Steve Zinsmeister talks with Ryne Nelson about the differences between preparing to be a starting pitcher and a reliever. Assistant Pitching Coach Owen Dew explains how he landed with the Diamondbacks despite having zero ties to Brian Kaplan. And MLB Network Radio Host Mike Ferrin takes a closer look at some of the players that need to step up for the Diamondbacks if they hope to make up ground this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Diamondbacks brought in Kendall Graveman because of his experience in high leverage situations. He explains the very specific reason why he wanted to sign with the Diamondbacks. Anthony Castrovince previews his new piece about Corbin Carroll, and describes why Carroll might win National League MVP. Brandon Webb takes a closer look at the D-backs pitching staff, and tries to diagnose some problems with the guys who are struggling in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices