D-backs Under Review Podcast

Michael McDermott breaks down the Arizona Diamondbacks' trade of Nolan Arenado and how it impacts their infield picture for 2026 and beyond. Ep. 15 Topics: * Full breakdown of the Nolan Arenado trade (1:09) * Where youngsters Jordan Lawlar and Blaze Alexander fit in the Diamondbacks lineup (9:51) * Where Jonathan Loaisiga and Taylor Clarke potentially fit in the Diamondbacks 2026 bullpen (20:06) *...

With a lack of suitable offers, the Diamondbacks have shut down all talks on All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte. Marte will remain in Arizona for the foreseeable future as a result of that decision. Michael McDermott breaks down this decision, the impact it had on Alex Bregman’s market, a trade the Diamondbacks made over the weekend, and the underlying concern for the 2026 team on the latest D-ba...

The Arizona Diamondbacks avoid an arbitration hearing for the third straight year, agreeing to deals with all 8 eligible players ahead of the filing deadline. Michael McDermott delivers his takeaways from these arbitration deals and discusses a potential sleeper prospect in the Diamondbacks system on the D-backs Under Review Podcast! Time Stamps 0:00 - Introduction 2:11 - Diamondbacks Settle All 8...

BetOnline is not bullish about a turnaround in 2026. The betting site sets the over/under on the Arizona Diamondbacks' win total at 78.5, which is fourth in the National League West. Michael McDermott breaks down what a 78-win season means, the next contention window, Zac Gallen's free agency, and where 2025 top pick Kayson Cunningham fits. WATCH If YouTube is your preferred medium, consider subsc...

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ offseason has hit a standstill — and all signs point to Ketel Marte as the reason why. With trade rumors swirling and Mike Hazen facing a major roster crossroads, the front office can’t fully move forward until the Marte question gets answered. In this episode, Michael McDermott breaks down: 1. Why the Diamondbacks’ offseason feels frozen waiting on Ketel Marte trade offe...

Mike Hazen faces the toughest offseason of his tenure as the D-backs general manager. With injuries complicating roster building, along with the inability to build on a 2023 World Series run, Hazen could be on the hot seat in 2026. The latest D-backs Under Review podcast talks about a critical offseason, the increasing likelihood Ketel Marte stays, some players who need to break out, and identifyi...

The Diamondbacks face a critical decision on both Ketel Marte and Alex Bregman. If they get a deal for Marte that satisfies their pitching, would they fill the gap by signing Bregman? Michael McDermott breaks that possibility down on the latest D-backs Under Review Podcast episode. Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 2:06 - Alex Bregman vs. Ketel Marte 12:48 - Best Trade Packages for Marte 26:39 - D-backs Sho...

In the latest episode of the D-backs Under Review podcast, Michael McDermott explains why it’s time for the team to move on from Ketel Marte trade rumors to address other offseason needs. Get the latest on Kazuma Okamoto and Pete Fairbanks, plus why it doesn’t make sense for the club to reunite with Paul Goldschmidt after seven seasons. WATCH: Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:46 - Time to Pull Kete...

The latest episode of the D-backs Under Review podcast dives into the latest rumors surrounding Ketel Marte and if the Tampa Bay Rays will make a run at him. The Rays have an opening at second base after trading Brandon Lowe to the Pirates in a three-team deal. Michael McDermott discusses the latest reports on the Rays link to the D-backs All-Star second baseman, the Kyle Backhus trade to the Phil...

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been named as a surprise suitor for former Red Sox and Astros third baseman Alex Bregman. Arizona famously passed on Bregman in the 2015 MLB Draft in favor of Dansby Swanson, but could they rectify that mistake 10 years later? Michael McDermott discusses the latest rumors on Bregman, and how his potential signing would impact the D-backs’ infield in the short and long...

Merrill Kelly's latest contract could allow him to retire as a Diamondback after 10 seasons in Arizona. Michael McDermott breaks down how that can happen, if a deal kills Ketel Marte trade speculation, what's left to do in the offseason, and under-the-radar players to watch on the latest D-backs Under Review Podcast episode. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:27 - Merrill Kelly Contract Details 7:36 - Likel...

Merrill Kelly is back in Arizona, as the D-backs signed the 37-year-old to a two-year deal stabilize their 2026 rotation. Michael McDermott takes a deep dive into the D-backs’ starting rotation depth, from top to bottom. Hear his thoughts about their projected Opening Day rotation, Triple-A depth, and top pitching prospects to bring a full organizational overview. Useful Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:...

The 2025 Winter Meetings are officially over. The Arizona Diamondbacks made one move, signing RHP Michael Soroka to a one-year deal. The rest of the Winter Meetings was dominated by Ketel Marte trade rumors, as teams tried to pry the All-Star 2B from Arizona. Michael McDermott from D-backs Under Review recapped the Winter Meetings, including some of the latest reports on Marte, Pierce Johnson, and...

Michael McDermott launches the D-backs Under Review podcast! With baseball now in the Winter Meetings, expect some big moves to follow. Michael discusses the following topics (timestamps included). * Michael Soroka signing (1:28) * Ketel Marte rumors and the D-backs’ willingness to listen (11:21) * The possibility of Pete Fairbanks being the D-backs’ next closer (22:06) If you want to watch the vi...