PHNX Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast

The Arizona Diamondbacks are getting a massive boost to their starting rotation with Corbin Burnes set to make his 2026 debut Tuesday against the Kansas City Royals. We break down Burnes’ long-awaited return from Tommy John Surgery and why getting the former Cy Young winner back could completely change the D-backs’ postseason chances. We also recap an insane Labor Day thriller against the Royals t...

Right when you think umpires can’t infuriate you any more, Doug Eddings finds a way to raise the bar…or tilt the brim. Derek and Rok break down the ridiculousness of the situation, the audacity of an umpire making himself the story, and why this kind of nonsense has no place in baseball. Plus, they recap the D-backs’ first series victory over the Astros in Houston since 2012 and what it means for...

The Arizona Diamondbacks pulled out a HUGE win on Saturday night, defeating the Houston Astros 4-3 in 10 innings to even the series at one game apiece. The Mayor recaps the thrilling victory, including a game-changing late home run from Ketel Marte, another stellar performance from Brandon Pfaadt, and a dominant effort from the bullpen to slam the door in extra innings. With the D-backs battling f...

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ offense has hit ROCK BOTTOM, scoring just one run for the fourth consecutive game in Friday’s loss to the Houston Astros. We break down what has gone so wrong for the D-backs’ bats, Merrill Kelly’s strong start that was wasted without any run support, and Gabriel Moreno continuing to shine despite the team’s offensive struggles. Plus, it’s time to play the Blame Game to d...

Despite dropping the series to the Philadelphia Phillies, the Arizona Diamondbacks remain in a strong position as they currently control the final NL Wild Card spot. But with a huge series against the Houston Astros coming up in Texas, the D-backs have a golden opportunity to take advantage of a reeling San Diego Padres team that has gone just 3-7 over its last 10 games and create some much-needed...

The Arizona Diamondbacks had their backs against the wall in the series finale against the Philadelphia Phillies, but the bullpen delivered a massive performance and James McCann came through with a game-winning home run in the 8th inning to help the D-backs avoid a sweep. We have more on Arizona’s relievers stepping up to deliver a shutout in a bullpen game, McCann pulling double duty by catching...

The Arizona Diamondbacks were completely outclassed by the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night, dropping Game 2 by a 7-1 final and falling behind 0-2 in the series. Eduardo Rodriguez’s shaky first inning put their ace in a hole, while the offense remained ice cold for a second straight night and the bullpen allowed the game to completely spiral out of reach. We break down another frustrating lo...

Per a report from Francys Romero, Ketel Marte is set to return to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ starting lineup Monday against the Philadelphia Phillies. After everything that has unfolded surrounding the All-Star second baseman, how will Marte’s return be received—and how quickly can the D-backs put this entire situation behind them? We also preview the upcoming series against the Phillies and look a...

After seeing a true “Angels in the Outfield” moment during the Padres loss to the Rays, Derek believes he has seen the vision. And that vision is the D-backs making the postseason. Derek and Ron discuss the direct intervention on a home run and why it means the Snakes are destined for the ‘Yoffs. BECOME A DIEHARD: gophnx.com/join JOIN THE SUPPORTERS CLUB ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/yc6km2r4 An ALLCITY...

The Arizona Diamondbacks FINALLY got their offense rolling on Friday, beating the San Francisco Giants to even the series at one game apiece. Lars Nootbaar delivered his best game in a D-backs uniform, four players finished with multi-hit performances, and the bullpen stepped up to lock down the win after Kohl Drake’s early exit. We break down the offensive breakout and whether the Snakes can carr...

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ offense is officially stuck in the mud, managing just ONE run in a frustrating loss to the San Francisco Giants. And while it’s tough to bring down the mood of our hosts LIVE from the Circa Sportsbook in Las Vegas, the current state of the D-backs’ bats is doing its best. We break down Jose Cabrera’s solid-but-short start, a stretch where Giants pitchers retired 13 straig...

The Arizona Diamondbacks somehow managed to score just one earned run against the Chicago Cubs’ starting rotation this series and still walked away with two wins and a series victory. Eduardo Rodriguez delivered another scoreless gem, while Jordan Lawlar launched a game-winning solo homer to seal the deal. We break down the win, Pete Crow-Armstrong losing it over a missed balk call, and how the bu...

Right when things looked darkest for the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Snakes pulled off another INSANE comeback. Down four runs in the 8th inning, Arizona stormed back before Ryan Waldschmidt delivered a walk-off 2-run homer in the 9th to secure the D-backs’ 40th comeback win of the season. We break down the pitching duel that kept Arizona within striking distance, the wild late-inning rally, and Wal...

The Arizona Diamondbacks are officially going through it. Not only did the Snakes suffer an embarrassing loss to the Chicago Cubs to open the series, but things boiled over between the dugouts as the teams’ bench coaches got into a heated shouting match across the field. Now, the D-backs have even more questions to answer. With another starting pitcher heading to the injured list, how will Arizona...

Even when the Arizona Diamondbacks win, they still somehow manage to lose. Before beating the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday to secure the series win, the D-backs announced that starting pitcher Michael Soroka is headed back to the 15-day injured list with right arm inflammation. We break down what Soroka’s latest injury means for an already-thin starting rotation and whether this is finally the setbac...

News broke on Friday that Ketel Marte was spotted in a local casino and it turns out it wasn’t actual news. Derek and Rok give their thoughts on MarteGate continuing to be a distraction, even though he wasn’t doing anything wrong, and discuss the importance of having a support group that will absolutely roast you when you screw up in life. JOIN THE SUPPORTERS CLUB ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/yc6km2r4 A...

The Arizona Diamondbacks finally got the complete win they desperately needed, shutting out the Cincinnati Reds 9-0 on Friday night. Eduardo Rodriguez shoved on the mound, Jordan Lawlar’s bat came alive in a big way, and Corbin Carroll celebrated his 26th birthday by reaching base three times. We break down the dominant win, including the long day the D-backs endured after sleeping in Las Vegas be...

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ unprecedented Ketel Marte situation continues to drag on, with more questions than answers. We break down D-backs team president and CEO Derrick Hall calling the situation “a complete mystery” to both him and the organization, what we know, what we still don’t know, and just how much Marte’s absence could impact Arizona’s chances of making a playoff run. We also preview t...

The Arizona Diamondbacks needed a win on Wednesday in the worst way, and they had to go 10 innings to get it. The Snakes rallied late to beat the Boston Red Sox and avoid a three-game sweep, snapping a three-game losing streak and keeping their season alive. We break down Brandon Pfaadt’s nearly outstanding start that was spoiled by Mickey Gasper, Gabriel Moreno extending his hit streak to 13 game...

The Arizona Diamondbacks’ downward spiral continues as they fall to the Boston Red Sox 9-4 on Tuesday, dropping the series on the road. But the loss feels like much more than another game in the standings. With the Ketel Marte drama entering Day 2 and no resolution in sight, the D-backs looked listless and completely out of answers. We break down Merrill Kelly’s brutal outing, as he surrendered 6...

What is going on with Ketel Marte?   The Arizona Diamondbacks star has become the center of one of the strangest stories in Arizona sports history, and the questions surrounding his absence in Boston have only made the situation more confusing,   Is there something beyond what’s on the surface going on with Ketel? Is he simply a diva that is trying to make his own rules? Is the truth somewhere in...

The Arizona Diamondbacks were blown out in Boston on Monday, losing the series opener to the Red Sox 11-1. But the bigger story is Ketel Marte was placed on the restricted list prior to the game for an unknown reason. We have more on this developing situation, including updates from Boston and Torey Lovullo’s emotional comments following the game. JOIN THE SUPPORTERS CLUB ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/yc...

The Arizona Diamondbacks secured another series victory over one of the National League’s best, taking two of three from the Atlanta Braves. But Sunday’s win may have come at a cost, with Nolan Arenado exiting the game with a trunk injury. How serious is it, and could the D-backs be without their third baseman for an extended stretch? We also look ahead to the upcoming series against the Boston Re...

The Arizona Diamondbacks managed to take two out of three against the Atlanta Braves over the weekend, but they failed to complete the sweep in a series finale loss on Sunday. So why are D-backs fans panicking? Derek and Rok give their thoughts on beating the Braves and how fans need to pace themselves for the long road ahead. JOIN THE SUPPORTERS CLUB ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/yc6km2r4 An ALLCITY Net...

The Arizona Diamondbacks beat the brakes off the Atlanta Braves on Saturday, cruising to a 10-3 victory and securing another series win. The Mayor recaps the big day from the offense putting up 10 runs, who repaid the pitching staff for their scoreless effort from game 1, while Eduardo Rodriguez bounced back from a shaky first inning to deliver another outstanding start. Also, Derek provides a qui...