Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast

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!

Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by long-time D-backs writer, with 217 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

long-time D-backs writer hosts Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast, a sports show with 217 episodes published.

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  Ken Kendrick Says D-backs Will Cut Payroll in 2027

  Oct 3, 202658 min

  Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick made his annual season-ending radio appearance on Friday, and he stated clearly that the team's payroll will be lower in 2027. What actually was the Diamondbacks' payroll in 2026, and can the team actually improve with a lower figure in 2027? We do a deep dive on every line item of the 2027 payroll. Will the Diamondbacks tender a contract to Pavin Smith? What would it look like to bring Michael Soroka back? Is trading Ketel Marte a realistic way to open up additional payroll space? What needs to happen in 2027 for the team to finally get over the hump and return to the postseason? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory, the official Arizona Diamondbacks show in the Foul Territory Network. Start your FOX One 3-day Free trial today at FOXOne.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  D-backs Retain Torey Lovullo on Two-Year Extension

  Oct 2, 202643 min

  After several days of silence, the Diamondbacks announced Thursday that manager Torey Lovullo is returning on a two-year extension. We discuss what the past few days have been like for Lovullo and why the team chose to bring him back. Did Lovullo deserve a new contract? To what extent was general manager Mike Hazen also responsible for the team's shortcomings in 2026? We also look ahead to the upcoming offseason and Hazen's stated top priorities with the roster. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this live late-night edition of Snakes Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  D-backs Miss Playoffs for Third Straight Year After Losing Game 162

  Sep 27, 202648 min

  The Diamondbacks needed everything to go their way on Sunday to punch a ticket to the postseason, but almost nothing did. The Phillies beat the Rays, 7-3, and the Diamondbacks played a lackluster Game 162, losing 9-4, and missing the playoffs for a third consecutive season. How should we look back on September 2026 for the D-backs? Where does this leave Mike Hazen and Torey Lovullo, and how much money will the team have to work with this offseason? What about Ketel Marte's future? Finally, we cover some of the positives, including Gabriel Moreno becoming the first Diamondback ever to win a batting title, Nolan Arenado assembling a monstrous second half and a final week of the season that was a whole lot of fun to watch. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers live from Petco Park for one final postgame show of 2026. This is Snakes Territory, the official Arizona Diamondbacks show in the Foul Territory network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  D-backs Bullpen Game Goes Horribly Wrong, Season Comes Down to Game 162

  Sep 27, 202640 min

  The Diamondbacks had an opportunity to take the third wild card spot from the Phillies on Saturday night, but their bullpen game blew up and they ultimately lost to the San Diego Padres. What went into the team's pitching plan, and why did Jose Cabrera play such a prominent role in a must-win game? Meanwhile, the Phillies lost once again and are going to use Zack Wheeler tomorrow in Game 162. Could the Rays actually help the D-backs out yet again? And what do we expect from the Diamondbacks' side of things after Michael Soroka? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers for another live postgame edition of Snakes Territory, the officiail Arizona Diamondbacks show in the Foul Territory network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Live from Petco Park: D-backs Thump Padres, Pull Within One Game of Phillies With Two to Play

  Sep 26, 202642 min

  With their backs against the wall, the Diamondbacks have won a season-high six games in a row. On Friday, they dominated the Padres. Lars Nootbaar led off the game with a home run, the offense put up 7 runs in four innings against Casey Mize and Brandon Pfaadt delivered 7 2/3 innings to preserve the bullpen for another must-win game on Saturday. Do the D-backs really have a shot in this thing? Plus, what's going on with the Phillies lately, and what are their plans for the final two games of the season? We do a deep dive on the next 48 hours for both teams. Finally, we discuss Corbin Burnes hitting the injured list with a shoulder injury that likely ends his 2026 season. What happened, and what does it mean for his health in 2027 and beyond? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers live from Petco Park for another postgame edition of Snakes Territory. Start your FOX One 3-day Free trial today at FOXOne.com . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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