Best Jesse Friedman Podcasts (2024)

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Jake McCathy’s WALK OFF WINNER Leads Diamondbacks To Fifth Win In A Row 1:00:16

14m ago1:00:16

1:00:16

Somebody let the Snakes get hot! Jake McCarthy hit the first walk-off of his career as the Diamondbacks found a way to win again, beating the Rockies 4-3. We are discussing the D-backs winning their 9th series and 5th game in a row, updates on Ketel Marte’s injury, Eduardo Rodriguez making his second start, and more on McCarthy becoming the best pl…

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D-backs-Rockies Preview with Patrick Lyons: Why Don't The Rockies Learn From Their Mistakes? 20:09

16h ago20:09

20:09

The Colorado Rockies might not have had many assets to trade this deadline, but they certainly could have done more than they did. In a new edition of On the Record, Patrick Lyons from Just Baseball and Rockies Insider explains what's broken about their front office. We also delve into the Rockies' impressive series win over the Atlanta Braves, and…

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Jake McCarthy Stays HOT, Merrill Kelly Looks ‘Vintage’ In Diamondbacks’ Series Win Over Phillies 1:12:32

19h ago1:12:32

1:12:32

It was quite the week for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the best teams in MLB. After sweeping the Cleveland Guardians, the D-backs took three out of four from the Philadelphia Phillies at Chase Field and continue their run as the hottest team in baseball. We have more on the return of Merrill Kelly and Jake McCarthy & Corbin Carroll showing off …

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Jake McCarthy’s TWO-HOME RUN NIGHT Leads Diamondbacks To A BLOWOUT Win Of Phillies 1:15:49

2d ago1:15:49

1:15:49

The Diamondbacks beat the brakes off the Phillies on Replica Ring Night, but what did it cost? Both Ketel Marte and Zac Gallen exited the game with injuries, and we have updates on if either player will miss time. We also have more on Jake McCarthy’s first career multi-home run game, the offensive explosion in the 7th inning, and the bullpen steppi…

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Adrian Del Castillo POWERS Diamondbacks To WALK OFF Win Over Phillies With First Career Home Run 1:16:04

3d ago1:16:04

1:16:04

The Arizona Diamondbacks continue to have unlikely heroes step up this season. In just his second game as a big leaguer, catcher Adrian Del Castillo hit his first career home run at the best possible time as the D-backs walk off the Phillies by a score of 3-2. We have more on Ryne Nelson’s dominant night on the mound, Del Castillo setting a franchi…

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Jordan Montgomery Shows Promise, Missed Opportunities Sink Diamondbacks In Loss To Phillies 1:01:41

4d ago1:01:41

1:01:41

Despite having plenty of opportunities, the Diamondbacks’ offense came up short in a 6-4 loss to the Phillies in their series opener on Thursday. We are discussing if Jordan Montgomery was good in this outing, Ketel Marte being impatient at the dish, Jake McCarthy continuing to rake, and the D-backs’ bullpen faltering in a close game. An ALLCITY Ne…

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D-backs-Phillies Preview with Jamie Lynch: What is Phillies’ Biggest Weakness As Postseason Approaches? 15:39

5d ago15:39

15:39

As the Diamondbacks prepare to take on the Philadelphia Phillies this weekend, Jamie Lynch from PHLY Sports hops on to discuss what's gone right for the Phillies this year and what their biggest weaknesses (if they have any) are heading into the playoffs. We also discuss the pitching matchups for the weekend, and the degree to whcih Phillies fans a…

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Eduardo Rodriguez SOLID, Brandon Pfaadt DOMINANT As Diamondbacks Sweep Guardians 1:04:43

6d ago1:04:43

1:04:43

The Diamondbacks passed a big test against the Cleveland Guardians, sweeping the team with the best record in MLB. We have more on Brandon Pfaadt continuing to be the most reliable starter in the rotation, Eduardo Rodriguez’s long-awaited debut, Josh Bell’s two-home run day, and the Snakes overcoming the odds in this series to take all three games.…

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Ketel Marte, Diamondbacks Take SIXTH STRAIGHT SERIES With Win Over Paul Skenes, Pirates 1:09:56

8d ago1:09:56

1:09:56

The Diamondbacks continue to stay hot after taking a pair of narrow victories over the Pirates in Pittsburgh. We have more on the D-backs winning their sixth series in a row, Eduardo Rodriguez being back in the starting rotation, and the upcoming series with the team with the best record in MLB, the Cleveland Guardians. We also have answers to your…

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Episode 86: Lughnasa Special with Danica Boyce 56:49

8d ago56:49

56:49

Today’s episode is a joint release with Danica Boyce of Fair Folk Podcast to mark Lughnasa. It’s been a few years since Danica and I last guested on each other’s podcasts, during which time our work has evolved and changed, we’ve started collaborating and Danica has moved to Scotland. So it was about time for a catch up. On this episode we take the…

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Josh Bell, Ketel Marte HIT TWO DINGERS EACH In Diamondbacks Close Win Over Pirates 55:36

11d ago55:36

55:36

The Diamondbacks had another incredible 1st inning, hitting back-to-back-to-back jacks and scoring five runs against the Pirates early. But Brandon Pfaadt seemed to run out of gas and the bullpen had a bit of a meltdown, allowing the Pirates to comeback and take the lead. Eventually, the Snakes got hot again thanks to multi-homer nights from Ketel …

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Jake McCarthy, Diamondbacks SWEEP Second Series Of The Year, Beating Nationals In Finale 45:09

12d ago45:09

45:09

While we may still be a little hungover from our PHNX Takeover of the Chase Field Pool, that’s only because we were celebrating being present for the Diamondbacks second sweep of the season! But it wasn’t easy in the 9th, and we are discussing if we saw the last of Paul Sewald in the closer role after he failed to covert another save opportunity in…

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Eugenio Suarez’s THREE HOME RUN Night Powers Diamondbacks To 17-0 Win Over Nationals 1:06:27

14d ago1:06:27

1:06:27

It was a magical night at Chase Field on Tuesday. The Diamondbacks shutout the Nationals in a rout, winning by a score of 17-0 and tying a franchise record with 22 hits. We have more on Eugenio Suarez’s three-home run night, Ryne Nelson shoving, and the moves made by Mike Hazen and co in the final hours of the trade deadline. An ALLCITY Network Pro…

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Diamondbacks LAND Josh Bell, Dylan Floro In Final Hours Before MLB Trade Deadline 1:06:11

14d ago1:06:11

1:06:11

It’s trade deadline day, and we have you covered with our countdown show during the final hour of the deadline. We have more on the Diamondbacks acquiring Josh Bell from the Marlins for cash considerations, what the deal means in regards to Christian Walker’s injury, and the Snakes 11th hour move to add relief pitcher Dylan Floro from the Nationals…

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Episode 85: Auld Croovie 16:28

14d ago16:28

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We're a bit past midsummer but it's such a great story, I couldn't resist! This is another Celtic story taken from my new book Scottish Myths & Legends Volume II, told by me. It's an old pagan tale of dancing trees which, to me, is an illustration of the overflowing of life and light we experience in Scotland in the middle of summer, when the night…

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Corbin Carroll Hits WALK-OFF HOMER As Diamondbacks Swing EPIC Comeback Win Over Nationals 42:42

15d ago42:42

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Down 8-2 after six innings, the Diamondbacks came back to beat the Washington Nationals on a walk-off, pinch-hit, two-run home run by Corbin Carroll in one of the wildest comebacks in franchise history. In this emergency edition of the pod, we discuss Carroll's big moment, the Ketel Marte homer that set the table, Jordan Montgomery's rough outing a…

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Is It Time For Diamondbacks To CHANGE CLOSERS After Paul Sewald Blows Another Save? 1:14:39

15d ago1:14:39

1:14:39

Is it time for the Diamondbacks to have some serious discussions about replacing Paul Sewald as their closer? This comes after Sewald blew another save in the D-backs series finale against the Pirates on Sunday. We discuss if this move would make sense and if there are potential trade candidates that might fill that role this season and beyond. We …

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Corbin Carroll, Ketel Marte GO YARD As Diamondbacks Secure Series Win Over Pirates 1:16:19

17d ago1:16:19

1:16:19

The Diamondbacks continue to roll in the month of July, securing another series victory with their game 2 win over the Pirates. We are discussing Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte going yard, Brandon Pfaadt having an off night, and the Snakes remaining the hottest team in MLB. We also have more on the D-backs newest acquisition, A.J. Puk, making his d…

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Zac Gallen And The Diamondbacks SINK The Pirates In Yet Another Comeback Win 1:14:55

18d ago1:14:55

1:14:55

The Arizona Diamondbacks registered their 18th comeback win of the season, beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 in game one of their three game series at Chase Field. Zac Gallen had an in-game comeback of his own after a rough start in this one. We discuss his bounce-back night on the mound, the D-backs offense getting things going against the Pirate…

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Diamondbacks-Pirates Preview with Noah Hiles: Do Pirates NEED To Be Aggressive At Trade Deadline? 17:10

18d ago17:10

17:10

With the trade deadline approaching quickly, the Diamondbacks are taking on the Pittsburgh Pirates for a three-game series at Chase Field. Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins to break down the Pirates' strengths and weaknesses, Paul Skenes' absurd rookie season and why it might make sense for the Pirates to go all in at the deadline. An…

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BREAKING: Diamondbacks Acquire LHP A.J. Puk In Trade With Marlins 30:29

19d ago30:29

30:29

It did not take long for the Diamondbacks to make a move as the trade deadline approaches! Arizona crosses off their biggest need by obtaining left-handed reliever A.J. Puk from the Miami Marlins as reported by Jeff Passan from ESPN. We have more on Puk and how he will fit into the bullpen, what the D-backs gave up in the trade, and if this is the …

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Here Are 5 Potential Diamondbacks Trade Targets Ahead Of Tuesday Deadline 55:01

19d ago55:01

55:01

Fresh off another series win, the Diamondbacks are as hot as the temperatures in Phoenix right now. But they face off against another very hot team in the Pirates, and even though the Snakes luckily miss Paul Skenes, they still have a formidable trio of starting pitchers to deal with. We preview the series with the Bucs, discuss our MLB Power Ranki…

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Gabriel Moreno, Ketel Marte LEAD THE WAY In 9th Inning Comeback Win Over Royals 55:32

20d ago55:32

55:32

The Answerbacks may in fact be back! The Diamondbacks managed to score five runs in the top of the 9th inning for an impressive comeback win over the Royals, taking two out of three in the series. We have more on the D in D-backs standing for dingers, Ryne Nelson’s night on the mound, and this team winning or splitting their seventh series in a row…

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Jordan Montgomery CRUISES In Return, Ketel Marte MASHES In Diamondbacks Win Over Royals 1:01:41

21d ago1:01:41

1:01:41

Jordan Montgomery made his return to the mound for the Diamondbacks on Tuesday and gave Torey Lovullo five solid innings in a win over the Royals. We have more on if Montgomery was as good as the box score indicates, Ketel Marte leading the charge for the offense, and Torey’s understandable tirade from the first game of this series. We also take a …

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Diamondbacks’ Bullpen SPOILS Brandon Pfaadt Gem In Series Finale Loss To Cubs 58:54

23d ago58:54

58:54

The Arizona Diamondbacks seem to be allergic to sweeping a series, losing the finale in Chicago to the Cubs in extra innings by a score of 2-1. We discuss the bullpen blowing a phenomenal start by Brandon Pfaadt, Shota Imanaga dominating D-backs hitters, and more from our experience here in Chicago. Join Derek Montilla from Almost Home in Chicago w…

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Zac Gallen LABORS But Still Throws Five Scoreless In Diamondbacks Win Over Cubs 1:01:30

24d ago1:01:30

1:01:30

Even when Zac Gallen doesn’t have his best stuff, he’s still very good. The Diamondbacks win game two in Chicago over the Cubs on night where neither team could muster up much offense. We have more on Corbin Carroll and Alek Thomas going yard, the bullpen being full of bonafide studs, and Christian Walker getting some respect from Bryce Harper. Jes…

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Gabriel Moreno & Diamondbacks Open Second Half With Massive Win Over Cubs 1:02:12

25d ago1:02:12

1:02:12

The Diamondbacks kick off the second half of the season with a big win over the Cubs at Wrigley Field. We discuss Ryne Nelson getting a career-high nine strikeouts while throwing nearly all fastballs, Gabi Moreno being unstoppable in the two-hole, and what it’s like attending a game at the Friendly Confines. We are live from Almost Home in Chicago …

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BIGGEST Diamondbacks Storylines Heading Into The Second Half 1:11:48

26d ago1:11:48

1:11:48

It is time to start the second half of the 2024 season, and we are discussing the biggest headlines for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Can they continue to stay hot after the break? What will this starting rotation look like once the Snakes get Jordan Montgomery, Merrill Kelly, and Eduardo Rodriguez back? We discuss this and more, including a preview of…

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Episode 84: Fair Maid's Tresses with Angus King 20:46

27d ago20:46

20:46

Today’s episode is a special one as it marks the release of my new book, Scottish Myths & Legends Volume II. For this episode I wanted to share with you a story narrated by Angus King, who narrated the audiobook of Scottish Myths & Legends Volumes I & II. The story comes from the island of Barra in the Outer Hebrides. I first heard it from Linda Wi…

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Torey Lovullo, National League COME UP SHORT In All Star Game Loss To American League 54:35

28d ago54:35

54:35

The American League continues to dominate the National League in the All-Star Game, securing a 5-3 victory over Torey Lovullo’s squad in this year’s Midsummer Classic. We have more on Ketel Marte’s day for the NL, the pre-show fashion, and Jarren Duran robbing us of seeing something special: an extra Home Run Derby. Jesse Friedman joins from Globe …

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Teoscar Hernandez Outduels Bobby Witt Jr. In DUD MLB Home Run Derby 48:32

29d ago48:32

48:32

Live once again from The Tipsy Oak in Arlington, we have more from the Home Run Derby at Globe Life Field. From the anthem to the format to even the finish, the entire Derby felt like a swing & miss. We discuss if MLB needs to go back to their head to head format and if a lack of star power is impacting the event. We also have more from Torey Lovul…

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Ketel Marte RAKES Heading Into All-Star Break, Diamondbacks Make Day 1 Selections In MLB Draft 45:18

30d ago45:18

45:18

LIVE from The Rack House in The Colony, TX, it’s day 2 of All-Star Weekend and we are focusing on both the present and the future for the Arizona Diamondbacks. We discuss Ketel Marte’s big day at the plate in his final appearance before starting for the National League All-Star Team. We also have our reactions to the Diamondbacks four picks on day …

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Yilber Diaz Earns First Career Win, Corbin Carroll Hits TWO Homers As Diamondbacks Beat Blue Jays 58:21

1M ago58:21

58:21

Coming to you live from the Tipsy Oak in Arlington, we are here in Texas to bring you coverage of ALL of the All-Star Weekend festivities, including more from the Futures Game and All Star Village. Meanwhile, Corbin Carroll is returning to his All-Star form, hitting two dingers in the Diamondbacks rout of the Toronto Blue Jays to secure a series wi…

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Episode 83: The Edgewell Tree with Stephen McCabe 52:05

1M ago52:05

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My guest today is Stephen McCabe of Green Temple Therapy. A former student on my Myth Singers course, Stephen is a storyteller, author, Zen Buddhist, tarot reader and nature therapist based in the village of Temple in Scotland. He’s the author of The Moorfoot Tales, a collection in which his deep love for nature is always present and eloquently exp…

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Geraldo Perdomo CLUTCH As Diamondbacks WALK OFF Blue Jays, Improve Record To 48-47 1:09:23

1M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

It took them 98 days, but the Arizona Diamondbacks are back to being over .500 this season after an exciting walk-off victory over the Toronto Blue Jays. We have more on Ryne Nelson’s night on the mound, Geraldo Perdomo being the catalyst for this team, and finally getting over the .500 record hump. Jesse Friedman joins with more from the Clubhouse…

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Diamondbacks-Blue Jays Preview: Revisiting Daulton Varsho trade with Sportsnet's Zach Worden 16:47

1M ago16:47

16:47

In a new edition of On the Record, Zach Worden of Sportsnet joins to revisit the Diamondbacks-Blue Jays trade involving Daulton Varsho, Gabriel Moreno and Lourdes Gurriel Jr., as well as preview this weekend's series between Arizona and Toronto. We discuss the Blue Jays' strengths and weaknesses, and whether to expect a fire sale in the coming week…

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Jake McCarthy makes game-saving catch, Brandon Pfaadt dominates as Diamondbacks blank Braves 1:06:12

1M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

Behind six scoreless innings from Brandon Pfaadt, another Eugenio Suárez home run and an unbelievable home-run-robbing catch from Jake McCarthy in the ninth, the Diamondbacks blanked the Atlanta Braves and salvaged a series split. In our postgame show, we discussed McCarthy’s amusing assessment of his game-winning play, whether “DFA Suárez” convers…

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Should The Diamondbacks BUY Or SELL At The Trade Deadline? 56:16

1M ago56:16

56:16

We are joined by our friend Jordan Shusterman from Cespedes Family BBQ to talk about the MLB Draft, the Diamondbacks season so far, and more! We also discuss if the D-backs should be buyers come the trade deadline and who they should target if they make those moves. All this plus we reveal our MLB Power Rankings for this week! An ALLCITY Network Pr…

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SOUTHWEST BIAS: Arizona Diamondbacks Christian Walker SNUBBED For MLB All-Star Game, Mets’ Pete Alonso Sneaks Spot 15:35

1M ago15:35

15:35

Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker was snubbed from the National League All-Star roster. In place of the D-backs slugger, Mets’ Pete Alonso snuck onto the NL squad. What was the reason for Walker’s omission and how it’s a tale as old as time in the southwest. #mlb #mlballstar #diamondbacks SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel…

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Paul Sewald BLOWS Third Consecutive Save, Spoiling Yilber Diaz’s Diamondbacks Debut 1:25:18

1M ago1:25:18

1:25:18

Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald blew his third consecutive save for the first time in his career, spoiling starting pitcher Yilber Diaz’s stellar debut in a loss to the Braves. We discuss if the D-backs need to look to another option at closer and who that would be, the offense generating just four singles, and more. We also have answers to your Ma…

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Diamondbacks Win THRILLER Over Padres In 10 Innings But May Have Lost Another Starting Pitcher 1:25:51

1M ago1:25:51

1:25:51

The Diamondbacks seem to love late nights in San Diego. For the second consecutive game, the D-backs offense showed up late and scored three runs in the 10th to take an extra innings win over the Padres. But did it cost the team another starting pitcher? We have more on Brandon Pfaadt leaving the game after getting hit by a comebacker, the offense …

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After HEROIC Comeback By Diamondbacks In 9th, Padres Walk Off Closer Paul Sewald 1:24:52

1M ago1:24:52

1:24:52

In what appeared to be another mediocre effort by the Diamondbacks that resulted in a loss, the offense instead put together one of the most exciting comebacks of the season by scoring six runs in the top of the 9th to take the lead over the San Diego Padres. Unfortunately, closer Paul Sewald was not sharp again in California, registering his secon…

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Christian Walker OWNS Dodgers, Crushes TWO DINGERS In Diamondbacks Win At Dodger Stadium 1:20:10

1M ago1:20:10

1:20:10

Cristian Mena made his Major League debut on the mound for the Diamondbacks at hostile Chavez Ravine. While the night did not start out as planned against the formidable Dodgers, Mena eventually found his rhythm and rebounded nicely. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks mounted an impressive rally capped off by Christian Walker’s two home run night as he do…

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Paul Sewald BLOWS Save As Dodgers Walk-off Diamondbacks In 9th 1:17:47

1M ago1:17:47

1:17:47

The Diamondbacks were just one out away from securing one of the best wins of the season over the Dodgers. But unfortunately Paul Sewald gave up three straight hits in the bottom of the 9th that allowed Los Angeles to walk off the Snakes. We discuss the numbers from this heartbreaking loss, roster moves that were made prior to the game, and more! A…

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Southwest Bias: The WORST Decision in Arizona Sports HISTORY 21:11

1M ago21:11

21:11

In the latest edition of Southwest Bias, Erik Ruby, Bo Brock & Espo go back in time to discuss the worst contracts ever given out by an Arizona sports franchise, and which ones stung the most. #NFL #NBA #MLB #NCAAF #Cardinals #Suns #Diamondbacks #bradleybeal #kliffkingsbury #SteveKeim #Contracts #FreeAgency #NBAFreeAgency SUBSCRIBE: https://www.you…

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Have Diamondbacks Fans LOST ALL HOPE This Season? 59:02

1M ago59:02

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Zac Gallen was a sight for sore eyes as he shoved in his return to the mound for the Diamondbacks against the Oakland A's. We discuss the duo of Gallen and Brandon Pfaadt giving this team some needed quality starts and the team's decision to designate Tucker Barnhart for assignment. Will we see Adrian Del Castillo get called up? Also, we discuss th…

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Diamondbacks' Pitching Hits NEW LOW in Crushing Defeat At Home To The Oakland A's 1:12:54

2M ago1:12:54

1:12:54

The Diamondbacks may have hit rock bottom in Friday’s loss to the Oakland A's. The D-backs bullpen collapsed, allowing six earned runs in the 9-4 loss. We discuss Slade Cecconi’s outing, Torey Lovullo’s decisions late in this one, and if this is the worst loss of the season for the Snakes. We also have more on the possibility of Christian Walker ge…

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Episode 82: Davey Boy & The Devil with Jess Smith 1:07:14

2M ago1:07:14

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My guest today is Jess Smith. Jess is a storyteller, author and singer from the Scottish travelling people. She spent much of her childhood living on a bus and travelling around Scotland with her parents and seven sisters, spending evenings around fires listening to the stories carried by the travelling people while the rest of the country was busy…

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Jordan Montgomery, Bullpen Get COOKED In Diamondbacks Series Finale Loss To Twins 1:08:23

2M ago1:08:23

1:08:23

Diamondbacks pitchers got rocked by the Minnesota Twins in the series finale on Thursday. Jordan Montgomery allowed four earned runs while the bullpen chipped in another five. We have more on the disastrous day for the pitching staff, missing Eugenio Suarez at third base, taking out your frustrations on an inanimate object, and some injury updates …

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Diamondbacks Get TROUNCED By Twins In Another Game Two Loss in June 1:02:45

2M ago1:02:45

1:02:45

The Diamondbacks have not been very good when it comes to the second games of their series lately. A subpar outing from Ryne Nelson combined with a lack of offense lead to the Snakes dropping Wednesday’s game to the Twins 8-3. We have more on what went wrong for Nelly, who we trust in the starting rotation, and a weird trade deadline rumor involvin…

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