PHNX Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast

Who says Arizona Diamondbacks coverage can’t be entertaining while being insightful? Host Derek Montilla and D-Backs insider Jesse Friedman give you a fresh take on baseball with the analytics and entertainment that you deserve five days a week. 

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D-backs OF prospect Kristian Robinson reflects ...
Arizona Diamondbacks number two overall prospect OF Kristian Robinson was promoted today from Hillsboro to the Kane County Cougars. I caught up with him briefly to discuss the transition to a new city and team, what he'll miss about Hillsboro, and...
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FOX Sports 910 host Jody Oehler talks D-backs t...
Jody Oehler, host of "The Drive" on FOX Sports 910 from 4 PM to 7 PM M-F, joins the show to break down the D-backs' trade deadline deals, Mike Hazen's long-term vision, and an ominous report about a potential franchise move to Las Vegas.
26 min
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D-backs broadcaster Mike Ferrin talks trade dea...
Diamondbacks & MLB Network Radio broadcaster Mike Ferrin joins the show to discuss Arizona's trade deadline plans, the impressive rise of the D-backs' farm system, and much more.
23 min
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Sully talks D-backs, Giants, and the value of t...
Paul "Sully" Sullivan (@SullyBaseball), host of the Locked On MLB podcast, joins the show to discuss the NL playoff picture, the peculiar situation of the Giants, and the value of the second Wild Card spot.
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Ep. 10: Second-Half Preview (And Why the Diamon...
We break down an exciting All-Star week, and look ahead to an exciting second half for the Diamondbacks. We explain why they shouldn't sell at the trade deadline, and why we believe they won't. We also examine some potential trade targets and discuss...
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Ep. 9: Why You Should #VoteKetel, Lamb's Return...
We discuss Ketel Marte's breakout season and why he undoubtedly deserves to start at 2B for the National League. We also talk about Jake Lamb's return to the lineup, what to do with a struggling Archie Bradley, and much more.
44 min
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Ep. 8: Evaluating the Draft, Picking All-Stars,...
We discuss MLB's "home run problem," which Diamondbacks are mostly likely to find their way on the All-Star team, and much more.
43 min
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Ep. 7: Have the Diamondbacks Ever Had an Elite ...
We celebrate the 21st anniversary of the Diamondbacks' bases-loaded walk to Barry Bonds. We also discuss AZ's bullpen problems and page through Diamondbacks history in search of an elite relief pitcher. In addition, we break down Luke Weaver's injury...
41 min
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Ep. 6: Kevin Cron's Scouting Report, Predicting...
We give a detailed breakdown of call-up Kevin Cron's background as a prospect, and discuss whether or not Yasmany Tomás could be next to get the call. We also attempt to predict the 2019 Opening Day rotation, discuss AZ's approach at the trade...
55 min
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Ep. 5: Selecting a 37-Game MVP, Archie Bradley'...
We discuss Archie Bradley's bounce-back outing, Luke Weaver's breakout, how the D-backs might approach the trade deadline, and much more.
40 min
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Ep. 4: Zack Greinke does it all, Escobar's craz...
We discuss Eduardo Escobar bouncing back from a rough start, Zack Greinke’s knack for doing everything, and new updates from the D-backs farm system. We also break down why we–like the D-backs’ team as a whole–respect recently DFA’d reliever Matt Koch.
35 min
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Ep. 3: Swihart trade, Weaver/Holland impressing...
We break down what the Diamondbacks got in the Blake Swihart trade, Luke Weaver's early success, how AZ might approach the trade deadline, and more.
40 min
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Ep. 2: Draft Preview, Three Catchers Frenzy, Ex...
Jeff provides a full preview of the D-backs' 2019 First-Year Player Draft, and explains why it is so important. We also discuss the advantages/disadvantages of carrying three catchers, and whether or not Torey Lovullo' managing has hurt the D-backs in...
39 min
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Ep. 1: Onward and Upward
In our debut episode of 2019, hosts Jesse Friedman and Jeff Wiser announce an exciting new vision for The Rattle. They also discuss the D-backs' 5-5 start, Robbie Ray's rocky career path, and a surprisingly torrid start on offense.
38 min