Torey Lovullo had positive injury updates on both Corbin Carroll and Merrill Kelly entering the weekend, with Carroll already participating in live BP and Kelly having successfully thrown a bullpen. Could both be ready to go by Opening Day?

We also discuss how D-backs have fared in World Baseball Classic action, including Druw Jones with the Netherlands, Ketel Marte & Geraldo Perdomo with the Dominican Republic and Yu-Min Lin with Taiwan.

Finally, we discuss the Diamondbacks' bullpen role competition. Is Paul Sewald really the frontrunner for the closing role? Could Drey Jameson be a candidate? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on another edition of Snakes Territory.

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Torey Lovullo had positive injury updates on both Corbin Carroll and Merrill Kelly entering the weekend, with Carroll already participating in live BP and Kelly having successfully thrown a bullpen. Could both be ready to go by Opening Day?
We also discuss how D-backs have fared in World Baseball Classic action, including Druw Jones with the Netherlands, Ketel Marte &amp; Geraldo Perdomo with the Dominican Republic and Yu-Min Lin with Taiwan.
Finally, we discuss the Diamondbacks' bullpen role competition. Is Paul Sewald really the frontrunner for the closing role? Could Drey Jameson be a candidate? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on another edition of Snakes Territory.
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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

D-backs Get Good News on Corbin Carroll, Merrill Kelly Injury Timelines

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Michael Soroka assembled a second straight solid outing and Jose Fernandez laid down a perfect bunt as the D-backs beat the Atlanta Braves on Saturday by a final score of 2-1. What has worked so well for Soroka in the early going? Will manager Torey Lovullo start playing Fernandez more often?

We also discuss the D-backs' recent offense woes. What has gone wrong? And how will the D-backs replace recently injured Jordan Lawlar? Plus, Eduardo Rodriguez was fantastic once again on Friday night. Is the E-Rod from a few years ago back?

Finally, we discuss Ketel Marte's reaction to reaching 10 years of major league service. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on another live postgame edition of Snakes Territory.

Michael Soroka assembled a second straight solid outing and Jose Fernandez laid down a perfect bunt as the D-backs beat the Atlanta Braves on Saturday by a final score of 2-1. What has worked so well for Soroka in the early going? Will manager Torey Lovullo start playing Fernandez more often?
We also discuss the D-backs' recent offense woes. What has gone wrong? And how will the D-backs replace recently injured Jordan Lawlar? Plus, Eduardo Rodriguez was fantastic once again on Friday night. Is the E-Rod from a few years ago back?
Finally, we discuss Ketel Marte's reaction to reaching 10 years of major league service. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on another live postgame edition of Snakes Territory.

Michael Soroka Deals, Jose Fernandez Delivers Perfect Bunt As D-backs Beat Braves

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The Diamondbacks completed a three-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday behind six scoreless innings from Zac Gallen and a Corbin Carroll home run against Tigers ace Tarik Skubal.

What worked so well for Gallen on Wednesday? Is the lack of swing-and-miss through two starts concerning? Is Corbin Carroll on the verge of becoming an NL MVP frontrunner? We also discuss an impressive run by the D-backs bullpen, Jose Fernandez's slick double play and Nolan Arenado and Carlos Santana struggling offensively.

Finally, we preview the upcoming series against the Atlanta Braves. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

The Diamondbacks completed a three-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday behind six scoreless innings from Zac Gallen and a Corbin Carroll home run against Tigers ace Tarik Skubal.
What worked so well for Gallen on Wednesday? Is the lack of swing-and-miss through two starts concerning? Is Corbin Carroll on the verge of becoming an NL MVP frontrunner? We also discuss an impressive run by the D-backs bullpen, Jose Fernandez's slick double play and Nolan Arenado and Carlos Santana struggling offensively.
Finally, we preview the upcoming series against the Atlanta Braves. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

Zac Gallen Outduels Tarik Skubal As D-backs Sweep Tigers

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It was a night to remember for Diamondbacks rookie Jose Fernandez. He went 3-for-4 with a pair of home runs in his major league debut, including a go-ahead, three-run shot against Kenley Jansen that led the D-backs to a thrilling comeback win over the Detroit Tigers.

How did Fernandez burst on the scene so quickly? How often should we expect to see him in the lineup moving forward? We also discuss Brandon Pfaadt's uneven season debut and look ahead to what could be a very difficult rotation decision between Pfaadt and Michael Soroka.

Finally, we discuss the latest injury updates on Adrian Del Castillo, Merrill Kelly, Corbin Burnes and more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers for another live postgame edition of Snakes Territory.

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It was a night to remember for Diamondbacks rookie Jose Fernandez. He went 3-for-4 with a pair of home runs in his major league debut, including a go-ahead, three-run shot against Kenley Jansen that led the D-backs to a thrilling comeback win over the Detroit Tigers.
How did Fernandez burst on the scene so quickly? How often should we expect to see him in the lineup moving forward? We also discuss Brandon Pfaadt's uneven season debut and look ahead to what could be a very difficult rotation decision between Pfaadt and Michael Soroka.
Finally, we discuss the latest injury updates on Adrian Del Castillo, Merrill Kelly, Corbin Burnes and more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers for another live postgame edition of Snakes Territory.
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Jose Fernandez Electric Debut Powers D-backs to Comeback Win Over Tigers

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D-backs Get Good News on Corbin Carroll, Merrill Kelly Injury Timelines

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