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.

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.

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!

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

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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.

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.

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

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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.

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

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For the first time since 2018, the Diamondbacks swept the Rockies at Coors Field, and it couldn't have come at a better time. The offense jumped out to a big early lead, Eduardo Rodriguez delivered a quality start in his final start of the year and the bullpen (barely) held on.

Where does the win leave them in the NL Wild Card race? Do they really have a shot to catch the Phillies or Padres this weekend in San Diego?

We also discuss a few listener superchats, including whether the D-backs will extend Gabriel Moreno and what their top offseason needs are. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory, the official Arizona Diamondbacks show in the Foul Territory network. 

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For the first time since 2018, the Diamondbacks swept the Rockies at Coors Field, and it couldn't have come at a better time. The offense jumped out to a big early lead, Eduardo Rodriguez delivered a quality start in his final start of the year and the bullpen (barely) held on.
Where does the win leave them in the NL Wild Card race? Do they really have a shot to catch the Phillies or Padres this weekend in San Diego?
We also discuss a few listener superchats, including whether the D-backs will extend Gabriel Moreno and what their top offseason needs are. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory, the official Arizona Diamondbacks show in the Foul Territory network.&nbsp;
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D-backs Sweep Rockies, Stay Alive Another Day in NL Wild Card Race

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

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