The Diamondbacks had seemingly pulled off an impressive comeback against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday, but the Rangers then gave them a taste of their own medicine in the bottom of the ninth. Paul Sewald blew his first save of 2026 as the D-backs ultimately fell, 6-5.

What went wrong for Sewald in the ninth? We also discuss the offense struggling to come through with runners in scoring position before finally breaking through in the ninth. Other takeaways from the series include Corbin Carroll having better at-bats, Michael Soroka continuing his strong season and Zac Gallen once again struggling to get swing-and-miss.

Finally, we discuss the D-backs trading Alek Thomas to the Los Angeles Dodgers and the upcoming series against the Colorad Rockies. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this live postgame edition of Snakes Territory.

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The Diamondbacks had seemingly pulled off an impressive comeback against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday, but the Rangers then gave them a taste of their own medicine in the bottom of the ninth. Paul Sewald blew his first save of 2026 as the D-backs ultimately fell, 6-5.
What went wrong for Sewald in the ninth? We also discuss the offense struggling to come through with runners in scoring position before finally breaking through in the ninth. Other takeaways from the series include Corbin Carroll having better at-bats, Michael Soroka continuing his strong season and Zac Gallen once again struggling to get swing-and-miss.
Finally, we discuss the D-backs trading Alek Thomas to the Los Angeles Dodgers and the upcoming series against the Colorad Rockies. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this live postgame 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!

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Paul Sewald Meltdown Erases D-backs Comeback vs. Rangers

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With the backdrop of a heavily taxed Diamondbacks bullpen, Eduardo Rodriguez delivered perhaps his best start of the season and helped the D-backs win a huge series over the Pittsburgh Pirates. How does E-Rod keep doing this? We also discuss Gabriel Moreno's big swing that gave the D-backs their lead.

Meanwhile, Paul Sewald is officially no longer the Diamondbacks closer after another clunker on Tuesday in which he allowed three runs and blew the save. What is the plan for the closing role moving forward?

We finish with some injury updates and the latest trade deadline buzz with the deadline just five days away. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory, the Arizona Diamondbacks podcast in the Foul Territory network.

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With the backdrop of a heavily taxed Diamondbacks bullpen, Eduardo Rodriguez delivered perhaps his best start of the season and helped the D-backs win a huge series over the Pittsburgh Pirates. How does E-Rod keep doing this? We also discuss Gabriel Moreno's big swing that gave the D-backs their lead.
Meanwhile, Paul Sewald is officially no longer the Diamondbacks closer after another clunker on Tuesday in which he allowed three runs and blew the save. What is the plan for the closing role moving forward?
We finish with some injury updates and the latest trade deadline buzz with the deadline just five days away. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory, the Arizona Diamondbacks podcast in the Foul Territory network.
Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: <a href="https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10">seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10</a> Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount.
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Eduardo Rodriguez Carries D-backs To Series Win With 8 Shutout Innings vs. Pirates

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The Diamondbacks lost back-to-back games to the Washington Nationals over the weekend, dropping the series and the season series in the process. We dive in to our top takeaways. What went wrong for D-backs pitching? Is it time to be concerned about the bullpen?

We also talk about a couple of rough Ketel Marte at-bats, and how they are indicative of a troubling trend for him in 2026. What will it take for Marte to get back on track? Finally, we discuss a list of 10 potential rental trade targets, including 5 starting pitchers and 5 position players. Could any of them be game-changers for the D-backs down the stretch?

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The Diamondbacks lost back-to-back games to the Washington Nationals over the weekend, dropping the series and the season series in the process. We dive in to our top takeaways. What went wrong for D-backs pitching? Is it time to be concerned about the bullpen?
We also talk about a couple of rough Ketel Marte at-bats, and how they are indicative of a troubling trend for him in 2026. What will it take for Marte to get back on track?&nbsp;Finally, we discuss a list of 10 potential rental trade targets, including 5 starting pitchers and 5 position players. Could any of them be game-changers for the D-backs down the stretch?
Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory, the official Arizona D-backs show in the Foul Territory Network.
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D-backs' Biggest Weakness Exposed vs. Nationals; 10 Rental Trade Targets

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The Diamondbacks stayed red hot on Friday night with a road win over the Washington Nationals. Eduardo Rodriguez made big pitches when he needed to, and Gabriel Moreno continued his two-plus-month run as one of the best hitters in baseball. We give E-Rod and Gabi their flowers and discuss our takeaways from the game.

We also take a look at the latest wild card standings and dive in to general manager Mike Hazen's comments on the upcoming trade deadline. Is pitching now a bigger priority than a middle-of-the-order bat? Could the D-backs exceed the first competitive balance tax threshold? 

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The Diamondbacks stayed red hot on Friday night with a road win over the Washington Nationals. Eduardo Rodriguez made big pitches when he needed to, and Gabriel Moreno continued his two-plus-month run as one of the best hitters in baseball. We give E-Rod and Gabi their flowers and discuss our takeaways from the game.
We also take a look at the latest wild card standings and dive in to general manager Mike Hazen's comments on the upcoming trade deadline. Is pitching now a bigger priority than a middle-of-the-order bat? Could the D-backs exceed the first competitive balance tax threshold?&nbsp;
Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory, the Arizona D-backs podcast in the Foul Territory network.
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Eduardo Rodriguez, Gabriel Moreno Lead D-backs to Gritty Win Over Nationals

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Paul Sewald Meltdown Erases D-backs Comeback vs. Rangers

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