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The PHNX Diamondbacks Podcast is your daily destination for all things Arizona Diamondbacks. Hosted by Derek Montilla, this show combines expert analysis, advanced stats, and a fun, authentic look at the D-backs from the clubhouse to the front office. Get breaking news, game recaps, trade rumors, exclusive interviews, prospect updates, and postseason coverage all year long. Whether you're following Corbin Carroll’s rise, Zac Gallen’s dominance, or the next star from the farm system, PHNX D-backs is the go-to podcast for every Arizona baseball fan.
Based on 4 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Derek Montilla pairs Diamondbacks emotion with specific explanations of roster pressure, bullpen usage and the decisions waiting beyond the final score.
PHNX Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast turns the pressure around Arizona baseball into lively, detail-minded conversation. Derek Montilla moves easily between immediate game reaction and the roster mechanics underneath it, weighing bullpen construction, injured-list returns, player…
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Short reviews from the PlayNext desk, based on the episodes we processed.
A frustrated game-one postgame that still pulls useful baseball context out of the loss.
The show reads like a frustrated game-one postgame, but it never drifts all the way into doom. It keeps circling back to the baseball itself: the free base runners, the crooked innings, and the ways the offense and pitching staff let the Dodgers keep pressing.
Opening Day week makes the roster pressure feel immediate.
The Diamondbacks' Opening Day week update has real urgency, moving from the season's opening stretch to Merrill Kelly's possible return on the second road trip and the roster choices that come with it.
A heated WBC hangover that turns one bad call into a bigger baseball argument.
This episode stays focused on the World Baseball Classic hangover, especially the end of the DR and Team USA game and the missed strike that sets off the ABS talk.
A noisy Opening Day chat turns a bullpen shortage into the main baseball argument.
The D-backs' Opening Day setup turns on a real bullpen concern: there are no left-hand pitchers in the bullpen, and that choice hangs over the whole conversation as a live baseball problem.
L.A. sports panic, argued daily.
Sports, movies, standings, and sideways arguments.
Southwest Michigan sports, kept close to home.
The podcast discusses the impact of Diamondbacks stars leaving for the World Baseball Classic during spring training, with hosts sharing personal anecdotes about Phoenix weather.
The hosts discuss whether Alek Thomas's performance in the World Baseball Classic could lead to an all-star season for the Arizona Diamondbacks, while also sharing weekend experiences and banter about guests like Augie Ojeda.
The podcast discusses whether the Arizona Diamondbacks' poor performance in spring training games is a concerning indicator for their upcoming regular season.
The podcast discusses the Arizona Diamondbacks' lineup updates, including Zac Gallen's fourth consecutive Opening Day start and Corbin Carroll's return as designated hitter, along with commentary on Team USA's performance in the World Baseball Classic.
The hosts discuss Vinny Pasquantino's three home runs for Italy in the World Baseball Classic, criticize Team USA's performance and MLB's handling of a Mark DeRosa interview, and express amusement at Italy's success.
The hosts discuss their enthusiasm for the World Baseball Classic, highlighting its intense schedule and how it has overshadowed spring training in excitement.
The PHNX D-Backs podcast discusses the Arizona Diamondbacks reportedly reuniting with reliever Paul Sewald on a one-year, $1.5 million contract.
This segment discusses the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, highlighting Ketel Marte's performance for the Dominican Republic and Team USA's advancement, while also promoting an upcoming Diamondbacks opening day event.
The podcast discusses MLB.com's 2026 prediction that Diamondbacks manager Tori Lovullo could contend for NL Manager of the Year if the team makes the playoffs, with hosts engaging in humorous banter about Mario Day.
The podcast segment discusses a Padres radio host's controversial comments about Merrill Kelly choosing to sign with the Arizona Diamondbacks over the San Diego Padres, focusing on the tax implications in California.
This podcast segment discusses whether 2026 will be a defining year for Eduardo Rodriguez with the D-backs, referencing his performance in the World Baseball Classic and his $80 million contract.
The Arizona Diamondbacks lost a close game to the Los Angeles Dodgers despite outplaying them, with base running errors and a key mistake by Ryan Nelson contributing to the defeat.
The podcast discusses the breaking news that pitcher Zac Gallen is returning to the Arizona Diamondbacks on a one-year, $22.025 million contract, with $14 million deferred, matching the qualifying offer he previously rejected.
The hosts discuss Brandon Pfaadt's promising first start for the D-backs and express excitement for the upcoming World Baseball Classic and the baseball season.
The Arizona Diamondbacks are bringing back key players like Zac Gallen, Merrill Kelly, and Paul Sewald for the 2026 season, with Gallen returning on a qualified offer deal after testing free agency.
The Arizona Diamondbacks now have the richest owner in U.S.
The hosts discuss personal anecdotes and fatigue before hinting at upcoming D-backs injury news for Opening Day.
This segment discusses excitement for the World Baseball Classic, highlighting key players like Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout, and promoting the Dominican Republic team featuring Fernando Tatis and Jerry Perdomo.
The podcast discusses the Arizona Diamondbacks' potential depth problems in their infield due to injuries, focusing on who will back up Geraldo Perdomo.
This segment discusses the potential impact of the Arizona Diamondbacks' outfield depth in 2026, focusing on players like Jordan Lawler and Alec Thomas, and addressing concerns about performance and losses such as Lourdes Gurriel Jr.
The podcast discusses the Arizona Diamondbacks' ongoing injury issues with pitchers during spring training, along with overreacting to early game results and MLB lineup predictions.
The hosts discuss the Arizona Diamondbacks' roster changes and uncertainties for the 2026 season, focusing on player swaps and team dynamics.
The hosts introduce the start of spring training games for the Arizona Diamondbacks, discussing the excitement and upcoming matchups.
The hosts discuss a rainy photo day at Salt River Fields for the Arizona Diamondbacks during spring training, touching on Jordan Lawlar's role and camp activities.
The podcast discusses the Diamondbacks' starting pitcher rotation, with Michael Soroka asserting his place, and introduces the hosts and spring training excitement.
The podcast discusses Tony Clark's resignation from MLBPA leadership amid scandals and shifts to analyzing the Arizona Diamondbacks' spring training, focusing on pitching decisions for the opening game.
This episode discusses whether Merrill Kelly is the most underrated pitcher in baseball, featuring insights from D-backs fans and an interview with pitching prospect Cole Drake about his journey and connection to Kelly.
This episode analyzes the Arizona Diamondbacks' disappointing offseason, focusing on their lack of bullpen moves and proposing solutions to improve it.
This episode analyzes the Arizona Diamondbacks' signing of former All-Star Carlos Santana as their new first baseman, discussing the implications for the team and the closure on a potential Paul Goldschmidt return.
This episode discusses grim MLB projections for the Arizona Diamondbacks' playoff chances, with hosts bantering about offseason moves like missing Paul Goldschmidt and signing Carlos Santana.
This episode analyzes whether the Arizona Diamondbacks made a mistake by trading infielder/outfielder Blaze Alexander to the Baltimore Orioles to strengthen their bullpen.
The hosts discuss recent Arizona Diamondbacks developments, including missed trades and roster moves, with one criticizing the other's handling of the team during a brief absence.
This episode of the PHNX Diamondbacks podcast discusses Andrew Saalfrank's shoulder surgery causing him to miss the entire 2026 season, while celebrating the start of baseball season with spring training updates.
The hosts discuss the start of Spring Training for the Arizona Diamondbacks, including player signings and team activities at Salt River Fields.
Team Venezuela wins its first World Baseball Classic Championship by defeating Team USA 3-2, with Eduardo Rodriguez's pitching performance being a key factor in the victory.
This episode discusses whether Lourdes Gurriel Jr could realistically return to the Arizona Diamondbacks starting lineup by Opening Day, amidst the host's humorous personal anecdotes about a bad week.
This episode discusses the unfortunate news that Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll suffered a broken hamate bone during batting practice, which will cause him to miss significant time in spring training and the World Baseball Classic.
The Arizona Diamondbacks were swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers after blowing a late lead in a 3-2 loss, highlighting ongoing issues with their bullpen and offense.
This segment discusses the controversial elimination of the Dominican Republic by Team USA in the World Baseball Classic semifinal, focusing on Geraldo Perdomo's disputed final at-bat.
The podcast introduces a discussion about Merrill Kelly being placed on the injured list for the Diamondbacks before Opening Day, amidst casual banter and technical issues.
This segment discusses the Arizona Diamondbacks' pitching rotation decisions, focusing on Michael Soroka's performance and the implications for the final spot when Merrill Kelly returns from injury.
The episode opens in full WBC misery.
The show opens in birthday-party mode, but the bullpen question is still the real headline.
This episode discusses the closure of Ketel Marte's trade market despite resurfacing rumors linking him to the Red Sox, focusing on baseball analysis and team dynamics.
This episode discusses the Arizona Diamondbacks' offseason moves, including CEO Derek Hall's comments on potential free agent signings, in a mailbag Monday format with hosts and guests.
The hosts react to the Arizona Diamondbacks' disappointing 8-2 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Opening Day.
The host analyzes the Arizona Diamondbacks' controversial decision to begin the 2026 MLB season without a single left-handed pitcher in their bullpen.
The hosts of the PHNX Diamondbacks podcast analyze the team's final spring training performances and project the opening day roster.