
PHNX Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast
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Ep 92The Platinum Anniversary
On this episode, Derek is joined once again by Darrell Johnson to chat about game one of the 2021 World Series and to reminisce about where they were on this day 20 years ago during game one of the D-backs' only World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 91The Best Nickname in Arizona Sports History
Makayla Perkins is joined by an All-Star panel of PHNX beat reporters to discuss a variety of sports topics in the Valley of the SunSteve Peters, Greg Esposito and Derek Montilla will join the podcast to hash out which Arizona athlete has the BEST nickname of ALL TIME! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 90Murdered, Murderer, Murmurer
On this episode, Derek is joined by resident murder expert Makayla Perkins to discuss the World Series, if the D-backs not spending money this season was a wise move, and which members of this team would survive a horror movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 89Goodnight Dodgers
On this episode, Jesse and Derek say goodnight to the Dodgers, they answer your Mailbag Monday questions, and they choose a winner for their Twitter PHNX Shirt Giveaway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 88Remember the Playoffs?
On this episode, Derek and Jesse discuss the MLB Playoffs, memorable moments in D-backs playoff history, and which mafia family the listeners want to join. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 87The Many Snakes of Newark
On this episode, Jesse and Derek are wondering if they'll ever feel like the Dodgers are out of it, if their 2020 World Series deserves an asterisk, and which members of the D-backs organization do we want on our side in a gang fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 86Umpire of the Fun
On this episode, Derek and Jesse are talking about a whole lot of Astros offense in the ALCS, how the Dodgers never seem out of the NLCS even when they're down, and why an umpire with a 6% regular season accuracy rate is calling the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 85Greinke to Victory?
On this episode, Jesse and Derek are talking Dodgers pivotal win in game 3 of the NLCS, spying on Zack Greinke starting in game 4 of the ALCS, and all the joys of Arizona Fall League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 84The House that MLB Built
On this episode, Derek and Jesse are discussing a surprising NLCS, changes being made to MLB streaming services, and big news on improving the housing conditions for minor league players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 83That Damn Check Swing
On this episode, Jesse and Derek discuss the series finale of the NLDS, what we have to look forward to in the next round, and what the D-backs team of former players from this year's playoffs would look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 82Welcome to Baseball Nirvana
On this episode, Derek and Jesse talk about the final game of the Division Series, how Opening Day for the Arizona Fall League keeps year-round baseball going in AZ, and the mental health crisis with minor league players and their living conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 81Save Ferrin
On this episode, Jesse is still recovering from his birthday, so Derek is joined by special guest Mike Ferrin from the D-backs broadcast team and Sirius XM MLB Network Radio to talk about the playoffs so far, why he believes Torey Lovullo did his best managing this season, his picks for the World Series, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 80Arbitration Calibration
On this episode, Jesse and Derek discuss how good the MLB Playoffs have been so far, the comparison between the D-backs and the Tampa Bay Rays, and what will happen with some arbitration eligible players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 79Greatest Arizona Athlete of All Time
Makayla Perkins is joined by an All-Star panel of PHNX beat reporters to discuss a variety of sports topics in the Valley of the Sun!Shane Dieffenbach, Greg Esposito and Brittany Bowyer give their arguments for greatest Arizona athlete of all time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 78Mailbag Monday!
It's another Mailbag Monday, and Derek and Jesse are getting caught up on your questions. They discuss when we will see Brandon Pfaadt, if Varsho's second half production is sustainable, and whether or not TANK SZN could be considered a failure to fail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 77The Playoffs are set. Let's Dance!
On this episode, Jesse and Derek discuss the worst D-backs roster moves in franchise history as well as some positive takeaways from the 2021 season. They also dive into the excitement of the MLB playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 76Torey Lovullo Cleans House
On this episode, Derek and Jesse discuss some breaking news as the D-backs announce which coaches they are keeping and which ones are moving on to different positions within the organization. They also chat about the possibility of an expanded MLB playoff bracket and what that would have looked like this postseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 75Hat Club 4 Life
On this episode, Jesse and Derek welcome Benjamin Christensen from The Hat Club to discuss how they flourished during the pandemic due to the popularity of their limited edition releases, his personal journey through MLB via his love of baseball hats, and who he sees making the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 74Worst Roster Move in Arizona Sports History
Makayla Perkins is joined by an All-Star panel of PHNX beat reporters to discuss a variety of sports topics in the Valley of the Sun!With Greg Esposito, Saul Bookman and Derek Montilla the squad highlights the worst roster moves in Arizona sports history! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 73Tank SZN is ded
On this episode, Tank SZN is "ded", Derek is sad, and Jesse is carrying the load while discussing Derek's ridiculous memes, where we go from here, and who our pleasant surprises and biggest disappointments were this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 72Mailbag Monday!
On this episode, Jesse and Derek are answering your questions about $20 nosebleed seats at Chase Field, who the D-backs should retain, and what their favorite moments were this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 71Four Corners: A PHNX/DNVR Crossover
Well, the end is here, and by that we mean the MLB season for both the D-backs and the Rockies. To celebrate, Jesse and Derek got together with Drew Creasman and Patrick Lyons from the DNVR Rockies Podcast to reminisce about this season and talk about the future for both of these clubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 70The Var-Show
On this episode, Jesse and Derek discuss the D-backs last road game of the year, how Daulton Varsho - not Vargas - has made a big impact this season wherever he plays, and what the future for this team is already doing in the present. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 69Reno 1.115
On this episode, Derek and Jesse provide an update on TANK SZN, discuss if Alek Thomas' numbers in Reno are for real, and request the MLB disavows the San Francisco Giants' City Connect Jerseys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 68Advantage Baltimore
On this episode, Derek and Jesse discuss Saturday being the best D-backs game of the season, Baltimore's advantage in the race for the number one pick, and we spy on our ex-friend Paul Goldschmidt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 67Mailbag Monday!
On this episode, Derek and Jesse are once again answering your questions from Twitter, including potential free agent targets for the D-backs, if Perdomo is Ahmed's replacement, and whether or not we will see those sweet Las Serpientes jerseys again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 66Don't Get So Defensive
On this episode, Derek and Jesse provide a TANK SZN update and discuss how bad this team has been defensively this year, all through blue bubbles on iMessage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 65Torey Lovullo extended through 2022
On this episode, Jesse and Derek discuss the breaking news on Torey Lovullo's contract extension through 2022 with a club option for 2023, how this impacts the team, and why TANK SZN is just as fun as playoff season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 64Is Elijah Green Worth It?
On this episode, Jesse is still roaming freely in the world so Derek is joined by Darrell Johnson aka Darrell from Dubai to discuss his experiences being a fan overseas, thoughts on Elijah Green, and why Colin Cowherd thinks there are so many people at Chase Field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 63Max Scherzer Hates TANK SZN
On this episode, Jesse is on sabbatical so Derek is joined by Makayla Perkins, PHNX's social media queen, to give her thoughts on TANK SZN, competitive balance in MLB, and the best jerseys in D-backs history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 62Mailbag Monday!
This episode, Derek and Jesse are taking questions from Twitter for our first installment of Mailbag Monday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 61In Defense of Torey Lovullo
On today's episode, prosecutor Derek Montilla and defense attorney Prof. Jesse Friedman present their cases for and against moving on from Torey Lovullo as manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 60The Henry Ramos Show
On today's episode, Jesse and Derek discuss the D-backs getting swept in L.A., how good Robbie Ray has been this year, and whether or not this team is actually cursed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 59This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things
Jesse and Derek lament over the loss of another player due to injury and discuss the future of Christian Walker and Luke Weaver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 58Is Zac Gallen OK?
On today's episode, Derek and Jesse take a look at Zac Gallen's numbers this season since returning from injury. They also discuss if certain current core players should be expected to be a part of this team's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 57The Baby Backs
On this episode, Derek and "Thunderstick" Friedman recap Arizona's first road series win since April and how the younger players playing paid dividends for the D-backs, who continue to have a role as playoff spoiler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 56Where Do We Go From Here?
Derek and Jesse discuss Seth Beer being called up, how he will fit in with this team, and who the D-backs should consider their core for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 55Torey Lovullo's Series of Unfortunate Events
In their first episode, Derek and Jesse discuss the D-backs catastrophic season so far and whether or not we will see Torey Lovullo return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 38Ep. 38: Torey Lovullo's future, who plays CF in 2022, possible September call-ups, & more
In this final episode of The Rattle Podcast, we discuss the possibility of Torey Lovullo sticking around past this year, the organization's future in CF, and why an exciting September call-up or two may still be around the corner. We also answer a ton of questions and reflect on The Rattle's five-year journey as a premier Diamondbacks podcast. We can't thank you enough for your support over the years. STAY SUBSCRIBED -- an exciting announcement is on the way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 37Ep. 37: Tyler Gilbert did what?
In the wake of the most fun weekend of D-backs baseball all year, we delve into Tyler Gilbert's historic night, the recent rise of Daulton Varsho and Josh VanMeter, Zac Gallen's struggles, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 36Ep. 36: MadBum's bizarre D-backs career, trade deadline thoughts, & our favorite D-backs teams of all time
We discuss Madison Bumgarner's enormous highs and lows, why the D-backs didn't do more at the trade deadline, and our favorite D-backs rosters in franchise history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 35Ep. 35: Varsho surging, Lawlar unsigned, & trade deadline chatter (Live from Ron Tonkin Field!)
Live from Ron Tonkin Field (home of the Hillsboro Hops), we discuss Daulton Varsho's recent surge, how concerned we are that Jordan Lawlar hasn't signed, and a breakdown of our top trade candidates heading into the deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 34Ep. 34: Hottest Team in the National League!
We discuss the D-backs' four-game winning streak, a few trade deadline thoughts, whether Ketel Marte needs to move back to second base and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 33Ep. 33: Analyzing the D-backs' Draft with Keanan Lamb
Baseball Prospectus draft guru Keanan Lamb returns to the show to recap what the D-backs got in the 2021 First-Year Player Draft. We also answer some listener questions, including why the team passed on renowned pitcher Kumar Rocker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 32Ep. 32: All-Star Escobar, Mid-Season D-backs MVP Picks, and Bold Predictions for the Second Half
We discuss Eduardo Escobar's first selection to the MLB All-Star game, our mid-season MVP picks for the team, a couple of bold second half predictions, and what to expect from recent call-up Stuart Fairchild. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 31Ep. 31: Recapping a Miserable June + Keanan Lamb talks D-backs draft strategy
Jesse and Jeff discuss the Tim Locastro trade, the team's lack of depth that continues to haunt them, and briefly discuss the team's approach at the trade deadline. Then Baseball Prospectus MLB draft guru Keanan Lamb joins the show to break down a few possible strategies for the D-backs in the upcoming draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ep 30Ep. 30: How did the D-backs get here anyway?
Are the D-backs' struggles more the product of bad decision-making or tough luck? Jeff and Jesse delve deep into the trenches of the past decisions that have led to the D-backs having the worst record in the National League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 45Ep. 29: The Curse of May, Pavin Smith the All-Star (?), First-Year Player Draft Projections, & More
Jesse and Jeff discuss the D-backs' abysmal performance in May, the rise of Pavin Smith, and the franchise's long-term plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 44Ep. 28: An Unprecedented April Surge
We discuss the details surrounding the D-backs' surprising 15-13 start to the season. Is Carson Kelly's breakout for real? Is Madison Bumgarner "back?" With Torey Lovullo notching his 300th career win with the D-backs, how do we view his tenure in the desert? We talked these questions and many more. (Jesse mistakenly called this episode Episode 27 in the intro -- he meant Episode 28.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 43Ep. 27: Week Two Reflections
We discuss Bumgarner's bounce-back outing, a surprisingly stable bullpen, and which early season breakouts we're buying into. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.