The Ain't No Fang Podcast

<p><span data-teams="true">What are some of the positive and negative first-week trends from the Arizona Diamondbacks to start the season? Alex Weiner and Dave Burns talk Michael Soroka's immaculate inning, the starting rotation's mostly promising start, Corbin Carroll and the bullpen's inconsistencies. </span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">Opening Day is here, and the Arizona Diamondbacks begin with a difficult early-season schedule. So, what will it take for the D-backs to compete in the National League? Alex Weiner and Dave Burns go through it and make season predictions. </span></p>

<p class="p1">The Arizona Diamondbacks will celebrate the 25th anniversary of their 2001 World Series win this season. D-backs Hall of Famer Luis Gonzalez talks to Alex Weiner about the camaraderie the 2001 team still has and previews the upcoming season. </p>

<p><span data-teams="true">The Arizona Diamondbacks have made moves to compete for a postseason spot this year, but the National League looks deep with good but flawed clubs. Where do the D-backs fit in? Alex Weiner and Dave Burns go through the NL to preview a likely competitive postseason race this year.</span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">To cap a busy week of Arizona Diamondbacks news, Alex Weiner and Dave Burns choose their most noteworthy storylines from Corbin Carroll’s return, Merrill Kelly’s outlook and Jordan Lawlar’s spring. They then talk World Baseball Classic before building the Diamondbacks’ Opening Day lineup.</span></p>

<p>What is the state of the Arizona Diamondbacks pipeline, and who are the top prospects to watch this season? Diamondbacks director of player development Chris Slivka joins Alex Weiner to break down Ryan Waldschmidt, Jose Fernandez and sleepers entering 2026.</p>

<p><span data-teams="true">Alex Weiner and Dave Burns sort through the latest updates around Corbin Carroll and Merrill Kelly before breaking down the hottest Arizona Diamondbacks hitters of spring training so far. Finally, they review their favorites for the World Baseball Classic.</span></p>

<p>Arizona Sports Diamondbacks beat reporter Alex Weiner caught up with skipper Torey Lovullo at Salt River Fields to talk about Lovullo's 10th season on the job, lessons learned over the years and if there is any more pressure this season. </p>

<p><span data-teams="true">This is a big spring training for Arizona Diamondbacks’ Jordan Lawlar, Pavin Smith and Brandon Pfaadt, among others. Alex Weiner and Dave Burns go through the D-backs who need to have a standout camp one weekend into the Cactus League slate.</span></p>

<p>Zac Gallen re-upped with the Arizona Diamondbacks to kick off the three-day weekend. With Gallen and Merrill Kelly back in Arizona, Alex Weiner and Dave Burns (who called it that Gallen would sign on Friday) react to the latest news and evaluate the starting rotation and bullpen. </p>

<p>Corbin Carroll broke his hamate bone as spring training got underway. How concerning is this and what does it mean for the Diamondbacks’ outfield? That and more spring training storylines. Dave Burns joins Alex Weiner in their first show as Ain’t No Fang cohosts.</p>

<p><span data-teams="true">The Arizona Diamondbacks continued to tweak the roster by trading Blaze Alexander for reliever Kade Strowd and two prospects. Where does that leave the lineup and the bullpen as spring training nears? </span></p>

<p>The Arizona Diamondbacks are signing veteran first baseman Carlos Santana to a one-year deal. How does he fit, and what are the strengths and weaknesses of his game as he approaches 40 years old? A quick reaction podcast to the latest Diamondbacks addition. </p>

<p><span data-teams="true">The Arizona Diamondbacks traded for 8-time All-Star Nolan Arenado. How does he fit and what does this mean for the lineup in 2026? Alex Weiner and guest Steve Zinsmeister from Diamondbacks Radio break down the latest news. Plus, reactions to the Jonathan Loaisiga signing and Jake McCarthy trade. </span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">The Arizona Diamondbacks will hold onto star second baseman Ketel Marte, ending a months-long saga of trade rumors. Kellan Olson joins the show to react to the news, break down what it means for the rest of the offseason and how being in trade rumors could impact Marte. </span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">The first 25 years of the 21st century are coming to a close, so Alex Weiner and Arizona Diamondbacks pre/postgame radio host Steve Zinsmeister lay out their All-21st Century teams for the D-backs. These are not the all-time Diamondbacks teams, as the 21st century timeframe eliminates some big early seasons, leading to tougher decisions. Matt Williams or Eugenio Suarez? Steve Finley or Justin Upton? Merrill Kelly or Zack Greinke? </span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">USA Today's Bob Nightengale first reported that the Arizona Diamondbacks were kicking the tires on free agent All-Star Alex Bregman, so we ask him how serious this can get. </span></p>

<p>New Arizona Diamondbacks assistant general manager Jeremy Bleich joined the show to break down his pitching philosophies as the club looks to improve its development. Then, Alex Weiner reacts live to the news that Arizona is "kicking the tires" on an Alex Bregman addition. </p>

<p><span data-teams="true">What does Michael Soroka add to the Arizona Diamondbacks' pitching staff? Reacting to the latest news from the D-backs at the winter meetings. </span></p>

<p>The winter meetings are coming up, and the Arizona Diamondbacks have a lot to get done this offseason. Can they add starting pitching without trading Ketel Marte? How does the draft impact that ability? </p> <p> </p>

<p><span data-teams="true">Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star Corbin Carroll joins the show to talk about playing in the World Baseball Classic, what he’s up to this offseason and what he wants to see from the D-backs in spring.</span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">On a day full of Arizona Diamondbacks news, Corbin Carroll officially joined Team USA for the World Baseball Classic and Geraldo Perdomo finished fourth in the MVP race. </span></p>

<div class="flex_division"> <div class="flex_internal"> <p class="description">Are the Diamondbacks fielding calls for Ketel Marte? USA Today's Bob Nightengale joins Alex Weiner to break down Marte's future, what the Diamondbacks need this offseason and the biggest storylines from the GM meetings in Las Vegas. </p> </div> </div>

<p>Diamondbacks reporter Alex Weiner and team radio host Steve Zinsmeister evaluate what Jordan Lawlar trying out center field could solve for the D-backs moving forward. Plus, can Corbin Carroll win the Gold Glove? What is the team’s biggest need this offseason? That and more as Ain’t No Fang returns.</p>

<p><span data-teams="true">The Arizona Diamondbacks wrapped up their season, and between interviews and the decision to retain manager Torey Lovullo, there have been plenty of headlines to break down the days that followed. </span></p>

<p>The Arizona Diamondbacks will not make the playoffs in 2025. Alex Weiner reacts to their loss to the San Diego Padres and breaks down what comes next for a team that failed to live up to lofty expectations. </p>

<p>Preview of the Arizona Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers series, along with updates in the race for the third NL Wild Card spot with one week of games to play. </p>

<p>The Diamondbacks near the final week of games with an outside shot at the postseason. Arizona Sports reporter Alex Weiner and D-backs radio host Steve Zinsmeister go over what has to happen for the team to clinch. Then, they build a pyramind that lays out the reasons for how Arizona climbed back into contention. </p>

<p><span data-teams="true">Jesse Borek from MLB Pipeline joins Alex Weiner to talk Arizona Fall League rosters, including Drey Jameson. But first, Alex goes over the National League Wild Card standings and how far back the Diamondbacks are.</span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">The Arizona Diamondbacks have 21 games left, so host Alex Weiner and guest Jack Sommers from SI break down the top storylines to watch down the stretch of the MLB regular season. </span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">Arizona Diamondbacks prospect Tommy Troy joins the show to update us on how the adjustment to Triple-A has gone, what it’s like playing center field for the first time and what he’s learned as he works his way closer to the big leagues.</span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">Alex Weiner and guest Kellan Olson run down the list of Diamondbacks players we will learn more about over the final six weeks of the regular season and how they play into the plans for 2026.</span></p>

<p>Arizona Diamondbacks reporter Alex Weiner talks with Seattle Mariners insider from Seattle Sports Shannon Drayer about Eugenio Suarez's return to Seattle and what the D-backs got back from the Mariners at the deadline.</p>

<p><span class="ui-provider vx vy jj vz wa wb wc wd we wf wg wh wi wj wk wl wm wn wo wp wq wr ws wt wu wv ww wx wy wz xa xb xc xd xe" dir="ltr">The trade deadline is on Thursday, and USA Today's MLB insider Bob Nightengale joins the show to break down what the Diamondbacks could do, buzz in the National League and what to expect in the final two months. </span></p>

<p><span class="ui-provider vi vj gl vk vl vm vn vo vp vq vr vs vt vu vv vw vx vy vz wa wb wc wd we wf wg wh wi wj wk wl wm wn wo wp" dir="ltr">The Diamondbacks played three great games to sweep the Cardinals out of the All-Star break. D-backs reporter Alex Weiner and pre/postgame show host Steve Zinsmeister break down the weekend series, the first 100 games, Eugenio Suarez's hot streak and look ahead to an important week before the trade deadline. </span></p>

<p>Arizona Diamondbacks standouts Eugenio Suarez and Corbin Carroll will join Ketel Marte at the MLB All-Star Game. The team, however, struggled during its 10-game homestand, setting up a critical road trip before the break. Quick reactions to an eventful Sunday at Chase Field. </p>

<p><span class="ui-provider tc td jy te tf tg th ti tj tk tl tm tn to tp tq tr ts tt tu tv tw tx ty tz ua ub uc ud ue uf ug uh ui uj" dir="ltr">The Diamondbacks are back from a nine-game road trip that brought on unrelenting adversity. Todd Walsh joins the show to break down where the team stands, Jake McCarthy's return and what's going on with Zac Gallen.</span></p>

<p><span class="ui-provider oj ok gm ol om on oo op oq or os ot ou ov ow ox oy oz pa pb pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj pk pl pm pn po pp pq" dir="ltr">The Diamondbacks take on the San Diego Padres for the first time this year, so let’s do a little research on how Arizona's NL West rival is playing. Plus, Apple TV+ reporter Tricia Whitaker joins the show to preview the series.</span></p>

<p><span data-teams="true">The Arizona Diamondbacks stormed back for a six-run comeback in the ninth inning against the Braves, sweeping the series in Atlanta. Alex Weiner and Ali Nerini react to a crazy series.  </span></p>

<p><span data-offset-key="cbt7s-0-0"><span data-text="true">The Arizona Diamondbacks placed ace pitcher Corbin Burnes on the injured list with right elbow inflammation. Whether he misses two weeks, two months or longer, his injury puts a spotlight on the rest of the rotation to provide stability. Alex Weiner and Ali Nerini chat about that</span></span><span data-offset-key="cbt7s-0-1"><span data-text="true"> dynamic.</span></span></p>

<p>The Arizona Diamondbacks are 50 games into their highly-anticipated season, which has had its ups and downs so far. Arizona Sports reporter Alex Weiner and Diamondbacks pre/postgame show host Steve Zinsmeister break down the first 50 games.</p>

<p>Alex Weiner is joined by top Arizona Diamondbacks prospect Jordan Lawlar to discuss winning PCL Player of the Week, how his season has started in Reno and his experiences in the Dominican Winter League. </p>

<p>Zac Gallen threw a gem, the Diamondbacks won a series at Citi Field for the first time in years and Justin Martinez landed on the injured list. D-backs reporter Alex Weiner recaps an eventful series against the Mets. Then, Ali Nerini joins the show to break down April moments that stand out.</p>

<p><span class="ui-provider ol om jj on oo op oq or os ot ou ov ow ox oy oz pa pb pc pd pe pf pg ph pi pj pk pl pm pn po pp pq pr ps" dir="ltr">Eduardo Rodriguez struck out nine hitters, while the Diamondbacks stole six bases in their 6-4 series-sweeping victory over the Miami Marlins on Thursday. The team now heads to Chicago on a five-game winning streak. D-backs reporter Alex Weiner and Ain't No Fang co-host Ali Nerini recap the series.</span></p>