Former Diamondbacks first baseman signed back with the Seattle Mariners for a reported five years and $92.5 million. Given Naylor's power regression, did the Mariners pay too much? We also reflect on Naylor's short but memorable Diamondbacks career. Meanwhile, we ponder a larger D-backs offseason question: Should they consider a quick rebuild? We discuss what that would look like and why it might serve the D-backs well even if it's unlikely. Finally, we react to an under-the-radar D-backs roster move and Corbin Carroll joining Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.Get 15% off The Perfect Jean with the code FOUL15 at theperfectjean.nyc/FOUL15 #theperfectjeanpod
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Mailbag: Could D-backs Acquire A Top Position Player This Offseason?
It's no secret that the Diamondbacks will focus on pitching this offseason, but could they also land a top position player? In this mailbag episode, we discuss the possibility of the D-backs signing Pete Alonso — a proposal made by ESPN's Jeff Passan. We also discuss what a D-backs package for Tarik Skubal might look like, as well as whether it would be worthwhile to trade Ketel Marte for two years of a controllable starter. Other mailbag topics include which top prospects could debut in 2026, Rule 5 draft decisions and more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on this mailbag edition of Snakes Territory.Get Huel for 15% off for New Customers only with code FOUL at Huel.com/FOUL (Minimum $75 purchase)
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Do D-backs Have the Resources to Build a Contender in 2026?
With several key players hitting free agency and the Diamondbacks widely expected to cut payroll, can the club really field a contender in 2026? We discuss whether Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen is boxed in before the offseason even begins.We also dive into all the D-backs reporting from the GM Meetings, including the latest on a potential Ketel Marte trade and why one of Jake McCarthy or Alek Thomas is likely to be moved. Plus, the voting for NL MVP was announced. Where did Geraldo Perdomo finish? Should he have done better?And finally, what should fans expect from right-hander Corbin Burnes after he returns from Tommy John surgery next year? We discuss what history has to stay. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.Check out square.com/go/FOUL and go support your favorite neighborhood spot to see what Square has been up to in your neck of the woods.
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D-backs Give Zac Gallen Qualifying Offer As MLB Free Agency Begins
To the surprise of no one, the Diamondbacks extended a one-year, $22.05 million qualifying offer to Zac Gallen that Gallen is widely expected to reject. Could that somehow change? Is it possible that Scott Boras will overplay his hand and Gallen will wind up back with the D-backs? In other news, the D-backs made several notable roster moves, including cutting both Ildemaro Vargas and John Curtiss. What went into those decisions and what do they tell us about the team's offseason plan? We also discuss three D-backs taking home Silver Slugger Awards and the Colorado Rockies' fascinating decision to have Paul DePodesta run baseball operations. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.Get Huel for 15% off for New Customers only with code FOUL at Huel.com/FOUL (Minimum $75 purchase)
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Does MLB Need A Salary Cap After Another Dodgers World Series Win?
The Dodgers won the World Series again; is it time for Major League Baseball to implement a salary cap once and for all? We discuss whether the Dodgers are ruining baseball and why implementing a cap might be much more complicated than most realize. Meanwhile, Geraldo Perdomo was not named an NL MVP finalist and Corbin Carroll lost out on the NL Gold Glove Award in right field. Were either of them overlooked? We also discuss the latest on Lourdes Gurriel's contract heading into 2026. Finally, we introduce a new "stat corner" segment in which we discuss the importance of context in baseball statistics. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers for another edition of Snakes Territory.Head to Superpower.com and use code TAKE20 at checkout for $20 off your membership. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod
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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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