Baseball is back! ...But the mood was dampened a bit because left-handed reliever Andrew Saalfrank recently underwent season-ending shoulder surgery. Who will replace Saalfrank on the roster? And how will the D-backs approach the closer role?

Meanwhile, we get injury updates on a range of other players, including Corbin Burnes, Justin Martinez, AJ Puk and Tyler Locklear. Could Puk be back before the All-Star break?

Finally, the D-backs made the Carlos Santana signing official. General manager Mike Hazen spoke with the media about what he liked about Santana, how much Santana will play and more. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on a spring training edition of Snakes Territory!

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On Thursday afternoon, the Diamondbacks traded utility man Blaze Alexander to the Baltimore Orioles for an intriguing young reliever in right-hander Kade Strowd and a pair of prospects. How has Strowd looked in his young major-league career, and what is there to like about prospects Wellington Aracena and Jose Meija?

On the flip-side, how are the Diamondbacks going to manage without Alexander in the infield? What does this mean for Jordan Lawlar, Tim Tawa, Ildemaro Vargas and others? Will the D-backs need to backfill externally?

Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers break down all angles of the deal in the latest episode of Snakes Territory.

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After months of conversations about a Paul Goldschmidt reunion, the Diamondbacks instead signed Carlos Santana to a one-year deal on Tuesday. What type of player was Santana in 2025, and does he have anything left in the tank as he enters his age-40 season? Would the D-backs be better off leaning on their young players?

Meanwhile, Zac Gallen spoke publicly about a possible reunion with the Diamondbacks. Could that be the team's next move? What about the bullpen?

Finally, we take a look at Fangraphs' projected standings and set the record straight about a new Ketel Marte trade rumor. Join Jesse Friedman and special guest Alex D'Agostino on Snakes Territory.

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When speaking with the media at the Diamondbacks' charity golf event, President & CEO Derrick Hall said the team still has moves to make this offseason. Hall talked about which positions the team is targeting, and how ownership could get creative to make a 'splash' in the final weeks of the offseason.

Meanwhile, the team also released its 2026 Spring Training roster on Friday. We discuss which top prospects made the list of non-roster invitees and dive in to the team's recent signing of reliever Derek Law.

Finally, did "The Shredder" sell Geraldo Perdomo short by ranking him as the No. 6 shortstop in baseball? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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According to multiple reports, the Diamondbacks have interest in bring back right-hander Zac Gallen. How much would it take to bring Gallen back, and can the D-backs actually afford it? Would it make sense if they could?

Meanwhile, general manager Mike Hazen spoke publicly about why he hasn’t acquired a high-leverage reliever this offseason. Does the reasoning check out?

Finally, we discuss Nolan Arenado’s willingness to play first base and the D-backs’ reps in the latest top 100 prospect rankings. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory!

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With spring training now just a few weeks away, the Diamondbacks are still looking to add, according to a new report from Arizona Sports' John Gambadoro. Gambo mentions the D-backs pursuing a reliever via trade as well as a free agent first baseman.

If the D-backs were to trade for a reliever, who from the major league roster could be dealt? And why were the D-backs not suitors for starting pitchers Freddy Peralta or MacKenzie Gore?

We also make our first Opening Day roster projection and take a look at MLB's top 100 players list. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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The Diamondbacks continue to be linked to veteran first baseman Paul Goldschmidt, but is there a hangup with a possible reunion? We discuss the pros and cons of Goldy returning to the desert.

Speaking of reunions, we react to the the D-backs' one-year deal with right-hander Taylor Clarke. Clarke had an impressive 2025 season with the Royals and we explain why he could be a steal for the D-backs.

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Dodgers signed superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker, sparking a league-wide debate over MLB's competitive balance challenges. Does MLB need a salary cap? Plus, we take a look at how Zac Gallen's market has yet to take shape. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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A former NL West foe is joining the Diamondbacks. The D-backs acquired third baseman Nolan Arenado and cash considerations from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for pitching prospect Jack Martinez. What should we expect from Arenado at this stage in his career? What do the D-backs hope to get from him and how will this affect Jordan Lawlar and Blaze Alexander?

We also discuss the D-backs signing right-handed pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga to a minor-league deal. Could Loaisiga ascend to D-backs closer? What type of move should we expect to see the D-backs make next?

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