D-backs Under Review Podcast

Merrill Kelly's latest contract could allow him to retire as a Diamondback after 10 seasons in Arizona. Michael McDermott breaks down how that can happen, if a deal kills Ketel Marte trade speculation, what's left to do in the offseason, and under-the-radar players to watch on the latest D-backs Under Review Podcast episode.

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

0:27 - Merrill Kelly Contract Details

7:36 - Likelihood of a Ketel Marte Deal?

14:11 - Remaining Offseason Needs

18:05 - Under the Radar Relievers

25:48 - Outro

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Merrill Kelly is back in Arizona, as the D-backs signed the 37-year-old to a two-year deal stabilize their 2026 rotation. Michael McDermott takes a deep dive into the D-backs’ starting rotation depth, from top to bottom. Hear his thoughts about their projected Opening Day rotation, Triple-A depth, and top pitching prospects to bring a full organizational overview.

Useful Timestamps

0:00 - Intro

1:00 - Merrill Kelly Returns

7:03 - Michael Soroka Signing Official

12:02 - D-backs’ 2026 Rotation Situation

26:06 - D-backs’ Top Pitching Prospects

35:51 - Outro

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The 2025 Winter Meetings are officially over. The Arizona Diamondbacks made one move, signing RHP Michael Soroka to a one-year deal. The rest of the Winter Meetings was dominated by Ketel Marte trade rumors, as teams tried to pry the All-Star 2B from Arizona.

Michael McDermott from D-backs Under Review recapped the Winter Meetings, including some of the latest reports on Marte, Pierce Johnson, and the Rule 5 Draft.

Time Stamps

0:00 - Introduction and CTAs

0:36 - 2025 D-backs Winter Meetings Recap

6:28 - Addressing the Latest Ketel Marte Rumors

21:37 - D-backs’ Interest in Pierce Johnson

29:04 - Rule 5 Draft Results

34:28 - Outro and CTAs

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Michael McDermott launches the D-backs Under Review podcast! With baseball now in the Winter Meetings, expect some big moves to follow. Michael discusses the following topics (timestamps included).

* Michael Soroka signing (1:28)

* Ketel Marte rumors and the D-backs’ willingness to listen (11:21)

* The possibility of Pete Fairbanks being the D-backs’ next closer (22:06)

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