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Jack Sommers

Jack Sommers

Joined: Oct 7, 2022

Jack Sommers is the Publisher and credentialed beat writer for Arizona Diamondbacks ON SI. He's also the co-host of the Snakes Territory Podcast and Youtube channel. Formerly a baseball operations department analyst for the D-backs, Jack also covered the team for MLB.com, The Associated Press, and SB Nation. Follow Jack on Twitter @shoewizard59

Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly (29) pitches against the San Diego Padres at Chase Field.
Arizona Diamondbacks Game Day

Merrill Kelly Labors in D-backs Loss to Padres

With a chance to sweep the Padres, the offense was flat and the pitching was not on point in the series finale.

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May 5, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Tommy Henry against the New York Mets at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Another D-backs Pitcher Getting Second Opinions on Elbow MRI

Tommy Henry, who has split time between AAA and MLB the last two seasons, is on the minor league injured list with an elbow injury

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Jun 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; A general view as the Arizona Diamondbacks team celebrates a ninth inning come back to beat the San Diego Padres 8-7 at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images
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Diamondbacks Score Five in Ninth Inning to Walk Off the Padres

Geraldo Perdomo was the hero for the D-backs in the ninth inning, hitting a game-tying triple and scoring the winning run one batter later.

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Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Christian Montes De Oca (80) during spring training workouts at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale on Feb. 15, 2024.
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D-backs Reliever to Have Surprise Back Surgery, Miss Rest of Season

Christian Montes De Oca is having surgery, but not on his elbow.

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Jun 13, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Ryne Nelson in the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks Game Day

D-backs' Timely Hitting and Defense Back Nelson in Win Over Padres

A game that started slowly for Arizona ended crisply

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Apr 4, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher A.J. Puk (33) looks on during the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images
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A.J. Puk's Throwing Program Shut Down, to Seek Surgeon's Opinion

Just hours after confirming Justin Martinez would need surgery, Torey Lovullo delivered more bad news about A.J. Puk

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Jun 4, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Justin Martinez (63) celebrates after a victory over the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Diamondbacks Lose Closer for Over a Year According to Manager

In another devastating blow to an already banged up pitching staff, Justin Martinez will now miss the next 12 plus calendar months

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Apr 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Blaze Alexander against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

D-backs Minor League Infielder has Career Night for Triple-A Reno

Blaze Alexander went off for the Aces, keying a victory.

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Jul 7, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Ryne Nelson (19) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images
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Can Diamondbacks' Ryne Nelson Bounce Back Against the Padres?

Coming off a subpar outing in his last start, what can the D-backs expect from their right-hander in this game?

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Aug 15, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (left) and San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) talk in the third inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

D-backs and Padres Set for Huge Weekend Clash at Chase Field

The Diamondbacks are chasing the Padres in the NL Wild Card and need a series win to stay close

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Jun 11, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Shelby Miller (18) throws in the ninth inning against the Seattle Mariners at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images
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Shelby Miller is Stepping Up for the Diamondbacks

Pressed into high leverage, closing duties due to injuries, the veteran right-hander has more than answered the call

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Oct 28, 2023; Arlington, TX, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Andrew Saalfrank (57) pitches in the ninth inning against the Texas Rangers in game two of the 2023 World Series at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Suspended for Gambling, D-backs Pitcher on Road to Redemption

Torey Lovullo discussed Andrew Saalfrank's road back to competition following a one year suspension for gambling on baseball.

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