Michael McDermott

Joined: Aug 31, 2022

Michael McDermott is a writer for Arizona Diamondbacks On SI. Over the past 10 years, he's published thousands of articles on the Diamondbacks for SB Nation's AZ Snake Pit, Arizona Diamondbacks on SI, Burn City Sports, and FanSided's Venom Strikes. Most of his work includes game coverage, prospect coverage in the Arizona Fall League, and doing deep analytical dives on player performances. You can follow him on Twitter @MichaelMcDMLB

Jun 5, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Blaze Alexander (9) hits a single against the San Francisco Giants in the fourth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

Jun 21, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Shelby Miller (18) delivers a pitch in the ninth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

Jun 20, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez (28) hits a two run home run in the sixth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks Game Day

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

Arizona Diamondbacks News

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo talks to catcher Gabriel Moreno (14) during their game against the Seattle Mariners at Chase Field in Phoenix, on June 10, 2025.

Arizona Diamondbacks News

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo revealed the nature of starting catcher Gabriel Moreno's injured right hand on his weekly appearance on Burns & Gambo.

May 28, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Jordan Lawlar against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

Jordan Lawlar set a personal best in exit velocity, ripping a 113.3 MPH line drive for a double in the Aces' loss to El Paso.

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

Arizona Diamondbacks Game Day

After two very discouraging losses to start the series, the Diamondbacks will send Ryne Nelson to the mound to salvage the series finale.

Jun 11, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates closing pitcher David Bednar throws to the Miami Marlins at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images

With Justin Martinez and A.J. Puk sidelined for the foreseeable future, the Diamondbacks can improve their chances the next two seasons by acquiring Bednar.

Jun 8, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers (11) reacts after hitting a solo home run against the New York Yankees during the ninth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

The Giants traded for one of the best left-handed sluggers in the game, which will make the Diamondbacks' tough 2025 season even tougher.

Feb 19, 2025; Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder A.J. Vukovich (85) poses for a portrait for MLB Media Day at Salt River Fields. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

A.J. Vukovich blasted a two-run home run in the Aces' blowout loss to Suger Land on Sunday.

Jun 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Geraldo Perdomo (2) celebrates with outfielder Corbin Carroll (7) and outfielder Alek Thomas (5) after scoring the winning run in the ninth inning against the San Diego Padres at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

With their series win against the Padres, the Diamondbacks have won eight of their last 12 games.

Jul 4, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Anthony DeSclafani (26) pitches against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks News

Anthony DeSclafani will join the Diamondbacks' bullpen and could pitch as the long reliever.

Jun 3, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno (14) hits a single against the Atlanta Braves in the ninth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Diamondbacks starting catcher Gabriel Moreno is showing signs of an offensive breakout the last six weeks, raising him into a perennial All-Star candidate.

Jun 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly (29) throws against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks Game Day

The Diamondbacks will send their best starter out on the mound as they try to complete a three-game sweep of their division rival.

Arizona Diamondbacks Jake McCarthy gets his first hit of the season, a double against the Baltimore Orioles in the fifth inning at Chase Field in Phoenix, on April 9, 2025.

Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

Jake McCarthy collected four hits, including a home run on the first pitch he saw, as the Aces blew out Sugar Land by 13 runs.

May 28, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Pavin Smith against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

While Pavin Smith has been statistically one of the best designated hitters in 2025, two metrics point to a concerning trend on his long-term viability.

Michael McDermott

Joined: Aug 31, 2022

D-backs' Infield Prospect Leads Reno to Blowout Victory

Bullpen Stands Tall: Takeaways from D-backs' Series Win Over Rockies

Eugenio Suárez's Milestone Blasts Power D-backs Over Rockies

D-backs Lose Another Starting Pitcher to Season-Ending Surgery

Arizona Diamondbacks News

Diamondbacks' Starting Catcher to Miss Weeks with Injury

Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

Jordan Lawlar Belts Two More Hits in Reno Slugfest Loss

Arizona Diamondbacks Game Day

Ryne Nelson Starts D-backs' Critical Game Against Blue Jays

Pirates Closer Should be D-backs' Top Deadline Target

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

Rafael Devers Trade Shakes NL West, Makes D-backs Season Tougher

Arizona Diamondbacks Prospects

D-backs Outfield Prospect Connects for 10th Homer for Reno

Arizona Diamondbacks Analysis

Diamondbacks Improve Playoff Odds with Series Win Over Padres

Arizona Diamondbacks News

Anthony DeSclafani to Join D-backs' Beleaguered Bullpen

D-backs Gold Glove Catcher Finally Having His Offensive Breakout

Diamondbacks Task Merrill Kelly with Finishing Sweep of Padres

Jake McCarthy's Monster Night Keys Reno's Rout of Sugar Land

Pavin Smith’s Recent Slump Highlights Concerns About Bat