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Michael McDermott

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

Apr 24, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (52) receives a new ball after giving up a one run single to St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (not pictured) during the sixth inning at Busch Stadium.

Jordan Montgomery Back on the Mound Again vs. the Dodgers

One night after being scratched due to a bee delay, the veteran left-hander will face the Dodgers.

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Apr 21, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Slade Cecconi (43) throws against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Oracle Park.

Five D-backs Prospects Who Improved Their Standing in April

Five prospects in the Diamondbacks farm system that have gotten off to strong starts to open the 2024 season.

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Apr 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a two run walk off home run in the tenth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chase Field.

D-backs Overcome Mistakes in Walk-Off Win Against the Dodgers

Christian Walker's two-run home run in the bottom of the 10th gave the Diamondbacks a much-needed win against their National League West rival.

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Apr 24, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery (52) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Busch Stadium.

Jordan Montgomery to be Tested by Dodgers Deep Lineup

Montgomery has gotten off to a strong start with the Diamondbacks, but he'll face a much tougher challenge against the Dodgers' star-studded lineup.

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Brandon Hughes during photo day at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on Feb. 21, 2024.

Diamondbacks Add Bullpen Depth With Series of Roster Moves

The Diamondbacks have selected Brandon Hughes from Triple-A Reno, optioned Tommy Henry to Reno, and transferred Kyle Nelson to the 60-day injured list.

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Apr 29, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Tommy Henry (47) pitches against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Chase Field.

D-backs Pitchers Fail to Execute in Loss to Dodgers

Diamondbacks pitchers didn't record a single strikeout and walked eight Dodgers.

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Sod Poodles third baseman Deyvison De Los Santos attempts to tag Hooks' Zach Dezenzo out during a homestand against the Sod Poodles at Whataburger Field on Thursday, June 22, 2023.

Three Diamondbacks Minor Leaguers Receive Player of the Week Honors

Deyvison De Los Santos and Andrew Pintar were named their league's Player of the Week, Dylan File Texas League Pitcher of the Week.

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Amarillo Sod Poodles Deyvison De Los Santos (13) watches a pitch from the batter's circle in a Texas League Championship game against the Arkansas Travelers, Wednesday night, September 27, 2023, at Hodgetown, in Amarillo, Texas. The Amarillo Sod Poodles won 9-1.

Deyvison De Los Santos's Big Day Carries Amarillo

De Los Santos homered twice and drove in six runs in an extra-inning win over Frisco.

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Visalia Rawhide's Druw Jones bats Tuesday, April 11, 2023 against the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes.

Druw Jones Has Quickly Improved Results at the Plate

The Diamondbacks top outfield prospect has gone on a recent surge at the plate after struggling out of the gate with Low-A Visalia.

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Apr 27, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Slade Cecconi (43) pitches to the Seattle Mariners during the first inning at T-Mobile Park.

D-backs Waste Cecconi's Terrific Start in Loss to Mariners

Slade Cecconi and George Kirby engaged in a terrific pitchers' duel, but the D-backs could not capitalize on their rare scoring chances.

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Yu-Min Lin during photo day at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on Feb. 21, 2024.

Injuries Mount for the Diamondbacks Farm System

Top prospects Tommy Troy and Yu-Min Lin suffered injuries that will keep them out for quite a while.

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Apr 8, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen (23) pitches in the second inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field.

Diamondbacks Look to Start Mariners Series on Strong Note

The Diamondbacks will send their ace, Zac Gallen, to the mound in the opening game against the Seattle Mariners.

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