Michael McDermott
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Michael McDermott

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MLB Coverage, Breaking News, MLB Analysis
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona

Experience

Michael McDermott covers MLB for Heavy Sports. He's previously published content for SB Nation, Sports Illustrated, and FanSided in 11 seasons. Covered the Arizona Diamondbacks as an on-site reporter for Arizona Diamondbacks On SI for the 2022-2024 seasons and the Arizona Fall League for 2022-2025.

Latest Articles From Michael McDermott

Diamondbacks Hint at More Moves Before Spring Training

Diamondbacks Hint at More Moves Before Spring Training

Vikings Shakeup Could Give Cardinals More Leverage in Kyler Murray Talks

Vikings Shakeup Could Give Cardinals More Leverage in Kyler Murray Talks

Diamondbacks’ 2025 Breakout Star Geraldo Perdomo Named No. 6 Shortstop in MLB

Diamondbacks’ 2025 Breakout Star Geraldo Perdomo Named No. 6 Shortstop in MLB

Contract Details Reveal Potential Role for Diamondbacks’ Newest Reliever

Contract Details Reveal Potential Role for Diamondbacks’ Newest Reliever

Arizona Cardinals’ Reputation Casts Shadow Over Klint Kubiak Interview

Arizona Cardinals’ Reputation Casts Shadow Over Klint Kubiak Interview

Cardinals to Interview Seahawks OC Again Before Final HC Decision

Cardinals to Interview Seahawks OC Again Before Final HC Decision

Latest Cardinals, Mike LaFleur Update Sparks Concerns

Latest Cardinals, Mike LaFleur Update Sparks Concerns

This Teenaged Outfielder Could Lead the Diamondbacks’ Farm System in 2027

This Teenaged Outfielder Could Lead the Diamondbacks’ Farm System in 2027

Latest Coaching News Adds Clarity to Cardinals Coaching Search

Latest Coaching News Adds Clarity to Cardinals Coaching Search

Diamondbacks All-Star Named MLB’s Top Second Baseman for 2026

Diamondbacks All-Star Named MLB’s Top Second Baseman for 2026

Another Cardinals Coaching Candidate Lands Head Coach Role

Another Cardinals Coaching Candidate Lands Head Coach Role

Cardinals Bring In Leading Candidate as Coaching Decision Draws Closer

Cardinals Bring In Leading Candidate as Coaching Decision Draws Closer

Fired Cardinals Coach Lands New Job Amid Search for Replacement

Fired Cardinals Coach Lands New Job Amid Search for Replacement

Diamondbacks GM Defends Soft Approach to Bullpen Moves

Diamondbacks GM Defends Soft Approach to Bullpen Moves

Ryan Waldschmidt’s Rise Creates a New Twist in Diamondbacks’ 2026 Outfield Plan

Ryan Waldschmidt’s Rise Creates a New Twist in Diamondbacks’ 2026 Outfield Plan

Collapsing Market Could Push Zac Gallen Back to Diamondbacks

Collapsing Market Could Push Zac Gallen Back to Diamondbacks

The Diamondbacks’ Big Three Earn Major Recognition From MLB Network

The Diamondbacks’ Big Three Earn Major Recognition From MLB Network

Local Radio Host Reveals What’s Still Ahead for the Diamondbacks

Local Radio Host Reveals What’s Still Ahead for the Diamondbacks

Freddy Peralta Trade Creates New Problem for the Diamondbacks

Freddy Peralta Trade Creates New Problem for the Diamondbacks

Worrying Cardinals Trend Amplified by Latest Coaching News

Worrying Cardinals Trend Amplified by Latest Coaching News

Diamondbacks starter Eduardo Rodriguez to Pitch for Venezuela in 2026 World Baseball Classic

Diamondbacks starter Eduardo Rodriguez to Pitch for Venezuela in 2026 World Baseball Classic

Diamondbacks Prospect Ranked Among MLB’s Best 3B Prospects

Diamondbacks Prospect Ranked Among MLB’s Best 3B Prospects

Cardinals Secure Second Interview With 49ers DC Robert Saleh as Coaching Race Narrows

Cardinals Secure Second Interview With 49ers DC Robert Saleh as Coaching Race Narrows

Former Cardinals OC Drew Petzing Finds New Home After Arizona Exit

Former Cardinals OC Drew Petzing Finds New Home After Arizona Exit

MLB Prospect Rankings Suggest that Diamondbacks Future at Second Base Looks Bright

MLB Prospect Rankings Suggest that Diamondbacks Future at Second Base Looks Bright

Taylor Clarke’s Contract Could Be a Major Bargain for the Diamondbacks Bullpen

Taylor Clarke’s Contract Could Be a Major Bargain for the Diamondbacks Bullpen

Dodgers Target Brewers Ace Freddy Peralta to Strengthen Super Rotation

Dodgers Target Brewers Ace Freddy Peralta to Strengthen Super Rotation

Diamondbacks Discussed Potential Ketel Marte Replacement with Cardinals

Diamondbacks Discussed Potential Ketel Marte Replacement with Cardinals

Zac Gallen’s Cold Market Could Hurt the Diamondbacks in the Draft

Zac Gallen’s Cold Market Could Hurt the Diamondbacks in the Draft

Phillies Considered “Overwhelming Favorites” to Sign Blue Jays Star Infielder

Phillies Considered “Overwhelming Favorites” to Sign Blue Jays Star Infielder