Michael McDermott
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Michael McDermott

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

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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

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

Dodgers’ Latest Marquee Signing Makes Diamondbacks’ 2026 Path Tougher

Dodgers’ Latest Marquee Signing Makes Diamondbacks’ 2026 Path Tougher

Arizona Radio Host Pushes Back on Red Sox Reviving Ketel Marte Talks

Arizona Radio Host Pushes Back on Red Sox Reviving Ketel Marte Talks

Dante Moore’s Oregon Decision Forces the Cardinals to Rethink Their 2026 Draft Priorities

Dante Moore’s Oregon Decision Forces the Cardinals to Rethink Their 2026 Draft Priorities

Red Sox Strengthen Rotation, Sign Proven Postseason Starter Ranger Suarez

Red Sox Strengthen Rotation, Sign Proven Postseason Starter Ranger Suarez

Diamondbacks GM Discusses Nolan Arenado Trade, Infield Situation

Diamondbacks GM Discusses Nolan Arenado Trade, Infield Situation

Diamondbacks Take Low-Risk Flier on Former Yankees Flamethrower

Diamondbacks Take Low-Risk Flier on Former Yankees Flamethrower

How the Nolan Arenado Trade Changes the Diamondbacks’ Infield Picture

How the Nolan Arenado Trade Changes the Diamondbacks’ Infield Picture

Former Cardinals Head Coach Gaining Interest from Multiple NFL Teams

Former Cardinals Head Coach Gaining Interest from Multiple NFL Teams

Alex Bregman’s Departure Opens Door for Former Red Sox Top Prospect

Alex Bregman’s Departure Opens Door for Former Red Sox Top Prospect

Diamondbacks Lose Another Bullpen Target as Pierce Johnson Heads to Reds

Diamondbacks Lose Another Bullpen Target as Pierce Johnson Heads to Reds

Bregman Deal Could Lead to Cubs Trading Franchise Stalwart

Bregman Deal Could Lead to Cubs Trading Franchise Stalwart

Diamondbacks’ Pursuit of Alex Bregman Likely Over After Latest Ketel Marte News

Diamondbacks’ Pursuit of Alex Bregman Likely Over After Latest Ketel Marte News

Report: Ketel Marte is Staying in Arizona After Trade Rumors

Report: Ketel Marte is Staying in Arizona After Trade Rumors

Diamondbacks Avoid Salary Arbitration With All Eight Players for 2026

Diamondbacks Avoid Salary Arbitration With All Eight Players for 2026

Cardinals Hall of Fame Quarterback Opines on Head Coach Search

Cardinals Hall of Fame Quarterback Opines on Head Coach Search

Diamondbacks Add Former Twins Reliever on Minor League Deal

Diamondbacks Add Former Twins Reliever on Minor League Deal

Ty Simpson’s NFL Decision Just Shook Up the Cardinals’ QB Plans

Ty Simpson’s NFL Decision Just Shook Up the Cardinals’ QB Plans

Cardinals Urged to Pursue John Harbaugh After Stunning Ravens Firing

Cardinals Urged to Pursue John Harbaugh After Stunning Ravens Firing