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Michael McDermott has written about the Arizona Diamondbacks and their top prospects since the 2015 season. After starting with AZ Snake Pit, he helped launch Arizona Diamondbacks On SI in September 2022. He joined Heavy Sports as an MLB Contributor in December 2025.

Latest Articles From Michael McDermott

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

Diamondbacks Insider Quickly Shuts Down Kyle Tucker to Arizona Rumors

Diamondbacks Insider Quickly Shuts Down Kyle Tucker to Arizona Rumors

Five Early Candidates Emerge in Cardinals’ Head Coach Search

Five Early Candidates Emerge in Cardinals’ Head Coach Search

MLB Insider Believes Freddy Peralta Could Fetch a Bigger Return than Corbin Burnes

MLB Insider Believes Freddy Peralta Could Fetch a Bigger Return than Corbin Burnes

Oddsmakers Not Bullish on Diamondbacks’ Potential 2026 Turnaround

Oddsmakers Not Bullish on Diamondbacks’ Potential 2026 Turnaround

Cardinals’ Top Prospect Named Favorite to Win 2026 NL Rookie of the Year Award

Cardinals’ Top Prospect Named Favorite to Win 2026 NL Rookie of the Year Award

Media Reacts to Cardinals Firing Jonathan Gannon

Media Reacts to Cardinals Firing Jonathan Gannon

Cardinals Owner Michael Bidwill Explains Decision to Fire Jonathan Gannon

Cardinals Owner Michael Bidwill Explains Decision to Fire Jonathan Gannon

Philadelphia Phillies Hire Don Mattingly to Bolster Coaching Staff

Philadelphia Phillies Hire Don Mattingly to Bolster Coaching Staff

Cubs Exploring Cody Bellinger Reunion Amid Need for Impact Bat: Report

Cubs Exploring Cody Bellinger Reunion Amid Need for Impact Bat: Report

Latest Alex Bregman Rumor Increases Likelihood Diamondbacks Keep Ketel Marte

Latest Alex Bregman Rumor Increases Likelihood Diamondbacks Keep Ketel Marte

Phillies Linked to Star Shortstop Bo Bichette in Free Agency: Report

Phillies Linked to Star Shortstop Bo Bichette in Free Agency: Report

Mariners Among Teams Linked to Japanese Infielder Kazuma Okamoto: Report

Mariners Among Teams Linked to Japanese Infielder Kazuma Okamoto: Report

MLB Names David Hagaman the Diamondbacks’ Top Breakout Prospect for 2026

MLB Names David Hagaman the Diamondbacks’ Top Breakout Prospect for 2026

Report: Yankees Made Offer to Outfielder Cody Bellinger

Report: Yankees Made Offer to Outfielder Cody Bellinger

Diamondbacks Gamble on Michael Soroka Looks Better After Giants’ Latest Signing

Diamondbacks Gamble on Michael Soroka Looks Better After Giants’ Latest Signing

Former Phillies Top Pitching Prospect Spencer Howard Lands Overseas Opportunity

Former Phillies Top Pitching Prospect Spencer Howard Lands Overseas Opportunity