The Web Gem

MLB.com StatCast writer Mike Petriello joins the show to talk about what Eric Hosmer has done to turn his season around, why Jeff Samardzija is underrated, the relevance of hitting with runners in scoring position when evaluating players, and much more. Follow Mike on Twitter at www.twitter.com/mike_petriello.

I joined the EZ Sports Talk Show with Jim Marshall and Ed Smith to talk everything Diamondbacks on July 22nd.

MLB.com Executive Correspondent Richard Justice joins the show to talk about the D-Backs' recent statement, Sonny Gray's future, Dayton Moore's plans for the Royals, and much more.

Dan Szymborski, ESPN analyst and "Zipsetician," joins the show to break down yesterday's big trades, the importance of run differential in predicting outcomes, and the Cubs' surge out of the All-Star Break.

Paul Sullivan is an actor, comedian, and the host of @SullyBaseballDaily. He joins the show to share his wild revamp of the All-Star Game, explain why the Dodgers have to make the World Series this year, and much more.

Dylan Hernandez, Dodgers beat writer for the Los Angeles Times, joins the show to talk about the front office's philosophy, trade deadline needs, and why he believes the team should go all in this year. Read Dylan's article "It’s time for the folks upstairs to step to the plate for the Dodgers" here: http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-angels-dodgers-hernandez-20170626-story.html

What does Patrick Corbin's future hold? Is Fernando Rodney the permanent closer for 2017? I talked these questions and more in an interview on NBC Sports 1060 on Saturday, June 3rd. Hear more Diamondbacks chatter on Jesse's other podcast, @TheRattleAZ.

I was honored to join the EZ Sports Talk Show on NBC Sports Radio 1060 AM as a guest to discuss the Diamondbacks' fast start, whether or not the they'll buy at the trade deadline deadline, and much more!

Former pro scout Bernie Pleskoff joins the show to discuss the outlooks for Braves SS Dansby Swanson, D-Backs RP/SP Archie Bradley, and Mariners OF Mitch Haniger. He also invites listeners to join him on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Cuba in 2018. You can follow Bernie on Twitter at www.twitter.com/berniepleskoff.

Vince Gennaro joins the show to discuss when we should start caring about team's records, how sabermetrics impact baseball's appeal to mass audiences, and what a study he conducted reveals about why certain players outperform others in the playoffs.

Aspiring MLB broadcaster and college student Hunter Greenfield joins the show as we preview each division and discuss some recent rule change proposals that old school fans may hate.

New York Times baseball writer Tyler Kepner joins the show to talk about Dan Haren's role with the Diamondbacks, a (rare) bad move by Theo Epstein, the new intentional walk rule, and more.

Former pro catcher and current catching instructor Todd Coburn joins the show to talk about the how and why of pitch framing, game-calling, and a quick "pop time." To learn the art of catching for yourself, join the waitlist for Todd's upcoming training program at www.thecatchinglab.com.

Baseball Tonight anchor Adnan Virk joins the show to preview tonight's historic World Series Game 7.

Diamondbacks pre-/post-game show host Mike Ferrin joins the show to recap a disappointing season for the Diamondbacks, pinpoint potential GM candidates, and more.

Bob comments on his USA Today piece about the Diamondbacks' front office, and the likelihood that Yasiel Puig plays for the Dodgers next year.

Diamondbacks radio pre-/post-game show host Mike Ferrin brings his insight about why Arizona has struggled, whether or not they regret the acquisition of Zack Greinke, and more. We also hit on the NL West race between the Dodgers and Giants, and what to make on Yasiel Puig's demotion.

ESPN sports business writer Darren Rovell joins the show to talk about whether or not baseball can survive a speed-oriented generation, Tim Tebow's hopes of being an MLB player, and more.

What is A-Rod's legacy? Is Zach Britton a valid Cy Young candidate? Is this the Cubs' year? All this and more in my interview with Baseball Tonight anchor Adnan Virk.

The Diamondbacks' pitching staff has been one of the worst in the game in 2016, but that doesn't mean it's void of talent. We talk with former scout Bernie Pleskoff about what to expect from the future of Arizona's rotation. Follow Bernie on Twitter at www.twitter.com/berniepleskoff, and read all of his latest scouting reports at www.todaysknuckleball.com.