Ryne Nelson's Disastrous Outing Raises D-backs Starting Rotation Questions

Ryne Nelson's Disastrous Outing Raises D-backs Starting Rotation Questions

From Snakes Territory: An Arizona Diamondbacks Podcast by Foul Territory Network

April 20, 2026 · 41 min

About this episode

The episode discusses Ryne Nelson's poor performance and its implications for the D-backs' starting rotation, along with updates on player injuries and a preview of the upcoming series against the White Sox.

Diamondbacks right-hander Ryne Nelson recorded all of one out in his Sunday outing against the Toronto Blue Jays, allowing eight runs in a lackluster D-backs loss. Meanwhile, Brandon Pfaadt delivered 6 1/3 solid innings out of the bullpen. Is it too early to wonder if Nelson's rotation spot is in jeopardy? We also discuss Corbin Carroll leaving Sunday's game early, and our expectations for when Gabriel Moreno will return to the lineup. Plus, we do deep dives on the D-backs' pitching staff, and a plethora of minor leaguers, including Ryan Waldschmidt, LuJames Groover and more. Finally, we preview the upcoming series against the Chicago White Sox. Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers for another edition of Snakes Territory. If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Plans start at $15/month at MintMobile.com/Territory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hosts: Jesse Friedman, Jack Sommers

Topics covered

  • Ryne Nelson
  • D-backs rotation
  • Corbin Carroll
  • Gabriel Moreno
  • D-backs pitching staff
  • minor leaguers
  • Chicago White Sox series

Keywords

  • Arizona Diamondbacks
  • baseball
  • pitching
  • minor leagues

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