Brandon Pfaadt Returns and Tommy Pham Heats Up

DVR and Al discuss the Diamondbacks’ big news, as Corbin Carroll deals with shoulder soreness and Brandon Pfaadt struggles in his return to the majors, They also discuss the arrival of Orioles prospect Jordan Westburg, other hitters to target, including red-hot Tommy Pham, pitchers to consider adding and the White Sox’s bullpen situation.

Rundown

1:12 The Diamondbacks lead off this week’s news items

6:57 The other news items of the week

23:06 Jordan Westburg and some other notable callups

31:34 A few hitters of note

40:03 Streamers and two-start pitchers

50:11 Closer corner

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