D-backs Sign Michael Soroka, Ketel Marte Rumors Heat Up At Winter Meetings

The Diamondbacks made their biggest move of the offseason on Monday by signing right-handed pitcher Michael Soroka to a one-year contract. What role will Soroka fill in Arizona, and why did the D-backs make the commitment? Does this mean the team is unlikely to bring Merrill Kelly back?

Meanwhile, the Ketel Marte saga continues as trade talks pick up steam. We discuss general manager Mike Hazen's comments on the situation and attempt to read between the lines. Is it time to consider a Marte trade as likely?

Finally, we discuss the D-backs' reported interest in reliever Pierce Johnson. Could Johnson serve as the D-backs' closer next year? Join Jesse Friedman and Jack Sommers on Snakes Territory.

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