REPORT: D-backs Option Ryan Waldschmidt to Triple-A Reno as Lourdes Gurriel Jr. RETURNS From IL

The Arizona Diamondbacks finally got back on track in Cincinnati, taking two of three from the Reds for a much-needed series win. But the bigger story comes from Nick Piecoro of AZ Central, who reports that the D-backs are set to reinstate Lourdes Gurriel Jr. from the injured list and option Ryan Waldschmidt to Triple-A Reno. We break down the roster move, explain why it could be the right decision for both the club and Waldschmidt’s development, and discuss what Gurriel’s return means for the lineup moving forward. Plus, we preview the upcoming series against the Los Angeles Angels and answer your Mailbag Monday questions. 0:00 SkeeYee & Happy Monday!  9:30 Lourdes is back, Waldy optioned to Reno  13:00 Talking Pavin Smith  26:30 Angels series preview  33:10 Black hole at DH  40:05 Probable Pitchers  47:00 Mailbag Monday  57:30 Buyers vs. sellers at deadline 1:07:25 Tyler Locklear or Max Kepler?  1:17:30 Ildemaro Vargas needs to apologize TO DAMON?! Limited-time offer! Become a Diehard for just $36: https://gophnx.com/intro-offer-youtube JOIN THE SUPPORTERS CLUB ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/yc6km2r4 An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports MERCH https://store.allcitynetwork.com/collections/phnx-locker ALLCITY Network, Inc. aka PHNX and PHNX Sports is in no way affiliated with or endorsed by the City of Phoenix PHNX Events: Get your tickets to PHNX events and takeovers here: https://gophnx.com/events/ ALLCITY — including us here at PHNX — is teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America for an exciting three-year partnership. To learn more, visit https://www.bbbs.org/allcity/ Branded Bills: Use code BBPHNX at https://www.brandedbills.com/ for 15% off your first order! Husband & Wife Law Team: If you’ve had a serious injury, Call The Husband & Wife Law Team first at 602-783-8841 or visit https://husbandandwifelawteam.com/?utm_source=allcity-padcasts&utm_medium=digital-phx&utm_campaign=allcityShowNotes bet365: https://www.bet365.com/hub/en-us/app-hero-banner-1?utm_source=affiliate&utm_campaign=usapp&utm_medium=affiliate&affiliate=365_03485317 Use the code PHNX365 to sign up, deposit $10 and bet $5 to get $150 in bonus bets! Disclaimer: Must be 21+ and physically located in AZ.  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-NEXT-STEP, text NEXTSTEP to 53342 or visit https://problemgambling.az.gov/ Gametime: Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code PHNX for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Shady Rays: Head to https://shadyrays.com and use code: PHNX for 40% 2+ pairs of off polarized sunglasses. Try for yourself the shades rated 5 stars by over 300,000 people. Circle K: Join Inner Circle for free by downloading the Circle K app today! Head to https://www.circlek.com/store-locator to find Circle Ks near you! When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.