# Is Gabriel Moreno the Best Catcher in Baseball?—Making the Case for Arizona’s No. 1 STAR

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Podcast: [Locked On Diamondbacks - Daily Podcast On The Arizona Diamondbacks](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-diamondbacks-daily-podcast-on-the-arizona-diamondbacks-716074)
Published: 2026-09-18T09:00:00+00:00
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Arizona Diamondbacks’ breakout catcher Gabriel Moreno ignites MVP buzz as the team fights for their playoff lives. Has Moreno surpassed top rivals to become MLB’s best catcher? George Lund breaks down Moreno’s offensive surge, elite defensive metrics, and what sets him apart from Buster Posey and Dillon Dingler. Extension rumors heat up as Arizona faces a pivotal decision: can they afford to wait with catcher contracts skyrocketing league-wide? The show also spotlights manager Torey Lovullo’s uncertain future as the Diamondbacks struggle in September. Lund weighs whether Arizona should stick with Lovullo after just two playoff appearances in ten seasons or usher in a new era with emerging NL talent. Get the inside track on the Diamondbacks’ playoff odds, upcoming showdown with the New York Yankees, and what’s at stake for stars like Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte in a critical series.

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