# Should Brandon Pfaadt go to the Bullpen?

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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: 2026-04-13T04:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

With Merrill Kelly's return on Tuesday, and Brandon Pfaadt being the odd man out in the rotation, what does that mean for the pitcher's and the team's future? Get ready for your Arizona Diamondbacks update! In this episode, Daynen Biggs and Tayte break down Merrill Kelly's highly anticipated return to the starting rotation and discuss which D-backs pitcher could be bumped from the starting five. They analyze the latest Diamondbacks pitching stats, debate Brandon Pfaadt's future, and review the highs and lows from the Phillies series—including the bullpen’s standout performance. Plus, get a preview of the tough Baltimore Orioles matchup and insights into key players like Zac Gallen, Ryne Nelson, Eduardo Rodriguez, and Michael Soroka.

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