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Heading into the 2017-18 season, the Coyotes were the third youngest team in the NHL with 12 player...
Luke Wright | Cronkite News

Young Coyotes players address grind of NHL season

The Arizona Coyotes are one of the youngest teams in the NHL. How do the young players handle the league and the grind of the regular season?
6 years ago
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Kaci Demarest | Cronkite News

Looking to the future, Coyotes sign Antti Raanta to three-year extension

The Arizona Coyotes reinforced the idea of keeping a core group of players together Friday when the organization announced the signing of goaltender Antti Raanta to a three-year contract extension.
6 years ago
All-Pro running back David Johnson speaks at a press conference on Thursday morning. (Photo by Shaw...
Shawn Moran | Cronkite News

Cardinals’ Johnson healthy, believes ‘I’m going to be a lot better’ than before

David Johnson has been anxiously waiting to return to work since he dislocated his wrist against the Detroit Lions in the first game of the 2017 season.
6 years ago
ASU punter Michael Sleep-Dalton warms up before a spring practice in Tempe. (Photo by Tyler Stracha...
Matthew Tonis | Cronkite News

ASU punter Michael Sleep-Dalton hopes for consistency in 2018

Coming off an injury-plagued and disappointing 2017 season, ASU punter Michael Sleep-Dalton is hoping to find consistency and success in 2018.
6 years ago
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Omar Soussi | Cronkite News

Phoenix Suns experience stigma of being bad NBA team

Teams like the Phoenix Suns, Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks are stuck in a loop of losing and being viewed as a team that's tanking.
6 years ago
Last summer five Arizona State baseball players played in the Cape Cod Baseball League, including C...
Jacob Janower | Cronkite News

ASU baseball players reminisce about Cape Cod memories

It was just two months of the year, but five Arizona State players had the time of their lives playing in the Cape Cod Baseball League.
6 years ago
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Katie Woo | Cronkite News

Eye on the ball: Humidor debuts in Diamondbacks opener

The Diamondbacks debuted a humidor Opening Day in an attempt to reduce home runs at Chase Field, the ballpark with the second-highest elevation in the MLB.
6 years ago
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Andrew Millan | Cronkite News

FC Arizona hoping addition of Lee Lynch brings a little luck of the Irish

FC Arizona midfielder Lee Lynch may be far from his native Ireland, but he feels at home in the desert with a soccer ball at his feet.
6 years ago
ASU infielder Spencer Torkelson set a freshman home run record against Washington State on March 29...
Andrew Bell | Cronkite News

ASU’s Torkelson honors Barry Bonds by breaking his freshman HR record

Spencer Torkelson grew up going to Giants games to watch Barry Bonds play. Now the freshman is in the same breath as Bonds as he tries to make history.
6 years ago
The Arizona Diamondbacks debut the 2018 regular season in tonight's game against the Colorado Rocki...
Katie Woo

Arizona Diamondbacks set to play ball in 20th anniversary season

The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to begin play in their 20th anniversary season. High hopes surround the team ahead of 2018 Opening Day game.
6 years ago
Suns’ forward Josh Jackson practicing free throws at practice on January 12, 2018. (Photo by Tyle...
Robert Gundran | Cronkite News

Phoenix Suns rookie Josh Jackson figuring it out in 2018

Phoenix Suns' Josh Jackson had a rough first half to his rookie year. Injuries to Devin Booker and TJ Warren have forced Jackson to adapt and improve.
6 years ago
Dylan Hollman on the ice during a contest against the University of Michigan. (Photo courtesy Kylee...
Jacob Janower | Cronkite News

ASU’s Hollman, Montreal Canadiens’ Gallagher bond over hockey and family

Arizona State forward Dylan Hollman shares a special connection with his cousin, Montreal Canadiens star Brendan Gallagher.
6 years ago
Arizona State wide receiver N'Keal Harry, right, makes the catch in front of Arizona cornerback Lor...
Omar Soussi | Cronkite News

Next man up: ASU receivers must adjust with loss of John Humphrey

TEMPE, Ariz. — In sports, injuries are part of the game. Unfortunately, Arizona State redshirt junior receiver John Humphrey is learning that the hard way after he tore his Achilles tendon March 20 during spring football practice. For those on the team, it was tough to watch a teammate suffer like that, especially when the […]
6 years ago
Matthew Tonis | Cronkite News

The End of Guard U: ASU’s seniors go out with loss to Syracuse

DAYTON, Ohio — Once the top story in college basketball and nearly the top-ranked team, Arizona State made the NCAA Tournament by the skin of its teeth. All the naysayers and critics didn’t matter, just the fact that the Sun Devils had at least one more game to prove themselves. But although you can wipe […]
6 years ago
ISM Raceway displayed a poster in their media center of what finished renovations will look like co...
Shawn Moran | Cronkite News

TicketGuardian 500 showcases renovation project at ISM Raceway

ISM Raceway is currently renovating their racetrack. The project is $178 million and will add granstands to the opposite side of the track.
6 years ago
Andrew Bell | Cronkite News

Arizona State’s Courtney Ekmark ready to return to familiar March setting

Arizona State's Courtney Ekmark got used to deep runs in the NCAA Tournament while with Connecticut. Now with ASU, Ekmark is eager to get back on the court.
6 years ago
Tony La Russa (right) poses for a photo with Oliver Badgio (left) and Jeff Mastro (center) of Steak...
Andrew Bell | Cronkite News

Big names highlight Tony La Russa’s charity event for animals

Tony La Russa hosted his "Champions Dinner" at Steak 44 in Phoenix to raise money and awareness for his Animal Rescue Foundation.
6 years ago
ASU head coach Herm Edwards talks about the first day of spring practice with the media. (Screensho...
Omar Soussi | Cronkite News

New start: Herm Edwards brings fresh energy to ASU spring football

After eight years away from the game, new coach Herm Edwards brings his trademark intensity to the first ASU spring practice.
6 years ago
The experience Shannon Evans and his Arizona State team had in playing games with quick turnarounds...
Matthew Tonis | Cronkite News

Quick turnarounds prepare ASU for First Four opponent

A weekend in December could hold the key to success in March for Arizona State.
6 years ago
ASU Hockey will move into a brand new indoor sports complex adjacent to a newly renovated Wells Far...
Andrew Millan | Cronkite News

ASU planning renovation of Wells Fargo Arena to house more sports

ASU is investing $160 million into Wells Fargo Arena and a new multi-purpose arena to house their hockey, gymnastics and wrestling teams.
6 years ago
Arizona State guard Tra Holder (0) drives past Colorado guard McKinley Wright IV during the second ...
Matthew Tonis | Cronkite News

A long road to Dayton: ASU seniors laid foundation for team’s success

Arizona State Sun Devils coach Bobby Hurley has continuously brought up the word “foundation” when discussing his senior guards.
6 years ago
Arizona NCAA college basketball coach Sean Miller speaks at a press conference in Tucson, Ariz., Th...
Robert Gundran | Cronkite News

With NCAA Tournament on deck, Sean Miller talks about a lot, but not all

University of Arizona men's basketball coach Sean Miller talked Monday about the NCAA Tournament but opted not to discuss ESPN's recent wiretap report.
6 years ago
FILE - In this Sunday, Aug. 6, 2017 file photo, Tampa Bay Rays' Steven Souza Jr. celebrates after h...
Andrew Bell | Cronkite News

Arizona Diamondbacks newcomer Steven Souza hasn’t missed a step with his new team

Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Steven Souza Jr. has been ready to play since he got to Arizona.
6 years ago
Matthew Tonis | Cronkite News

Questions about controversy follow Arizona Wildcats after Pac-12 tourney victory

The Arizona Wildcats came into the Pac-12 Tournament wanting to focus on basketball. Even after their win over Colorado, questions followed.
6 years ago