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Cardinals OLB Chandler Jones during the team's mini-camp in Tempe Tuesday, June 7, 2016. (Photo: Ad...
Vince Marotta

Cardinals’ Calais Campbell on playing with Chandler Jones: ‘It’s going to be special’

Some have argued that Calais Campbell needed more help on the Cardinals' defensive line. This year, he's got that help in the form of Chandler Jones.
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Paul Calvisi

Read and React with Calvisi: Warriors, D-backs dance and Mathieu

Paul Calvisi talks about the Warriors, the Diamondbacks dancing and whether or not Tyrann Mathieu is the Cardinals' most important defensive player.
8 years ago
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Vince Marotta

Derrick Hall defends D-backs’ Timberlake lip-dub video

Some D-backs voiced concern when a video highlighting employees lip-syncing to Justin Timberlake was released as the team continues its struggles.
8 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Chip Hale stands in the dugout before a baseball game against the Pitt...
Doug Franz

D-backs should keep Chip Hale…for now

The reason to fire Chip Hale now would be to salvage the season. The catch is that window has already been missed.
8 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt, right, celebrates his two-run home run against the San Dieg...
Tyler Drake

La Russa: D-backs leadership is being tested right now

While people highlight the D-backs early-season struggles on the field and a sub-par record, there is another aspect inside the clubhouse that is lacking.
8 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' Zack Greinke wipes his forehead after giving up a run to the Chicago Cubs dur...
Matt Layman

JJ Putz: D-backs need to relax, pitch more consistently

A morning after the Diamondbacks were dealt an 8-3 loss to the Astros, former D-Backs closer J.J. Putz offered his thoughts on how the team could improve.
8 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed , left, is checked by a team trainer as third base coach Matt Will...
Adam Green

La Russa upset with players being hit, but says retaliation may be too risky

A pair of Diamondbacks were hit in the helmet with pitches Tuesday, and while retaliation may be in order, Tony La Russa is not so sure it should happen.
8 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Shelby Miller (26) delivers to Pittsburgh Pirates' Jung Ho Ka...
Vince Marotta

La Russa: D-backs ‘looking at alternatives’ in hopes of getting Shelby Miller right

Shelby Miller's struggles continued Tuesday night in Pittsburgh, leaving the Diamondbacks to consider many options on how to deal with the right-hander.
8 years ago
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Matt Layman

Fraschilla: Dragan Bender ‘at least one year away’ from NBA

The Phoenix Suns hold the coveted fourth overall pick in this year’s draft, but they may be faced with a difficult decision when they’re on the clock June 23.
8 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Shelby Miller rubs the baseball before coming out of the game...
Doug Franz

Outs over feelings: Shelby Miller

Shelby Miller did not choose to come here. It’s not his fault if he’s not good enough to reach expectations.
8 years ago
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Paul Calvisi

Read and React with Paul Calvisi: Basebrawls, OTAs and Suns draft

Basebrawls, OTAs and Suns draft: It’s Read and React, the only show that always runs the no huddle!
8 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker listens as the results of the NBA basketball draft lottery are anno...
Adam Green

Suns GM: Will take best player available, regardless of position

According to GM Ryan McDonough, the Phoenix Suns will not be drafting for need when they are on the clock next month.
8 years ago
Arizona Cardinals' Carson Palmer throws during the first half the NFL football NFC Championship gam...
Vince Marotta

Cardinals’ Carson Palmer: ‘I’m champing at the bit to play Carolina again’

Many are wondering if Carson Palmer can win the big game. The Cardinals quarterback says he can't wait to get another crack at Carolina to prove it.
8 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward P.J. Tucker (17) argues a call with referee Monty McCutchen (13) during the se...
Doug Franz

A confession about the Phoenix Suns

One upon a time the Phoenix Suns were perennial playoff contenders. Now, the postseason seems so far away.
8 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed, right, argues a called third strike after being ejected by umpire...
Adam Green

D-backs president Hall: Chip Hale’s job is not in jeopardy

The D-backs entered the season with playoff aspirations, but while early struggles are a concern they have not put manager Chip Hale's job in jeopardy.
8 years ago
Arizona Diamondbacks pitching coach Mike Butcher (23) talks with relief pitcher Jake Barrett (33) d...
Doug Franz

May is the key for the Arizona Diamondbacks

Two facts about the 2016 Diamondbacks: the rotation stinks and all is not lost.
8 years ago
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Paul Calvisi

Read and React with Paul Calvisi: D-backs, Coker and QBs

Paul Calvisi looks into the D-backs' struggles as well as what the Cardinals appear to be doing at the QB position.
8 years ago
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Vince Marotta

Cardinals’ DC James Bettcher excited about new pieces for his defense

The Arizona Cardinals have some new pieces on defense that coordinator James Bettcher is excited about.
8 years ago
Arizona Cardinals' first-round draft pick Robert Nkemdiche waits to speak before being introduced t...
Vince Marotta

Cardinals’ VP of player personnel Terry McDonough: Nkemdiche was ‘an easy pick’

When Robert Nkemdiche was on the board for the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL Draft, their VP of player personnel says it was 'an easy pick' for the team.
8 years ago
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Midwestern State coach: Marqui Christian will do whatever Cardinals ask of him

Marqui Christian offers the Cardinals versatility in the secondary as well as a player who will do whatever the team asks of him.
8 years ago
Harvard offensive tackle Cole Toner does the 40 yard dash during an NFL football Pro Day Thursday, ...
Avery Feyrer

Harvard’s Tim Murphy: Cole Toner ‘smart, athletic enough’ to play anywhere on O-line

Steve Keim's draft selection of Harvard's Cole Toner continued the growing trend of selecting players from non-Power Five conferences.
8 years ago
FILE - In this Nov. 7, 2015, file photo, Mississippi defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche stretches be...
Adam Green

ESPN’s Clayton on Robert Nkemdiche to Cardinals: ‘How can you not grab him?’

The Arizona Cardinals are stoked to have landed Rober Nkemdiche with the 29th pick in the 2016 NFL Draft.
8 years ago
Alabama's ArDarius Stewart catches a pass in front of Clemson's T.J. Green during the second half o...
Adam Green

Cardinals’ Bidwill: We like about a dozen guys at No. 29

Michael Bidwill is not going to tell anyone who the Arizona Cardinals would like to draft Thursday night.
8 years ago
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Paul Calvisi

Read and React with Paul Calvisi: Earl Watson, ASU QBs and Evan Marshall

Paul Calvisi reads and then reacts to some of the biggest sports stories from this week.
8 years ago