Randy Johnson last played for the Diamondbacks in 2008, and his return to Chase Field in a couple weeks to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the team’s 2001 championship season may not be the last time you see him around these parts. “I’ve been in touch with [Kirk Gibson] on multiple occasions this year, and […]
The calendar has turned to the month of September, meaning MLB rosters can expand. Thursday the Diamondbacks began adding to their roster, as they reinstated infielder Geoff Blum and pitcher Alberto Castillo, while recalling pitchers Ryan Cook and Sam Demel. The 38-year-old Blum has been on the disabled list since fracturing his right pinky finger […]
Returning a wealth of talent, the Arizona State Sun Devils enter the 2011 season with high expectations. Quarterback Brock Osweiler will be entering his first year as the starter after showing promise when presented with opportunities in the past. Defensively, the Sun Devils suffered setbacks when cornerback Omar Bolden was lost with an ACL injury […]
A strong effort from the starting pitcher, a bullpen that doesn’t allow a run and Justin Upton getting hit by a pitch. Ho hum, just another day in the 2011 season for the first place Arizona Diamondbacks. Josh Collmenter tossed six innings of two run baseball, Miguel Montero hit his second three run homer in […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for August 31, 2011: Diamondbacks 4, Rockies 2 The Good: Josh Collmenter pitched six solid innings, leaving with a lead before turning it over to the ‘pen. Joe Paterson, Bryan Shaw, […]
Ouch. The Diamondbacks’ Justin Upton is well on his way to setting career-best marks in may categories this season, but none are more painful than the one that got a boost Wednesday night: hit by pitch. Upton was hit in the first inning by Rockies pitcher Esmil Rogers, giving the right fielder his 16th painful […]
The Diamondbacks will enter September with a substantial lead on the San Francisco Giants, one that seems almost insurmountable with the way the defending champs have been playing. A division title firmly in their sights, third base coach Matt Williams said the division race is far from over. “These guys know that this team in […]
A 0.56 ERA. That is the Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitchers earned run average over the past 48 innings. Ian Kennedy, Joe Saunders, Daniel Hudson, Wade Miley and Josh Collmenter have only given up 3 runs in the stretch. Wednesday on Arizona Sports 620’s Gambo and Burns, John Gambadoro asked Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson if this […]
August 31st, 2011 should be the date etched into the gravestone for the San Francisco Giants. They are, after all, done, according to Arizona Sports 620’s Doug Franz. “Historic collapses have happened, but now the math is working in our favor to the point where you should not be concerned about the Giants,” he said. […]
The deadline for players to be eligible for Major League post-season rosters is Thursday, which means if the Arizona Diamondbacks are to add another player the move better come fast. The way it works is a player has to be on a team’s major league roster before September 1st in order for that player to […]
Being compared to Chad Pennington is probably not something Kevin Kolb was hoping for. Unfortunately for him, and possibly Arizona Cardinals fans, that’s what ESPN’s John Clayton did Wednesday (well, sort of). The reference to the former Jets and Dolphins quarterback came as part of a column where Clayton ranked every quarterback in the NFL […]
Gerardo Parra got a promotion Tuesday night. With Ryan Roberts and Chris Young getting the day off, manager Kirk Gibson shuffled his lineup penciling in Parra’s name in the two-hole. Parra rewarded his manager’s confidence with a career-high tying four hits and two RBIs. “He’s playing exceptional for us. He’s got a lot of ability,” […]
Miguel Montero is doing everything right. He’s fielding his position, throwing runners out and now has hit safely in a season-high nine straight games (.352, 12-for-34). After a strikeout in the 2nd and a groundout in the 3rd, the Diamondbacks’ catcher laced a line drive over the fence in right field for a three-run home […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for August 30, 2011: Diamondbacks 9, Rockies 4 The Good: Gerardo Parra had a fantastic game going 4-5 with two RBI’s and three runs scored. Miguel Montero belted a huge three-run […]
On Tuesday at 3:45 p.m., Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson sat in front of the media like he does every day before batting practice, but this day was different. This day Gibson decided to reveal some of his secrets to his team’s success. Gibson not only emphasized the importance of fundamentals in the game but also […]
PHOENIX – Arizona Diamondbacks star outfielder Justin Upton has been hit 15 times this season prompting people to wonder why doesn’t he charge the mound and send a message. It’s not so easy when your team is in the middle of a pennant race and charging the mound would cost Upton a definite suspension by […]
The Diamondbacks are in first place largely because of the way both Ian Kennedy and Daniel Hudson have pitched this season. Kennedy, of course, leads the NL with 17 wins, while Hudson has picked up 14 victories of his own. Both have been dominant at times, and Arizona Sports 620’s Ron Wolfley feels much of […]
PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks currently have a five game lead in the NL West over the San Francisco Giants. It has led some to believe the division is now Arizona’s to lose over the final month of the season. “I’m not going to say the Giants are done, but I think the D-backs will […]
PHOENIX – Arizona Diamondbacks starter Ian Kennedy has had a fantastic season and others are starting to take notice. ESPN insider Tim Kurkjian joined Arizona Sports 620’s Burns and Gambo on Tuesday and said Kennedy is in contention for the Cy Young award in the National League. “Ian Kennedy has a chance, but he’s going […]
The Cardinals could use help at the cornerback position, and they may find it in a familiar face. Bryant McFadden, who played for Arizona in 2009, may be on his way out of Pittsburgh. Arizona Sports 620’s Dave Burns thinks he could wind up back in the Valley. Or, if not McFadden, someone of a […]
The Arizona State Sun Devils had their fair share of close losses last season, being on the short end of four games by a combined nine points. If the Devils are to make good on their dreams of a Pac-12 championship, something is going to have to change. ASU Head Coach Dennis Erickson, on Arizona […]
Arizona Wildcat fans know how good Nick Foles is. Two seasons in Tucson have produced 5,677 yards, 39 touchdowns and appearances in the Holiday and Alamo Bowls, and the senior-to-be is poised to finish his career as one of the best quarterbacks in the school’s history. However, Foles isn’t exactly a known commodity outside of […]
When the Arizona Diamondbacks selected Trevor Bauer there was a thought that the UCLA star could pitch for the big league club this season. That may still be the case, but you won’t see the right-hander in a D-backs uniform should the team reach the postseason. The Arizona Diamondbacks will NOT call up 3rd overall […]
The hits just keep on coming for the Arizona State Sun Devils, and not in a good way. Already having lost star Omar Bolden to a torn ACL, head coach Dennis Erickson announced that defensive back Devan Spann is probably out for the year too. ASU coach Dennis Erickson says on Pac12 teleconference that reserve […]
GLENDALE – Coyotes captain Shane Doan is thrilled to be reunited with center Daymond Langkow, whom Phoenix re-acquired Monday in a trade with the Calgary Flames. Doan and Langkow were roommates on road trips during Langkow’s first stint with the Coyotes from 2001-04. They formed a bond that has stood the test of time and […]
After every Arizona Diamondbacks game we’ll examine the box score and provide you with instant analysis. So it’s time to go Inside the Box for August 29, 2011: Diamondbacks 5, Rockies 1 The Good: Daniel Hudson threw a shutout as he went on to win his 14th game of the season. In his seven innings, […]
When the Phoenix Coyotes swapped forward Lee Stempniak for center Daymond Langkow, captain Shane Doan had a big smile on his face. I’m not smiling. Now, I’m a confessed Doan fan – his sweater is hanging in my closet – but I think this trade puts the Coyotes attack at risk. Stempniak was a good […]
The Cardinals didn’t need much time to find a replacement for Greg Toler, signing veteran Fred Bennett late Monday. Bennett, 27, has played in Houston, San Diego and, most recently, Cincinnati during his four NFL seasons. He’s recorded 106 tackles and five interceptions. Bennett was originally drafted in the fourth round of the 2007 draft […]
A report from the Chicago Sun-Times stated that the Bears are close to releasing running back Chester Taylor. Ron Wolfey from Arizona Sports 620’s Doug and Wolf show thinks the Arizona Cardinals would be wise to check out the veteran back. “I would love to see the Arizona Cardinals sniff around Chester Taylor, I really […]
The Arizona Diamondbacks may have only finished 4-6 on their recent road trip, but their closer J.J. Putz took a pretty positive message from their time away from Chase Field. “I think we learned that we can play with anybody,” Putz told Arizona Sports 620’s Burns and Gambo Monday. “Philly along with Milwaukee are considered […]
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