The Arizona Diamondbacks made a pair of trades over the weekend, acquiring Jason Marquis and Brad Ziegler. The moves, while good, did nothing to help the team’s offense, and many think the team could have used an extra bat somewhere in the lineup, specifically at first and/or third base. “We came very close in one […]
Larry Fitzgerald is going to get paid. At 27-years-old, the Cardinals star is just entering his prime. A free agent at the end of the season, Cards GM Rod Graves said money is really no object in negotiations for a contract extension “We are prepared to make Larry the highest-paid player in our history and […]
The Arizona Cardinals had wanted to trade for Kevin Kolb for quite a while. Last Tuesday teams were finally allowed to talk about trades, and by Thursday evening Kolb was heading to the desert. And the Cardinals couldn’t be happier. “When the door opened on Tuesday we went after him, and while we kept other […]
It’s rare that the acquisition of a 31-year-old tight end would cause excitement for an NFL franchise’s fan base, but that’s exactly what the signing of Todd Heap did over the weekend. While fans are excited, many people around the league have questioned if Heap’s best days are behind him. Don’t count Ken Whisenhunt as […]
The Cardinals drafted Beanie Wells with the hope that he would become the featured back the team had lacked. Wells, in turn, rushed for 793 yards and seven touchdowns as a rookie, flashing the ability and stiff-arm that made the Cardinals excited to have him. But then 2010 happened, and a preseason injury derailed Wells’ […]
It was generally thought that Kevin Kolb, at the very least, would be better than Derek Anderson. Maybe you should think again. According to ESPN’s KC Joyner, the numbers don’t exactly back up the claim, as he points to Kolb’s overall yards per attempt (6.2) as well as a 4.0 bad decision rate, a number […]
Everyone seems enamored with the idea of the Arizona Cardinals landing wide receiver Braylon Edwards to play next to Larry Fitzgerald if it’s for the right price. That last phrase may be what keeps a deal from getting done. It seems that Edwards is valuing his services a little — OK a lot — more […]
Ryan Williams may have been a surprise pick for the Cardinals when they nabbed him with the 38th overall selection back in April’s draft, but once a Cardinal Williams wanted to be just that: a Cardinal. The NFL’s lockout delayed the process, but Williams and the team finally agreed to terms Sunday and now the […]
If the Cardinals were looking to prove to Larry Fitzgerald that they have a desire to win, they seem to have done exactly that. “I’m so excited, this has been the most active we’ve been in free agency,” the receiver said. “I’m really anxious to have a full team on the practice field and see […]
Forgive Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt if he’s not really familiar with his training camp roster. You see, the Cardinals have acquired 51 different players since Wednesday, including 10 who played for other teams last year, eight of their own draft picks and 22 undrafted rookie free agents. So yeah, name tags are kind of a […]
With Steve Breaston leaving Arizona in favor of Kansas City, the Cardinals are in the market for a receiver to line up opposite of Larry Fitzgerald in the starting lineup. The question is who should they sign to be that guy. Ron Wolfley, host of Sports 620 KTAR’s the Doug and Wolf, has someone in […]
Tim Hightower was the Cardinals’ leading rusher last year, but he’s in Washington now. So, while many may look at this as Beanie Wells’ chance to step up and take over as the team’s featured back, rookie second round pick Ryan Williams may be the one who ultimately benefits. “Ryan Williams pretty much does the […]
The Arizona Cardinals got their quarterback. They got their offensive line, secondary and linebackers figured out, too. Next up? Larry Fitzgerald. Cardinals GM Rod Graves says his focus will now turn to extending Fitz’s contract. Will try to talk to agent Eugene Parker today.less than a minute ago via TweetDeck Favorite Retweet ReplyKent Somerskentsomers Graves […]
When the Cardinals drafted Patrick Peterson in April, many were excited to see both he and Dominique Rodgers- Cromartie try to lock down opposing receivers. Seven months later, though, Rodgers-Cromartie is in Philadelphia, and the pressure is on the fifth pick in the draft to step up and replace him. Or maybe not. “I have […]
A murky Arizona Cardinals backfield cleared up a bit Sunday as the team dealt running back Tim Hightower to the Washington Redskins. A restricted free agent, Hightower was the Cardinals’ leading rusher last season with 736 yards, but was plagued with fumbling problems. In return for Hightower, the Cardinals will receive veteran defensive end Vonnie […]
Apparently Deuce Lutui’s time in Arizona has not ended. Big news: G Deuce Lutui is back with the Cardinals. Flunked his Bengals physical. 1-year deal to return to AZ. Don’t know why he flunkedless than a minute ago via TweetDeck Favorite Retweet Reply Kent Somers kentsomers Lutui, who had agreed to a two-year contract with […]
That was quick. The Arizona Cardinals finished signing every member of their 2011 Draft class Sunday as they agreed to a four-year contract with second round pick Ryan Williams. Williams, a running back, was taken 38th overall after a stellar career at Virginia Tech. The 5-foot-9, 212 pound back appeared in 23 college games and […]
Will Paul Goldschmidt finally get a shot at Major League pitching? The 23-year-old has been tearing up the Minor Leagues — especially this season — hitting .306 with 30 home runs and 94 RBI for Double-A Mobile. Just heard from someone in Mobile who tells me Goldschmidt is getting promoted.less than a minute ago via […]
A local guy, it was always thought that Todd Heap would be a good fit for the tight end-starved Arizona Cardinals. Sunday the sides agreed, coming to terms on a two-year contract that will bring the former Mesa Mountain View and Arizona State University star home. As he was visiting with the Jets, former Ravens […]
Looks like the Arizona Diamondbacks, just one day after adding a piece to their starting rotation, found the bullpen help they’d been seeking for months. #mlb #Dbacks send Brandon Allen and Jordan Norberto to #Athletics for Ziegler.less than a minute ago via TweetDeck Favorite Retweet Reply Bob Nightengale BNightengale Ziegler, 31, has been very productive […]
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 July 30, 2011: Diamondbacks 6, Dodgers 4 The Good: Justin Upton got the big hit in the game as he cleared the bases with a 3-RBI double in the sixth […]
Daryn Colledge reached the pinnacle of the NFL in February when he won the Super Bowl as a member of the Green Bay Packers. In the same season he was at the top of the league his new team, the Arizona Cardinals, finished at the bottom of the NFC West. That’s alright with the offensive […]
The Arizona Cardinals have agreed to a five-year contract with first-round draft choice Patrick Peterson according to the team’s website. They weren’t the first to announce the deal though. The cornerback told his followers on Twitter early Saturday afternoon that he was leaving Florida and was on his way to the Cards training camp in […]
The Arizona Diamondbacks have made their first official move before the Major League Baseball trade deadline. The club announced Saturday afternoon that they’ve acquired right-handed pitcher Jason Marquis from the Washington Nationals in exchange for minor league infielder Zachary Walters. Marquis, 32, is a major league veteran having played parts of 12 seasons for the […]
The Arizona Cardinals announced the signing of free agent cornerback Richard Marshall Saturday morning. The 5-foot-11, 198 pound Marshall spent the last five seasons as a member of the Carolina Panthers where he recorded 314 solo tackles, 14 interceptions and 6 fumble recoveries. He started every game over the last two seasons and recorded half […]
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 July 29, 2011: Dodgers 9, Diamondbacks 5 The Good: The Diamondbacks hit three home runs in the game as Justin Upton, Ryan Roberts and Willie Bloomquist all went yard for […]
The Cardinals have been making moves, but aside from trading for Kevin Kolb none would be considered “flashy.” Well, that could could change shortly. There is mutal interest between the Arizona Cardinals and free agent Tight End Tood Heap, discussions have taken place.less than a minute ago via web Favorite Retweet ReplyJohn GambadoroGambo620 When news […]
The Arizona Cardinals may have entered free agency hoping to retain their own players, but a couple days in they seem to be struggling to do so. Wide receiver Steve Breaston is heading to Kansas City to join the Chiefs, and now they’ve lost a starting offensive lineman. Agent for Cardinals G Deuce Lutui says […]
PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks are believed to be buyers before the MLB trade deadline hits on Sunday. The team is searching for pitching help and a new name has emerged. The D-backs are rumored to be talking to the Oakland Athletics about reliever Brad Ziegler. Dbacks still focusing for relief help have spoken to […]
Tempe – The Arizona Cardinals announced that the team has re-signed the following eight players who were free agents: center Lyle Sendlein (five years), safety Hamza Abdullah (one year), cornerback Michael Adams (two years), tackle D’Anthony Batiste (one year), center Ben Claxton (one year), punter Ben Graham (two years), fullback Reagan Maui’a (two years), and […]
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