While trade rumors have connected the Arizona Diamondbacks to some bigger names this month, it may be the smaller moves that make the difference in the NL West. One of those moves Kevin Towers could make is adding depth to the club’s already much improved bullpen. Enter Toronto Blue Jays right hander Jason Fransor. Dbacks […]
The Arizona Cardinals can begin negotiating with free agents Tuesday morning, and they may have to start with the ones who wore a Cardinals jersey last season. Among the group are three players (Early Doucet, Tim Hightower, Brandon Keith) who carry restricted free agent status. The Cardinals extend offers to the three, meaning if they […]
The Diamondbacks’ top pick in the 2011 MLB in the 2011 MLB First-Year Player Draft is one step closer to joining the organization. Trevor Bauer passed his D’nbacks physical for big league contractless than a minute ago via Twitter for BlackBerry® Favorite Retweet ReplyPeter Gammonspgammo While good news, it is not exactly unexpected. Bauer has […]
It’s 10:01 on Tuesday, do you know where your starting quarterback is? If your the Arizona Cardinals and Kevin Kolb is you’re signal caller of choice, the answer could be ‘on his way to the Valley’. At least that’s what Philadelphia Inquirer Eagles beat writer Jeff McLane said via Twitter. FYI, player trades can be […]
Arizona Cardinals kicker Jay Feely said it best on Twitter, “Football is back!!!!” With the NFL lockout ending that means we are just a matter of days from putting away the rumors that have spread as if the media were a bunch of high school girls hanging out at lunch and finding out who will […]
The NFL sent out a league calendar, explaining what can happen and when it can take place. Of particular note to Cardinals fans is one sentence, 11 words, listed for July 26: “At 10:00 a.m., New York time, Trading begins for 2011 League Year.” Welcome to Arizona, Kevin Kolb? Maybe. There are some who think […]
Not all marriages are meant to last. However, divorce is an ugly process and sometimes it is easier to suck it up for a little bit than to tolerate an ugly divorce. Steve Nash may be the face of the franchise, but he is aging and may not be what the Phoenix Suns need for […]
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Justin Upton, along with San Diego’s Cameron Maybin, has been named the National League Player of the week. In a week highlighted by his 3-5, six RBI performance against the Rockies, Upton led the major leagues with 11 RBI, 27 total bases and five doubles. He was also tied for the […]
Now that the lockout is over it is time for the Cardinals to get back to work. Well, not exactly. There is a timeline of when certain things can happen and, unfortunately, the Cardinals must abide by it. Still, things will get done, and it will happen quickly. According to ESPN, it goes something like […]
The trade deadline may not be until Sunday, but the Arizona Diamondbacks are making roster moves early. According to Brent Ingram, the Sports Information Director at the University of Kentucky, outfielder Collin Cowgill has been called up to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Heard from coach Henderson that former #UKbaseball OF Collin Cowgill has been called up […]
The Cardinals need to see improvement from their offensive line, and it may come by way of forced change. Through retirement and free agency, there are many players who will have to sign on the dotted line if they are to remain wearing Cardinal red. Lyle Sendlein is one such player. Re-up: Sendlein emerged from […]
Football has returned and the Arizona Cardinals will need to make a lot of roster moves in a very limited amount of time. While the majority of the attention has centered around the Cardinals desire to acquire Kevin Kolb, they will need to sign a total of 49 players to fill out a 90 man […]
Pretty much every team in the NFL could use more good defensive backs, and the Arizona Cardinals are no exception. So, would it make sense for the team to part ways with a guy who has been a regular contributor over the last couple seasons? That’s the question they face with Michael Adams. Re-up: To […]
Football is back!!!! Player Reps approved!!less than a minute ago via Twittelator Favorite Retweet ReplyJay Feelyjayfeely “Hey Laaaa hey Laaaa my girlfriend’s (Football) back”less than a minute ago via UberSocial for BlackBerry Favorite Retweet ReplyLarry FitzgeraldLarryFitzgerald There’s a lot of people heading back to work this week. The US unemployment rate will drop 1% because […]
Recent reports seem to indicate that Kevin Kolb will be an Arizona Cardinal, provided nothing surprising or disastrous happens between now and the time a trade can be announced. However, should the unthinkable happen, there is another team with interest in the Eagles backup. Continue to hear the Seahawks’ interest in Kolb has not regressed. […]
Almost all is right in the sporting world as football has returned. According to a tweet from Jay Feely, the player reps have approved the latest proposal and football will be back soon. Football is back!!!! Player Reps approved!!less than a minute ago via Twittelator Favorite Retweet ReplyJay Feelyjayfeely Now that the lockout has ended, […]
When Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie’s name was first brought up in trade rumors the idea seemed silly, at most. After all, why would the Cardinals trade a 25-year-old former Pro-Bowler who was expected to play a key role in the Cards’ revamped defense? But, if the saying is “where there’s smoke, there’s fire,” then the smoke from […]
It appears NFL training camp is right around the corner and Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Darnell Dockett is ready to return to work. “I’ve already packed for training camp,” Dockett told the NFL Network. “I’m just waiting to hear the official word on what day to be in Flagstaff.” Dockett’s enthusiasm is certainly a welcome […]
The Diamondbacks figure to be active in trade talks over the next week, and one of their targets could be a guy who significantly changes the makeup of the NL West race. #DBacks have talked with #Astros about a Wandy Rodriguez trade, sources say, but no deal close. #MLBless than a minute ago via web […]
The lockout is over and now it’s time for the Cardinals to get to work. The roster is far from complete, with holes that need filling and players that need to be re-signed. Everyone knows that the quarterback position is the major concern, but what are the most pressing needs outside of that? ArizonaSports.com breaks […]
Pitching may be the focus of the July 31 trade deadline, but extra offense never hurts and with the loss of shortstop Stephen Drew, the Arizona Diamondbacks may look to add a shortstop. According to Fox Sports’ Ken Rosenthal, the Houston Astros may be able to provide the D-backs with shortstop Clint Barmes. In the […]
Apparently Daunte Culpepper wants a job in the NFL. According to ProFootballTalk, the veteran cites “unfinished business” as reason for wanting another shot. In fact, the site lists the Cardinals as a team that should at least consider giving Culpepper a tryout. Please. Unless, of course, the Cardinals are seeking a QB whose touchdown celebration […]
Finally there is football again. After what seemed like the longest NFL offseason in history, football activities will resume shortly and training camps could start as early as Wednesday. According to Matt Pomeroy of the NFL Network, the Arizona Cardinals will be one of 10 teams opening camp on Wednesday. Teams starting camp Wednesday: Broncos, […]
While the majority of the Cardinals offseason news has revolved around the quarterback vacancy, there are a few other holes which still need to be addressed. Although quarterback is an important position, teams that go 5-11 usually have more than one hole and the Cardinals are no different. Arizona could use help on the offensive […]
While the Arizona Diamondbacks are in the market for pitching at the trade deadline, they may also try to acquire some offensive help. According to a tweet by Sports Illustrated’s Jon Heyman, the Chicago Cubs are trying to move first baseman Carlos Pena, and the D-backs could be interested. carlos pena will almost surely be […]
The NFL lockout is over and as the dust settles many people still think all of this was about protecting the players. Don’t count Ron Wolfley as one of them. Wolfley would like fans to remember, in the end this was all about the money. “A lot of people are saying this was quality of […]
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 24, 2011: Diamondbacks 7, Rockies 0 The Good: Colorado couldn’t get Justin Upton out on Sunday as the Diamondbacks’ star went 4-4 with three RBI’s to lead the Arizona […]
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 22, 2011: Rockies 8, Diamondbacks 4 The Good: Geoff Blum hit his first home run of the season to put Arizona ahead 2-0 early in the game. Gerardo Parra […]
PHOENIX – The Diamondbacks have named Micah Owings as their new fifth starter and he will get the start on Sunday against Colorado. The team is hoping Owings will work out better than the previous fifth starters that Arizona has rolled out on the mound this season. The team has gone through Armando Galarraga, Zach […]
The Arizona Cardinals are not known for having a dominant offensive line. The pieces have changed over the years, yet the results have been, mostly, mediocre. The longest-tenured player on the line is guard Deuce Lutui, who joined the Cardinals as a rookie during the 2006 season. After an acrimonious contract battle last year, Lutui […]
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