About
Kevin Zimmerman is ArizonaSports.com’s and KTAR.com’s digital content manager and co-host of Arizona Sports’ Empire of the Suns podcast. The Mesa native has covered the Suns on-and-off since graduating the University of Arizona in 2011 and also spent time reporting on the Cardinals, D-backs and ASU football.
When he is not working, Kevin is spending time with his wife and two sons, running Phoenix’s canals or staring at cacti in his backyard.
Expertise
- Sports and news writing
- Podcasting
- Social media management
- Radio hosting
- Multimedia reporting
- Copy editing
- Photography
Education
- University of Arizona – Bachelor’s degree in journalism
- Minor in Anthropology
Achievements & Awards
- Taught sports reporting class at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication
- Covered the Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Suns, Arizona Diamondbacks and ASU football as a beat reporter at different publications since 2011
- Covered men’s basketball, swim and dive, softball as a student reporter at the University of Arizona
Social Media Profiles
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PHOENIX SUNS | Nov 2, 2022
GM James Jones: Suns F Cam Johnson proved something vs. T-Wolves
It was clear from the get-go Tuesday that the Phoenix Suns wanted to make the Minnesota Timberwolves' jumbo frontcourt become a disadvantage.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Oct 31, 2022
Visual: Kyler Murray’s efficiency, deep ball has fallen off in 2022
For a few reasons, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray's 2022 season hasn't gone as planned. But deep passes have not been hit on.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Oct 28, 2022GM Keim not as certain as Kingsbury that Cardinals trade before deadline
Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury expressed optimism that GM Steve Keim could make a move before the NFL trade deadline.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Oct 28, 2022Arizona State QB competition between Jones, Bourguet continues Friday
Shaun Aguano is taking on play-calling for ASU and said the quarterback competition between Emory Jones and Trenton Bourguet is not finished.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Oct 24, 2022DeAndre Slotkins: Will Cardinals keep opponents guessing with WR Hopkins?
If the Cardinals do it right, they could force opponents to rethink how to defend DeAndre Hopkins and the other new pieces at receiver.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Oct 24, 2022
Report: Bucks recently involved in Jae Crowder trade talks with Suns
Suns GM James Jones said last week the team will continue to seek out trade opportunities to move forward Jae Crowder.
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EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Oct 20, 2022
There are big takeaways for Suns’ Lee, Payne in season opener
Damion Lee earned the trust of his new Suns team, which also shocked some confidence into backup point guard Cam Payne in the opener.
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ARIZONA COYOTES | Oct 20, 2022Arizona Coyotes announce desert sienna reverse retro alternate jerseys
Adidas and the Arizona Coyotes revealed their 2022-23 reverse retro jerseys, a desert sienna alternate that taps into the team's history.
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EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Oct 13, 20222022-23 season preview: Are expectations setting for the Phoenix Suns?
Empire of the Suns discusses an eventful Phoenix Suns offseason before looking at the shape of the team and moves that could be coming.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Oct 12, 2022Yahoo! report: Suns eyed Jordan Clarkson, K.J. Martin as Jae Crowder remains in limbo
Jae Crowder's absence from the Phoenix Suns remains as the parties attempt to find a trade partner for the veteran forward.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Oct 11, 2022
2022 in review: D-backs’ Torey Lovullo praises youth, will push vets
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo, generally positive by nature, sees the glass half full after a 74-88 season.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Oct 10, 2022
Hawks reportedly in Jae Crowder trade mix, talked with Suns
The Hawks have reportedly been in contact in the "recent weeks and months" regarding the trade availability of Suns forward Jae Crowder.
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THREADS BLOG | Oct 7, 2022ASU football to debut sunrise-inspired tan uniforms vs. Washington
Arizona State football revealed a tan alternate uniform option that the Sun Devils will wear in a home game against the Washington Huskies.
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THREADS BLOG | Oct 7, 2022Nike reveals Kyler Murray exclusive DT Max 96 cleat
Nike released a cleat version of the retro Deion Sanders classics, the Nike DT Max '96 that is exclusive to Cardinals QB Kyler Murray.
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ARIZONA COYOTES | Oct 7, 2022Tempe mayor: Phoenix-sent mailers on Coyotes arena plan is ‘scare tactic’
Corey Woods took offense to Phoenix and Sky Harbor Airport sending residents of his city a mailer about the Coyotes' proposed arena.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Oct 5, 2022Early returns positive on Cardinals backup RBs Benjamin, Williams
There's growing intrigue about James Conner's backups -- and how Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury might be more apt to turn to them.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Sep 30, 2022Steve Keim: No disconnect between Cardinals GM, coaches on draft picks
Arizona Cardinals rookies under the current coaching regime have not found it easy to earn immediate playing time.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Sep 30, 2022President Michael Crow: New coach, ASU to ‘take full advantage’ of college football changes
Arizona State leaders may not like the changes happening in college football. But it sounds as if they are more willing to accept them.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Sep 27, 2022Deandre Ayton: Monty Williams hasn’t spoken to him since Game 7 vs. Mavs
Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton did not quell concerns about his unhappiness at media day Monday. Tuesday made clear there is a problem.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Sep 27, 2022Cardinals release S Deionte Thompson, elevate OLB Jesse Luketa
Arizona Cardinals safety Deionte Thompson was released Tuesday and replaced on the team's 53-man roster by rookie Jesse Luketa.
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EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Sep 27, 2022
What the Suns could get back in a Jae Crowder trade
Five potential landing spots for Jae Crowder and what the Phoenix Suns could get in return for the veteran.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Sep 26, 2022Kevin Durant reaffirms commitment to Nets after offseason trade request
Kevin Durant said he's moved past an offseason trade request and is ready to get back to work with the Brooklyn Nets.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Sep 26, 2022Phoenix Suns reveal black Statement Edition jerseys for 2022-23
The neckline, armlines and numbers on the jerseys will take the pixelated color gradient look of "The Valley" jerseys.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Sep 23, 2022Cardinals GM: DL Zach Allen, J.J. Watt flashed as tandem vs. Raiders
Zach Allen played perhaps his best game as a pro, and J.J. Watt's improving health made for a strong defensive performance for the Cardinals.