Matt Layman

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 15, 2020

D-backs’ Luis Gonzalez not a stranger to sports being put on hold

Diamondbacks advisor Luis Gonzalez was on the 2001 Arizona Diamondbacks team when MLB play stopped in the wake September 11.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 13, 2020

D-backs test 1 player for coronavirus, take other steps during MLB hiatus

Arizona Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen outlined the steps the team is taking as MLB's season is delayed by the coronavirus outbreak.

ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Mar 13, 2020

Releasing a tournament bracket not ruled out by NCAA, per report

Bobby Hurley said he wants to still have an NCAA Tournament bracket. The NCAA hasn't ruled out that idea as the tournament was canceled because of COVID-19.

ASU FOOTBALL | Mar 13, 2020

NCAA in favor of ‘eligibility relief’ for spring sport athletes

The NCAA issued a statement regarding athletic eligibility for players who are participating in sports affected adversely by the COVID-19 outbreak.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Mar 13, 2020

Coyotes CEO Ahron Cohen: NHL’s pause is ‘fluid,’ but resuming games expected

The National Hockey League's pause of its season has affected the Arizona Coyotes. There's only one certainty: The situation is fluid.

PHOENIX SUNS | Mar 13, 2020

Suns’ GM James Jones optimistic about NBA finishing regular season

Suns GM James Jones is using the NBA's coronavirus suspension to reflect and to work. But he's still hopeful that the season will resume.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Mar 11, 2020

Sharks to play without fans vs. Arizona Coyotes due to coronavirus

The Arizona Coyotes will be among those visiting the San Jose Sharks, who have instituted a no-fan policy for the rest of their home games this month.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Mar 11, 2020

Arizona Coyotes assign D Aaron Ness to AHL Tucson

The Arizona Coyotes sending defenseman Aaron Ness to AHL Tucson could be a good sign for injured defenseman Jakob Chychrun.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Mar 10, 2020

Friedman: Coyotes believed to have eyed Auston Matthews offer sheet

Auston Matthews never became a restricted free agent. But the Arizona Coyotes were believed to have been eyeing an offer sheet if he had.

ASU BASKETBALL | Mar 10, 2020

Coronavirus holds ASU band, spirit squad back from Pac-12 Tournament

Arizona State will be without its school band and spirit squad as the Sun Devils head to Vegas for the Pac-12 basketball tournament.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 9, 2020

Coronavirus: D-backs weigh in as leagues close locker room access

Fears over the global spread of coronavirus have prompted major professional sports leagues to close locker rooms to the media.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 9, 2020

D-backs’ Madison Bumgarner pitches well in 3rd start of spring training

Madison Bumgarner said his goal on Monday was to mix up his pitch types and locations as he has a few more starts left before Opening Day.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 6, 2020

D-backs’ outfield depth brings intrigue to final roster decisions

There are plenty of options when it comes to the outfield for the Arizona Diamondbacks, which presents both good and bad news.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 6, 2020

D-backs are Edwin Jackson’s latest stop on long MLB journey

Edwin Jackson has played a lot of places. This spring training, he's competing to continue his major league career with the Diamondbacks.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 5, 2020

D-backs’ Torey Lovullo on naysayer projections: ‘It pisses me off’

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo admitted he's bothered by the negativity that some voices have regarding Arizona's 2020 season.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 4, 2020

D-backs rave about Madison Bumgarner, likely opening day starter

The team won't say who their opening day starter is. But Madison Bumgarner, for all his talent and experience, seems like the obvious picks.

ASU BASKETBALL | Mar 4, 2020

Bobby Hurley: Improved Pac-12 has ASU vying for top-4 spot

Before ASU basketball can focus on the NCAA Tournament, the Pac-12 Tournament is on the horizon. The Sun Devils have business to take care of.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Mar 1, 2020

Coyotes, women’s hockey Dream Gap Tour to hold event in Arizona

The Arizona Coyotes and Professional Women's Hockey Players Association are hosting an event in Arizona starting March 6.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Feb 29, 2020

Clayton Keller helps Coyotes come back to beat Sabres in crucial victory

Clayton Keller was a big part of the Arizona Coyotes' comeback win over the Buffalo Sabres, which was a crucial win at this point in the season.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Feb 28, 2020

D-backs’ increasingly popular OF Tim Locastro open to any role

Arizona Diamondbacks speedster Tim Locastro is excited about this year's team as he plays spring training in a crowded outfield rotation.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Feb 27, 2020

Rodeo aside, D-backs’ Madison Bumgarner has 1st start of spring

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Madison Bumgarner didn't want to talk about his rodeo side-hustle after he made his first start of spring training on Thursday.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Feb 26, 2020

Playoff push: Coyotes remember previous late-season rallies

Two current Coyotes -- a coach and a player -- recall times when their teams made a late-season rally to get into the playoffs.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Feb 26, 2020

D-backs GM Mike Hazen OK with MadBum’s other interests

D-backs GM Mike Hazen addressed the rodeo issue involving Madison Bumgarner -- a.k.a. Mason Saunders -- when he joined 98.7 FM Arizona's Sports Station.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Feb 25, 2020

Return of Darcy Kuemper isn’t a cure-all for playoff-hopeful Coyotes

The Arizona Coyotes should be glad to see Darcy Kuemper back in the net. But the return of an injured goalie can't solve all their problems.