Matt Layman

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Aug 3, 2020

Diamondbacks are in trouble, but ‘there is still time,’ says Kurkjian

There's no doubt that the Arizona Diamondbacks' 2020 season is off to a rough start. But there is time for things to turn around, says ESPN's Tim Kurkjian.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Aug 2, 2020

In Coyotes’ win over Predators, Arizona’s star players led the way

Teams need their best players to be their best players. In Sunday's Game 1 postseason win, the Arizona Coyotes had that happen.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Aug 2, 2020

Coyotes hold on to narrow lead in Game 1 win over Predators

The Arizona Coyotes jumped to a 1-0 series lead with a Game 1 win over the Nashville Predators that got a little too close for comfort.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Aug 2, 2020

Arizona Coyotes jump out to early lead against Predators

The Arizona Coyotes got off to a big start on Sunday in Game 1 of the postseason, jumping to a 3-0 lead and then leading 3-1 at first intermission.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Aug 2, 2020

Coyotes F Nick Schmaltz unable to play Game 1 vs. Predators

Arizona Coyotes forward Nick Schmaltz was not in the lineup for Sunday's postseason match against Nashville after he took a hit in Thursday's exhibition.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Jul 31, 2020

Arizona Coyotes to face experienced Nashville Predators in postseason

The Arizona Coyotes begin a postseason series against the Nashville Predators on Sunday, putting Arizona against a team with Stanley Cup Final experience.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 30, 2020

Robbie Ray struggles early, D-backs fall to Dodgers in home opener

Arizona Diamondbacks starter Robbie Ray struggled out of the gate, putting the D-backs in a hole they never climbed out of.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 30, 2020

D-backs add Daulton Varsho for ‘punch’ in magnified Dodgers series

The Arizona Diamondbacks have called up one of their top prospects, Daulton Varsho, just as they welcome their division rival.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 29, 2020

D-backs pitcher Merrill Kelly ‘getting out of his own way’ in 2020

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly explained what's different for him in 2020 after a dominant performance against the Texas Rangers.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 27, 2020

Luis Gonzalez: Robbie Ray needs to improve at putting batters away

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Robbie Ray makes Luiz Gonzalez concerned about the pitcher's ability to put batters away when he's ahead.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 27, 2020

D-backs’ Torey Lovullo mindful of COVID-19 as Marlins see outbreak

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo is mindful of the dangers of COVID-19, regardless of seeing what the Miami Marlins went through.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Jul 27, 2020

Truth may be relative in dispute between Coyotes, GM John Chayka

The split between the Arizona Coyotes and GM John Chayka is ugly. But picking a side in the argument is difficult when the facts are murky.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Jul 26, 2020

Report: GM John Chayka terminates contract with Coyotes

John Chayka has reportedly terminated his contract with the Arizona Coyotes following reports of a new job opportunity elsewhere.

ARIZONA CARDINALS | Jul 25, 2020

Cardinals rank 22nd in ESPN’s projection of NFL’s next 3 years

A panel of ESPN analysts gave a seemingly pessimistic view of the Arizona Cardinals when trying to project the NFL over the next three years.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Jul 25, 2020

Report: Job opportunity caused rift between Coyotes, GM John Chayka

The relationship between the Arizona Coyotes GM and John Chayka has reportedly soured because of another job opportunity.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 24, 2020

D-backs announce starting lineup for 2020 Opening Day at Padres

The Diamondbacks' 2020 Opening Day starting lineup on Friday included Christian Walker at DH and no health surprises against the Padres.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 24, 2020

Diamondbacks face Padres to start potential season-long battle

The Diamondbacks and Padres are two teams to keep an eye on in the NL Wild Card race, and they'll face each other to start the season.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Jul 22, 2020

Coyotes adapting to new normal with scrimmages, playoffs upcoming

The Arizona Coyotes are preparing to play early games against the Nashville Predators in Edmonton. It begins with scrimmages in Arizona.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 22, 2020

D-backs don’t sweat exhibition losses, but Dodgers present serious challenge

The Arizona Diamondbacks said they were undaunted by the exhibition losses to the Los Angeles Dodgers, but those games showed there's still work to be done.

ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 22, 2020

For baseball pundits, D-backs and Padres will race for 2nd place

The Los Angeles Dodgers are the overwhelming favorite to win the NL West. The Diamondbacks battle might just be with the Padres.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Jul 20, 2020

Reports: Coyotes execs met with pending UFA Taylor Hall

The Arizona Coyotes' owner and CEO reportedly met with free agent-to-be Taylor Hall for dinner last week, according to multiple reports.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Jul 20, 2020

Arizona Coyotes to host bottled water drive at Gila River Arena

The Arizona Coyotes announced Monday they will be hosting a bottled water drive at Gila River Arena on July 27 from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

ARIZONA COYOTES | Jul 20, 2020

NHL releases COVID-19 testing data; 2 players test positive

The National Hockey League released information about its COVID-19 testing and how many players returned with positive results.

ARIZONA WILDCATS FOOTBALL | Jul 17, 2020

Arizona Wildcats athletics issues COVID-19 testing update

The Arizona athletics department issued a statement regarding its COVID-19 testing, nearly three weeks after it stopped welcoming new athletes to campus.