Steve Zinsmeister and Mitch Vareldzis drive Arizona Sports Saturday; your weekend stop for local sports talk with riveting opinions and laughs along the way!
Mitch and Steve check in with Arizona Sports' Alex Weiner from Salt River Fields, try to save NBA All-Star weekend, ask if Corbin Carroll will go down as the greatest Arizona Diamondback, and run through some Footnotes.
(38:40)
Mitch and Steve wonder if Randal Grichuk was the final piece for the D-backs' offseason, assess the Phoenix Suns at the All-Star break, ask if the Arizona Cardinals should be dead... (48:18)
Mitch and Steve see how other Western Conference teams handled the NBA trade deadline, and tell you how Kliff Kingsbury could change the outlook of the NFL draft.
(42:34)
Mitch and Steve react to the Phoenix Suns at the trade deadline, and ask if you can root for the San Francisco 49ers as a Arizona Cardinals fan.
(44:18)
Mitch and Steve talk about what the Phoenix Suns should do at the trade deadline, and wonder if Brock Purdy is being fairly called a game manager.
(48:54)
Mitch and Steve are back to react to last night's Suns loss to the Indiana Pacers, and share their thoughts on the Arizona Diamondbacks signing of Joc Pederson.
(48:11)
Jeremy Schnell and Jesse Morrison discuss how the Cardinals' offseason will be better than the last couple of years and talk to the voice of the Phoenix Suns, Jon Bloom.
(46:06)
Jeremy Schnell and Jesse Morrison react to the Suns' big win over the Lakers, ask if it means Phoenix is righting the ship and discuss the NFL Playoffs.
(47:19)
Mitch and Steve look at the wide receiver room of the Cardinals, determine how the Phoenix Suns stack up in the West, and preview week 18 in the NFL.
(48:35)
Mitch and Steve react to last night's Suns win, look ahead to the offseason for the Arizona Cardinals, and wonder if the hot stove league is going to kick back up.
(48:26)
Mitch and Steve talk with Arizona Sports' Tyler Drake about this weekend's Arizona Cardinals game, react to last night's Phoenix Suns' loss, and debate who the Cardinals should take in the draft.
(42:33)
Mitch and Steve are BACK! How many games will the Suns get from their Big 3? Is Kyler Murray's job actually on the line? Could the Arizona Diamondbacks land Randy Arozarena?
(45:30)
Jeff Guzzardo joins Mitch and Steve in studio after his minimalistic "Snakes Alive" sign went viral during the NLCS. Does he have a new slogan for the World Series?
(11:39)
Mitch and Steve talk about how several of the key contributors are part of a young core built the right way, and talk about keys for Zac Gallen's start in game five.
(19:53)
Mitch and Steve react to the NLCS game four win by Arizona and the key contributors to the win, look ahead to a pivotal game five tonight, and chat with Arizona Sports' lead D-backs writer Alex Weiner.
(45:45)
Alex Weiner checks in from LA to provide the latest updates on the D-backs roster as well as shares why he thinks the D-backs could pull off a surprise upset.
(11:30)
Mitch and Erik Ruby, in for Steve, look at why the D-backs could win their series against the Dodgers, go through some NFL news and notes, catch up with Arizona Sports' Alex Weiner from LA, and then predict the outcome of the NLDS.
(40:05)
Mitch and Erik Ruby, in for Steve, preview game one of the NLDS, look ahead to the Arizona Cardinals game on Sunday, and look at how things have shaped up for the Phoenix Suns in training camp.
(46:36)
Tyler Drake shares his thoughts on the last week of practice for the Cardinals and what he expects to see in game two of the preseason tonight.
(10:49)
Mitch and Jeremy Schnell, in for Steve, react to Deandre Ayton's performances for Team Bahamas and wonder if it will translate this year with the Phoenix Suns. Plus, Brandon Pfaad... (40:47)
Mitch and Jeremy Schnell, in for Steve, discuss what to look for in the second Cardinals preseason game. Will Clayton Tune separate himself from the rest of the QBs? Plus, reactio... (45:26)
Mitch and Steve talk about some of the problems they have seen with the D-backs as of late. What needs to change? Plus, what we should expect to see going forward with the Arizona Cardinals in the preseason?
(44:38)
Mitch and Steve react to the Cardinals first preseason game and their win over the Denver Broncos. What stood out? Plus, a long overdue reward for two Phoenix Suns icons.
(47:01)
Mitch and Steve point out individuals they are going to watch for in Cardinals training camp. Plus, a chat with linebacker Kyle Soelle and crosstalk with the Cardinals Corner podcast.
(46:24)
Mitch and Steve react to the news of Arizona State, Arizona and Utah departing for the Big 12 in the 2024 season. Why is this good? Why is this bad? Plus, the Arizona Cardinals could have a rookie QB starting week one!
(46:39)
Alex Weiner discusses some of the names most commonly connected to the D-backs ahead of the trade deadline, and shares what he would be willing to give up in a trade.
(24:39)
Mitch and Steve react to another D-backs loss and how it impacts their position ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Is it worth it to make a trade now? Plus, Arizona State needs to find a life raft ASAP!
(45:15)
Mitch and Steve talk about potential names that the D-backs could target ahead of the trade deadline. What would they have to give up? Is it worth it to keep a buyer's approach? P... (47:02)
Mitch and Steve have the debate over why the D-backs should, or shouldn't, acquire LA Angels phenom Shohei Ohtani. What would the ramifications be? What would the benefits be?
(20:34)
Mitch and Steve react to the report, and the retort, of Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker and his designation for training camp. Will he show up? What was the retort? Plus, wit... (45:17)
Mitch and Steve make the case for Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen to start next week's All-Star Game. Who is his competition? Is it basically his start to lose?
(22:48)
Mitch and Steve react to last nights Arizona Diamondbacks win and the fact that Corbin Carroll was in the whole game. What was his diagnosis? Should the D-backs consider sitting h... (45:53)
Mitch and Steve react to who of the D-backs will join Corbin Carroll in Seattle next week, and talk about some of the bigger snubs from the team. Plus, what will the Phoenix Suns look like now that Eric Gordon has reportedly signed?
(45:51)
Mitch and Steve, on a Monday(!), react to the news of Eric Gordon signing with the Phoenix Suns and discuss how the Suns could not have had a better offseason. Plus, the Arizona D... (46:17)
Mitch and Steve identify who the D-backs could target in a potential trade with the deadline just a month away. Could a reunion be possible? Plus, how does a Damian Lillard trade impact the rest of the NBA?
(41:36)
Kellan Olson reacts to all the signings the Phoenix Suns made in the opening hours of free agency, and talks about the significance of the signings they made.
(12:00)
Mitch and Steve react to the Suns' busy first day of free agency. Who did they sign? Is there anyone else they should target? Plus, the Arizona Diamondbacks have a minor problem.
(44:50)
Mitch and Steve discuss the season that Carroll is having and talk about what he could accomplish in his first year. Could he do something that only two players before him have do... (45:56)
Mitch and Steve react to the Suns' trade made over the weekend and discuss Beal's role with the Suns. What does it mean for the rest of the team? Plus, would you rather have Corbin Carroll or Elly De La Cruz?
(20:11)
Reportedly, the Suns are a finalist for Bradley Beal in a trade. What would the Suns need to give up, and what would that mean for their ability to build depth?
(47:09)
Mitch and Steve react to the release of DeAndre Hopkins and wonder if it truly identifies the Arizona Cardinals' offseason plans. Are they set up to draft new offensive players ne... (45:29)
Mitch and Steve react to the reported Milwaukee Bucks hire of their head coach. What does it mean for Phoenix? Is there a new favorite for the candidacy? Plus, could the Arizona Cardinals have gotten anything in exchange for DeAndre Hopkins?
(47:46)
Mitch and Steve discuss the reported Suns head coaching candidates. Steve has a wish list of names that he would love to see be the next head coach.
(47:13)
Mitch and Steve try to predict the outcome of next year's NBA season and where the Suns stack up with the rest. Can they keep their competitive level high? Plus, what is Devin Booker's playoff legacy?
(42:10)
Mitch and Steve quickly react to the Suns' season ending on Thursday and then try to plan out how the Suns should approach their offseason. They start with what the futures could be for Deandre Ayton and Monty Williams.
(44:46)
Mitch and Steve react to the performance by Deandre Ayton and wonder how he will respond in game four. Will we see more from Ayton? Plus, what else do we need to see from the Phoenix Suns in game four?
(44:47)
Mitch and Steve gush over the performance by Devin Booker in the Phoenix Suns' win over the Denver Nuggets. It wasn't all great for the Suns last night however. Plus, Can the Ariz... (46:16)
Mitch is joined by Jeremy Schnell, Jesse Morrison and Jake Anderson of the State of the Sun Devils podcast live from Sun Devil Stadium for ASU's annual spring game. The guys chat ... (01:06:45)
Mitch and Steve talk about the recent play of one of the Suns' starters, and how he could impact the team in the postseason. Will he keep up this level of play? Plus, is it time t... (40:29)
Mitch and Steve discuss the strategy of the Suns in the final games of the regular season. How should they handle the starters' minutes on Sunday? Plus, who will the Suns see in the first round of the playoffs? What is most likely?
(45:15)
Mitch and Steve hear what Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon had to say on the team's start to the offseason. Do we have a better understanding of their direction? Plus, can the... (46:45)
Mitch and Steve react to last night's Suns win over the Denver Nuggets. What happened in that third quarter? Plus, what are our early takeaways from the Arizona Diamondbacks first two games of the year?
(47:48)
Mitch and Steve talk with Arizona Cardinals insider Tyler Drake about the direction of the team's offseason. What's the latest on DeAndre Hopkins' trade market? Can the Phoenix Suns recover when Kevin Durant returns?
(39:55)
Mitch and Steve react to another Suns loss to the Sacramento Kings. The state of the Western Conference is not doing the Suns any favors. What is the plan for the Arizona Cardinal... (43:32)
Mitch and Steve wonder if the Arizona Cardinals will look at other backup options at quarterback. If they are, they're running out of time. Plus, a legend is walking away from the game.
(40:26)
Mitch and Steve react to the heartbreaking loss by the Sun Devils in their first round game against TCU. What's the future of the program? Plus, What is the plan for the Cardinals this offseason after a quiet first week of free agency?
(45:15)
Mitch and Steve and Cody Fincher of the Ain't No Fang podcast look at the remaining roster spots that the D-backs have yet to solidify. Plus, significant news that could impact the Phoenix Suns in the Western Conference.
(46:36)
Mitch and Steve react to the first two games of Kevin Durant with the Phoenix Suns and look at the road ahead the team faces. Plus, has it become a one-horse race for the Arizona Cardinals at number three overall in the NFL Draft?
(48:12)
Tyler Drake gives his thoughts on the Arizona Cardinals and the plans at number three overall in the NFL Draft, and the likelihood that the Cardinals trade DeAndre Hopkins.
(13:12)