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Suns rookie Koa Peat throws out first pitch at Diamondbacks game
PHOENIX – Some ceremonial MLB first pitches are little more than a photo opportunity, and Phoenix Suns rookie Koa Peat’s at Chase Field on Friday night carried far more significance. Suns rookie Koa Peat throws out first pitch at Diamondbacks game: Take me out to the ball game 🎶🏟️ pic.twitter.com/Bva0ypWvvS — Phoenix Suns (@Suns) July […]
Dillon Brooks balls out for Team Canada in FIBA World Cup Qualifier
ONTARIO – For Phoenix Suns fans, summer basketball isn’t just about staying entertained; it’s about evaluating how key players perform when the spotlight shifts to international competition. Dillon Brooks gave them plenty to like in Team Canada’s latest FIBA World Cup qualifier. Dillon Brooks helps lead Team Canada to a victory: Dillon Brooks in today’s […]
D-backs’ Ryan Thompson gets roasted on social media after blunder
PHOENIX – The frustration surrounding the D-backs’ season so far reached another level after their extra-inning loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday night, and Ryan Thompson found himself at the center of it. Ryan Thompson spikes the throw home on the Jackson Chourio dribbler and 2 runs score for the Brewers#ThisIsMyCrew #Dbacks pic.twitter.com/91uPx7IkLU — […]
Lourdes Gurriel Jr.’s jaw-dropping catch has Diamondbacks fans buzzing
PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks fans had little to cheer about through the first three innings Friday night, but outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. gave them a moment they won’t forget. With the Milwaukee Brewers leading Arizona 3-0 in the top of the third inning, Garrett Mitchell had a chance to double the lead with a three-run […]
Fever’s Caitlin Clark addresses fallout from play involving Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas
INDIANAPOLIS — The conversation surrounding the Phoenix Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas and the Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark hasn’t gone away, and now the Fever star is speaking out about the aftermath of the hard foul that has dominated headlines. The play came during Phoenix and Indiana’s June 24 game, where both players were involved in a […]
Mercury’s momentum continues to grow after blowout win over Storm
PHOENIX — If there was any indication the Phoenix Mercury are turning their season around, Thursday’s win was it. Without head coach Nate Tibbetts, associate head coach Kristi Toliver stepped into the lead role and guided Phoenix to a 90-67 win over the Seattle Storm to open its three-game homestand. The performance showcased who the […]
No Phoenix Mercury standouts will start this year’s All-Star Game
PHOENIX — The WNBA announced Thursday the players who will start this year’s All-Star Game, and among them, there isn’t a single Phoenix Mercury player selected. Though no Mercury player earned a starting spot, one Phoenix star still received significant support in the fan vote. Alyssa Thomas finished No. 32 in frontcourt voting with 173,515 […]
Suns secure Pat Spencer on two-way deal in 2026 free agency
PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns remain busy with an underrated signing to fill one of their three two-way spots. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Thursday that the franchise has signed former Golden State Warriors guard Pat Spencer to a two-way deal for the 2026-2027 season. The 29-year-old is the first two-way player signed and becomes a serious […]
Will the Diamondbacks host an MLB All-Star Game again soon?
PHOENIX — It’s been 15 years since the Arizona Diamondbacks hosted the MLB All-Star Game, but could a return of the Midsummer Classic be on the horizon? Diamondbacks President and CEO Derrick Hall discussed the possibility of bringing the event back to Phoenix during an appearance on Arizona Sports’ Bickley & Marotta, saying the franchise’s […]
Arizona isn’t ready to pull the plug on Zac Gallen
PHOENIX — While questions about Zac Gallen’s future with the Arizona Diamondbacks continue to surface, there has been no indication from within the organization that a split is coming. Gallen’s 2026 season has been one of the toughest of his career as the former ace has struggled to return to his All-Star form. Wednesday’s loss […]
D-Backs fans are running out of patience with Zac Gallen after loss vs. Giants
PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks’ undefeated streak against the San Francisco Giants in 2026 came to an end Wednesday, with fans growing even more frustrated over Zac Gallen’s latest outing. There’s no question the former Arizona ace hasn’t pitched his best over the last few months. Against San Francisco, he took the loss after allowing […]
Suns’ Dillon Brooks to lead Team Canada as co-captain this summer
PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks will represent his home country of Canada and take on an even bigger leadership role this summer. Brooks has been named co-captain of Canada’s national team, alongside NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, ahead of the FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifiers. Brooks has been one of the cornerstones of Canada’s […]
ESPN analyst buries Cardinals selection of Jeremiyah Love 3rd overall
GLENDALE – Despite being months removed from the 2026 NFL Draft, experts are still confused about the Arizona Cardinals first-round selection. With the third overall pick, the franchise selected Norte Dame running back Jeremiyah Love to quite a polarizing reaction. After a 3-14 season, many analysts believed Arizona would address other issues like offensive line and […]
Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas receives support from Fever’s Stephanie White after online backlash
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White defended Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas on Wednesday, condemning the online harassment of her former player. Thomas was suspended one game after being assessed a Flagrant 2 foul during the Mercury’s last game against the Fever, a play involving Indiana star Caitlin Clark. It quickly became one […]
Suns sign sharpshooter Luke Kennard to two-year, $13 million deal
PHOENIX – After shipping out their best two shooters in a trade, the Phoenix Suns sign a sharpshooter Luke Kennard to a two-year deal. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Phoenix will give $13 million across the next two seasons, with the second year being a player option. The contract fits into the taxpayer Mid-Level Exception and […]
Alyssa Thomas urges WNBA to protect players from online hate
PHOENIX — National attention has been on the Phoenix Mercury over the last week, and Alyssa Thomas says the WNBA hasn’t done enough to protect the team from a wave of online hate. It all began after Thomas was involved in a play with Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark. The league subsequently suspended Thomas for one […]
LeBron James free agency talk hits Phoenix, gets shut down fast
PHOENIX — Now that LeBron James has confirmed he’ll continue his career in the 2026-27 season, many are wondering where the basketball legend will land. But is there a chance he joins the Phoenix Suns? According to local media, that doesn’t seem likely. James, who would enter his 24th NBA season when the 2026-27 campaign […]
Alyssa Thomas calls out WNBA, Commissioner following suspension
PHOENIX – Alyssa Thomas let her frustrations out by calling out the WNBA and the Commissioner after how they handled her suspension after practice on Thursday. The debate surrounding Alyssa Thomas and Caitlin Clark has become much bigger than a single play. The WNBA ultimately suspended Thomas one game after reviewing contact to Clark’s throat […]
Top five best watch parties for the 2026 World Cup in Phoenix
PHOENIX – The World Cup has a way of turning strangers into teammates. Every goal sparks celebrations with people you’ve never met, every upset becomes a shared memory, and every match reminds fans why soccer is the world’s game. In Phoenix, that experience is amplified by a growing soccer community that knows how to throw […]
Diamondbacks GM Mike Hazen shares trade deadline plans
PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks are the definition of a team caught between promise and frustration, though what side will the D-backs end up on when it comes time for the trade deadline? General manager Mike Hazen sat down with Arizona Sports and summed it up perfectly when he said the club has “left a lot […]
Diamondbacks believe Eduardo Rodriguez has done enough to be an All-Star
PHOENIX — The All-Star conversation surrounding Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez hasn’t gone unnoticed within the organization, with several members advocating for his selection. Rodriguez, who signed with the D-Backs ahead of the 2024 season, is pitching his best season in Sedona Red. While his first two years in the desert weren’t what the club […]
Trey McBride talks contract extension on Bussin’ With The Boys podcast
GLENDALE – For years, the Arizona Cardinals have faced an uphill battle in convincing star players that the franchise is worth investing in long-term. Winning changes perception, but before championships come commitment. Trey McBride may have delivered exactly that during his appearance on the Bussin’ With The Boys podcast. Speaking with former NFL veterans Will Compton […]
How does LeBron James’ departure affect the Phoenix Suns?
PHOENIX – Since 2018, every Western Conference contender has built part of its championship equation around one unavoidable reality: eventually, the road could lead through LeBron James. Now that LeBron James has officially moved on from the Lakers per ESPN’s Shams Charania, that equation immediately changes for the Phoenix Suns. LeBron James is leaving the […]
Do Bryce James’ Arizona ties link LeBron James to the Suns at all?
PHOENIX – Even with all the championships, scoring records, and MVP awards, one thing mattered above the rest for LeBron James: his family. James, having recently shared an NBA court with his son, Bronny, is proving that family isn’t just part of his legacy; it helps shape his career decisions. That’s why one intriguing possibility shouldn’t […]
Brandon Pfaadt gets another shot in Diamondbacks’ rotation
PHOENIX — Opportunity has come again for right-handed pitcher Brandon Pfaadt, as the Arizona Diamondbacks are recalling him from Triple-A Reno to take the mound for Tuesday’s matchup. After beginning the season in Arizona’s starting rotation, shifting to the bullpen and spending several weeks rebuilding his workload in Reno, Pfaadt is back in the majors. […]