Steve Zinsmeister and Mitch Vareldzis drive Arizona Sports Saturday; your weekend stop for local sports talk with riveting opinions and laughs along the way!
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. (10:19)
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 Pfaadt has his best MLB start in an example of why you don't trade him. (40:17)
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, reaction to last night's Arizona Diamondbacks loss and the Phoenix Suns schedule. (44:56)
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? (44:08)
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. (46:31)
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. (45:54)
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! (46:09)
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. (24:09)
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! (44:45)
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? Plus, Budda Baker stuck to his word and arrived at training camp. (46:32)
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? (20:04)
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, with the trade deadline approaching, what should be the Arizona Diamondbacks' plan of attack be? (44:46)
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? (22:18)
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 him the final game before all-star break? Plus, are the Phoenix Suns still looking for depth? (45:23)
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? (45:21)
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 Diamondbacks have three all-stars, but should they have had more? (45:47)
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? (41:06)
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. (11:30)
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. (44:20)
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 done? Plus, what are the ramifications of the Bradley Beal acquisition by the Phoenix Suns? (45:26)
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? (19:41)
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? (46:39)
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 next year? Plus, the Arizona Diamondbacks make a couple of roster moves. (44:59)
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? (47:16)
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. (46:43)
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? (41:40)
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. (44:16)
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? (44:17)
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 Arizona Diamondbacks make themselves even better than they are right now? (45:46)
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 with head coach Kenny... (01:06:15)
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 to move forward from Madison Bumgarner in the Arizona Diamondbacks rotation? (39:59)
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? (44:45)
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 Phoenix Suns' victory over the Denver Nuggets last night be considered a bad win? (46:15)
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? (47:18)
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? (39:25)
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 Cardinals? What roster questions are left to answer for the Arizona Diamondbacks? (43:02)
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. (39:56)
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? (44:45)
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. (46:06)
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? (47:42)
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. (12:42)
Mitch and Steve offer their bold predictions for the upcoming Arizona Diamondbacks season. Which ones are most likely to happen? Plus, are the Arizona Cardinals most likely to move on from DeAndre Hopkins or keep him? (44:55)
Mitch and Steve discuss their early takeaways from Jonathan Gannon in his first couple weeks as Arizona Cardinals head coach. How does he differ from Kliff Kingsbury? Plus, the guys envision how the Phoenix Suns will look when they finally add Kevin Durant. (48:51)
Mitch and Steve wonder if Arizona ever considered Eric Bieniemy for a role with the Cardinals. Should he have been considered for OC? Head coach? Plus, predictions for the Arizona Diamondbacks' opening day roster. (39:32)
Mitch and Steve react to the hire and introduction press conference of Jonathan Gannon. What took the Arizona Cardinals so long to make this decision? Plus, maybe the strangest press conference in Arizona Sports history. (45:29)
Mitch and Steve react to the great first week Mat Ishbia has had as owner of the Phoenix Suns. The best thing he did has nothing to do with Kevin Durant! Plus, how concerning is it that candidates are saying no to opportunities with the Arizona Cardinals? (38:32)
Mitch and Steve give their initial reactions to Suns acquiring Kevin Durant. What are the next steps for the Suns? Who is their fifth starter? Plus, the latest on the Arizona Cardinals' search for their next head coach. (45:21)
Mitch and Steve react to the latest rumors linked to the Phoenix Suns. What will they get for Jae Crowder? What happens if they can't make the trade? (45:43)
Mitch and Steve look at the latest NFL head coaching news around the league and connected to the Cardinals. Who is most likely to get the job? Plus, are the guys feeling buyer's remorse with Deandre Ayton? (48:05)
Mitch and Steve look at the candidates reportedly interviewing for the Cardinals head coach position. Who would be the most likely candidate? Who would be the best? Plus, how have things shifted in the trade market for the Phoenix Suns? (41:40)
Mitch and Steve react to the recent hiring by the Arizona Cardinals and discuss the latest coaching rumors. Plus, have the Suns finally turned a corner? (46:29)
Mitch and Steve talk about the candidates to replace Kliff Kingsbury as head coach of the Cardinals. Who is the best option of the bunch? Plus, where do the Suns stand in the West following another loss last night? (44:56)
Mitch and Steve react to the latest reports surrounding Jae Crowder and where he stands with the Suns organization. There are pieces still missing in the story, however. Plus, is Sean Payton the best option for the Cardinals coaching job? (44:39)
Mitch and Steve look at people who could help the Phoenix Suns right now. Or would it be more helpful to them if they moved pieces out? Plus, what are the latest rumors surrounding the Arizona Cardinals coaches and front office? (45:31)
Mitch and Steve wonder what needs to change with the Phoenix Suns following another loss. Where do they stand with the trade deadline a month away? Plus, how are the Arizona D-backs positioned heading into Spring Training? (51:07)
Mitch and Zach Larson, in for Steve, react to the big stories of the week and weekend. Suns had a bad December. Cardinals starting their fourth QB in as many weeks. D-backs sign a veteran third-baseman. ASU basketball's first matchup with No. 5 U of A. (20:55)
Mitch and Steve share their thoughts on the D-backs trading away Daulton Varsho to the Blue Jays. Was this the right move? Plus, what do we expect from the Cardinals in their final three games? (45:09)
Mitch and Steve react to a report that says Kliff Kingsbury is miserable in his role as head coach. Would he resign from his role? Plus, Suns have some problems and can't respond to bulletin board material. (49:55)
Mitch and Steve wonder if the Cardinals would be successful if they tried to replace head coach Kliff Kingsbury. Would anyone want this job now that Kyler Murray is hurt? Could ownership be a roadblock? (44:01)
Mitch and Steve look ahead to the fourth matchup between the Suns and Pelicans and look at the developing rivalry between them. Plus, can anything else go wrong for the Arizona Cardinals? (47:58)
Darren McKee gives his thoughts on what has happened with the Denver Broncos this season and what is likely to happen with them this offseason. (11:13)
Mitch and Steve wonder if everything is ok with Phoenix's basketball team. How can they fix their problems? Plus, who wins the Heisman trophy, and did you see hear about what happened at Mullett Arena? (38:25)
Mitch and Steve react to another Suns loss at the hands of the Pelicans and the extracurricular activities that followed. Plus, why Cardinals/Patriots is more about the coaches than the players. (46:16)
Tyler Drake helps preview the matchup between the Cardinals and Patriots Monday night and says what he will be watching in the final five games of the season. (11:36)
Mitch and Zach Larson, in for Steve, try to create a path to the playoffs for the Cardinals. What has to happen outside of them defeating the LA Chargers on Sunday? Plus, are the Phoenix Suns in a rush to get Chris Paul back? (42:50)
Mitch and Zach Larson, in for Steve, react to a Suns win over the Detroit Pistons and look at the positives, and the negatives, resulting from the game. Plus, what's next for ASU football? (49:02)
Mitch and Steve react to the news that Cam Johnson will be out for tonight's game against the Portland Trailblazers. Plus, the Arizona Cardinals get punter help. (23:09)
Mitch and Steve wonder why the recently acquired wide receiver is not seeing time on the field. Is there a continued disconnect between the front office and the coaching staff? (44:57)
Mitch and Steve react to the latest Phoenix Suns loss to the Portland Trailblazers and the latest injury to Cam Johnson. How will the Suns bounce back and adjust without one of their best perimeter shooters? (46:48)
Jon Bloom laments the recent loss to Portland and whether or not he dreads too much over the two-minute report. Also, what's different about this year's Suns team vs last years? (11:58)
