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Here’s what to expect from the Phoenix Mercury during the FIBA World Cup

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury will be split across two continents over the next two weeks, with three players chasing a gold medal for their countries while the rest of the roster uses the league’s break to reset and prepare for what comes next. The FIBA World Cup starts this Friday in Berlin, Germany, with […]

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Cardinals’ Michael Wilson ‘likely to be free agent’ after 2026 season

GLENDALE – After the Arizona Cardinals attempted to work toward a contract extension with wide receiver Michael Wilson, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, a deal may not get done. This gives a realistic scenario where Wilson could be headed for free agency after the season. Will Michael Wilson stay in Arizona after the 2026-27 NFL […]

D-backs fans react to Ketel Marte’s off-day following his return

PHOENIX – The Ketel Marte saga was supposed to begin moving toward the rearview mirror. Instead, Arizona’s lineup for their Wednesday matinee matchup in their series finale against the Phillies created another chapter. Marte is not in Arizona’s lineup for the series finale against Philadelphia. While general manager Mike Hazen said the day off was […]

Why is Ketel Marte out of the D-backs’ lineup for Phillies finale?

PHOENIX – The Diamondbacks are treating Ketel Marte’s latest absence as a calculated decision, not a warning sign. Marte was left out of Wednesday’s lineup after serving as Arizona’s designated hitter in each of the previous two games against Philadelphia. Ketel Marte not starting for D-backs on Wednesday against Phillies: Wednesday matinee. pic.twitter.com/B46itsYl3f — Arizona […]

Diamondbacks add two back to roster, lose Ryan Thompson for the season

PHOENIX — With MLB rosters expanding in the final stretch of the regular season, the Arizona Diamondbacks reinstated two players from the injured list while moving a pitcher who may already have played his final game in Sedona Red. We have made the following roster moves: pic.twitter.com/ifeeh2EM5U — Arizona Diamondbacks (@Dbacks) September 1, 2026 According […]

Curt Schilling shares controversial take about Ketel Marte’s return

PHOENIX – The situation surrounding Ketel Marte isn’t slowing down, and many are sharing their opinions, including former D-backs SP Curt Schilling. The former Diamondbacks ace and co-MVP of Arizona’s 2001 World Series team took to X and essentially challenged the public explanation surrounding Marte’s controversial absence from Fenway Park. Schilling argued that he did […]

How many games does ESPN have the Phoenix Suns winning in 2026-27?

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns enter the 2026-27 season with expectations that look very different from where they were a year ago. ESPN projects the Suns to finish 42-40 and land eighth in the Western Conference, putting them in the play-in tournament. The prediction comes after a 45-37 season in which Phoenix not only outperformed […]

Ketel Marte ‘didn’t expect boos’ from D-backs fans in return

PHOENIX – For years, Ketel Marte has been one of the faces of the Arizona Diamondbacks and a fan favorite. After missing the team’s series in Boston, Marte returned to Arizona and was immediately placed under a microscope. Marte was met with split boos and cheers, but was taken aback when he heard some Arizona […]

Former Mercury Center Kalani Brown Signs with Las Vegas Aces

PHOENIX — Former Phoenix Mercury center Kalani Brown has signed with the Las Vegas Aces for the remainder of the season, the team announced via X on Saturday morning.   𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋: The Aces have signed Kalani Brown. Welcome to Las Vegas, @kalanibrown21! 🎰 #ALLINLV pic.twitter.com/U7Ymodkx7V — Las Vegas Aces (@LVAces) August 29, 2026 Brown was […]

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D-Backs fans are left without a message from Ketel Marte after his return

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star Ketel Marte took responsibility for how he handled his recent absence, addressing everyone he affected except for one group: the fans. Marte spoke to the media Monday afternoon ahead of the club’s three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies, acknowledging he could have handled the situation differently after failing to show […]

Ketel Marte speaks out about his D-backs absence before return

PHOENIX – Ketel Marte addressed the media after his decision not to show up for the first game of Arizona’s series against the Boston Red Sox became a major source of frustration. He admitted he was frustrated, didn’t want to talk about what he was dealing with, and ultimately made the decision himself after waking […]

Why the Diamondbacks’ next series could be their biggest yet

PHOENIX — August is coming to a close, but the Arizona Diamondbacks are preparing for possibly one of their biggest series of the season, one that will test their grit and chemistry with postseason implications at stake. They will open a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies, who are also playing to remain in the […]

Is Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort officially on the hot seat?

GLENDALE – The arrival of Mike LaFleur gives the Cardinals a new coaching era, but it should not give general manager Monti Ossenfort unlimited time. If Arizona fails to make meaningful progress, the questions about Ossenfort’s roster construction will become unavoidable. The Arizona Cardinals have changed coaches, changed quarterbacks and changed direction. Now, the spotlight should […]

How will D-backs fans react to Ketel Marte’s return to lineup?

PHOENIX – The wildcard race is heating up, and the Arizona Diamondbacks’ game on Monday night against the Philadelphia Phillies will have a lot of implications, though eyes will be mainly on Ketel Marte and his return to the D-backs’ lineup. Ketel Marte set to return for Diamondbacks: Marte is expected to return against Philadelphia […]

Was the Kelsey Plum trade really worth it for the Mercury?

PHOENIX — With All-Star Kelsey Plum announcing her withdrawal from the FIBA World Cup and that she will not play for the rest of the season, the trade the Phoenix Mercury made for her earlier in August is now under the microscope. Was the trade ultimately worth it? *Get the BEST Phoenix sports insider information, […]

WNBA fans roast Mercury’s Kelsey Plum trade after injury news

PHOENIX – For Phoenix Mercury fans, Kelsey Plum’s season-ending injury is about more than one player missing games. It has forced the franchise to confront an uncomfortable question that WNBA fans around the league are asking about the trade that brought her to Phoenix: was it the right move for the franchise’s future? Fans call […]

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Has Kelsey Plum played her last game for the Phoenix Mercury?

PHOENIX – The Phoenix Mercury’s decision to acquire Kelsey Plum was always going to come with some risk. Now, that risk is looking much bigger. Phoenix officially ruled Plum out for the remainder of the 2026 season Monday because of a lower left leg injury. The five-time All-Star and two-time WNBA champion played just five […]

DeWanna Bonner makes Dream debut after Mercury buyout, reflects on choosing Atlanta

ATLANTA — DeWanna Bonner may have a new team, but the goal remains the same: Complement a roster to go on a deep postseason run. The former Phoenix Mercury forward made her Atlanta Dream debut Sunday, scoring seven points, grabbing four rebounds and adding two assists and a steal in 16 minutes during the club’s […]

Diamondbacks veterans are ready to move on from the Ketel Marte drama

PHOENIX — With the Arizona Diamondbacks playing for their playoff lives, a group of veteran players made a simple calculation: Whatever happened with Ketel Marte, winning has to come first. The Arizona Republic’s Nick Piecoro reported Sunday morning that five players, including Corbin Carroll, Geraldo Perdomo, Nolan Arenado, Merrill Kelly and Eduardo Rodriguez, spoke with […]

Phoenix Mercury find plenty of offense in rout of Toronto Tempo

PHOENIX — On a night without four of their own, including All-Stars Kahleah Copper and Kelsey Plum, the Phoenix Mercury turned to their depth Saturday and got a glimpse of what it could provide. The Mercury routed the Toronto Tempo 101-69 heading into the FIBA break on a high note, with contributions coming from nearly […]

Former Arizona Cardinal weighs in on D-Backs’ Ketel Marte situation

PHOENIX — The recent controversy surrounding Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star Ketel Marte has left the baseball world, with a former Cardinals linebacker now weighing in. Since Marte’s no-show at Fenway Park on Aug. 17, questions about trust, accountability and what happens inside a clubhouse when a star player’s actions leave teammates searching for answers have risen. […]

Phoenix Suns’ future and front office ranked one of worst in NBA

PHOENIX – Despite a nine-game win increase from year-to-year, the Phoenix Suns stocks among other NBA franchises didn’t improve according to some experts. Bleacher Report’s Grant Hughes and CBS Sports Sam Quinn ranked the franchise’s future and front office the fourth-worst in the NBA. Hughes discussed the Bradley Beal dead money as a major part […]