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Athletics give Arizona students front-row seat to sports careers during Cactus League
MESA – Arizona State and Grand Canyon students had opportunities to work for a professional baseball franchise during spring training. The Athletics’ program gives local college students a chance to gain valuable hands-on experience.
Two-time World Series champion Jorge Soler brings power, playoff pedigree to Los Angeles Angels lineup
TEMPE – Veteran outfielder Jorge Soler was traded to the Angels in the offseason – his sixth different ball club – and after a strong spring training, he’s expected to bat cleanup to help the organization end its playoff drought.
Coming home: Los Angeles Angels veteran Kyle Hendricks embarks on new chapter in ‘dream come true’
TEMPE – Kyle Hendricks grew up in Newport Beach, California, not far from Angel Stadium. Now, the 11-year veteran who has spent his entire MLB career with the Chicago Cubs is finally getting a chance to play for the Angels, his favorite childhood team.
‘In my prime’: Former AL batting champion Tim Anderson seeks career revival with Los Angeles Angels
TEMPE – Tim Anderson, one of MLB’s best hitters from 2018 to 2021, has signed a minor league deal with the Angels to return to his true form.
Moore to come: Is top Los Angeles Angels prospect next big hit in Anaheim?
TEMPE – Angels top prospect Christian Moore was drafted in the first round in the 2024 MLB draft. He is now competing for an opening day roster spot and is the top prospect in the Angels farm system.
Balancing act: The Dennys navigate family ties in Casteel High baseball’s pursuit of a three-peat
QUEEN CREEK – As Casteel High in Queen Creek, Matt Denny is learning to balance his role as coach with that of a father. His son Baylor has grown up around the game, but never played for his dad until arriving at Casteel.
Next batter up: Hamilton High’s Boston Kellner eyes state championship, 2025 MLB Draft
CHANDLER — Boston Kellner, a senior at Hamilton High School and a top 90 MLB draft prospect, grew up in Minnesota, then moved to Colorado and is now in The Grand Canyon State with his biggest season approaching.
Four-ce of habit? Winners of three straight state titles, reigning champs Perry High eye return to title game
GILBERT – Perry Basketball seeks to capture its fourth state title in a row and has been ranked No. 1 in Arizona the past few years.
WM Phoenix Open Day 3: Thomas Detry eyes first PGA Tour victory
SCOTTSDALE – Thomas Detry has found success in golf but a PGA Tour victory has eluded him. That could change with the way he is playing in the WM Phoenix Open.
