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Joey DeMichele rounds first base in a game against UC Riverside on Feb. 26. DeMichele tied a career-high five RBI in Thursday’s victory over Saint Louis. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Rodgers, DeMichele lead Sun Devils to win in Coca-Cola Classic

Behind a four-hit complete game by Brady Rodgers, the Sun Devils cruised by Saint Louis 9–1 in the opening game of the Coca-Cola Classic at Surprise Stadium.

By Tyler Emerick | March 1, 2012

Justin Upton works on his swing at batting practice on Monday. Upton and the Diamondbacks are working hard during spring training in hopes of repeating the success the club had last season. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Diamondbacks ready to defend division title

Last year’s improbable pennant run was a blast for Diamondbacks’ faithful, but rest assured — Arizona fans haven't seen anything yet.

By Kyle Newman | March 1, 2012

Pitcher balances fatherhood, grad school

Do you ever feel overwhelmed with school work? One ASU student has you beat. ASU pitcher Adrian Gomez is a father, husband, graduate student and division one athlete.

By Tiana Chavez | March 1, 2012

Max Rossiter defends the plate in a game against UC Riverside on Feb. 26. Rossiter said right-handed pitcher Brady Rodgers is the best pitcher he’s ever worked with. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Baseball ready for Coca-Cola Classic

ASU will take on Saint Louis on Thursday, Northern Illinois on Friday, Winthrop on Saturday and St. Mary’s on Sunday at the Coca-Cola Classic.

By Tyler Emerick | February 29, 2012

Devil Dish: Feb. 29

Spring training marks way more than just the beginning of baseball. It marks the beginning of the good life.

By Troy Lopez | February 28, 2012

Slideshow: 2012 Spring Sports

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By State Press Photo Staff | February 26, 2012

Abe Ruiz tags out a runner in a game against UC Riverside on Saturday. Ruiz continued his season-long hot streak at the plate, hitting his third home run of the season in Friday night’s game against the Highlanders. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Baseball takes two of three from UC Riverside

The duo of Joey DeMichele and Abe Ruiz combined for 13 RBI, eight runs and three homers this weekend as ASU won two out of three games against UC Riverside.

By Tyler Emerick | February 26, 2012

Baseball looking forward to tough competition

After an opening weekend filled with more runs than innings, the ASU baseball team is looking forward to facing a stiffer test.

By Tyler Emerick | February 23, 2012

Former Sun Devil pitcher returns to Arizona wearing new colors

Former ASU pitcher Josh Spence recently returned to Arizona for spring training with the San Diego Padres.

By Tiana Chavez | February 22, 2012

Freshman Brandon Bonilla, son of Major League Baseball all-star Bobby Bonilla and godson of MLB legend and former ASU great Barry Bonds, joins the Sun Devils’ pitching staff this season. (Photo by Tyler Emerick)

Bonilla eager to create own identity, legacy

Brandon Bonilla’s maturity, developed from growing up in the wings of his father, Bobby, and his godfather, Barry Bonds, doesn’t overshadow his love of the game.

By Tyler Emerick | February 20, 2012

Abe Ruiz bats in a game against Western Michigan on Feb. 18. Ruiz had six RBI is the Sun Devils 10-0 win on Friday. (Photo by Tyler Emerick)

Baseball opens season with dominance of Western Michigan

The No. 15 Sun Devils outscored visiting Western Michigan 40-2 over a three-game series to open the 2012 season with a sweep.

By Tyler Emerick | February 19, 2012

Brady Rodgers pitches in a game against Oral Roberts on Mar. 20, 2011. Rodgers will once again start in the Friday night slot and lead the Sun Devils’ pitching staff. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Baseball opens season against Western Michigan

The sunflower seeds are stocked, the field is pristine and the players are anxious. All that’s missing are fans in seats. All of that will come together Friday when the No. 17 Sun Devils host Western Michigan.

By Tyler Emerick | February 16, 2012

The ASU baseball team rallies together before a game against New Mexico on Feb. 20, 2011. The Sun Devils' goal is to be the No. 1 team in the country although they cannot go to the postseason. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Despite NCAA sanctions, baseball remains motivated

Due to NCAA sanctions stemming from a period of infractions under former ASU coach Pat Murphy, the Sun Devils are ineligible for the postseason this year.

By Tyler Emerick | February 9, 2012

Deven Marrero squares up for a bunt in a game against UA on Mar. 27, 2011. Marrero is projected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2012 MLB Draft by various scouting services. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Marrero headlines talented Sun Devils’ roster

The ASU baseball team will rely heavily on Deven Marrero, along with the other two returners, to provide offensive stability for the No. 17 Sun Devils.

By Tyler Emerick | February 8, 2012

Junior pitcher Brady Rodgers fields questions from the media at ASU Baseball Media Day Feb. 7. Rodgers finished the 2011 season with a 9-4 record and expects to be a major part of the team going forward. (Photo by Tyler Emerick)

Rodgers, Barrett to lead ASU pitching staff

At the top of the ASU baseball team’s pitching staff is a group of veteran arms poised to build off a strong 2011 campaign, but behind the returners is uncertainty.

By Tyler Emerick | February 7, 2012

Hamilton's relapse unworthy of media attention

Sure, Hamilton is a superstar in every sense of the term, but is a news frenzy really necessary every time he relapses?

By Kyle Newman | February 6, 2012

Sun Devil baseball looks to woo recruiters

Despite not being eligible for post-season play, MLB recruitment expectations remain high for the 2012 Sun Devil baseball team.

By Tiana Chavez | February 2, 2012

Devil Dish: Feb. 3

Sure, I know the Super Bowl is Sunday, but I’m excited about baseball. Why? Three reasons.

By Devin McIntyre | February 2, 2012

Former ASU baseball player Andre Ethier talks to children at the Chandler/Gilbert Family YMCA Saturday afternoon. (Photo by Diana Lustig)

Andre Ethier talks goals, following dreams with local youth

Miles from where he grew up and blocks from where he now calls home, Andre Ethier spent his Saturday answering questions from a gymnasium full of children at the Chandler/Gilbert Family YMCA.

By Tyler Emerick | January 29, 2012

Devil Dish: Jan. 18

Twenty guys riding bikes in the dirt at the Monster Energy AMA Supercross event drew almost 10,400 more fans than the Diamondbacks did in their postseason game against the Milwaukee Brewers.

By Tyler Emerick | January 17, 2012

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