Freshman Joe Forbes' first career homer gave Arizona a 6-5 victory over Houston. But the Wildcats still lost the series and face long odds to make the Big 12 Tournament.
Tucson is a breeding ground for MLB managers | Greg Hansen- Greg Hansen
Greg Hansen's Notebook: Fourteen former Tucson Toros/Sidewinders and UA baseball players were (and are) big league managers. Can any city top that?
- Greg Hansen
Greg Hansen's Notebook: ASU's president had some choice words about Arizona men's basketball while introducing the Sun Devils new coach: "We have to quiet the barking dog to the south."
- Michael Lev
Arizona Wildcats baseball notebook: On departing senior Matthew Martinez’s versatility and value; yet another season-ending injury; the secrets to Beau Sylvester’s success at the plate; and more.
Arizona's Beau Sylvester (right) and Matthew Martinez meet the media after the UA's win over New Mexico State on Wednesday at Hi Corbett Field (video by Michael Lev / Tucson.com)
- Michael Lev
Arizona sophomore RHP Smith Bailey will miss the remainder of the season because of a shoulder injury. He's the fifth pitcher and 10th Wildcat to go down for the year.
- Michael Lev
The Arizona baseball team got swept by No. 11 Kansas, which has a four-game lead in the Big 12 standings and hasn't lost a conference home game all season.
Greg Hansen's Notebook: Arizona men's golf coach Jim Anderson is delivering. We issue grades for Anderson's performance along with marks for other former UA athletic director Greg Byrne hires.
Greg Hansen's Notebook: Chip Hale's Arizona baseball team continues to struggle a season after climbing to the top. But he follows other legendary coaches who have stumbled.
Arizona Wildcats baseball notebook: On the continuing excellence at the plate of redshirt freshman Tony Lira; Corey Kling’s emergence as a multi-inning weapon out of the bullpen; and more.
Redshirt freshman Tony Lira, who leads Arizona in several hitting categories, explains how he attacks pitchers and makes adjustments (video by Michael Lev / Arizona Daily Star)
Arizona left-hander Luc Fladda was named Big 12 co-Pitcher of the Week after recording 11 strikeouts without walking a batter in six-plus scoreless innings against BYU.
The Pima baseball team ends its season with a 28-25 record, while the softball team remains in first place with a week to go in the regular season.
Francisco Rivero Jr. wanted to start his pro baseball career ASAP. Then MLB threw him a curveball. He landed in a good place, starting and starring at Canyon Del Oro.
Canyon Del Oro High School catcher and UA signee Francisco Rivero Jr. on his pregame rituals, favorite musical artists, snacks and more (video by Michael Lev / Arizona Daily Star)
Greg Hansen's Notebook: A former Arizona baseball walk-on who made his mark on the U of A in many ways has died at 95 years old.
Arizona senior shortstop Mathis Meurant talks about playing in front of his mom — who flew in from Paris — and what his baseball future holds (video by Michael Lev / Arizona Daily Star)
Arizona Wildcats baseball notebook: On Chip Hale’s quest to find "the next group" amid the Wildcats’ ongoing struggles; Mathis Meurant’s family reunion and future plans; and more.
Arizona baseball lost 8-4 to BYU, dropping the series to the Cougars after winning the opener. Despite six straight home games, Arizona failed to move up the Big 12 ladder.
Arizona Wildcats baseball notebook: On the evolving relationship between first-year UA pitching coach Sean Kenny and his charges; veteran outfielder TJ Adams’ frustrations and contributions; and more.
Arizona pitching coach Sean Kenny discusses his unique first season, which recently featured a stellar performance by Smith Bailey (video by Michael Lev / Arizona Daily Star)
Greg Hansen's Notebook: xxxx
Interact With Us
America commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026. Here's how our community is marking this historic milestone.
Affiliate. Learn how to buy WLFI Token in this step by step guide for beginners.
Affiliate. Learn how to create and use a Solana wallet, stake SOL, swap tokens, bridge assets, and stay secure with Best Wallet’s multi-chain features.
Affiliate. Learn what a Web3 wallet is, how to set one up, and how to stay safe while exploring DeFi, NFTs, and new crypto coins with beginner‑friendly apps like Best Wallet.
Affiliate. Find out which crypto coins you should watch closely in 2025.
Arizona can't take advantage of 15 strikeouts in six innings by starter Smith Bailey as KSU gets to the bullpen in an 11-1 loss, April 18, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona sophomore right-hander Smith Bailey was named the Big 12 Pitcher of the Week after striking out a career-high 15 batters over six shutout innings against Kansas State.
Michael Lev column: Arizona baseball needs to start winning series. If not, the Wildcats’ only path to the postseason — winning the Big 12 Tournament — won’t be available.
Arizona baseball players TJ Adams and Cash Brennan talk to the media after the UA's 11-7 win over Kansas State on Sunday (video by Michael Lev / Arizona Daily Star)
The Arizona baseball team rebounded from a pair of gut-wrenching defeats to beat Kansas State 11-7 and avoid a series sweep. TJ Adams and Maddox Mihalakis homered for the UA.
Arizona Wildcats baseball notebook: On the UA bullpen finally rounding into form following the “shock” of closer Tony Pluta’s injury; Pluta’s status and future plans; and more.
Arizona baseball coach Chip Hale explains why the Wildcats' bullpen has gotten better and the role Garrett Hicks has played in it (video by Michael Lev / Arizona Daily Star)
Andrew Cain homered and drove in the go-ahead run, and Garrett Hicks threw three scoreless innings to earn the win as Arizona baseball defeated rival ASU 5-3 in 11 innings.