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ASU sophomore shortstop Jeremy McCuin (10) picks up the ball in an attempt to throw to first base during game two of a baseball series versus Loyola Marymount University in Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Saturday, March 4, 2017. ASU lost 3-2.

ASU baseball head coach Tracy Smith on Pac-12 woes: ‘It’s been tough’

Despite a win over UNLV on Tuesday night, ASU baseball's Pac-12 performance as of late has left much to be desired.

By Matt Layman | April 12, 2017

ASU junior Lena Mihailovic (9) rises up to shoot during a water polo match versus the no. 3 UCLA Bruins at Mona Plummer Aquatic Center in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday, April 8, 2018. ASU lost 13-5.

State Press Sports Shots of the Week

A collection of the week's greatest ASU sports photos through the eyes of State Press staff photographer Josh Orcutt.

By State Press photo desk | April 12, 2017

ASU senior catcher Zach Cerbo (30) catches a pitch during game three of a baseball series against the UCLA Bruins at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on April 2, 2017.

State Press Sports Shots of the Week

It's baseball season! So get excited for spring with this week's best baseball photos from State Press staff photographer Josh Orcutt.

By State Press photo desk | April 5, 2017

ASU freshman infielder/catcher Lyle Lin (27) picks up a ball near first base after knocking it down during game three of a baseball series against the UCLA Bruins at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on April 2, 2017.

ASU baseball blasted by Arizona

The Sun Devils fell to 12-15 on the season after a loss to Arizona on Tuesday

By Mark Harris | April 5, 2017

UCLA junior infielder Chase Strumpf (33) turns the double play as ASU freshman infielder Lyle Lin (27) slides in to second during game three of a baseball series against the UCLA Bruins at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on April 2, 2017.

ASU baseball obliterated 17-4 by UCLA

Zach Cerbo and Andrew Shaps both recorded home runs, but it wasn't enough for the Sun Devils.

By Mark Harris | April 2, 2017

ASU freshman infielder Lyle Lin (27) swings the bat during game two of a baseball series against the Oregon State Beavers at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Friday, March 17, 2017. ASU lost 10-1.

ASU baseball defeats UCLA after late-inning comeback

Freshman Chaz Montoya pitched a strong outing for the Sun Devils, but it took a late rally for ASU baseball to get the best of a thriller with UCLA.

By Matt Layman | April 1, 2017

ASU sophomore outfielder Tyler Williams (25) dives back to first base after an attempted pick-off attempt during game one of a three game baseball series versus the UCLA Bruins at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Friday, March 31, 2017. ASU lost 9-3.

ASU baseball’s Pac-12 struggles continue in series-opening loss to UCLA

Though the Sun Devils had moments where they could do damage, bullpen struggles and a lack of timely hitting ultimately led to a loss.

By Matt Layman | March 31, 2017

Sun Devil freshman infielder Carter Aldrete yells into his helmet after lining out against Loyola Marymount at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix, Ariz. on March 3, 2017.

ASU baseball’s recent struggles follow mistakes, inexperience

Part of ASU's sub-.500 record is thanks to the team's youth, but not all of it. Veteran players have led the team in errors, and the Sun Devils need to right the ship.

By Matt Layman | March 30, 2017

ASU freshman outfielder Hunter Bishop (24) hits a ball foul during a baseball game against the UNLV Rebels at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix, Arizona on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. ASU won 5-4.

ASU baseball's sophomore pitcher leads team to a midweek win over UNLV

Sophomore outfielder Tyler Williams' home run lead ASU to the 5-4 victory.

By Mark Harris | March 28, 2017

Former ASU baseball slugger Barry Bonds smiles in the dugout before an on-field ceremony at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix, Arizona on March 28, 2017.

Barry Bonds talks college baseball at ASU

Former big-league slugger and all-time homers leader Barry Bonds came back to where it all started: ASU.

By Matt Layman | March 28, 2017

ASU sophomore outfielder Gage Canning (12) picks up a ball after it landed in front of him during game three of a baseball series against the Oregon State Beavers at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Saturday, March 18, 2017. ASU lost 4-0.

ASU baseball drops series at USC, has now lost five of last six

After suffering a sweep at home to Oregon State, the Sun Devils went on the road and lost a series with USC.

By Matt Layman | March 26, 2017

Team meeting after series loss to Oregon State motivated ASU baseball

A team meeting after a series sweep by Oregon State has ASU baseball ready for the rest of the season.

By Mark Harris | March 23, 2017

Barry Bonds to be honored by ASU baseball

Former Sun Devil and baseball legend Barry Bonds will throw out the ceremonial first pitch against UNLV on Tuesday.

By Tyler Rittenhouse | March 22, 2017

ASU freshman infielder Carter Aldrete (21) tries to throw out a runner at first base during game three of a baseball series against the Oregon State Beavers at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Saturday, March 18, 2017. ASU lost 4-0.

ASU baseball’s freshmen proving 'unphased' by big responsibilites

As the middle of the Sun Devil lineup has been mostly comprised of freshmen, ASU’s younger players are producing at the plate.

By Matt Layman | March 21, 2017

ASU freshman outfielder Hunter Bishop (24) dives back to first base after the Beavers pitcher threw it to the first baseman during game two of a baseball series against the Oregon State Beavers at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Friday, March 17, 2017. ASU lost 10-1.

Sun Devil bats quieted by Oregon State baseball in second straight loss

After a shutout on Thursday, ASU baseball plated just one run against Oregon State pitching on Friday afternoon.

By Matt Layman | March 17, 2017

ASU junior infielder Andrew Snow (4) underhand throws a ball during game two of a baseball series versus Loyola Marymount University in Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Saturday, March 4, 2017. ASU lost 3-2.

ASU baseball finishes on losing end of pitcher’s duel in Pac-12 opener

As the Beavers’ starting pitcher looked lights out, the Sun Devils’ Eli Lingos surrendered two runs and got the loss.

By Matt Layman | March 16, 2017

ASU junior infielder Taylor Lane (47) fields a throw at first base during game two of a baseball series versus Loyola Marymount University in Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Saturday, March 4, 2017. ASU lost 3-2.

ASU baseball’s lineup still in flux entering Pac-12 play

As the Sun Devils look to their Pac-12 opener, there are still some roles that haven’t been solidified.

By Matt Layman | March 14, 2017

ASU junior pitcher Eli Lingos (15) pitches the ball to the plate

Sun Devil baseball sweeps Long Beach State with three straight comeback wins

The Sun Devils will carry a three-game win streak heading into Thursday’s Pac-12 opener.

By Matt Layman | March 12, 2017

ASU junior outfielder Ryan Lillard (5) dives back to first base on a pickoff attempt during a baseball game versus the New Mexico State Aggies at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix, Arizona on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017. ASU won 12-5.

ASU baseball pounds New Mexico State 12-5

The Sun Devils beat New Mexico State after coming back from an early falter.

By Mark Harris | March 1, 2017

ASU sophomore starting pitcher Zach Dixon (6) tosses the ball to first base after a Cowboys batter hit it in front of the mound during a baseball game versus the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017. ASU lost the game 18-4. (Josh Orcutt/State Press)

ASU baseball wins opener and loses series to No. 1 Texas Christian University

The Sun Devils won in game one but weren’t able to hold leads in game two and three in a series loss at TCU.

By Mark Harris and Matt Layman | February 26, 2017

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