Analyzing ASU baseball after firing of head coach Tracy Smith

Sun Devil Source Report: An ASU Football Podcast

In this episode of The Sun Devil Source Report Podcast, host Mason Kern is joined by publisher Chris Karpman and staff reporter Jacob Rudner as they analyze Arizona State Vice President for University Athletics Ray Anderson's decision to fire Sun Devil head baseball coach Tracy Smith after seven seasons with the program, as well as viable categories and candidates to replace him. The group also discusses a segment on ASU football recruiting now that the 14-month long dead period has ended. Covered in this episode: -- How Sun Devil Source broke the story of Smith's firing -- The timing of Anderson's decision -- Smith's lackluster resume at ASU and the state of the program -- Roster situation and potential player retention -- The importance of keeping assistant coaches Jason Kelly and Michael Earley -- Sun Devil Source coaching hot board with a categorical breakdown of candidates -- ASU football recruiting overview including official visitors for June