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Diamondbacks option RHP Cristian Mena after MLB debut, recall Joe Jacques
LOS ANGELES — The Arizona Diamondbacks optioned pitching prospect Cristian Mena to Triple-A Reno following his major league debut Wednesday at the Los Angeles Dodgers. Arizona recalled left-hander Joe Jacques ahead of Thursday’s series finale in Los Angeles for bullpen coverage. Mena faced adversity right away in his...
Activists fret Phoenix homeless could be targeted after SCOTUS ruling
WASHINGTON -- Advocates for homeless people in Arizona fear the Supreme Court has raised the risk of violence at the hands of police by upholding ordinances that criminalize sleeping in public ...
Every MLB Franchise’s Mount Rushmore (Plus 1)
Randy Johnson — Luis Gonzalez — Curt Schilling — Paul Goldschmidt — Steve Finley. Johnson won four-straight Cy Youngs and went a remarkable 103-49 over six seasons. Schilling finished second behind Johnson for the Cy in ’01 and ’02 while going 45-13. The two aces also shared the ’01 World Series MVP honors. Finley smashed 130 homers and won two Gold Gloves for the Snakes between ’99-03. Through the ’01 postseason, Finley hit a remarkable .365. From ’99-06, Gonzalez led the team at the dish — peaking in ’01 when he tallied 57 HR, 142 RBI and slashed .325/.429/.688. One of the two greatest position players in franchise history, Goldschmidt established himself as one of the best players in baseball from ’13-18. Six All-Star nods, three Gold Gloves and four Silver Sluggers later, Goldy cemented his place in Diamondback lore.
Matchup vs. Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever nets most-watched game of Diana Taurasi’s WNBA career
Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi has enjoyed one of the most storied careers in the history of the WNBA. The 42-year-old was drafted No. 1 overall by the Mercury in the 2024 WNBA draft. Taurasi has gone on to become the WNBA’s all-time career scoring leader, a three-time WNBA champion, a two-time WNBA Finals MVP, the 2009 WNBA MVP and an 11-time WNBA All-Star. In her first career matchup against Taurasi and the Mercury, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever made history. A game that was billed as The GOAT vs. The Rook wound up with the rookie delivered ratings that Taurasi’s WNBA...
Outdoor smoking banned at Maricopa County regional parks to mitigate fire risk
PHOENIX – If you’re planning to visit a Maricopa County regional park during the Fourth of July holiday weekend, leave your cigarettes in your vehicle or at home. Outdoor smoking in the parks was banned Monday, as officials expanded existing fire restrictions. Lighting up is permitted only within enclosed vehicles and campers.
WNBA Reveals All-Star Game Jerseys with a Surprising Twist
The WNBA has unveiled its 2024 All-Star Game uniforms, showcasing a fresh look for the star-studded event. This year's All-Star Game, set for July 20 in Phoenix, introduces a unique Team WNBA vs. Team USA format, where the entire Olympic team will face off against 12 WNBA All-Stars. This ...
ASU baseball pitcher Thomas Burns entered transfer portal, commits to Texas
The effect of the transfer portal in college sports has seen many athletes change from school to school and ASU baseball has lost one of its stars. Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!. On X (formerly Twitter), former Arizona State pitcher Thomas Burns announced that he...
Maricopa's APEX Motor Club Proposes Expansion, Public Input Sought at Upcoming Planning Meeting
The City of Maricopa is expected to accelerate its traction in the high-octane realm of motor sports with APEX Motor Club's latest development push. The burgeoning hub for automotive enthusiasts, APEX LANDCO LLC, has applied for a major Development Review Permit to add four new garage condominium buildings within its current footprint. The proposed expansion sits on the northwest corner where W. SR-238 meets N. Ralston Rd., a key part of Maricopa's incorporated territory.
Arizona Baseball Roster Saves Key Players From NCAA Transfer Portal
Arizona baseball managed to navigate the NCAA transfer portal with minimal impact, losing nine players who contributed little in the previous season but gaining four potentially key additions for the upcoming season in the Big 12 Conference. Out of the nine players lost to the transfer portal, they collectively accounted...
Anthem hosting 25th anniversary Independence Day event
Anthem will host its 25th anniversary Independence Day event on Wednesday, July 3, at Community Park. The event will start at 5:30 p.m. and will include several activities for the whole family, including inflatable water rides, food vendors, music, and a firework show to end the night. Everything at the...
Video of Valley non-profit helping double amputee Mesa woman struggling with fentanyl addiction goes viral
MESA, Ariz. — For years, the 65-year-old Mesa woman who goes by the moniker "Mama-Jo" has lived on the streets, suffering from severe addiction to fentanyl. The founder of a Valley non-profit is stepping up to help her, and is encouraging others to do the same through the use of the social media platform Tiktok.
Tempe family without AC for nearly one month; city gives apartment complex until Friday to fix it
TEMPE (AZFamily) — Three siblings in Tempe say their apartment has been without air conditioning for almost one month. With temperatures so high in the Valley, AC is a necessity. Living without it has made them feel unsafe and worried about their health. The Joneses say they didn’t make...
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