MLB to distribute $1.5 million in free tickets to essential workers

Major League Baseball and its teams said Thursday they will distribute $1.5 million in free tickets this regular season to essential workers of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Arizona Diamondbacks to allow 20,000 fans into games

The Arizona Diamondbacks will welcome 20,000 fans at their games in downtown Phoenix. Not only is this good for fans, but also for nearby businesses who were impacted by the pandemic.

MLB to relax virus protocols when 85% on field vaccinated

Card games, car pools and eating at restaurants may be back in the major leagues later this season. Trips to church and sponsor events may return, too.

MadBum gets opening day start on mound for Diamondbacks

Manager Torey Lovullo said the four-time All-Star would lead the rotation despite a rough 2020 season, when he had a 1-4 record and 6.48 ERA.

D-backs pitcher Gallen has hairline fracture in forearm

Gallen hurt his forearm after getting jammed while taking batting practice nearly two weeks ago. He said the injury doesn’t affect most of his pitches, but he feels some discomfort when throwing his curveball.

D-backs’ Clippard has shoulder sprain, out at least 6 weeks

Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Tyler Clippard said the injury was diagnosed as a “capsule sprain” and his shoulder will be re-evaluated at the end of six weeks of rest.

Minor league Cubs player arrested over drugs in Colorado

A minor league baseball player is facing drug charges after police in Colorado found 21 pounds of methamphetamine and 1.2 pounds of oxycodone pills in his Chicago Cubs duffel bag.

D-backs stand pat, ready to show rough 2020 was a fluke

D-backs manager Torey Lovullo and GM Mike Hazen don’t have any real excuses for the team’s 25-35 finish last year that placed them last in the National League West.

Drone helps keep spring training fans safe from COVID-19 in Surprise

Spring Training 2021 took place amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and officials in Surprise found a high-tech way to help keep visitors safe from COVID-19 and other illnesses.

D-backs coach McKay breaks rib, cuts spleen in dugout fall

Arizona Diamondbacks first base coach Dave McKay suffered a broken rib and lacerated spleen after tripping in the dugout during a game against the San Francisco Giants.

Astros missing eight pitchers at camp due to health and safety protocols

Astros manager Dusty Baker said Friday the team now has eight pitchers staying away from their spring training camp in West Palm Beach, Fla. due to health and safety protocols. 

D-backs Calhoun has meniscus tear, surgery upcoming

Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said that he wasn’t sure whether the injury would cause Calhoun to miss opening day on April 1.

Playball! Spring training starts back up at Goodyear Ballpark
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Spring training is back in the Valley! The Goodyear Ballpark held its first game of the season over the weekend, with limited fans in attendance amid the pandemic. FOX 10's Ty Brennan reports.

'Been waiting a year and a half': Fans enjoying return to spring training games during pandemic

Fans headed back to Salt River Fields to watch the Arizona Diamondbacks play a game of baseball on a cool Valley Sunday. It's been more than a year since fans could watch the team in person since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Despite ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, food vendors are looking forward to Spring Training

2020 was a tough year for many food vendors due to the still ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but they are looking forward to 2021's Spring Training season as a way to catch up.

Former MLB players renovate Scottsdale homeless shelter
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Former Major League Baseball Players are helping to renovate the Chrysalis Transitional Housing Facility in Scottsdale. The renovation project includes the transformation of the community kitchen, family living space, computer and media area, outdoor recreational area, landscaping, lighting, painting, furniture, computers and electronics.

MLB spring training still a hot ticket in Arizona

The Arizona Diamondbacks sold out their entire spring allotment of tickets in less than 24 hours after they went on sale to the public.