About
Alex Weiner is the Arizona Diamondbacks beat reporter for Arizona Sports and serves as a web editor for the station. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Alex moved to Arizona in 2017 to attend Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. He covered college athletics for four years and began covering Diamondbacks games part-time in 2022 before transitioning to a full-time role in 2023. When he’s not reporting, Alex enjoys exploring nature, observing wildlife, and watching movies.
Expertise
- Sports and news writing
- Multimedia reporting
- Copy editing
- Photography
Education
- Arizona State University – Bachelor’s degree in Sports Journalism
- Minors in Digital Audiences and National Parks and Protected Lands Management
Achievements & Awards
- Won a Sports Emmy for interactive experience with NBC Sports during the Tokyo Olympics
- Covered the 2022 Winter Olympics for NBCOlympics.com
- Reported on the Diamondbacks’ full 2023 postseason run across multimedia platforms
Social Media Profiles
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 17, 2026How did Eduardo Rodriguez pitch in World Baseball Classic championship game?
Diamondbacks pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez gave Venezuelan fans a lot to cheer for during the World Baseball Classic title game against Team USA.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 17, 2026NL West outlook: Diamondbacks likely need to finish 2nd to make postseason
The Diamondbacks, Padres and Giants look like potentially good teams with questions marks, and there could be one spot open for three teams.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 16, 2026Eduardo Rodriguez pegged to pitch for Venezuela against USA in World Baseball Classic final
The last Diamondbacks player in the World Baseball Classic, Eduardo Rodriguez, will pitch for Venezuela against the United States in the title game.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 16, 2026Corbin Burnes focused on command in build-up as way to pick up where he left off
Diamondbacks ace Corbin Burnes is in a difficult part of his rehab mentally, having to trust the process when the team prepares for Opening Day.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 15, 2026Geraldo Perdomo’s epic at-bat ends with brutal call, as USA eliminates Dominican Republic
Geraldo Perdomo showed what makes him a special hitter in a clutch at-bat against Mason Miller in the WBC, but it ended with a brutal call.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 13, 2026Diamondbacks’ Merrill Kelly not optimistic he will start season on time
Diamondbacks starter Merrill Kelly made his 2026 debut on Friday, but he said after the start that he "won't be ready to break camp."
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 13, 2026Gabriel Moreno scratched with forearm tightness, undergoing imaging
Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno was scratched from the lineup on Friday with right forearm tightness, manager Torey Lovullo said.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 12, 2026Projecting the Diamondbacks’ Opening Day lineup with 2 weeks until games count
What will the Arizona Diamondbacks' lineup look like on Opening Day. Here's a projection with two weeks until the season begins.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 12, 2026Ketel Marte among 7 Diamondbacks players advancing in World Baseball Classic
Here is a list of which Arizona Diamondbacks players have advanced to the quarterfinal round of the World Baseball Classic.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 11, 2026Corbin Carroll says hand not ‘perfect but manageable’ after making spring debut
Diamondbacks OF Corbin Carroll was not surprised to be back on the field so soon on Wednesday, saying he's on track for Opening Day.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 11, 2026Zac Gallen named Diamondbacks’ Opening Day starter
The Diamondbacks named Zac Gallen their Opening Day starter on Wednesday, as Gallen will sub in for Merrill Kelly against the Dodgers.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 10, 2026Diamondbacks set return dates for Corbin Carroll, Merrill Kelly
Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll will return on Wednesday and starting pitcher Merrill Kelly on Friday in spring training.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 9, 2026Diamondbacks honored by state of Arizona for reaching charitable giving milestone
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs proclaimed March 9 as D-backs Give Back Day to honor the Diamondbacks for $100 million in charitable giving.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 9, 2026Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll, Merrill Kelly expected to play spring training games this week
Diamondbacks OF Corbin Carroll and RHP Merrill Kelly are scheduled to make their 2026 debuts this week in spring training, Torey Lovullo said.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 9, 2026Mexico’s manager predicts breakout season for Alek Thomas after hot WBC start
Diamondbacks OF Alek Thomas is off to a hot start in the World Baseball Classic, and his manager set lofty expectations for the upcoming season.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 8, 2026Jorge Barrosa, Tim Tawa need to take next step as Diamondbacks role players
The Diamondbacks need a couple young players who graduated prospect status to take steps in their development: Jorge Barrosa and Tim Tawa.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 8, 2026Diamondbacks reassign Ryan Waldschmidt to minor leagues, Jose Fernandez optioned
Several Diamondbacks young hitters are heading to minor league camp, a list that includes Ryan Waldschmidt, Jose Fernandez and Tommy Troy.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 7, 2026Michael Soroka fires 97 mph in World Baseball Classic start for Canada
Diamondbacks pitcher Michael Soroka made his World Baseball Classic debut for Team Canada on Saturday and earned the win against Colombia.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 7, 2026Gabriel Moreno clubs 460-foot home run, Jose Fernandez stays hot in spring training
Diamondbacks catcher Gabriel Moreno crushed a 460-foot home run, while prospect Jose Fernandez went deep again in spring training.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 6, 2026Diamondbacks prospect Jaitoine Kelly becomes youngest World Baseball Classic starting pitcher
Jaitoine Kelly is an 18-year-old pitching prospect for the Diamondbacks, and on Saturday, he will make World Baseball Classic history.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 6, 2026Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll takes live ABs, aiming to play spring training games
Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll, less than four weeks after undergoing surgery, said he wants to play in spring training games soon.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 5, 2026Diamondbacks notes: Lots to sort through with Opening Day rotation, Jameson sharp vs. Cubs
Diamondbacks notes includes the complexities of building the rotation, Merrill Kelly's status and Drey Jameson looking sharp against the Cubs.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 5, 2026D-backs prospect Brady Counsell, Cubs manager Craig Counsell share spring training moment
Diamondbacks prospect Brady Counsell and Cubs manager Craig Counsell exchanged lineup cards ahead of a spring training game.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Mar 5, 2026World Baseball Classic pool play games to watch for Diamondbacks
Here's a list of notable pool play games at the World Baseball Classic for Arizona Diamondbacks participating in the tournament.