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 | Oct 1, 2026Diamondbacks have a young back-end of the bullpen to build around
The Diamondbacks roster a trio of young relievers who could lead the bullpen to greater heights.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Oct 1, 2026Luke Kennard has had to fit in with many teams, says Suns transition has been easy
Luke Kennard is someone who has had to fit quickly into different lineups and schemes with teams looking for that piece to push them over the edge.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 30, 2026Diamondbacks ‘probably’ past deadline of getting major Chase Field work done this offseason
As the Diamondbacks continue to negotiate a lease extension, time is ticking to get work done at Chase Field this offseason.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Sep 30, 2026Dillon Brooks charged with DUI for March incident in Scottsdale
Dillon Brooks was arrested in Scottsdale for suspicion of driving under the influence on March 6.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 29, 2026Michael Soroka: ‘I would absolutely love to return’ to Diamondbacks
The Diamondbacks signing Michael Soroka last offseason was a win, and he expressed interest in coming back.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Sep 29, 2026Report: Jerry Colangelo-led ownership group among finalists for Las Vegas NBA expansion team
The Godfather of Arizona sports, Jerry Colangelo and his ownership group are finalists for the Las Vegas expansion NBA team.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 29, 2026Diamondbacks president: Torey Lovullo will get hired in a heartbeat if he does not return
Diamondbacks president and CEO Derrick Hall expects Torey Lovullo to manage somewhere next year, whether in Arizona or elsewhere.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 29, 2026Diamondbacks players grip with trilogy of falling short since 2023 World Series: ‘It sucks’
Diamondbacks players had to answer familiar questions about falling short of the postseason. Here is a list of reasons why the club fell short.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 28, 2026Corbin Burnes explains his frustrating September: Will he be ready for next season?
Diamondbacks ace Corbin Burnes struggled with his shoulder this season, so he hopes a normal offseason will put him in a good spot.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 28, 2026Nolan Arenado caps resurgent season with NL Player of the Week
Nolan Arenado was dominant for the Diamondbacks in their push for the postseason, hitting .435 in the final week.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 27, 2026Gabriel Moreno becomes 1st Diamondbacks player to win batting title
Gabriel Moreno of the Diamondbacks joined a shortlist of catchers in MLB history to win a batting title.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 27, 2026Lovullo maintains goal to win with Diamondbacks as contract expires: ‘I want to be wanted’
With emotions still raw, Torey Lovullo fielded questions about his future, saying he has some things to think about, as do the Diamondbacks.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 27, 2026Diamondbacks eliminated from postseason contention after Phillies clinch final spot
The Diamondbacks will not play postseason baseball for the third straight season, bringing up questions about the club's leadership and roster moving into a potential lockout.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 27, 2026Diamondbacks scratch Gabriel Moreno for must-win final game
The Diamondbacks need to win on Sunday, but they will be without star catcher Gabriel Moreno in the lineup.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 26, 2026Why did the Diamondbacks pinch hit for Gabriel Moreno?
Diamondbacks star Gabriel Moreno said his hamstring felt worse on Saturday than on Friday, so he will see how he feels Sunday morning.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 26, 2026What did Diamondbacks’ bullpen game failure mean for their playoff chances?
The D-backs snapped a six-game winning streak by losing a bullpen game that involved perplexing twists, turns and decisions.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 26, 2026History watch: Diamondbacks’ Gabriel Moreno bearing down on batting title
Gabriel Moreno has two games to accomplish something never been done in Diamondbacks history.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 26, 2026Diamondbacks start Taylor Clarke in must-win bullpen game, Gabriel Moreno will DH
The Diamondbacks will rely on their bullpen to carry the load in a potential do-or-die game in San Diego.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 26, 2026Against the odds, Nolan Arenado is a 30-home run hitter for the Diamondbacks
Arenado joined a short list of third basemen with eight different 30-home run seasons, with the benchmark of 400 for his career within reach next season.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 26, 2026Gabriel Moreno dealing with hamstring issue at worst possible time
Moreno left Friday's game with a hamstring issue, but the expectation is that he will be in the lineup for a must-win game Saturday.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 25, 2026Diamondbacks 1 game back of playoff spot after blowout win over Padres
The Diamondbacks have gone from longshot to plausible threat to make the postseason with their six-game winning streak.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 25, 2026Phillies lose 3rd straight game, Diamondbacks have opportunity to gain ground
The Phillies lost to the Rays on Friday, giving the D-backs another opportunity to close the gap in the postseason chase.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 25, 2026What happened to Corbin Burnes, and what is Diamondbacks’ Plan B for Saturday?
The Diamondbacks have to change their pitching plans this weekend to account for the latest injury to Corbin Burnes.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Sep 25, 2026How can Diamondbacks make postseason in final weekend? Scenarios, probables and stakes
There are still multiple scenarios in which the Arizona Diamondbacks make the playoffs, all of which involve rooting for the Tampa Bay Rays.