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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GENERAL NEWS | Jan 8, 202610 players to watch in Fiesta Bowl between Miami, Ole Miss
A top-10 offense will take on a top-five defense at the Fiesta Bowl when Ole Miss and Miami play. Here are 10 players to watch in Glendale.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jan 7, 2026Diamondbacks take minor league deal flier on RHP Shawn Dubin
The Arizona Diamondbacks signed right-handed pitcher Shawn Dubin to a minor league contract, according to the transactions log.
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GENERAL NEWS | Jan 7, 2026Fiesta Bowl: Ole Miss will have its play-caller, won’t have 2 assistants for CFP semifinal
Ole Miss offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. and others will be on the sideline at the Fiesta Bowl despite working for LSU.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jan 7, 2026Chase Field: Who is on the new stadium district board, what are 1st renovations?
As part of the legislation to fund Chase Field renovations, a new stadium district board has formed, and it convened for the first time on Tuesday.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Jan 7, 2026NFL QB prospect Ty Simpson out of Alabama declares for draft
The Cardinals need to answer their quarterback question, and one of the top prospects, Ty Simpson out of Alabama, declared for the NFL Draft.
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PHOENIX SUNS | Jan 5, 2026Suns’ Grayson Allen probable to return Monday vs. Rockets, Jamaree Bouyea in concussion protocol
The Suns ruled Jamaree Bouyea out for Monday's matchup with the Rockets, while Grayson Allen is probable to return from a nine-game absence.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Jan 5, 2026Cardinals GM on Kyler Murray: All options are on the table
Cardinals leadership has stood behind Kyler Murray as the franchise QB for most of his career, but Arizona is entering the offseason without clarity.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Jan 5, 2026Cardinals retaining GM Monti Ossenfort despite firing head coach Jonathan Gannon
The Arizona Cardinals will retain general manager Monti Ossenfort despite firing head coach Jonathan Gannon on Monday.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Jan 2, 2026Reports: Kentucky QB transfer Cutter Boley to visit Arizona State
Kentucky QB transfer Cutter Boley has been a popular tie to Arizona State since the portal opened, and he is expected to visit ASU this weekend.
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GENERAL NEWS | Jan 2, 2026How underdogs Miami, Ole Miss earned a trip to the Fiesta Bowl
Miami's selection to the CFP was controversial, while Ole Miss lost its coach, and yet, they have reached the CFP semifinal at the Fiesta Bowl.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Jan 1, 20262025 Zonies: Highlighting the best players and moments in Arizona sports this year
Who were the best players in Arizona sports in 2025? The Zonies returns to highlight the most memorable seasons and performances of the year.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Dec 31, 2025Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr. out; Walter Nolen III and Garrett Williams have surgery
The Arizona Cardinals ruled WR Marvin Harrison Jr. out for their season finale, while Walter Nolen III and cornerback Garrett Williams had surgery
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ASU FOOTBALL | Dec 31, 2025How to watch Arizona State vs. Duke in the Sun Bowl
Arizona State football's 2025 season ends on Wednesday in El Paso, where Kenny Dillingham's Sun Devils will take on Duke in the Sun Bowl.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Dec 24, 2025What relievers are left as Diamondbacks need to upgrade bullpen?
To present a layout of the market, here are 10 free agent relievers still available with possible upside as the Diamondbacks look for upgrades.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Dec 23, 2025Cardinals sign K Joshua Karty off Rams practice squad, have 2 kickers on roster
The Cardinals signed kicker Joshua Karty to the active roster off the Rams' practice squad among a series of moves made on Tuesday.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Dec 23, 2025Merrill Kelly says Diamondbacks were ‘first ones in the door’ to make offer this offseason
Merrill Kelly credited the Diamondbacks for being the first team to offer him a contract this offseason after trading him in July.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Dec 23, 2025Trey McBride, Budda Baker to represent Cardinals at Pro Bowl
Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride and safety Budda Baker were selected to the 2025 Pro Bowl Games on Tuesday.
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ARIZONA CARDINALS | Dec 23, 2025Cardinals sit at No. 6 pick in NFL Draft order entering Week 17
The Cardinals jumped into the top 5 of the 2026 NFL Draft order after their loss and wins from the Titans and Patriots until the MNF game knocked them to No. 6 again.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Dec 22, 2025Report: Red Sox ‘expected’ to end pursuit of Ketel Marte
The Boston Red Sox made a splash trade for a bat over the weekend, and it wasn't Arizona Diamondbacks superstar Ketel Marte.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Dec 19, 2025Ichiro Suzuki, Bob Brenly and Dusty Baker among 2026 Cactus League Hall of Fame inductees
The Cactus League has its own Hall of Fame, and Ichiro Suzuki and Bob Brenly headline a stacked 2026 class.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Dec 19, 2025Diamondbacks notes: Players expect urgency in spring, Jordan Lawlar comments on playing CF
Several Diamondbacks explained the vibe they are hoping to walk into this spring after the club came within a series of making the postseason.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Dec 19, 2025Diamondbacks trade reliever Kyle Backhus to Phillies for minor league OF Avery Owusu-Asiedu
The Diamondbacks traded southpaw Kyle Backhus to the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday for minor league outfielder Avery Owusu-Asiedu.
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ASU FOOTBALL | Dec 18, 2025AD Graham Rossini: ASU in fluid talks on Kenny Dillingham’s contract amid Michigan interest
Arizona State and head football coach Kenny Dillingham's camp continue to have "fluid and healthy conversation," says ASU AD Graham Rossini.
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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Dec 18, 2025Diamondbacks players take teens from difficult situations holiday shopping
The Diamondbacks on hosted 40 kids from housing programs with A New Leaf for a holiday shopping event at a local Target.