Sabermetrics, analytics redefining baseball for fans and teams

PHOENIX – As baseball analytics evolve, teams and fans understand the game differently. Players’ roles change, they are evaluated differently and the rules of the game may change. Sabermetrics and data analytics play a critical role in MLB in 2025.

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Successful stops in Arizona help White Sox minor-leaguer Bonemer chase dream

PHOENIX – Caleb Bonemer, a minor-leaguer in the Chicago White Sox system, is on his rookie journey, one that wouldn’t be possible without the state of Arizona. Bonemer is living his childhood dream, and leaving a legacy each step of the way.


Rodeo world adapting to keep riders and animals safe in Arizona

WILLCOX – Rodeo is more dangerous than football and ice hockey, but riders often wear far less protective gear. After decades of danger, the rodeo world is prioritizing the safety of riders and the horses and cattle they compete with in the ring.


Diamondbacks sharpen focus with crossword, sudoku puzzles

PHOENIX – In the midst of a grueling 162 game season, one thing remains the same. Spread throughout the Diamondbacks clubhouse are sudoku and crossword puzzles.


Valley natives make a home with undefeated Arizona Rattlers

GLENDALE – The reigning IFL Champions Arizona Rattlers have a few local players, including quarterback Dalton Sneed, running back Jamal Myles and receiver Isaiah Huston. The trio is a force on offense for the Rattlers, but also each has his own way of impacting the community and providing for their family.


With AI here to stay, journalism embraces next stage age in news coverage

PHOENIX – AI is rapidly integrating into journalism, raising critical questions about whether it will undermine the profession or become a powerful tool that enhances how news is reported and delivered.