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Arizona Diamondbacks ........................................6 Chicago Cubs .......................................................18 Chicago White Sox...............................................24 Cincinnati Reds.....................................................28 Cleveland Indians .................................................32 Colorado Rockies .................................................36 Kansas City Royals ...............................................40 Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim ..........................42 Los Angeles Dodgers...........................................44 Milwaukee Brewers ..............................................48 Oakland Athletics.................................................52 San Diego Padres .................................................58 San Francisco Giants ............................................60 Seattle Mariners ...................................................62 Texas Rangers ......................................................66

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Credits EDITOR Christina Fuoco-Karasinski CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Samantha Fuoco, Eric Newman, Taylor O’Connor PHOTOGRAPHER Sarah Sachs/Arizona Diamondbacks, Scott Paulus/Milwaukee Brewers DESIGN Veronica Thurman Baseball Spring Training Guide is a special annual edition of College Times, published by 4M Publishing, LLC. 480.348.0343 Distribution is limited to one copy per reader © 2019, 4M Publishing, LLC Distribution Services Provided By: 480.348.0343

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s m a e r D f Fields o The Valley winds up for early Spring Training By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

ome of baseball’s biggest stars, including Cody Bellinger and Anthony Rizzo, and this year, J.D. Martinez, are traveling to the Valley for Cactus League baseball this spring. The sluggers bring home the big bucks, but behind their star power are millions of dollars poured into municipalities like Scottsdale, Mesa and Peoria. According a recent report, the 2018 Cactus League season generated an estimated economic impact of $644.2 million, an 11-percent increase on the 2015 output estimate in real terms. The study, which surveyed only out-of-state visitors, also found the Cactus League generated $373 million for Arizona’s gross domestic product. The average traveling party spent $405 per day. “This is a grand slam for Arizona’s economy,” says Cactus League President Jeff Meyer. “These figures tell the story of Spring Training’s awesome power as a tourism engine— and we need to ensure that the industry continues to remain robust. “We are grateful to Major League Baseball and the host communities for their partnership and to the Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority for providing funding for ballpark construction and renovation.” Founded in 1947, the Cactus League began with the New York Giants training in Phoenix and the Cleveland Indians in Tucson. Now there are 15 MLB

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clubs in 10 ballparks across Maricopa County. Like last year, Spring Training is starting earlier—Thursday, February 24—because the MLB added days off to the regular schedule. “We’re trying to get the word out about that,” Meyer says. He invites locals to come down early in the Spring Training season, because great tickets are plentiful. “Not as many people are traveling that time of year,” Meyer says. What makes this year special is the defending champions, the Boston Red Sox, are making a rare appearance at the end of March. They’re playing the Cubs at Sloan Park March 25 and March 26 before the Sox head to Chase Field for the D-backs’ home opener. Meyer says the Cactus League is successful because of the Valley’s wide range of amenities. “We have the hotels, the lodging, the restaurants,” he says. “Tourists take in a game and then go to the Grand Canyon. I think it’s what Arizona has to offer. You can’t beat the weather this time of year. “We’re very appreciative of the condition we have here in Arizona. And, in the last two years, we haven’t had a rainout.” Among the highlighted items is the significant construction at Maryvale, the spring home of the Milwaukee Brewers. In November 2017, the Phoenix City Council approved the

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plans to renovate the ballpark. The plan keeps the club in Maryvale at the Brewers fields of Phoenix through at least the year 2042, the second-longest commitment in the Cactus League. (See related story in the Milwaukee Brewers’ section.) A new stand-alone, two-story building will house new locker rooms, training spaces and support functions for the major and minor league teams, a new ﬂagship retail sales store and a new primary ticket office at the new home plate gate. The building’s north side will have concession stands and restrooms as the first base concourse will be widened to accommodate better pedestrian traffic. A second ﬂoor will be constructed to house new offices for baseball operations, and will feature a walkout patio with views of training facilities to the south. Other improvements include a new entry plaza behind home plate, a renovated Major League clubhouse, and a new Major League batting tunnels, agility field, covered Major League practice mounds, Major League practice field and parking lots. “The Cactus League is a game-changer for Arizona’s tourism industry,” says Debbie Johnson, director of the Arizona Office of Tourism. “Generations of baseball fans have fallen in love with Arizona—and Arizona loves to welcome them back every spring.”

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ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS Salt River Fields at Talking Stick 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale 480.270.5000 saltriverfields.com azdiamondbacks.com DESCRIPTION The Diamondbacks and the Colorado Rockies share Salt River Fields, a luxurious, massive facility that boasts healthy foods, huge concourses, lots of seating and a massive lawn. PARKING The lot has 3,000 spaces: $5 general parking; $10 “Perfect Game” parking; $20 valet; and $15 for RVs and buses. GATES Gates open 90 minutes before game time; 11:30 a.m. for 1 p.m. games, and 5 p.m. for 6:30 p.m. games.

Game Schedule February/March Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

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BEST PLACE TO SIT Check out the two party decks, on the top deck of the stadium, in the infield. The section has seats and a stand-up bar for more casual viewing. INSIDER TIP The D-backs encourage fans to watch workouts, with entry into the practice field area at 9 a.m. After workouts, fans may gather next to the agility field to get autographs.

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Carson Kelly and Luke Weaver move into the D-backs’ system By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

arson Kelly and Luke Weaver are two names D-backs fans probably didn’t want to hear—at least in connection to a trade for Paul Goldschmidt. Otherwise, they would have recognized the talent coming into the team. But Kelly and Weaver were hits during Fan Fest at Salt River Fields in February. The two are looking forward to their first season as D-backs and battling their way into fans’ hearts.

Carson Kelly

Kelly, 24, had played for the St. Louis Cardinals from 2016 to 2018, when he was traded for Goldy with his good friend Weaver. The catcher didn’t get much playing time behind the

plate, as priority went to the All-Star Yadier Molina. “Playing for the D-backs gives me a good opportunity to get a fresh start or a change of scenery,” CARSON KELLY Kelly says. Prior to Fan Fest whether the star realizes it or not. and Spring Training, Kelly met a “Yadi helped me out over the handful of players at Salt River years,” Kelly says. “I’ve watched Fields. The biggest tip the playhim ever since I switched over ers gave him? Be yourself. to catcher in 2013. I got to go to “A lot of guys, when they get big league camp that year. traded to a new team, they’ll “I watched him be who Yadier try to fit some mold instead of Molina is. I took a lot of notes. I being who they are,” he says. like to write stuff down. I learned “It was good to talk to them and so much just from being up good to know everybody’s on there and seeing what he goes the same page.” through on a day-to-day basis.” Kelly’s style comes from Molina, ...continues on page 12

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CARSON KELLY ...continued from page 10 Weaver and Kelly have played together for about five years, since they were in High A. The two were roommates while in the minors in 2015. “We’ve known each other for a long time,” Kelly says. “His wife and my girlfriend are good friends.” Kelly and his girlfriend are big on puzzles, an ongoing project in their living room. “When we’re not doing anything, we work on it,” he says. “It’s up for grabs.” Kelly is also a big reader. “I didn’t read the Harry Potter series growing up,” he says. “I’m on the fourth book. I didn’t like to read growing up. Now the last year and a half I’ve really gotten into it. My girlfriend’s big on reading. She said, ‘You have to read the Harry Potter books.’ She gifted me all the Harry Potter.” Arizona isn’t new to Kelly. Growing up in Portland, Oregon, he would travel here to play a high school baseball tournament during Spring Break. He also toured Salt River Fields. “Now I get to be there every day,” he says. During the offseason, he’s been working out. He’s big on Pilates

because it helps strengthen the core and knees. “I’ll do a lot of things that help the muscle around my knees,” he says. “I have to be able to squat for a couple hours. I use a lot of muscles I never would have thought of. Pilates hones in on which muscles need that strength to withstand the duration of the season. Squatting every night for three hours for 140 games, if you’re Yadi, it takes a lot out of you. You have to be very strong. “I’ve been implementing baseball work the last month or so. It’s been a great offseason so far.”

Luke Weaver

Weaver, 25, concurs that he and Kelly are good friends. “We ended up in High A together and ever since then, we went up the ladder together at each level,” he says. “He knows me better than anybody else as a pitcher-catcher matchup. He’s a really good player with a lot of knowledge. To have him come over with me means the world.” Like Kelly, Weaver sees the trade to the Diamondbacks as something exciting.

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CARSON KELLY “I’ve had the chance to talk to some people and let it (the trade) sit a little more; it’s more exciting as the situation goes along,” he says. “You never put too much thought into it until it actually happens to you. It hits you in the face. It was definitely overwhelming and something you have to take in. I had to settle into it quickly.” Weaver says the team was kind to him when he visited Salt River Fields before Spring Training. Specifically, he met Jake Lamb, Taijuan Walker and Braden Shipley. Torey Lovullo, Mike Butcher and Mike Hazen were good to him as well. ...continues on page 14

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LUKE WEAVER ...continued from page 12 Weaver understands how Dbacks fans were shocked when Goldschmidt was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals. He called the All-Star first baseman a “big-

time player.” “I played against him in the spotlight all the time,” he says. “He’s a stud. Fans loved him. I know he’ll be missed, but

he’ll do well with the Cardinals. They’re great over there.” In his offseason, Weaver traveled to Europe with his wife to give himself a chance to unravel after the 2018 run. “We went to Italy, France and Spain, a little cruise over there,” says Weaver, who played at Salt River Fields during the Arizona Fall League. “That was a lot of fun. It was a once-in-a-lifetime trip. We spent almost two weeks over there. It was a nice start to the offseason. “I’m continuing to throw lightly and keep the arm going throughout the offseason. It’s exciting to be on a team that has a chance to make it. That’s what the D-backs are doing. I enjoy being part of a team like that that has good, young talent, veteran leadership and is well rounded—all from an outsider looking in.”

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Game Schedule February/March Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

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• Sloan Park is lovingly called “Wrigleyville West” by Cubs fans and locals. This Spring Training facility opened in 2014 and offers a truly unique experience for Chicago Cubs fans. There are many homages to Wrigley Field at Sloan Park, from a replica marquee sign where fans can get their photos taken to the outfield berm that is shaped to resemble the bleachers in Chicago. The roof replicates parts of the Cubs’ home field in Chicago as well. Sloan Park is near the Loops 202 and 101 near Mesa’s Riverview Park. This facility has been

BEST PLACE TO SIT The Bleacher Bum atmosphere lives on in the outfield lawn seating, which features shaded trellis seating and high-top tables all overlooking leftfield. INSIDER TIP The player walkway at the Under Armour Performance Center is the place to catch the players before and after the game.

SD 4

ARI 5

CWS

CIN

TEX

Saturday

March 1

OAK 7

LAA

MIL

ARI

MIL

1:10 p.m.

COL

1:10 p.m.

Friday

MIL

PARKING Parking for all games at Sloan Park is available at $10 (reserved) or $5 (general) per vehicle or motorcycle. Buses or RVs will be charged $14. General lots are located to the east of the ballpark. Spots are available on a first-come basis. Parking lots open four hours prior to game time. Reserved handicap parking is in the blue lot. General handicap parking is located in the yellow lot. A handicap shuttle operates from the yellow and orange lots for those needing extra assistance to/from their vehicle.

Thursday

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9 LAA

6:40 p.m.

CIN

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7:05 p.m.

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19 SEA 20 21 LAD SF KC 7:05 p.m.

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s Spring Training season approaches, many Chicago residents will ﬂock to Arizona to appreciate baseball and the sunshine. Heck! Minus the cold weather it will almost feel like being back home in Chicago with all of the restaurants. You betcha that with all these Midwesterners, Chicagoans specifically, coming to the desert for its palm trees and yearround warmth, they are bringing their tasty deep-dish pizza and Italian beef sandwiches with them. Here are five Chicago inﬂuenced, or Chicago original, restaurants in the Phoenix area to enjoy. Portillo’s Tempe Marketplace: 5 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe, 480.967.7988; 10574 N. 90th Street, Scottsdale, 480.451.2888, portillos.com. In 2013, the historic and Chicago-original Portillo’s made its way to the Valley. Now, customers can enjoy their famous hot dogs and beef and sausage sandwiches. There are two loca-

tions within the Valley, one in Tempe and one in Scottsdale. Giordano’s 16222 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria, 623.208.4330; 12811 N. Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.666.8160, giordanos. com. In 1974, Efren and Joseph Giordano opened the first Giordano’s in Chicago. The famous deep-dish pizza spread across the United States, customers patiently waiting their 26 minutes for the saucy and ﬂavorful pizza. There are two locations in the Valley, one in Peoria and one in Phoenix. Chicago Hamburger Company 3749 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602.955.4137, chicagohamburger.com. Home of the Original Windy City Slider, the Chicago Hamburger Company has been serving its customers since 1975. Guests can also enjoy Vienna hot dogs and polish, charbroiled sandwiches, wings, salads and old-fash-

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ioned milkshakes. There is one location in Phoenix. Luke’s of Chicago 1602 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602.264.4022, lukesofchicago.com. Phoenix is bringing people back, or welcoming them, to Harlem Avenue and Addison Street to taste Luke’s of Chicago’s signature Italian beef sandwiches. The restaurant uses beef that is cooked and sliced on location daily. Arizona has one Phoenix location. Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria Uptown Plaza, 100 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602.892.9998; 3431 N. 56th Street, Phoenix, 602.551.8990; 17787 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.681.3400, loumalnatis. com. In 1971, the first Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria opened in Chicago and in 2016 it debuted out of state in Arizona for pizza lovers. Arizona has three Lou Malnati’s within the Valley. These are five out of many other Chicago restaurants in the Phoenix area. Oh jeez, with all these options it will be so darn hard to pick, but you betcha Spring Training season can bring good food and familiar places even so far away from home.

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Game Schedule February/March Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

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LAA

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ARI

1:10 p.m.

Friday

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1:10 p.m.

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Saturday

March 1

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TEX 8

MIL

COL 9

LAA

TEX

1:10 p.m.

LAD

CHI

LAD .

7:05 p.m.

CIN

6:05 p.m.

ARI

24 CLE 25 26 27 12:05 p.m. ARI ARI 31 6:40 p.m. 12:40 p.m.

TEX 28

LAA

1:10 p.m.

LAD

12:05 p.m.

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Goodyear Ballpark 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear 623.882.3130 goodyearbp.com reds.com DESCRIPTION Goodyear Ballpark is celebrating 10 years of baseball in 2019—it’s the Indians’ 10th anniversary and the Reds’ 10th season—with 10 games of giveaways and a 10-year celebration on March 17. The 10,000-seat Goodyear Ballpark plays host to the Cincinnati Reds and the Cleveland Indians. It’s one of the more familyfriendly parks in the Cactus League, featuring inﬂatable attractions and a kid-sized whifﬂe ball field on the first base side. PARKING The lot has 3,000 spaces; $5 per car. GATES Ballpark gates open 1.5 hours prior to game time for daytime games; two hours prior for night games. Practice field gates open at 9:15 a.m. daily. TICKETS Ticket prices range from $8 to $31; child-priced tickets are also available in three seating areas; 623-882-3120, goodyearbp.com. BEST PLACE TO SIT In the outfield grass, aim for leftfield to avoid the sun and have a view of the centerfield scoreboard. INSIDER TIP When the two home teams play each other, buy one berm ticket at regular price, get one for $1.

Game Schedule February/March n Home n Away

Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

SEA

1:10 p.m.

4 ARI

MIL

1:10 p.m.

CLE

ARI

Wednesday

Thursday

SF 5

CWS

CLE

6:05 p.m.

12 CHI

7:05 p.m.

24 COL

12:05 p.m.

1:10 p.m.

CWS

TEX

6:05 p.m.

21 KC

LAA

7:05 p.m.

LAD

SEA

COL

Saturday

March 1

MIL

6:05 p.m.

Friday

CLE

CHI 11

Feb. 19

LAA 3

Tuesday

6:40 p.m.

LAD

TEX

6:05 p.m.

MIL

SEA

CLE

6:40 p.m.

The scoop on Goodyear Ballpark • Kids-only on-field experiences available pregame on Saturdays beginning March 2. Free wristbands issued at guest services to the first 50 children ages 3-12. • A slew of new concession offerings including: hatch green chile burger; mini corn dogs; garlic fries; funnel cake fries; Desert Dweller cactus dog; hatch green chile-infused chicken sausage; Philly cheesesteak dog; beer ﬂights; and hatch green chile burger. • Specialty items include a Cincinnati favorite, Skyline chili dog; Bertman Ballpark Mustard (a Cleveland fan fave); taquito dog, a foot-long hot dog loaded with queso cheese, wrapped in a ﬂour tortilla, fried and topped with pico, guacamole and more queso; the Cheesy Change

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Up, a bacon cheeseburger with two grilled cheese sandwiches as top and bottom buns; Philly cheesesteak nachos, nachos piled high with steak, cheese, peppers and onions; and super nachos with beef or chicken, cheese and traditional toppings. • Craft Beer Corner: This new shaded bar area down the third-base line feature eight draft beers from Arizona and Ohio. • The ballpark will debut a new mascot—yet to be named—on Opening Day, February 23. • Fan experience packages range from $80 to $130. These include a player/broadcaster meet and greet; on-field workout and batting practice fan zone that may be purchased online or through the ticket office.

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Goodyear Ballpark 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear 623.882.3130 goodyearbp.com indians.com DESCRIPTION Goodyear Ballpark is celebrating 10 years of baseball in 2019—it’s the Indians’ 10th anniversary and the Reds’ 10th season—with 10 games of giveaways and a 10-year celebration on March 17. The 10,000-seat Goodyear Ballpark plays host to the Cincinnati Reds and the Cleveland Indians. It’s one of the more familyfriendly parks in the Cactus League, featuring inﬂatable attractions and a kid-sized whifﬂe ball field on the first base side. PARKING The lot has 3,000 spaces; $5 per car. GATES Ballpark gates open one and a half hours prior to game time for daytime games; two hours prior for night games. Practice field gates open at 9:15 a.m. daily. TICKETS Ticket prices range from $8 to $31; child-priced tickets are also available in three seating areas; 623-882-3120, goodyearbp.com. BEST PLACE TO SIT In the outfield grass, aim for leftfield to avoid the sun and have a view of the centerfield scoreboard. INSIDER TIP When the two home teams play each other, buy one berm ticket at regular price, get one for $1.

Game Schedule February/March Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

ARI 3

1:10 p.m.

24 CWS 25

Thursday

27 SEA

MIL 6

CWS

1:10 p.m.

Friday

LAD

7:05 p.m.

Saturday

March 1

ARI

1:10 p.m.

LAD

7:05 p.m.

13 MIL

KC 19

1:10 p.m.

CIN

12:05 p.m.

COL

CIN

1:10 p.m.

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Feb. 19

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Tuesday

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COL 21

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6:05 p.m.

COL 16

TEX 22

TEX

OAK

6:05 p.m.

ARI

LAD

LAA

1:10 p.m.

CHI

CIN

6:05 p.m.

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Salt River Fields at Talking Stick 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale 480.362.9467 saltriverfields.com coloradorockies.com DESCRIPTION The Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks share Salt River Fields, a luxurious, massive facility that boasts healthy foods, huge concourses, lots of seating and a massive lawn.

Game Schedule February/March Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

SEA

PARKING The lot has 3,000 spaces: $5 general parking; $10 “Perfect Game” parking; $20 valet; and $15 for RV and buses. GATES Gates open 90 minutes before game time; 11:30 a.m. for 1 p.m. games, and 5 p.m. for 6:30 p.m. games. TICKETS Ticket prices depend on the day and opponent, 480.362.9467, dbacks. com BEST PLACE TO SIT Check out the two party decks, on the top deck of the stadium, in the infield. The section has seats and a stand-up bar for more casual viewing. INSIDER TIP The Rockies encourage fans to watch workouts, with entry into the practice field area at 9 a.m. After workouts, fans may gather next to the agility field to get autographs.

TEX

1:10 p.m.

24 CIN

12:05 p.m.

1:10 p.m.

Friday

LAA

Saturday

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SEA

LAA

6:10 p.m.

March 1

LAD

1:10 p.m.

MIL

CIN

Thursday

CLE

CHI

ARI

OAK

LAD

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Wednesday

1:10 p.m.

10 ARI*

Feb. 19

1:10 p.m.

Tuesday

LAA

CHI

1:10 p.m.

CLE

1:10 p.m.

CWS 9 ARI*

CLE 16

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MIL

1:10 p.m.

6:40 p.m.

TEX

1:10 p.m.

ARI

OAK

CHI

6:40 p.m.

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Surprise Stadium 15850 N. Bullard Avenue, Surprise 623.222.2222 surpriseaz.gov/ﬁles/springtraining/ kcroyals.com DESCRIPTION The 2015 World Series champs, the Kansas City Royals, and the Texas Rangers share the 10,500seat Surprise Stadium that features a spectacular lawn. The 124-acre site is routinely praised for its well-conceived design with lots of shaded seating. PARKING Parking is free. TICKETS Tickets start at $8. For ticket information, the game schedule and more, visit surprisespringtraining.com or contact the Surprise Recreation Campus Box Office at 623.222.2222. BEST PLACE TO SIT Much of the stadium is shaded in the afternoon, but the infield upper deck provides canopied seating. The lawn is spacious and gives attendees plenty of room to spread out. INSIDER TIP Catch a unique fan experience on the Legends Deck; tickets are only $45 and include food from local restaurants, a drink voucher and access to a private bar. The tent provides one of the best views in the field, thanks to its low-style seating.

Game Schedule February/March Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

OAK 3

COL 4

Feb. 19

n Home n Away Wednesday

26 CWS 27

LAD

SEA

LAA

CWS

24 TEX

12:05 p.m.

CLE 20

CHI

6:05 p.m.

LAA

8 CIN

LAD

TEX 21

COL

6:40 p.m.

COL

1:10 p.m.

CIN

SEA

1:10 p.m.

7:05 p.m.

6:40 p.m.

Saturday

March 1

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Friday

ARI

11 TEX

Thursday

TEX

CLE 10

Tuesday

ARI

1:10 p.m.

16 MIL

1:10 p.m.

MIL

6:05 p.m.

What’s new at Surprise Stadium • The Double Dog Dare You is a foot-long bun with two 11-inch monster hot dogs, bacon, chili, nacho cheese and shredded cheese, diced onions, jalapenos and tortilla strips. In their home fields in Texas and Kansas City, the teams are big on food challenges. “This was one of the ways in which we could bring something over from the team’s home fields,” says Joe Bertoletti, Surprise’s senior associate director of sports and tourism. • Chick-fil-A has moved into the stadium. Besides selling food, it is hosting Residents Night so those who live in Surprise, Sun City, El Mirage and Waddell can get discount tickets for select nights.

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• Homemade puffy tacos are made in Surprise, along with the fixings. • Additional retail locations in the stadium will sell merchandise made by 47, Nike and Majestic. • The 20-foot Huss Brewing Company Container Bar is along the first base concourse. Although it’s branded by Huss, it’ll serve other state and domestic beers. The Huss Backyard will feature yard games and picnic tables. • On select days, the family four pack will be available. For $44, families can purchase four hot dogs, tickets, sodas and popcorn. • Sunday is Military Appreciation Day with a presentation of colors by Luke Air Force Base.

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LOS ANGELES ANGELS OF ANAHEIM Tempe Diablo Stadium 2200 W. Alameda Drive, Tempe 480.350.5205 tempe.gov/diablo angels.mlb.com DESCRIPTION Tempe Diablo Stadium was built in 1968 and underwent an extensive renovation in 2005. Perched on the side of Tempe’s rocky Twin Buttes, the stadium complex shares the picturesque landscape with the adjacent Buttes Resort and is one of the Cactus League’s most centrally located ballparks. PARKING Stadium lots are close and $5, but you need to arrive early. Patrons can park at one of two Downtown Tempe Park-iT locations: City Hall or Hayden Square. Parking tickets are validated at the trolley stop at Fifth Street and Mill Avenue. The trolley hits the stadium every 20 minutes starting two hours before game time, until 30 minutes after the game. TICKETS $15-$75 (varies by opponent), available at angels.mlb.com. BEST PLACE TO SIT It’s tough to beat the sizeable grass berm seating in leftfield when it starts at $15. CONCESSIONS Domestic and microbrew beers, hot dogs, fries, sodas and soft drinks. Some outside food allowed; check for restrictions.

Game Schedule February/March Games start at 1:10 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

LAD 3 1:10 p.m.

TBD

6:10 p.m.

LAD

7:07 p.m.

Saturday

1:10 p.m.

March 1

TEX

1:10 p.m.

7 KC

LAD

1:10 p.m.

MIL

6:05 p.m.

ARI

1:10 p.m.

CIN

1:10 p.m.

CWS

CHI

1:10 p.m.

15 ARI

1:10 p.m.

6:40 p.m.

CLE

1:10 p.m.

22 CWS 23 1:10 p.m.

SEA

6:40 p.m.

1:10 p.m.

LAD

7:07 p.m.

Best Pre-/Post-Game Spots BAR HOP ON MILL Taking the Spring Training trolley allows patrons to explore downtown Tempe before and after the games. Instead of sitting in traffic, fans can enjoy a meal or shop at the diverse lineup of stores. MEET ME AT THE MARKET Shop, drink and dine at the massive outdoor Tempe Marketplace with 1.3 million square feet of retail space, featuring dramatic light and laser elements, outdoor fireplaces and unique water features. 2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe. EXPLORE LOCAL HISTORY The Pueblo Grande Museum

COL

6:10 p.m.

COL

1:10 p.m.

24 LAD

1:10 p.m.

Friday

COL

CHI

MIL

1:10 p.m.

Thursday

OAK 5

SEA

Wednesday

1:10 p.m.

CWS

n Home n Away

1:10 p.m.

Feb. 19

MIL

OAK

Tuesday

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preserves the story of the Hohokam. 4619 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.495.0901, pueblogrande.org. SEE SEA LIFE See more than 5,000 sea creatures in this 26,000-square-foot indoor aquarium inside nearby Arizona Mills at the Arizona Sea Life Aquarium. 5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle, Suite 145, Tempe, 480.478.7600, visitsealife.com/Arizona. ROCK OUT Explore 12,000 square feet of climbing surface at Phoenix Rock Gym. 1353 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480.921.8322.

LOS ANGELES DODGERS

Glendale Camelback Ranch 10710 W. Camelback Road, Glendale 623.302.5000 camelbackranchbaseball.com dodgers.com DESCRIPTION The Sonoran Desertinspired home to the Dodgers and White Sox, Camelback Ranch was completed in 2009 and boasts a capacity of 13,000 – including 3,000 lawn seats, 12 luxury suites and a party deck. It is adjacent to a manmade lake and a traditional Dodgertown orange grove that sits on the east side of the property beyond the leftfield wall of replica Dodger Stadium. PARKING Parking in the complex’s 4,000 parking spots is free. The west lot off 107th Avenue is the closest to the stadium. TICKETS $10-$64, available at dodgers.com or 623.302.5000. BEST PLACE TO SIT Avoid sun in the eyes and enjoy a close-up view of the bullpen in the left-field grass seating. The Ranch has no bleachers, so every seat has a back. CONCESSIONS Beer, margaritas, soft drinks, Dodger dogs, burgers, Philly cheesesteak and gelato.

Game Schedule February/March Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

LAA

Tuesday

Feb. 19

n Home n Away Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

CWS SF 26

CHI

OAK

COL

Mar. 1 CLE 2 6:05 p.m.

6:05 p.m.

TEX 10

MIL 24 LAA TBD

7:05 p.m.

CWS

7:05 p.m.

TEX

7:05 p.m.

LAA

7:07 p.m.

CLE

1:10 p.m.

COL

Saturday

CLE

7:05 p.m.

LAA

1:10 p.m.

14 CIN

6:40 p.m.

CHI

SEA

7:05 p.m.

CIN

6:05 p.m.

MIL

7:05 p.m.

ARI

1:10 p.m.

CWS 23

ARI 29

CWS

12:05 p.m.

LAA

7:07 p.m.

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GO GERMAN Enjoy traditional German cuisine and beer at Haus Murphy’s, an establishment once featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. 5739 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale, 623.939.2480, hausmurphys.com. STOP AND SMELL THE FLOWERS The Glendale Xeriscape Demonstration Garden has more than 1,000 native desert plants on display. 5959 W. Brown Street, Glendale, 623.930.3596, glendaleaz.com/waterconservation/xeriscapegarden.cfm.

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MILWAUKEE BREWERS

American Family Fields of Phoenix 3600 N. 51st Avenue, Phoenix 623.245.5500 brewers.com DESCRIPTION The Brewers remain one of only a handful of Cactus League teams to have its own stadium, the 7,000-capacity American Family Fields of Phoenix, formerly known as Maryvale Baseball Park. With gorgeous sightlines, a huge concourse and a massive lawn, American Family Fields of Phoenixupped the ante with a year-long renovation. The ballpark’s 7,000 seats, plus lush outfield berm, assure an intimate baseball experience in a fan-friendly, relaxed setting. PARKING Parking, $5, is aplenty, thanks to the renovation project. TICKETS Tickets start at $8. BEST PLACE TO SIT Brewers infield seats are among the cheapest in the league at $27. The lawn is massive, and at $8, tickets are almost always available. INSIDER TIP Gates will open 90 minutes prior to all home day games; the perfect opportunity to scout a spot for autographs.

Game Schedule February/March Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

TEX

2:05 p.m.

1:10 p.m.

28 CIN

Saturday

1:10 p.m.

SEA

CHI

1:10 p.m.

ARI 15

LAA

6:40 p.m.

March 1

CWS 14

CLE

7:05 p.m.

TEX 25

Friday

ARI

1:10 p.m.

LAD

CIN

9 OAK

LAA 16 KC

COL 23 KC

TEX

12:05 p.m.

What’s new at Brewers Fields • The F&B team with the Milwaukee Brewers stepped out of the box this year for a slew of new tasty treats at the stadium. • Buffalo chicken nachos • Wisconsin fried cheese curds • Barbecue mac and cheese • Bratcho: fresh-fried kettle chips smothered in nacho cheese topped with bratwurst slices • Two-handed sloppy joe • County Stadium-style

CLE

COL

CWS

Thursday

LAD 24 ARI

1:10 p.m.

n Home n Away

Wednesday

CHI 26

CHI

Feb. 19

LAA

CIN 10

Tuesday

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footlong brat, a footlong brat served with hot sauerkraut and secret stadium sauce • In-stadium smoked brisket and pulled pork sandwich • Wisconsin Friday Fish Fry, battered fish filets served with fries, coleslaw and rye bread • Leinie’s Bernie Barrelman Ale, an exclusive beer made for the Milwaukee Brewers’ venues • St. Archer Gold, Hellesinspired lager

Brewers unveil rebuilt Spring Training facility By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

aryvale Baseball Park has been rechristened American Family Fields of Phoenix after a year-long project that brings together the Major and Minor League systems. But Tyler Barnes, Milwaukee Brewers’ senior vice president, communication and affiliate operations, prefers not to call it a “renovation.” “I hesitate to call this a renovation,” Barnes says. “This was a rebuilding of almost the entire facility. The players are from night to day different. The clubhouse, the weight room and the trainer rooms, they’re not only state of the art for an Arizona facility, but for any Major League facility. “We’re very, very excited about this. The challenge was the time frame to do this was very, very tight. We couldn’t start work until the end of last year’s Spring Training.” Construction began in March 2018 on the project that includes a new stand-alone, two-story building that houses locker rooms, a ﬂagship retail store and a primary ticket office at the new home plate gate. “This used to be a facility that had separate buildings for Major and Minor leagues,”

Barnes says. “We demolished the Minor League buildings and put everything under one roof. It’s a $60 million project. We added 60,000 square feet under the new roof alone. That does not include a lot of the batting tunnels or parking lots. It’s exclusively under one roof.” The north side of the building will be home to new concession stands and restrooms as the first base concourse has been widened to provide a better ﬂow for pedestrian traffic. A second ﬂoor includes new offices for baseball operations. The complex also features a new entry plaza, renovated space for sports science and psychological services, an eight-lane batting tunnel, an agility field, new pitching and catching mounds, a high-performance practice field matching Miller Park’s dimensions, field improvements and a new scoreboard. “The building is now state-ofthe-art in every way—form to function to technology,” Barnes says. “It creates a lot of synergies between major and minor league players and staff. We developed new playing fields.

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We put in new seating and a new videoboard, which replaced the original 20-yearold scoreboard that was barely hanging on by a thread.” Fans will also see new concession stands along the first base line, as well as cooking and food-prep facilities that were missing. “We purchased a new smoker,” he says. “We couldn’t cook at the concession stands. We’d have hot dogs, but we’d just put it on a warmer. We couldn’t cook hamburgers, but now we can. Just those couple things alone dramatically expand what we do. “We had a very small retail store that was on the third-base side and because we now have the ﬂagship store, we converted the smaller one into a bar right by the home plate entrance.” The home plate entrance is the new doorway to the park, which will prove to ease crowding. “With the new concession stands and buildings, we moved them back between 10 to 30 feet, which significantly expanded the width of the concourse. It’s been great to see all this come together. I give the crews a lot of credit.”

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OAKLAND ATHLETICS Hohokam Stadium 1235 N. Center Street, Mesa 480.644.4451 hohokamstadium.com oaklandas.com DESCRIPTION Oakland A’s moved into Hohokam Stadium at the Chicago Cubs moved to Sloan Park in 2014. This is a reunion of sorts for the A’s, who held Spring Training in the old Rendezvous Park from 1969 to 1976, and were the first tenants in the original Hohokam Stadium built in 1977.

Game Schedule February/March Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

KC 3

Tuesday

Feb. 19

ARI

TICKETS Tickets start at $10. BEST PLACE TO SIT Most of the Terrace Box seats, sections 200 through 212, are shaded. Or grab a blanket and enjoy the outfield lawn. Ticketholders should make sure they’re within sight of the sweet HD scoreboard diplay. INSIDER TIP Get access to every Spring Training game for $49.99 with the Spring Training Pass. Tickets will live inside the MLB Ballpark app on a phone and grant entry to every home game at Hohokam Stadium.

COL

6 6:40 p.m.

6:45 p.m.

7:05 p.m.

CWS 2

COL 8

2:35 a.m. (Tokyo)

March 1

CLE 9

MIL

CHI

SEA

24 SF

SEA

Saturday

1:10 p.m.

CHI 7

SEA

Friday

LAD

TEX

10 CWS 11

Thursday

LAA

1:10 p.m.

Wednesday

SEA

1:10 p.m.

PARKING Parking is limited; arrive early to grab one of the 3,000 spots available in the surrounding soccer fields.

n Home n Away

Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted)

SEA

2:35 a.m. (Tokyo)

6:45 p.m.

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What’s new at Hohokam Stadium • The concession offerings have been overhauled this year. Check out what’s new: • Freak Brothers Pizza – 11-inch personal pizzas handcrafted with 100 percent organic fresh dough, Italian sauce and cheese. Organic produce is used when available. • Gadzooks Tacos brings its top-notch Mexican food to Hohokam Stadium for 2019. The short rib and chicken are home runs.

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• Chompie’s New York-Style Deli brings its hot, sliced pastrami and corned beef on a challah bread slider. • In terms of merchandise, Baseballism returns to 2019. The baseball-themed lifestyle store offers apparel for the family. Look for stadium exclusives and limited-edition cactus apparel.

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PEORIA SPORTS COMPLEX ...continued from page 26 In January, Chicago claimed Ian Clarkin off waivers from the White Sox. They also agreed to terms with Addison Russel, Kris Bryant, Javier Baez, Kyle Schwarber, Mike Montgomery, Kyle Hendricks and Carl Edwards to one-year deals. Chicago White Sox: 2018 record – 62-100 Chicago had one of the worst records in the American League, behind the Kansas City Royals and Baltimore Orioles. In October, James Shields, Hector Santiago, Miguel Gonzalez and Jeanmar Gomez elected free agency. Shields has yet to sign with a team. In November, the White Sox agreed to a one-year contact with Leury Garcia, claimed Ian Clarkin off waivers, had Avisail Garcia and Matt Davidson elect free agency and traded Omar Narvaez to Seattle for Alex Colome. In December, the White Sox traded Alex Call for Yonder Alonso. They also signed

James McCann. In January, Chicago signed Jose Abreu, Alex Colome, Carlos Rodon, Yolmer Sanchez, Kelvin Herrera and Jon Jay to one-year deals. Cincinnati Reds: 2018 record – 67-95 The Reds struggled to a 67-95 record, as the only team in their division with a losing record. In October, the Reds traded future considerations for Ryan Lillie, claimed Juan Graterol off waivers from Minnesota and lost Matt Harvey to free agency. In November, Aristedes Aquino, Jordan Patterson, Juan Graterol and Billy Hamilton elected free agency. The Reds had claimed Patterson off waivers the day before. They signed Raisel Iglesias to a three-year deal. In December, the Reds made a big trade, acquiring Yasiel Puig, Matt Kemp, Alex Wood and cash for Homer Bailey, Jeter Downs and Josiah Gray. They also claimed Robby Scott off waivers and eventually traded him for cash.

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In January, the Reds traded Shed Long and future considerations for Sonny Gray and Reiver Sanmartin. Cincinnati signed Curt Casali, Scooter Gennett, Jose Peraza, Puig, Anthony DeSclafani, Michael Lorenzen, Tanner Roark and Sonny Gray to contracts. Each were one-year deals beside Gray, who signed for four seasons. Cleveland Indians: 2018 record – 91-71 The Indians finished with a 91-71 record, good for first place in the AL Central Division. They will likely be in contention to do so again this year. The roster could look very different, however. In October, Cleveland lost Andrew Miller, Josh Tomlin, Adam Rosales, Josh Donaldson, Rajai Davis, Melky Cabrera, Lonnie Chisenhall, Cody Allen, Michael Brantley and Brandon Guyer to free agency. Tomlin, Rosales, Cabrera and Guyer are still free agents. In November, the Indians ...continues on page 164

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Peoria Sports Complex 16101 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria 623.773.8700 peoriaspringtraining.com padres.com DESCRIPTION Opened in 1994, the 12,000-plus-seat Peoria Sports Complex is home to the San Diego Padres and the Seattle Mariners. PARKING During Spring Training, parking is $5. Buses carrying groups are not charged for parking. Recreational vehicle parking is $10. Ride share pickups and drop offs can be accessed at Stadium Way. All overnight parking is prohibited. TICKETS Tickets start at $9; peoriasportscomplex.com BEST PLACE TO SIT For afternoon games, those seated in sections 205 to 219 and 105 to 121 on the third-base line and lawn seating in leftfield have the sun at their backs. INSIDER TIP Children 8 to 12 can run the bases after the games on February 24, March 3, March 20 and March 23, thanks to new Kids Days. On those days, little ones also have the chance to take the field with a player, announce a batter or sing the seventh-inning stretch if they visit guest services near gate B up to one hour before first pitch.

Game Schedule February/March n Home n Away

Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

CWS

CLE 1:10 p.m.

5 CWS

SEA

1:10 p.m

OAK

6:40 p.m

LAA

1:10 p.m.

24 CHI

12:10 p.m.

CLE 25

Thursday

MIL

6:05 p.m.

Friday

Saturday

SEA

12 CIN

Wednesday

1:10 p.m.

TEX 10

Feb. 19

CHI

1:10 p.m.

Tuesday

ARI

6:40 p.m.

CIN

6:05 p.m.

13 6:10 p.m.

6:40 p.m.

1:10 p.m.

6:05 p.m.

MIL

6:40 p.m.

COL

1:10 p.m.

6:40 p.m.

1:10 p.m.

OAK

LAD

MIL

LAD

TEX

LAA

ARI

March 1

CIN

6:40 p.m.

16 KC

1:10 p.m.

SF 23

LAA

1:10 p.m.

Peoria Sports Complex promotions Peoria Sports Complex has scheduled promotions this Spring Training season, besides Kids Days. • Dog Days, February 25, March 6, March 9 and March 21. Fans can bring their pooches to the park. Doggie admission is $5 and all of it goes to the Arizona Humane Society. Stadium admission with dogs limited to gate C entry. • Book It to the Ballpark on February 28 and celebrate Peoria’s libraries. Those who donate a like-new children’s book to the library’s booth on the third-base concourse will get the opportunity to play catch on the field after the game. Participants should bring their own balls and gloves. • Giveaway Days. On March 1, the

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first 3,000 people will receive a Mariners cellphone plug-in mini fan. Return to the ballpark on March 7, where the first 3,000 fans will get a keepsake Padres earbuds case. • Bike to the Ballpark on March 16 and earn the opportunity to play catch on the field after the game. Participants should bring their own balls and gloves. • Fan Appreciation Days are March 18 and March 19, when the top Minor League players of the Mariners and Padres face off in a big-league stadium. A pair of 12:10 p.m. start times accompany the $1 ticket prices. The first 1,000 fans through the gates each game will receive a free team giveaway item.

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SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS Scottsdale Stadium 7428 E. Osborn Road, Scottsdale 480.312.2586 scottsdaleaz.gov/stadium sfgiants.com DESCRIPTION The Giants are always among the hottest tickets in town. With its downtown location, Scottsdale Stadium is crammed with pre- and post-game activity options. Make sure to secure tickets before heading down to the game; scalpers typically get top dollar, especially on weekends. PARKING Public parking is available throughout downtown Scottsdale; or consider parking at a bar with shuttle service. TICKETS $12-$48, available at sfgiants.com; 480.312.2580. BEST PLACE TO SIT Spring the extra money for assigned seating in the lower section. Bleacher seating is brutal, especially during afternoon games – it’s squished and hot. Between bleacher and lawn, we’d choose lawn. CONCESSIONS Among the best in the Cactus League, with multiple beer, drink and food options.

Game Schedule February/March n Home n Away

Games start at 1:05 p.m. (unless noted) Sunday

Monday

Dates, times and teams are subject to change.

CHI 3 1:10 p.m

KC 7

TEX 12

MIL

7:05 p.m.

SEA

6:40 p.m.

1:10 p.m.

CHI

7:05 p.m.

LAA

1:10 p.m

2 SD

7:05 p.m

TEX

7:05 p.m

CLE

CHI

6:05 p.m.

ARI

CLE

CIN

OAK

Saturday

March 1

MIL

CWS 25

Friday

CIN 5

LAD

Thursday

LAD

Wednesday

MIL 26

10 OAK 11

TEX

Feb. 19

CWS 4

COL

Tuesday

LAA 22 KC

6:05 p.m

SD 23

ARI

COL

7:05 p.m

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Peoria Sports Complex promotions Peoria Sports Complex has scheduled special promotions this Spring Training season, besides Kids Days. • Dog Days, February 25, March 6, March 9 and March 21. Fans can bring their pooches to the park. Doggie admission is $5 and it goes to the Arizona Humane Society. Enter with dogs at gate C. • Book It to the Ballpark on February 28 and celebrate Peoria’s libraries. Those who donate a likenew children’s book to the library’s booth on the third-base concourse will get the opportunity to play catch on the field after the game. Participants should bring their own balls and gloves.

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• On March 1, the first 3,000 people will receive a Mariners cellphone plug-in mini fan. Return to the ballpark March 7, when the first 3,000 fans will get a keepsake Padres earbuds case. • Bike to the Ballpark on March 16 and earn the opportunity to play catch on the field after the game. Participants should bring their own balls and gloves. • Fan Appreciation Days are March 18 and March 19, when the top Minor League players of the Mariners and Padres face off in a big-league stadium. A pair of 12:10 p.m. start times accompany the $1 ticket prices. The first 1,000 fans through the gates each game will receive a free team giveaway item.

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McDowell Mountain Music Festival MARCH 1 TO MARCH 3 Each year, the McDowell Mountain Music Festival hosts this event where artists – national and local – perform and all proceeds go to local charities. This year’s headliners are Odesza and Empire of the Sun. Margaret T. Hance Park, 1200 N. First Street, Phoenix, 602.343.0453, m3ffest. com, times vary, $70-$540. KMLE 107.9 Country Double Header MARCH 1 Talking Stick Resort and KMLE team up for the Country Double Header with Brett Young and Locash at the pool. Talking Stick Resort, 9800 Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, talkingstickresort. com, 6 p.m., $25 general admission and $75 dugout seating, 21 and older.

Litchfield Park Art & Wine Festival MARCH 2 AND MARCH 3 Visit the Litchfield Park Art & Wine Festival, which features more than 200 art vendors, live music and culinary demonstrations. The beer and wine garden will serve local microbrews and tastings from Arizona wineries. Litchfield Park Branch Library Lawn, 101 W. Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park, 623.935.9040, litchfield-park.org, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., free admission. Phoenix Scottish Games MARCH 2 AND MARCH 3 Join the Caledonian Society of Arizona in celebrating the Phoenix Scottish Games’ 55th year. The event features the food, fun and entertainment of Scotland. Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, phoenixscottishgames.com, 9 a.m. to

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5 p.m., $20 adults, $15 senior/military, $5 children 6-12, $40 family four-pack in advance. Polish Festival MARCH 2 AND MARCH 3 Indulge in all-things Polish with the 16th annual Polish Festival. Polish cuisine like pierogis, sausage and cabbage rolls, along with dancers and rafﬂes are all part of the two-day event. Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, 2828 W. Country Gables Drive, Phoenix, 480.442.9765, festiwal.polskaparafiaphoenix.com, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, free admission and parking. Innings Festival MARCH 2 TO MARCH 3 Baseball and music come together for this two-day outdoor fest in Tempe. See artists like Incubus, Sheryl ...continues on page 72

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Crow, Eddie Vedder, Jimmy Eat World, Band of Horses, Grouplove and more. Baseball players – current and former – will make appearances. See Roger Clemens, Ryan Dempster, Eric Byrnes and Rollie Fingers, among others. Tempe Beach Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, inningsfestival.com, times TBA, $99-$430. Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival MARCH 8 TO MARCH 10 Feathered friends visit Chandler for the 31st annual Ostrich Festival, featuring the famous ostrich races. This year’s musical acts include Flo Rida (Friday), The Commodores (Saturday) and Andy Grammer (Sunday). Chandler Ostrich Festival, 745 E. Germann Road, Chandler, 480.588.8497, ostrichfestival.com, 2 p.m. to midnight Friday, 10 a.m. to midnight Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday, $8-$50. Flying Burrito Music and Food Festival MARCH 9 The Crescent Ballroom brings four stages of music, 25 bands and more than 50 burrito and sample stands to the block. Performers include Sergio Mendoza Y La Orkestra, Donna Missal, Playboy Manbaby, Illuminati Hotties and Bizou. Along with that, there are lawn games and lucha libre wrestling. The Crescent Ballroom, 308 N. Second Avenue,

Phoenix, crescentphx.com, 4 p.m., $15-$33. Zoo Move and Groove 5K Festival MARCH 9 Aid the Phoenix Zoo’s Tiger Conservation Campaign by participating in the Zoo Move and Groove 5K Festival. Visit the website for a map and complete listing of events. Phoenix Zoo, 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 602.286.3800, phoenixzoo.org, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., prices vary. Anthem Days MARCH 23 AND MARCH 24 Anthem celebrates its 20th

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anniversary with its annual Anthem Days, a two-day festival with food, craft vendors and live music by Caution Party Band (11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday) and O Gravity Fighters (11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday). Other activities include a carnival (Thursday to Sunday); speed pitch challenge (Saturday); egg hunt (Sunday) and a kids’ zone. With 10 verified booth visits, enter to win a Ring video doorbell. Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem, 623.742.6050, onlineatanthem.com/ anthem-days, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free admission and parking. ...continues on page 74

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Agave on the Rocks MARCH 29 The Desert Botanical Garden hosts a party with some of the Valley’s best restaurants and caterers along with live bands and other entertainment. Electric Desert will be turned off during the event. The Desert Botanical Garden,1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 480.941.1225, dbg.org, 6 to 10 p.m., $75-$80, 21 and older. Pink and Julia Michaels MARCH 30 Pink brings her acrobatic show to Gila River Arena with opener Julia Michaels. Fun fact: The two worked together to write the honest track “Barbies” and the melancholic “For Now” from Pink’s seventh studio album, Beautiful Trauma. Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, 623.772.3800, gilariverarena.com, 8 p.m., tickets start at $200. Uncorked: Arizona Wine Festival MARCH 30 Uncorked Wine Festival features more than 100 wines from across the globe, gourmet food trucks, live music and Bubbly bar. This event benefits local nonprofit STARS, which helps to improve the lives of individuals with developmental and cognitive disabilities by creating quality opportunities for lifelong empowerment and success. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Road,

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Great American Barbeque and Beer Festival MARCH 30 Celebrating a decade of delicious family fun in downtown Chandler, the 102.5 KNIX Great American Barbeque & Beer Festival returns with country music on dual stages across the main lawn. A family-friendly expanded VIP zone, petting zoo, carnival and more interactive experiences will round out the afternoon. Dr. A.J. Chandler Park, 178 E. Commonwealth Avenue, Chandler, eventbrite.com, noon to 10 p.m., $12-$100.

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of each of the six films. All-access pass holders receive $3 off hot dogs, pretzels and nachos. “Spring Training is such a unique and exciting time of year in the Valley and it was definitely a factor that inspired our ‘Home Run Series,’” says Harkins Theatres President and CEO Mike Bowers. “In addition to having the opportunity to entertain local baseball fans, we’re looking forward to providing visitors with a family-friendly activity that will enhance their travel experience while they’re in town. Personally, I am a big Diamondbacks fan and I’ve been very involved in the development of this series. Certainly, our ‘Home Run Series’ was created with baseball fans in mind, but the movies chosen all tell classic, inspiring stories that will resonate with a wider

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audience.” Bowers says there was certainly a call for something like this. “There is a passion for baseball and movies, so we anticipate that this will be a popular event with moviegoers and baseball fans alike,” he adds. “We have theaters located in close proximity to all of the Spring Training facilities, making the series convenient for visitors and locals across the Valley. We’re pleased to be able to offer ticket pricing that makes the series accessible to guests.” With the number of baseball movies out there, Bowers says it wasn’t that difficult to carve the number. “Baseball has many elements that transfer well into film – action, inspiration, drama, humor and hero stories,” he says. “That’s probably why there are so many amazing baseball movies and it was difficult for us to narrow down our list. When making the selections, we tried to represent a range of movie years so different generations of moviegoers can re-live their favorite movie moments and quotes and also share the experience with younger guests who may be experiencing these inspiring stories for the first time. We want this to be an annual series and we’re already working on titles for next year.”

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cott McCaughey admits he was a little miffed when his band, The Baseball Project, was left out of last year’s Innings Festival. With a band lineup that includes Peter Buck and Mike Mills, formerly of R.E.M., The Baseball Project has power hitters behind its music. “They didn’t know about us and I guess by the time they did, it was too late,” the multiinstrumentalist says of Innings Festival organizers. “I’m really glad they made room for us this time. We definitely belong there.” The Baseball Project – which also features vocalist/guitarist Steve Wynn and drummer Linda Pitmon – is joined by a hall of fame-worthy group of

musicians like Eddie Vedder, Incubus, Jimmy Eat World, Liz Phair, G. Love and Special Sauce and Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers at the Saturday, March 2, and Sunday, March 3, celebration of music at Tempe Beach Park and Arts Park. “Innings sounds like an awesome festival,” G. Love says. “It’s a great lineup. It’s going to be so much fun.” G. Love and Special Sauce is celebrating its 25th anniversary as a band at Innings Festival. “You just blink your eye and wake up and all of a sudden you’re old,” he says with a laugh. “It’s a testament to the fans and how much support we’ve had over the years. If

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it wasn’t for you, there’d be no us. “We’ve achieved a sort of cult fanbase. We achieved a certain level of success, but it’s never been massive commercial success. It’s very word of mouth.”

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He admits he’s a Phillies fan, considering he was born and raised in The City of Brotherly Love. “It’s really special to be there,” he says about games at Citizens Bank Park. “My father took me to my first Phillies game and he caught a ball. He must still have it. “As a kid, I played basketball with a pitcher for the Diamondbacks, Mike Koplove. His father was my basketball coach for one year. His father was a really, really intense sports guy. Mike went on to win a World Series with the Diamondbacks.” He’s looking forward to meeting ballplayers like Rollie Fingers, Eric Byrnes and Roger Clemens at Innings, but mostly G. Love wants to reconnect with fans. “Our fanbase is like a community,” he says. “They’re very supportive. It’s a testament to our fans that we’ve been around for so long. Our touring is the thing that always sustains us. We love to play live. “When I think about my job, my job is to make people happy; to communicate and connect with people. That’s something I take really seriously.” The Baseball Project takes its shows – and its love of baseball – seriously, too. Mills and Atlanta Braves legend Dale Murphy have become fast friends. “He’s a really awesome guy,” McCaughey says. “He’s a big music fan. He even likes bands that we like, like Wilco. He has pretty good taste.” The band formed after Wynn and McCaughey had a conversation – after many drinks – about their love of baseball. They jokingly discussed having a baseball-themed band. “Peter joined, even though

Ex-D-back Byrnes among festival’s special guests By Eric Newman The Innings Festival is about more than music. It gives fans the chance to mingle with former ballplayers like Roger Clemens, Ryan Dempster, Jake Peavy, Jim Thome, Bret Saberhagen, Rollie Fingers, Sean Casey, Huston Street and one of the most beloved D-backs, Eric Byrnes. Byrnes played 11 seasons in the MLB, including four here in the Valley. Choosing to appear at Innings Festival was a nobrainer for Byrnes. He says Innings, set for March 2 and March 3, supports Let Them Play Foundation, a charitable organization he runs with his wife, Tarah. It aims to spread awareness of dwindling physical education programs at schools around the United States. “Exactly what I will be doing, I don’t really know,” Byrnes says. “But, basically, their concept is to mesh the Innings Festival’s music with baseball. I know they have a handful of the other

he’s not as much of a baseball fan,” McCaughey says. “We didn’t know we were going to be a band. We just got together and made a record about baseball. It just snowballed.” McCaughey has lived in Tucson, while his family resided in Ajo and Glendale. He saw his first baseball game at Hi Corbett Field, a Spring Training game between the Indians and the Giants. He moved to the San Francisco Bay area when he was 9. His teams are the San Francisco Giants, the Oakland A’s and the Seattle Mariners, in that order, he stresses. He’s pleased to carry on

players going, and I’m really just excited to see what it’s like.” The festival is just another excuse for Byrnes to return to Arizona, a place he regularly visits during Spring Training. This year’s planned activities include a makeshift golf tournament with festival attendee Huston Smith and other friends and family. “The first dollars I ever made playing baseball went toward putting a down payment on a condo in Scottsdale, and I’ve always liked going down there ever since,” he says. A triathlete, Byrnes has worked in broadcasting since he left baseball in 2010, working for ESPN, FOX, SiriusXM and KNBR. Byrnes is an analyst with MLB Network. Regardless of the role he will play at Innings Festival, Byrnes says he is excited to be part of the action. “It’s great to be involved however I will be,” says Byrnes, who attended a concert by EDM’s Steve Aoki the night before the interview. “I’m just kind of looking forward to it like any other bigtime musical festival fan would. I’m excited to see some of the great headliners they have.”

his love of baseball through music. “We’ll be playing nothing but songs about baseball,” says McCaughey, who recently had a stroke. “We’ll probably do songs about old-time Hall of Famers and more recent ones, and things about baseball in general.” Innings Festival Saturday, March 2, and Sunday, March 3 Tempe Beach Park and Arts Park, 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe $99-$430 inningsfestival.com

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Fat Cats 4321 E. Baseline Road, Gilbert, 480.498.3325, gilbert.fatcatsfun.com Kids – and adults – will enjoy this mainstay that offers traditional and nighttime bowling, arcade, glow golf and movies. Goldfield Ghost Town 4650 N. Mammoth Mine Road, Apache Junction, 480.983.0333, goldfieldghosttown.com Celebrate Arizona’s “rich” history at the Goldfield Ghost Town. Visitors can take underground and Jeep tours of this site built like an authentic 1890s mining town. iFly Indoor Skydiving 9206 Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, 480.712.4359, iflyworld.com. Why jump out of a perfectly good airplane when you can get the same skydiving experience from the ground? iFly is sure to get your adrenaline flowing without worrying about a parachute not opening. ISM Raceway 7602 S. Avondale Boulevard, Avondale, 623.772.2000,

ismraceway.com ISM Raceway is a 1-mile, low-banked tri-oval race track that hosts two NASCAR race weekends annually. Opened in 1964, ISM has hosted the IndyCar Series, CART, USAC and Rolex Sports Car Series. The events routinely attract more than 67,000 race fanatics, many of whom camp at the site. Main Event Entertainment 8545 S. Emerald Drive, Tempe, 480.753.1200 1735 S. Santan Village Parkway, Gilbert, 480.462.2200 10315 W. McDowell Road, Avondale, 623.936.5300, mainevent.com Main Event Entertainment offers something for everyone in its massive facility, which features games, bowling, dining, bars, special events and more. McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park 7301 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, 480.312.2312, therailroadpark.com Take a ride on the Paradise and Pacific Railroad, an antique carousel or visit the historical railroad exhibit. Rides operate from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Admission is free; rides are $1.

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Rawhide Western Town and Event Center 5700 W. North Loop Road, Chandler, 480.502.5600 or 800.527.1880, rawhide.com Rawhide gives visitors a taste of Arizona’s Wild West past. With a variety of attractions, shopping and dining, you’ll want to stay the whole day. Admission is free; tickets are required for the attractions. As an added bonus, music lovers will enjoy the electronic dance music festivals held on occasional weekends. Tortilla Flat 1 Main Street, Tortilla Flat, 480.984.1776, tortillaﬂataz.com Celebrating over 100-plus years that started as a stagecoach stop. At the restaurant, more than 350,000 dollar bills from 87 countries line the walls. The menu features prickly pear gelato, ice cream, homemade fudge, nuts, turtles and salsa. Uptown Alley 13525 N. Litchﬁeld Road, Surprise, 623.975.7529 Entertain the whole crew with laser tag, bowling, billiards, restaurants, bars and more at this huge entertainment facility. Live musical ...continues on page 82

The Hall of Flame Fire Museum (602) 275-3473 The Hall of Flame Fire Museum and the National Firefighting Hall of Heroes, located in Phoenix, Arizona, has almost an acre of fire history exhibits, with over 90 fully restored pieces of fire apparatus on display, dating from 1725 to 1969. Most of the exhibits are American, but we also have pieces from England, France, Austria, Germany, and Japan.

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entertainment provided on weekends. Enjoy the Tailgate menu Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. The football-themed menu is filled with sliders, wings and nachos. Sundays call for beer bucket and bloody Mary specials. UltraStar Multi-tainment Center at Ak-Chin Circle 16000 N. Maricopa Road, Maricopa, 520.494.7827, ultrastarakchin.com With bowling, movies, restaurants, an ice cream parlor and bars under one roof, what else can you ask for? The UltraStar Multi-tainment Center offers upscale event spaces and multifaceted event options, sophisticated menus, full-service bars and cutting-edge audio-visual systems.

ARCHITECTURE

Arcosanti 13555 S. Cross L Road, Mayer, 928.632.7135, arcosanti.org and Cosanti 6433 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Paradise Valley, 480.948.6145, cosanti.com The experimental city of Arcosanti is about 70 miles north of Phoenix and is the brainchild of Paolo Soleri,

a student of Frank Lloyd Wright. Tours are hourly from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cosanti is Soleriâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home and studio in Paradise Valley; hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Taliesin West 12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.627.5340, taliesinpreservation.org Frank Lloyd Wright is perhaps one of the most celebrated architects in history and a monument to him can be seen right here in Scottsdale. Wright and his students built Taliesin West with native materials by hand in natural surroundings. Tours are either one hour or three hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for prices.

FARMS

Schnepf Farms 24810 S. Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek, 480.987.3100, schnepffarms.com Schnepf Farms attracts more than 250,000 people throughout the year. Visitors come to the farm for festivals, events, weddings, educational tours, vegetable picking, peach picking, shopping or foodie events. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday to Sunday.

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Queen Creek Olive Mill 25062 S. Meridian Road, Queen Creek, 480.888.9290, queencreekolivemill.com Learn about all things olive at this farm and mill in the Southeast Valley, that offers a serene atmosphere, tours and breakfast or lunch dining options. The gourmet marketplace sells olives, oils, ceramics, bath products and more.

ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS

Butterfly Wonderland 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, 480.800.3000, butterflywonderland.com Experience the Butterfly Emergence Gallery, where metamorphosis occurs in real time, and the Conservatory, a magnificent, lush rainforest pavilion where thousands of butterflies from around the world fly freely. Other interactive displays include the Honeybee Extravaganza, Spineless Giants, a stingray and shark observation pool with daily feedings in the Tropical Waters of the World exhibit, the Butterfly Treasures gift shop, and the cafĂŠ. ...continues on page 84

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WILDLIFE WORLD ZOO

OdySea Aquarium 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, 480.291.8000, odyseaaquarium.com Penguins, otters, sea lions and more than 500 other species of marine life call the OdySea Aquarium home along Loop 101 near Scottsdale. The 2 million-gallon aquarium, which cost more than $100 million, is among the largest in the United States. Out of Africa 3505 W. AZ 260, Camp Verde, 928.567.2840, outofafricapark.com Located on more than 100 wilderness acres at the base of Mingus Mountain range in Camp Verde, Out of Africa provides a natural habitat for the animals. Open every day (except Christmas) from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $29.95 for adults, $27.95 for seniors, $22.95 for veterans and active military with ID, $14.95 for children 3 to 12 years and free for children younger than 3. Wildlife World Zoo 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchﬁeld Park,

623.935.9453, wildlifeworld.com The West Valley’s premiere zoo features rare animals, including albino alligators and white tigers. The Wildlife World Zoo also features one of only two aquariums between California and New Mexico.

MUSEUMS

Arizona Museum of Natural History 53 N. Macdonald, Mesa, 480.644.2230, arizonamuseumofnaturalhistory.org. With several collections under its belt, the Arizona Museum of Natural History is more than dinosaurs that roar. Guests can try your luck at gold panning, wonder through an ancient Hohokam village or take a selfie with a T. Rex. There is something for everyone. Arizona Science Center 600 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.716.2000, azscience.org The Arizona Science Center features more than 300 hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, the state-ofthe-art Dorrance Planetarium

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and the five-story Irene P. Flinn Giant Screen Theater. Through September 2, 2019, come face-to-face with the largest collection of mummies ever assembled in Mummies of the World: The Exhibition. Daily hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Commemorative Air Force Museum 2017 N. Greenfield Road, Mesa, 480.924.1940, azcaf. org. One of Phoenix’s top-rated attractions, the Arizona Commemorative Air Force Museum is home to war artifact and hundreds of exhibits. The friendly, knowledgeable docents will bring to life tales of combat heroes who overcame tremendous obstacles to serve our country. Watch aircraft mechanics at work and book a ride on one of the museum’s seven flying warbirds. Hall of Flame Fire Museum and the National Firefighting Hall of Heroes 6101 E. Van Buren Street, Phoenix, 602.275.3473 ...continues on page 86

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METEOR CRATER

The Hall of Flame Fire Museum and the National Firefighting Hall of Heroes has nearly an acre of fire history exhibits, with over 90 fully restored pieces of fire apparatus on display, dating from 1725 to 1969. Most of the exhibits are American, but it also boasts pieces from England, France, Austria, Germany and Japan. The Hall of Flame sponsors the National Firefighting Hall of Heroes, which honors firefighters who have died in the line of duty or who have been decorated for heroism. Heard Museum 2301 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.252.8840, heard.org World famous for having one of the most extensive and fascinating collections of Native American art, the Heard Museum has been a Phoenix landmark for more than 75 years. Musical Instrument Museum 4725 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.478.6000, mim.org The Musical Instrument Museum is the biggest museum

in the world of its type with a collection of more than 15,000 musical instruments. It also boasts one of the best concert halls around. Phoenix Art Museum 1625 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.257.1222, phxart.org Open since 1959, the Phoenix Art Museum was expanded to 203,000 square feet in 2006. The museum’s collection includes 18,000 works of art from around the world. The museum is open Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 students with I.D., $12 for seniors and $6 for children. Wednesdays are free from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Pima Air & Space Museum 6000 E. Valencia Road, Tucson, 520.574.0462, pimaair.org The Pima Air & Space Museum is one of the largest aviation museums in the world, and the largest nongovernment-funded aviation

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museum in the United States. The museum maintains a collection of more than 300 aircraft and spacecraft from around the globe—including many rare and one-of-akind—and more than 125,000 artifacts.

NATURAL SITES

Meteor Crater Meteor Crater Road, Winslow, 928.289.5898, meteorcrater.com This northeastern Arizona crater, 2.4 miles in circumference and more than 550 feet deep, is the world’s best-preserved meteorite impact site. $18 adults, $11 seniors and $9 for children 6 to 17.

LIVE ACTION GAMING

Octane Raceway 9119 E. Talking Stick Way, 602.302.7223, octaneraceway.com. Octane Raceway is the perfect place for an adrenaline rush. The 1/3-mile track is the only full-time indoor/outdoor track in the United States, so come and give it a try. All drivers younger than age 18 must have a parent or guardian present or waiver with permission.

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Town of Carefree carefree.org Discover the town of Carefree. Enjoy the grandeur of the Sonoran Desert, visit the one-of-a-kind Sundial and stroll through a vibrant downtown Desert Garden. Attend seasonal cultural festivals and art shows; discover unique shops; exceptional galleries and gourmet restaurants. Come meet us on your next visit and Keep It Carefree. City of Mesa mesaaz.gov Located in Maricopa County and 15 miles east of Phoenix, Mesa covers 132 square miles, is the third largest city in Arizona and the 36th largest city in the nation. The city provides the advantages of a thriving metropolis while maintaining the feel of a suburban environment. With dynamic recreational, educational and business opportunities, Mesa enjoys the best in a variety of amenities including parks within easy walking distance from home,

a variety of sports facilities that cater to athletes young and old, highly rated golf courses for every skill level, a diversity of special events and community festivals, and Mesa’s popular Chicago Cubs and Oakland A’s Spring Training baseball. City of Show Low showlowaz.gov Located in Navajo County, Show Low sits on the Mogollon Rim at an elevation of 6,345 feet in east central Arizona. It was named after a marathon poker game played between two early settlers. They decided there wasn’t enough room for both of them in the community and agreed to let a game of cards decide who was to get the 100,000-acre ranch and who was to move on. Find out more at showlowaz.gov.

SKIING

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recreational paradise for families with kids of all ages.

CLIMBING

Phoenix Rock Gym 1353 University Drive, Tempe, 480.921.8322, phoenixrockgym.com Learn how to climb at one of the region’s best indoor climbing facilities.

HORSEBACK RIDING

Ponderosa Stables 10215 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.268.1261, arizona-horses.com These treks display the area’s natural beauty. White Tank Stables 20300 W. Olive Avenue, Waddell, 844.967.4653, potagoldadventures.com Explore Maricopa County’s largest regional park on horseback. Windwalker Expeditions 5440 E. Peak View Road, Cave Creek, 480.585.3382, 888.785.3382, windwalkerexpeditions.com The private, horseback rid-

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ing company located north of Phoenix features English and Western horses.

HOT AIR BALLOONS

Arizona Hot Air Balloons Inc. 702 W. Deer Valley Rd., Phoenix, 480.282.8686, arizonahotairballoons.com Balloon rides in the Phoenix metropolitan area including: Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Anthem, Cave Creek, Carefree and Apache Junction. Rainbow Ryders 1725 W. Williams Drive, Bldg. D, Suite 39, Phoenix, 800.725.2477, rainbowryders.com Get an incredible birds’-eye view of the Valley during a memorable hot-air balloon ride in Phoenix. Rainbow Ryders takes pride in hosting memorable balloon rides in Phoenix and Scottsdale daily, year-round for groups of all sizes.

OFF-ROAD TOURS

Desert Dog Hummer Adventures 17212 E. Shea Boulevard, Fountain Hills, 480.837.3966, azadventures.com Desert Dog Hummer

Adventures offers firstclassic service, quality and customer satisfaction. The Hummers are designed with excellent safety features and provide guests with comfortable, high-visibility seating. Desert Dog Adventures offers unique levels of 4X4 touring, from the modest to the extreme. Desert Wolf Tours 47801 N. Black Canyon Highway, New River, 877.613.9653 (WOLF) desertwolftours.com, info@ desertwolftours Desert Wolf Tours’ guides lead participants through the beautiful Sonoran desert for more than three hours. Head deep into the Sonoran Desert where guests will see beautiful mountain vista views, incredible dynamic terrain, and, perhaps, Sonoran Desert creatures, both furry and scaled. Gold Canyon ATV Rental 480.426.9611, goldcanyonatvrentals.com. Gold Canyon ATV Rental is “Arizona’s exclusive East Valley off-road rental company.” With two locations, the company offers driveoff-the-lot trail access. Call

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for guided or unguided trail ride. Full- and half-day rates Full and half day rates available.

OFF ROAD

Sedona Off-Road Center 145 W. State Route 89A, Sedona, 928.284.4735 With the biggest selection of off-road vehicles and quad rentals in Sedona, Off-Road Center provides everything you need to create your own tour.

HIKING

STATEWIDE Arizona State Parks and Trails With camping, RV and cabin options at 15 state parks, you can extend your visit and enjoy Arizona’s outfields. Head west to the Colorado River, where there are four state parks. Fishing, boating and hiking are just a few of the activities offered on the beaches at Buckskin Mountain, River Island, Lake Havasu and Cattail Cove state parks. Arizona’s famous red rock country is just a short drive north of Phoenix, near Sedona. Fort Verde and Jerome state historic parks each offer tours through his...continues on page 91

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tory, showing preserved artifacts and scenes from years past, in towns where there is plenty to explore. Southern Arizona offers its own adventures, from camping and hiking in Lost Dutchman State Park in Apache Junction, down to Patagonia Lake and Roper Lake state parks for camping and lake-front fun. Catalina, Oracle and Picacho Peak state parks also offer hiking trails ranging from moderate to difficult, with starry night skies, programs and events, and an amazing array of wildﬂowers.

PHOENIX

Camelback Mountain Summit Trail 4925 E. McDonald Drive Tatum Boulevard at McDonald Drive, Phoenix, phoenix.gov/parks, 602.261.8318 One of the most popular hikes in the Phoenix area. Piestewa Peak Summit Trail 2701 E. Squaw Peak Drive, Phoenix, 602.262.7901 The most popular trail in the city. Dreamy Draw Nature Trail 2421 E. Northern Avenue, Phoenix, 602.261.8318 This is a popular choice for many casual hikers and horse riders.

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TEMPE

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BUCKEYE

Copper Canyon Golf Club 26577 W. Desert Vista Boulevard, Buckeye, 928.252.6783, coppercanyongolfclub.com 18 holes Designed by Lee Schmidt and Brian Curley, Copper Canyon’s 18 holes of championship golf offers generous fairways and features more than 11 lakes, adding to the unique beauty of the Pulte/ Del Webb active adult community of Festival Ranch. Verrado Golf Club 4242 N. Golf Drive, Buckeye, 623.388.3000, verradogolfclub.com 36 holes Tucked in the foothills of the White Tank Mountains in Buckeye, stretching to more than 7,000 yards and offering jaw-dropping views and rugged natural beauty, Verrado Golf Club is an exceptional West Phoenix Valley golf experience that can accommodate golfers of all levels. After your round, the Verrado Grille restaurant is a great place to relax and take in the sunset.

Rancho Manana Golf Club 5734 E. Rancho Manana Boulevard, Cave Creek, 480.488.0398, ranchomanana.com 18 holes Voted as one of Arizona’s most scenic golf courses, Rancho Manana offers stunning views of mountains, cactus and wildlife on an 18-hole, par-70 course lined by striking homes and an expansive country club.

FOUNTAIN HILLS

SunRidge Canyon Golf Club 13100 SunRidge Drive, Fountain Hills, 480.837.5100, sunridgegolf.com 18 holes Golf at SunRidge Canyon is an adventure, where nature plays a profound role. Nestled between the canyon walls and foothills of the McDowell Mountains, on the edge of Scottsdale, this Keith Foster layout features scenic elevation changes, bold design features and the signature “Wicked 6” stretch of finishing holes. It’s no wonder why SunRidge Canyon is consistently ranked in the top

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25 “Best Courses You Can Play” in Arizona by Golfweek and Golf Magazine. It also hosted the 2014 PGA Club Professional Championship of Canada. Eagle Mountain Golf Club 14915 Eagle Mountain Parkway, Fountain Hills, 480.816.1234, eaglemtn.com 18 holes Nestled in the ravines of Arizona’s McDowell Mountains and colorized by dramatic sunrises and sunsets, Eagle Mountain beckons those who desire an outstanding golf experience.

GILBERT

Trilogy Golf Club at Power Ranch 4415 E. Village Parkway, Gilbert, 480.988.0004, trilogygolfclub.com/ powerranch/ 18 holes Nestled between the San Tan Mountains and the notable Arizona landmark Superstition Mountains, Trilogy offers luxurious surroundings as well as challenging golf. A ...continues on page 93

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little bit natural forces, a little manmade design, the course can be tricky, but that’s half the fun. Call for prices.

GLENDALE

Legend at Arrowhead 21027 N. 67th Avenue, Glendale, 623.561.1902, legendatarrowhead.com 18 holes Touted as one of the friendliest courses around, the Legend is a traditional golf haven with wide fairways and ample greens. Open to the public, this course is one of only two in Arizona designed by Arnold Palmer and, despite the numerous water hazards, offers enjoyable play for all skill levels.

GOODYEAR

Tres Rios Golf Course 15205 W. Vineyard Avenue,

Goodyear, 623.932.3714, estrella-golf.com 18 holes Originally designed by golf course architect Red Lawrence, this traditional par-71 championship course has been around since 1962, yet it’s one of the newest courses in the Valley after a complete renovation. Palm Valley Golf Club 2211 N. Litchﬁeld Road, Goodyear, 623.935.2500, palmvalleygolf.com 27 holes Palm Valley Golf Club is home to 27 holes of championship golf in the West Valley. The North and South 9-hole courses were formerly called the Palms Course, designed by Arthur Hills. And opened in November 2018, the all-new West Course was re-designed by Mike Angus,

featuring water on seven holes for an oasis feel.

MESA

Longbow Golf Club 5601 E. Longbow Parkway, Mesa, 480.807.5400, longbowgolf.com, trooncard. com Longbow Golf Club continues to be on the cutting edge of growing the game and making golf more fun to play. “Surf the Turf” with Longbow GolfBoards adds excitement of a single-rider option to the normal walk and cart options. Nine-hole rounds are encouraged. The Fisher Bryan Golf Academy has been at Longbow Golf Club for 10 years. The First Tee of Phoenix at Longbow Golf Club welcomes hundreds of youth and uses golf as a platform to build core ...continues on page 99

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n 1987, Steve Loy became the head coach of the ASU’s men’s golf team. Two years later, he recruited a special, young left-hander named Phil Mickelson to play for him. Three NCAA championships, 42 PGA Tour wins and five major championships later, Loy and Mickelson continue their partnership with Mickelson Golf Properties – a collection of private and public golf properties located throughout Arizona. For details about the public courses, visit mickelsongolfproperties.com McDowell Mountain Golf Club 10690 E. Sheena Drive, Scottsdale, 480.502.8200,

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mcdowellmountaingc.com 18 holes Located in the heart of Scottsdale and right next to the McDowell Mountains, MMGC offers beautiful views of Arizona’s natural desert landscape. Reopened in 2011 after a significant golf course enhancement and renovation, McDowell Mountain Golf Club offers pristine course conditions. It earned a reputation as a Scottsdale favorite. Ocotillo Golf Club 3751 S. Clubhouse Drive, Chandler, 480.917.6660, ocotillogolf.com 27 holes A traditional-style course, Ocotillo Golf Club’s lush fairways, cascading waterfalls and colorful ﬂora offer a unique contrast to the desert landscaped courses that permeate the Valley. It features three nine-hole tracks with beautiful water features, and generous fairways and landing areas that create birdie opportunities

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for golfers who think their way around the course. Palm Valley Golf Club 2211 N. Litchﬁeld Road, Goodyear, 623.935.2500, palmvalleygolf.com 27 holes Palm Valley Golf Club is home to 27 holes of championship golf in the West Valley. The North and South

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level, Jay Morrish-designed golf courses, the Boulders is known for its breathtaking surroundings, rugged beauty and considered to be among the most demanding in the Southwest. The North and South Courses stretch across an enchanting Sonoran Desert landscape and have won some of the industry’s highest accolades. Golf Club of Estrella 11800 S. Golf Club Drive, Goodyear, 623.386.2600, estrellagolf.com 18 holes Crafted by Nicklaus Design, with Jack Nicklaus II as the primary designer and located within the masterplanned community of Estrella, this par 72, 7139-yard layout features undulating fairways and elevated tee areas that traverse the natural contours of the desert terrain. Longbow Golf Club 5601 E. Longbow Parkway, Mesa, 480.807.5400, longbowgolf.com

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18 holes Located in North Mesa, just minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Old Town Scottsdale, Longbow Golf Club is “The Essence Of Arizona Golf.” This award-winning Ken Kavanagh design was honored as one of the Top 100 Resort Courses in the country and ranked as one of The Top 20 Best Courses You Can Play In Arizona, by Golfweek Magazine. Lookout Mountain Golf Club Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort, 11111 N. Seventh Street, Phoenix, 602.866.8356, tapatiocliffshilton.com/golf/ 18 holes Weaving through the rugged Sonoran Desert, the pristine 18-hole layout borders the Phoenix Mountain Preserve and combines award-winning golf with spectacular views of nearby Lookout Mountain and Piestewa Peak. ...continues on page 98

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The Phoenician Golf Club 6000 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.423.2449, golfthephoenician.com 18 holes After a 10-month redesign, the Phoenician Golf Club has reopened as an outstanding facility for golf enthusiasts. Using previously existing fairway corridors to reroute the course and develop new holes with re-contoured fairways as well as rebuilt and resurfaced green complexes, Architect Phil Smith transformed the new 18-hole golf course with a natural rhythm and ﬂow. Poston Butte Golf Club 6100 Merrill Ranch Parkway, Florence, 520.723.1880, postonbuttegc.com 18 holes Located in Florence and nestled in the master-planned community of Anthem, Poston Butte Golf Club is a par 72 championship Gary Pranks design offering five sets of tees ranging from 5,300 to 7,300 yards, providing golfers of all skill levels an enjoyable experience. Sewailo at Casino Del Sol 5655 W. Valencia Road, Tucson, 520.838.6623,

sewailogolfclub.com 18 holes The golf course, named “Sewailo,” meaning “ﬂower world” in the Yaqui language, opened in December 2013. The championshipstyle course, designed by Ty Butler and Notah Begay III, resembles a desert oasis with impressive water features incorporated into the surrounding landscape. The entire property, including the luxurious, 215-room Casino Del Sol Resort, takes full advantage of the natural setting and surrounding mountain views.

The Westin Kierland Golf Club 15636 N. Clubgate Drive, Scottsdale, 480.922.9283, kierlandgolf.com 27 holes The Westin Kierland Golf Club features more than 300 bunkers, cool lakes, dry desert washes and stands of desert trees. With its spacious 27-hole layout, golfers can marvel at the sweeping vistas of Camelback Mountain, Mummy Mountain, Pinnacle Peak and the McDowells, punctuated by the beauty of the Arizona desert.

Troon North Golf Club 10320 E. Dynamite Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.585.7700, troonnorthgolf.com 36 holes Troon North Golf Club boasts two nationally recognized courses, the Monument and Pinnacle. Both courses are set amid the grandeur of the Sonoran Desert and gracefully wrap around the northern slopes of landmark Pinnacle Peak. This dramatic terrain creates a striking setting by which all other facilities are judged.

Whirlwind Golf Club 5692 W. North Loop Road, Chandler, 480.940.1500, whirlwindgolf.com 36 holes Flavored by the rich cultural heritage of the Gila River Indian Community, Whirlwind’s two championship courses offer a unique perspective for golfers. Devil’s Claw features elevation changes and indigenous vegetation, while Cattail complements its sister course with deep canyons and pristine lakes.

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values as life skills. The Longbow Golf Club contemporary clubhouse features a spacious outdoor apres-golf and event patio with fans, heaters, misters, outdoor kitchen and bar, enormous patio fireplace, The Grille at Longbow Golf Club and a well-appointed golf shop. The Grille boasts Happy Hours from 3 to 6 p.m. daily, mountain and golf course views and has been honored as one of the “Best 19th Holes in The East Valley” by the East Valley Tribune, and the “Best Burger in Mesa” by the Mesa Chamber of Commerce. Longbow Golf Club offers two levels of loyalty cardmember discounts on golf, merchandise, preferred tee times and more. Managed by Troon Golf, Longbow Golf Club is part of

the popular Troon Card frequent player program. Troon TwoSome and FourSome Cardholders can enjoy their benefits at this award-winning East Valley golf course.

PEORIA

Trilogy Golf Club at Vistancia 12575 W. Golf Club Drive, Peoria, 623.328.5100, vistancia.com/ the-communities/trilogy/ golf 18 holes Rated a five out of five by Golf Digest, this club has it all at an extremely reasonable rate. There are five tee boxes to choose from on the par-72 course. Because the total tee ranges vary from 5,573 yards to 7,259 yards, players of all skill levels can enjoy a round. Call for rates details.

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Mirabel 37100 N. Mirabel Club Drive, Scottsdale, 480.437.1500 mirabel.com This stunning Tom Fazio 7,147-yard, par-71 course is an exceptional example of the outstanding quality, craftsmanship and beauty.

SUN CITY

Sun City Golﬁng 623.544.6013, suncitywestgolf.com Seven courses What is heaven to golfers? Playing a different course each day and arriving to the courses in their personal carts. That is what life would be like in Sun City West. With four regulation and three executive courses to pick from, how can you not have fun?

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ucked away in the foothills at the north end of the Valley are the adjoining villages of Carefree and Cave Creek, which offer something for everyone. Whether it is golf on one of the championship courses, the galleries and shops of Easy Street and Spanish Village in Carefree, high tea in the afternoon, fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere, the western ﬂavor of Cave Creek’s Frontier Town or drinking at a real western bar, the CarefreeCave Creek area packs a lot of fun into a scenic area. There’s no better way to take in the scenery than making a day of it at Bartlett Lake, which is about 17 miles northeast of Carefree. Rent jet skis from the marina and spend the day zooming around the lake’s 2,815 acres of boatable surface area. Or, rent a pontoon and pack a picnic. Visit bartlettlake.com or call 602.316.3378 for rental information. If you’re a die-hard land mammal, Cave Creek’s Seven

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Cave Creek Museum preserves the North Valley’s history By Julie Carlson

he Cave Creek Museum’s mission is to collect, interpret and preserve Cave Creek and Carefree’s history. Open to visitors from October through May, the museum began as an historical society in 1968. Located at the base of Black Mountain, it boasts 80 active volunteers dedicated to preserving the history of life in the north desert foothills. “Although we are small, we are mighty in volunteers,” says Karrie Porter Brace, executive director of the museum. “A lot of our people are from the Cave Creek area, or have winter residences. They are docents; they help with collections; they design and install exhibits and lead programs.” The museum is divided into three wings – the Mini-Wing, the Pioneer Wing and the Archeology Wing. Collections are also located throughout the central Ansbaugh Auditorium, in addition to outdoor spaces. “That includes the ranching community, mercantile industry, military, and early historic times of Phoenix,” Brace says. “We also have an amazing archeological collection that documents the Hohokam period and later – ceramics, baskets, stone tools that date back to a 1,000 years before Anglo-European occupation.” The museum often receives input from the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, and other local Native American tribes. Representatives offer programming and activities as well as discussions on how they continue

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to identify with their tribes while bringing awareness of their history. As for the Pioneer Wing, it focuses on exhibits and reproductions relating to the mining communities in the Cave Creek area and the popularity of ranching during the 1950s in places such as Sierra Vista, Spur Cross and Rancho Manana. “To enjoy the West and get a sense of what it was like to live on a ranch is what attracted a lot of people out here,” Brace says. “One of the major things that the Cave Creek Museum owns is a 10-stamp mill.” A stamp mill was used to extract gold, usually in ﬂakes and dust from hard rock such as quartz. The Golden Reef Stamp Mill, located outside, is run by a group of dedicated volunteers the museum affectionately calls the dream team. From October through May see it in action every second Saturday of the month. “What makes our particular stamp mill unique is that it was located here in Cave Creek, and was relocated to the museum grounds, reassembled and operated monthly for our guests.” Also on exhibit are painting by Sharon Brening; photographs by Herb Cohen, who came to Cave Creek in the 1970s with a passion for photography; and “Desert Awareness Ecology Exhibit,” learn about the remarkable critters and the plants that resist blistering heat. In the Mini-Wing, visitors can learn more about the commu-

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nities of Cave Creek and Carefree. Travel back through time while checking out collections of architect Paolo Soleri, how banking worked during the early 1900s, photography from Jerry Sieve, and learn about how Cave Creek was instrumental in helping medically with tuberculosis patients in the Ansbaugh Auditorium. The Cave Creek Museum also has a small library and archives specific to the mission and scope of the museum as well as a lovely desert cactus garden surrounding the building’s exterior. Also outdoors is the Mission Chapel. Originally an episcopal church in the 1940s, the Mission Chapel is now non-denominational. It’s used frequently for weddings. Throughout the year, the museum also hosts a variety of events and fundraisers. Make sure to check the museum’s website for more Family Fun Workshop and Adult Discovery Series dates and/or changes. Before you leave, don’t forget to stop in the museum store where you can find books, stuffed animals, beaded jewelry, purses made from cowboy boots and more, available for sale. Cave Creek Museum 6140 E. Skyline Drive, Cave Creek 480.488.2764 cavecreekmuseum.org

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Gila River Wild Horse Pass Casino 5040 W. Wild Horse Pass Boulevard, Chandler, 800.946.4452, wingilariver.com Wild Horse Pass is the largest of Gila River Gaming’s three locations, offering more than 900 slot machines and 44 table games. A 242-room hotel that AAA rates as Four Diamond accompanies the 1,400-seat entertainment venue that hosts premier acts, as well as eight restaurants that offer top-notch dining experiences. Gila River Lone Butte Casino 1077 S. Kyrene Road, Chandler, 800.946.4452, wingilariver.com More than 800 slots and 24 game tables highlight the action at Lone Butte Casino. Stay for a drink at Cities Bar and Grill, then try to score some cash in the 750-seat bingo center.

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FORT MCDOWELL

Fort McDowell Casino 10424 N. Fort McDowell Road, Fort McDowell, 800. THE.FORT, fortmcdowellcasino.com With a huge gambling area, it’s almost impossible to play all the games available. The casino sports 866 slot machines and offers regular poker tournaments. Also available are keno and bingo areas, with the bingo hall having nonsmoking and smoking sections. When you get hungry, The Red Rock Buffet is all-you-can-eat and Noodles Sushiya offers traditional Asian fare and sushi. For casual dining, try Café 87, Silver Platter or the New York Deli.

WEST VALLEY

Desert Diamond West Valley Casino 9431 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale, 623.877.7777, ddcaz.com/west-valley

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Desert Diamond West Valley Casino is home to winners in West Valley. Conveniently located next to Westgate Entertainment District, the casino features more than 1,000 slot machines, ample parking and a food court filled with delicious treats. Easy to find, it is right off the Loop 101 at exit 8, Northern Avenue. Vee Quiva Hotel and Casino 15091 S. Komatke Lane, Laveen, 800.946.4452, wingilariver.com Vee Quiva Hotel and Casino features more than 900 slot machines and 30 game tables, including the newest, Chase the Flush. Customeracclaimed guest service creates an ideal experience at the boutique hotel, and Ditka’s headlines the dining options. ...continues on page 110

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Energy CAZ Sports Bar revives the lounge in Casino Arizona By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

hen Steve Gerken visits his workplace, Casino Arizona, he sees a need for additional energy, even as the slot machines are aglow and the poker hands are full. Guests occasionally say the same. So, in January, Casino Arizona debuted its revved-up lounge now known as CAZ Sports Bar, with its 46 4K TVs, projector screen, state-of-the-art sound system, local beers on tap, whiskey barrell bar and the 48-ounce burger challenge. “We had an understanding from guests that they wanted fun food, food more aligned with a sports bar,” says Gerken, who also oversees Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale as senior director of hospitality. “We have the 48-ounce burger, a giant six-patty burger. We also added games like shufﬂeboard.” Appetizers at CAZ Sports Bar are referred to as Tailgaters – chicken tenders, breaded jumbo shrimp, potato skins, mac and beer cheese from Kilt Lifter, cheesy chili fries, beer cheese

and pretzel bites, blue agave guacamole and full-blitz nachos, all of which range from $6.75 to $9.75. Entrees are clever: 10 oz. New York steak with Tin Cup Whiskey ($13.75), with the options of adding shrimp or lobster. The half-slab ribs ($13.25) are slow smoked, chargrilled St. Louis ribs with whiskey barbecue sauce and two sides. The sides, or the appropriately dubbed “special teams,” are housemade potato chips, onion rings, chili-spiked wafﬂe fries, coleslaw, mac and beer cheese; and Flatbreads, crispy Buffalo chicken wrap, ribeye burger and CAZ Italian baked sandwich are high on the list of suggestions. Sticking with the local theme, The Dipper – thinly sliced ribeye, sautéed onion, sweet peppers, andouille, Kilt Lifter cheddar cheese sauce and hoagie roll – comes with Cave Creek bourbon whiskey. The décor has been overhauled as well. “There are new tables, new chairs and we changed the face of the bar to add excitement,” says Gerken, pointing to the

ticker above the bar. “We’re trying to capture the excitement of sports. We have Spring Training down the street, the Chicago Cubs are nearby, as are the Rockies and the D-backs at Talking Stick.” The televisions focus on Arizona’s hometown teams – Rattlers, Cardinals, Suns, Coyotes, D-backs and the nearby Phoenix Rising. “We’ve always been an organization that wants to make it exciting and different,” says Gerken, who has been with Casino Arizona since it opened in 2000. “That’s with all the properties as well. We really try to stay on top of things.” CAZ Sports Bar, Casino Arizona, 524 N. 92nd Street, Scottsdale, 480.850.7777, casinoarizona.com

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MARICOPA

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino 15406 Maricopa Road, Maricopa, 480.802.5000, harrahsakchin.com For those who want to take a couple of days and relax in a resort where the slots are never too far away, Harrah’s Ak-Chin location is the place. On the casino ﬂoor, you’ll be able to enjoy 40,000 square feet of slots, keno and separate rooms for poker and live-action blackjack. The slots range from penny machines to $25 games. Amid the casino is The Lounge and on top of that bar is a stage, making the barstool the best seat in the house to watch a band free of charge. For food, The Buffet is open for lunch and dinner and can rival any spread in Vegas. The Range

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Steakhouse is an elegant steakhouse; Agave’s Restaurant is open for all meals; and the Copper Cactus Grill is open 24 hours.

PINETOP

Hon-Dah Resort & Casino 777 Highway 260, Pinetop, 800.929.8744, hon-dah.com If you aren’t enticed by the slots, poker, delicious food and drinks and the wonderful hotel, then how about this? Hon-Dah Resort & Casino is perfectly located for those winter sports lovers and offers fantastic accommodations for snow sports.

SCOTTSDALE

Talking Stick Resort 9800 E. Indian Bend Road, Scottsdale, 480.850.7734, talkingstickresort.com Talking Stick Resort boasts

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240,000 square feet of gaming, including a huge selection of penny slots and Arizona’s largest poker room. The resort/casino offers a plethora of entertainment options. Casino Arizona 524 N. 92nd Street, Scottsdale, 480.850.7777, casinoarizona.com Casino Arizona has more than 900 ticket-pay multidenominational slot machines, live blackjack and other table games and live fast-action keno. In its showroom, Casino Arizona brings in top-notch tribute groups like Aeromyth.

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ARIZONA MILLS American Furniture Warehouse 4700 S. Power Road, Gilbert, 480.500.4121; 5801 N. 99th Avenue, Glendale, 602.422.8000, afw. com. American Furniture Warehouse has been offering the best prices and widest selection of furniture and home decor since 1975. Whether shoppers are looking for traditional, contemporary or modern designs, they can find it online or in-store for an affordable price. The store delivers most places throughout the United States. Antique City Warehouse 1300 S. Country Club Drive, Suite 104, Mesa, 480.999.3322, antiquecitywarehouse.com/ Antique City Warehouse is among the five largest malls in the Valley, with more than 34,000 square feet of space offering a wide array of antiques, vintage and repurposed décor. Antique Trove 2020 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.947.6074, antiquetrove.com/scottsdale Established in 1989, the Antique Trove has been the

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“go-to” location in the Valley for more than 20 years. The store boasts more than 140 quality vendors within its 23,000-square-foot space. Shoppers can find anything from Victorian items to very popular mid-century furniture and collectibles. Arizona Mills 5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle, Tempe, 480.491.9700, simon.com/mall/arizona-mills Arizona Mills is a racetrack in layout and pace and is a predominantly bargain and closeout mall. Park the nonshoppers at Tilt Studio, the Legoland Discovery Center or at the movies. Set your pace at H&M or Neiman Marcus Last Call where you can find last year’s Marc Jacobs at a fraction of the original price. Browse clothing as you take a shortcut through Forever 21. Cruise through hundreds of sunglass styles at Sunglass Hut before finally refueling and regrouping at Rainforest Cafe. Arizona Territory Gift Store/ Trading Post OdySea Aquarium, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Suite 480, Scottsdale, 480.921.8600;

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Arizona Mills, 5000 S. Arizona Mills Mall Circle, Tempe, 480.777.3770 Arizona Territory Gift Store/ Trading Post is a full-line shop featuring Arizona and Southwest items, including men’s, ladies’ and children’s apparel, T-shirts, caps, hats, mugs, shot glasses, magnets, keychains, jewelry, signs, picture frames, postcards, greeting cards, Mexican imports, Native Americancrafted items, salsas, soups, jellies, candies, ceramics, children’s toys, ornaments, lotions, Southwest kitchen accessories, aprons, placemats, towels and rugs. It’s the best gift store in the West. Arizona Walk Shop /Hanger Clinic 1310 E. Southern Avenue, Suite 101, Mesa, 480.461.1940, boneal@ hanger.com Arizona Walk Shop specializes in top-quality footwear brands for many feet for the past 18 years to ensure the best experience possible. The staff shows clients how to really pamper their feet and they will reward them ...continues on page 114

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DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE with every step. Come in and experience what everyone is talking about. Baudine’s...Mad About Shoes Summit at Scottsdale, 32415 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.367.0950; 8963 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Scottsdale, 480.502.5266; 7001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.951.4050. Whether you’re all about the latest trend or more inclined to the comfiest, a new pair of shoes can make you strut. With a wide variety of styles and prices, Baudine’s Mad about Shoes is the perfect place to find your happy (feet) place. Big Bronco 6602 E. Cave Creek Road, Cave Creek, 480.575.1357 (furniture barn), 480.575.7025 (general store), bigbroncocavecreek. com. Big Bronco features a wide assortment of home accessories, such as brightly hued ceramic pots filled with desert floral, vivid and soft fabric throws, vintage serapes, and an endless selection of Southwest pillows. It carries special-

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ized art pieces made out of recycled metal in horse and other Western motifs. Inspired Kachinas and Peace Ponies by local artists are favorites, as well as wooden steer skulls and barbed-wire candles. Biltmore Fashion Park 2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602.955.8400, shopbiltmore.com Plan to spend a splendid afternoon strolling through the outdoor garden setting of Phoenix’s most luxurious shopping destination, Biltmore Fashion Park. With more than 70 high-end stores and delectable boutiques, fine restaurants and sidewalk cafes, this is an experience you won’t soon forget. Chandler Fashion Center 3111 W. Chandler Boulevard, Chandler, 480.812.8488, shopchandlerfashioncenter. com Located where the Price Freeway and the Santan Freeway meet at Chandler Boulevard, each wing is dedicated to a specific category of merchandising, like clothing, home, children and electronics. In the middle rests Barnes &

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Noble Booksellers. At the end of each leg are Dillard’s, Nordstrom, Sears and Macy’s. Don’t forget the Lego Store. There’s also a plethora of dining options. The Clotherie Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Road, Suite 169, Phoenix, 602.956.8600, theclotherie.com The Valley’s most awarded men’s clothing and fashion boutique, The Clotherie was founded in 1969 and housed inside the stylish Biltmore Fashion Park. The Clotherie is a place for men of all ages to shop a carefully curated collection of the world’s finest luxury clothing, including an extensive selection of modern, trimmer fits and an excellent in-house tailor. Desert Ridge Marketplace 21001 N. Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.513.7586, shopdesertridge.com Shop, dine and play at North Phoenix’s premier shopping and entertainment destination. More than 110 retailers and restaurants in one convenient location including Kohl’s, Old Navy, Ross, Lush, ...continues on page 116

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Ulta Beauty, Target, Torrid and Pier 1 Imports. Dining options include The Keg Steakhouse and Bar, Yard House, Romano’s Macaroni Grill, Mimi’s Café, The Sandbar Mexican Grill and more. Downtown Tempe/Mill Avenue District downtowntempe.com Right across the street from ASU, Downtown Tempe and its diverse attractions deliver a (Sun) Devil of a time. In addition to college town staples like Urban Outfitters, plenty of independently owned shops will also pique your interest. Look for the ParkiT symbol at participating parking lots, which give you an hour of free parking. Divaz boutique offers slinky selections and designer denim, and be sure to venture off and get your sweet tooth fix at Candy Addict, get an on-site brewed beer at Gordon Biersch, get your Irish fix at Rula Bula, find something to satisfy your inner hippie at Hippie Gypsy and get some collegiate wear or a sixer to go at Thirsty Dog. Finally, at Shoe Mill, once you’ve reached the end of Mill Avenue, your feet will beg to slip into a pair of Simple mules or Birkenstock clogs at this sensible shoe store.

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Duck and Decanter 1651 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602.274.5429 The Phoenix area has no shortage of wine markets to choose from, but Duck and Decanter is clearly among its most established and unique. Beyond its wide and well-respected variety for purchase, the market/restaurant/café also hosts frequent tastings. Elite Jewelry and Loan 805 N. Scottsdale Road, Tempe, 480.699.6639, elitejewelryandloan.com. Formerly in Wrigleyville and Wicker Park (American Jewelry & Pawn), Elite Jewelry and Loan carries more than 5,000 unique items with deals on fine and vintage jewelry, and high-end watches. The Cohen family, who are originally from Chicago, now have a location in Tempe. Exquisite Swimwear 2450 W. Happy Valley Road, Suite 1151, Phoenix, 623.581.7428, exquisiteswimwear.com Exquisite Swimwear offers affordable and trendy swimwear for the entire family year around. It carries suits up to women’s size 24 and specialize in D to H Cup, mastectomy suits, athleisure and offer suit alterations. As Arizona’s largest

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swim specialty store, browse through our collection of more than 10,000 pieces. High Society Resale Boutique 10805 N. 71st Way, Scottsdale, 480.951.2506, highsocietyretail.com Open since 1984, High Society Resale Boutique sells women’s clothing and accessories in sizes 0 to 22 within its 4,400-square-foot store. High Society carries high-end labels and boutique brands alike. The store attracts out-of-town visitors, who bring designs Canada, Europe, Asia and other parts of the United States. The store invites unusual items that are sometimes a little funky. The friendly staff is style conscious and loves to help customers put together outfits. The inventory changes hourly, as High Society takes in racks of clothing daily. High Street 5415 E. High Street, Phoenix, 480.319.8700, highstreetaz.com A shopping and entertainment district in North Phoenix that features 42 Saint and Almond Tree Wedding Boutique, as well as Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy and Blue Martini. ...continues on page 118

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SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE Kierland Commons 15205 N. Kierland Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.348.1577, kierlandcommons.com Kierland offers 40 acres of office, residential, restaurant and retail components, navigable by beautifully landscaped Main Street, radiating from the Central Plaza. When you get hungry, Zinc Bistro will transport you to a French café where you can enjoy a light snack of wine and cheese.

The high-end consignment furniture store Lost and Found Resale Interiors serves Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area. The first location, Phoenix, opened in the fall of 2012, with Scottsdale (the northwest corner of Shea Boulevard and Scottsdale Road) to follow in January 2017. It specializes in mid-century, modern, vintage, retro and contemporary furniture, and also carries unique interior and exterior furnishings and accessories.

London Gold 10441 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.367.1717 7311 N. Bell Road, Peoria, 623.979.4445 3100 W. Chandler Boulevard, Chandler, 480.705.4191, londongold.com London Gold is the home of Arizona’s finest and largest collection of diamond engagement rings, certified Gemological Institute of America diamonds, earrings, diamond rings, gemstones, gold and platinum fine and fashion jewelry.

Mesa Market Place 10550 E. Baseline Road, west of Signal Butte Road, Mesa, 480.380.5572 Enjoy “recreational shopping” at its finest at the Mesa Market Place Swap Meet. Admission, parking and live entertainment in the food court are free. Peruse the 1,600 shopping spaces under a mile of covered walkways. Hours are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Service dogs only.

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Mesa Riverview 1061 N. Dobson Road, Mesa, 480.461.0050, mesariverview.com Easily accessible from the Loop 202 and Dobson Road, Mesa Riverview offers shopping – even for guys – with Bass Pro Shop and Riverview Nissan or Riverview Toyota.

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When you’re shopped-out and full on Chili’s, Cracker Barrel or any of a number of other restaurants, you can relax with a movie at Cinemark. Old Town Scottsdale Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale Road at Main Street, downscottdale.com The best time to visit historical Old Town Scottsdale (“The West’s Most Western Town”) is Thursday evenings for the Scottsdale ArtWalk, when over 100 art galleries and jewelry stores prop open their doors to invite patrons to gander the work of famous and up-andcoming artists. The Old Town district is along each side of Scottsdale Road between Second Street and Indian School Road. On-Auk-Mor & Lone Butte Trade Centers 10115 E. McDowell Road, Scottsdale, 480.945.4116; 8001 E. McKellips Road, Scottsdale, 480.949.0971, onaukmor.com Native American-owned tobacco shop and delicatessen that sells baskets and fuel on the reservation. The convenient stores offer the lowest prices for all tobacco products in locations bordering Scottsdale and Chandler. ...continues on page 120

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POTTERY LAND Ortega International Collection 7252 E. First Avenue, Scottsdale, 480.219.1500, ortegaintlcollection1.com. Founded in September 2017, Old Town Scottsdale’s Ortega International Collections carries turquoise jewelry, furniture and Mexican rugs, among other items. Outlets at Anthem 4250 W. Anthem Way, Phoenix, 623.465.9500, outletsanthem.com This 374,000-square-foot outlet mall is home to more than 60 stores with brand-name merchandise at everyday discounts of 30% to 70%. Phoenix Premium Outlets 4976 Premium Outlet Way, Chandler, 480.639.1764, premiumoutlets.com/outlets/ phoenix Phoenix Premium Outlets serves as the premier shopping destination for locals and visitors looking for upscale shopping in a casual, familyfriendly atmosphere. Phoenix Premium Outlets features savings of 25 percent o 65 percent off brands like Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Polo Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade New York, Coach, Michael

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Kors, Movado Company Store, Adidas, Under Armour, Sunglass Hut, Lucky Brand and more. Dining options include: Starbucks, Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen, Charley’s Grilled Subs and Dairy Queen. Potteryland 23843 S. Cooper Road, Chandler, 480.802.1309, potteryland.com Selling pottery, garden accessories and concrete statues displayed inside and out. Saba’s Western Wear Locations Valleywide. 877.342.1835 or sabas.com The traditional outfitter of cowboys and cowgirls has eight locations in Chandler, Cave Creek, Avondale, Scottsdale and Mesa. SanTan Village 2218 E. Williams Field Road, Gilbert, 480.282.9500, shopsantanvillage.com SanTan Village is home to young, fashionable stores like Forever 21, Charlotte Russe and Torrid, while still offering sophisticated styles from Loft and Coach. Scottsdale Fashion Square 7014 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.941.2140

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Fashion Square satisfies the Valley’s most discriminating tastes, as the exquisite Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, Kate Spade New York, Anthropologie and Gucci are leavened by Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and the largest Dillard’s in the state. Throw into the mix staple ingredients like Kenneth Cole and Banana Republic and a splash of cosmetics with M.A.C. and Sephora. Voila! A feast of credit card fun. Even check out the Teslas! Scottsdale Quarter 15037 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.270.8123, scottsdalequarter.com Scottsdale Quarter holds some of the city’s most exciting retailers, including The Apple Store and H&M, plus some unique offerings, like Opus Contemporary Gallery and West Elm for furniture and accessories. Dining options range from white tablecloth at BRIO Tuscan Grille to casual fare at True Food Kitchen. Scottsdale Seville 7001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, scottsdaleseville. com Scottsdale Seville is a destination that offers the best in ...continues on page 122

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TEMPE MARKETPLACE restaurants, bars, boutiques and luxury services. Enjoy fresh salads, sandwiches and soups at Wildflower Bread Company, authentic Mexican fare at Tia Shorty’s Authentic Mexican Food, a smoothie at Jamba Juice, great appetizers and wine at Terroir Wine Pub or fine dining at Ruth’s Chris Steak House. Shop at boutiques or get pampered at the many spas and salons. Scottsdale Waterfront 7150 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.947.9700, scottsdalewaterfrontshopping.com Across the street from Scottsdale Fashion Square, Scottsdale Waterfront will expand any shopper’s horizons, with unique boutiques and dining, including Olive & Ivy. Tanger Outlets 6800 N. 95th Avenue, Glendale, 623.877.9500, tangeroutlet.com/glendale Attracting thousands of visitors – especially on Cardinals or Coyotes game days – Tanger Outlets provides a good bang for the buck. Get Coach clutches for a reasonable price, dine at Fired Pie or just people-watch sports fans. Tempe Camera Sales, Rentals and Repairs: 606 W. University Drive, Tempe Photo Lab: 530 W. University

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Drive, Tempe, 480.996.6954, tempecamera.biz Want to snap those perfect shots of the big games as well as Valley hotspots? Tempe Camera is the onestop imaging store for all photographers – amateur and professional alike. The company’s business philosophy is simple: provide its customers with good service at reasonable prices. The sales department offers new and used equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting, supplies and darkroom gear. Trade-ins are welcome toward new purchases. It also boasts a rental center and repair department. Tempe Marketplace 2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, 480.966.9338, tempemarketplace.com This massive Tempe mall features the District, an outdoor mall designed like an indoor mall, with luxurious seating areas and a multitude of local and national retailers, including Buckle and PacSun. BevMo, Target, Old Navy, Red Robin and other major retailers man the mall perimeter. There are numerous bars, including San Felipe’s Cantina, and a variety of eateries to satisfy any palate. The mall features regular free concerts and other entertainment, as well as a free trolley to and from Sloan Park on all

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Cubs home game days. The trolley stop is on the north side of the Tempe Marketplace property between Thirsty Lion and Kabuki, and runs every half-hour. Westgate Entertainment District 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, 623.385.7502, westgateaz.com Adjacent to State Farm Stadium and Gila River Arena is Westgate Entertainment District. For lovers of all things outdoors, visit Cabela’s, or get that favorite team jersey at Just Sports. When you’re hungry you can grab food and drink at McFadden’s or Calico Jack’s Mexican Cantina. Wild West Mercantile 7302 E. Main Street, Suite 7, Mesa, 800.596.0444, wildwestmercantile.com The one-stop shop for all-things Western! Wild West Mercantile has a great selection of Old West and contemporary men’s and ladies’ clothing, boots, hats and more. The company carries many top brands like Wrangler, Ariat Boots, Scully Leather, Roper, Rodeo King Hats, Brighton, American West Handbags and Minnetonka.

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fried frog legs, alligator nuggets and freshly shucked raw oysters. Bar Louie Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, 623.522.5810, barlouie.com. Visit website for additional locations. Bar Louie serves handcrafted signature martinis and an exceptional selection of uniquely presented American food, including traditionally and regionally inspired small plates, burgers and sandwiches. Buffalo Wild Wings Westgate Entertainment District, 9404 W. Westgate Boulevard, Glendale, 623.877.9127, buffalowildwings.com. Visit website for additional locations. Buffalo Wild Wings is the ultimate place to watch the game and enjoy signature sauce-tossed wings, burgers, sandwiches and appetizers. Receive 10 percent off the total bill upon presentation of sameday Spring Training ticket stub. BLT Steak 5402 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, 480.905.7979, bltrestaurants.com Gaze at Scottsdale’s Camelback Mountain while dining at

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this resort restaurant located at JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort and Spa. The menu offers a modern approach on timeless American meals and exquisite steaks. Burger Theory 4401 E. McDowell Road, Phoenix, 602.358.0924, burgertheoryphx.com Burger Theory boasts the freshest patties—beef, chicken or falafel burgers. With 17 TVs and happy hour from 3 to 7 p.m. seven days a week, Burger Theory is the perfect place to watch Spring Training games. Butters Pancakes & Café 8300 N. Hayden Road, Suite F104, Scottsdale, 480.629.4333; 14795 N. Northsight Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.991.0011, butterscafe.com Arizona Diamondbacks players hang out here and with good reason—Butters Pancakes & Café’s food is innovative. The staff serves only fresh-squeezed orange juice, and strives to source organically grown ingredients from local farmers and producers. Check out the Brioche French toast, fluffy pancakes and moist omelets. ...continues on page 126

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DC STEAKHOUSE Chompie’s 3481 W. Frye Road, Chandler, 480.398.3008; 9301 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.860.0475; 4550 E. Cactus Road, Phoenix, 602.710.2910; 1160 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480.557.0700; 7700 W. Arrowhead Towne Center, Suite 1145, Glendale, 623.344.3140, chompies. com. Customers are invited to buy one, get one free Wagyu Kobe beef burgers or all-natural hormone chicken breast sandwich. Customers can mix or match, and the item of lesser value will be discounted. The Chuckbox 202 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480.968.4712, thechuckbox.com This burger joint is a Tempe institution, where legendary short-order cook “Big Juan” serves charbroiled patties and cold beer. Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers 4222 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.941.2747; 5625 N. Seventh Street, Phoenix, 602.354.8093; 3950 E. Indian School Road, Suite 150, Phoenix, 602.314.6221; 1980 W. Germann Road, Chandler, 480.899.2007; 18529 N.

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Scottsdale Road, Suite 121, Scottsdale, 480.912.7219; 4731 E. Cactus Road, Phoenix, 602.602.4766; 10767 N. 116th Street, Scottsdale, 480.614.2747; 9828 W. Northern Ave., Suite 1700, Peoria; coldbeers.com. See website for additional locations. Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers’ award-winning patties are hand-formed from fresh ground chuck. The rotating beer menu offers more than 130 beer choices – tap, bottled or canned. Culinary Dropout 7135 E. Camelback Road, Suite 125, Scottsdale, 480.970.1700; 5632 N. Seventh Street, Phoenix, 602.680.4040; 149 S. Farmer, Tempe, 480.240.1601, culinarydropout.com. See website for additional locations. Enjoy gastropub fare in a way only Culinary Dropout can provide. Developing into a true mainstay among Valley residents, first-timers should check it out to see what everyone’s raving about. Menu items include the “cheap house salad” and 36-hour pork ribs. DC Steakhouse 98 S. San Marcos, Chandler, 480.899.4400, dc-steak-

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house.com At the center of Chandler, DC Steak House offers steaks, seafood, chops and wine. Having worked for family-run restaurants his entire life, Wisconsin native Dean Laplant opened Downtown Chandler Steak House in October 2010 with the goal of bringing families and friends together over terrific food, superb wine and impeccable service. Dillon’s KC BBQ 40202 N. 87th Avenue, Peoria, 928.501.2227, dillonsrestaurant.com Also: Wildlife World Zoo, 16335 N. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park, 623.535.4249; 8706 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria, 623.979.5353; 20585 N. 59th Avenue, Glendale, 623.566.8100 The newest member of the Dillon’s KC BBQ family is Dillon’s Bayou, which is serving great food to diners 13 miles closer than its previous spot. Spend the day, choose a camp site or dine with us at this wonderfully huge venue that only Dillon’s Bayou, and its award-winning barbecue can offer. Check out the general store, where you’re sure to find something necessary or unique. Guests and employees are the company’s ...continues on page 128

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DON AND CHARLIE’S greatest asset and it’s grateful for their loyalty. Visit one of the destination locations. Don and Charlie’s 7501 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.990.0900, donandcharlies.com Since 1981, the baseballthemed Don & Charlie’s has been serving two prime steaks, barbecue baby back ribs, barbecue chicken, prime rib, fresh fish and many other entrees that are indicative to the owners’ Chicago roots. Dorian 7419 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.907.5635, dorianscottsdale.com Dorian is a new modern restaurant that combines California cuisine with Asian flavors and textures. Located in Old Town Scottsdale, Dorian features a seasonal menu of flavorful and bold dishes seared in a mesquite wood oven, craft cocktails and an extensive champagne, wine and beer list. Eggstasy 6990 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.500.5889; 10155 E Via Linda, Scottsdale, eggstasyaz.com Breakfast. Lunch. Mimosas. Eggstasy provides customers with outstanding service,

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quality food and value while offering the freshest ingredients in the market. Most of the products are purchased the same day. Everything is made from scratch daily, including its soups, pancakes, crepes, waffle batter, pancake sauces and compotes. Orange juice is fresh squeezed daily. Eggstasy is happy to prepare dishes the way customers prefer. Fat Tuesday Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Glendale, 623.759.7800, fattuesdaywestgate.com. Straight from Bourbon Street, Fat Tuesday is a drink and food destination. Fill a 14-inch cup with countless flavors of frozen daiquiris while indulging in authentic New Orleans cuisine. Receive 25-percent off the total bill and $1 190 daiquiris upon presentation of same-day Spring Training ticket stub. Firehouse Subs See firehousesubs.com for more information. Firehouse Subs serves hot subs piled high with the highest-quality meats and cheeses. It is known for its commitment to saving lives through the nonprofit Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. Grab a

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sub for the game at 34 area locations. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steak Burgers Locations Valleywide, freddysusa.com This is a classic burger-style joint with famous shoestring fries, hot dogs and patty melts that are as close to downhome cooking as you’ll get. And its custard is so good, it’s in the name of the restaurant itself. Friday’s Front Row Chase Field 401 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.462.3506, frontrowphoenix.com Open 363 days a year, Friday’s Front Row overlooks leftfield at Chase Field. The ballpark hosts Diamondbacks games during the MLB season as well as concerts and a variety of entertainment throughout the year. It provides the best view of the park. Get there early, however, or buy tickets to a table. Hard Rock Café 3 S. Second Street, Suite 117, Phoenix, 602.261.7625, hardrock.com The 8,000-square-foot cafe is in the Collier Center near Talking Stick Resort Arena, Chase Field, Arizona Science Center ...continues on page 130

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KONA GRILL and the Arizona Convention Center. The restaurant houses memorabilia from the likes of Alice Cooper, David Bowie and Pearl Jam. The Haymaker Restaurant Co. 24762 N. Lake Pleasant Parkway, Peoria, 623.566.1515; 1800 N. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, 623.536.9000, haymakeraz. com For years, the family has been serving the best burgers, using only fresh 100 percent Angus chuck. The two locations feature the West Valley’s best breakfast, served throughout the day. On top of that, it was awarded the top 100 bourbon bars in the country. Hooters Arizona Locations around the Valley; nativegrillandwings.com Sports playing on TV! Cold beers! Seafood! Burgers! and delicious wings! Hooter has it all and it’s all served by the world-famous Hooters girls. Who could ask for more? Hooters is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week with six locations across the Valley to serve guests. Johnny Rockets 7014 Camelback Road, Suite 576, Scottsdale, 480.423.1505; SanTan Vil-

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lage, 2270 E. Williams Field Road, Suite B101, Gilbert, 480.722.1848; Deer Valley Shopping Center, 2805 W. Agua Fria Freeway, Phoenix, 623.587.5593; Arizona Mills, 5000 Arizona Mills Circle, Suite 235, Tempe, 480.755.4024; Westgate Entertainment District, 9390 W Hanna Drive, Glendale, 623.877.2977 johnnyrockets.com Johnny Rockets offers high-quality, innovative menu items, including fresh, never-frozen 100 percent beef cooked-to-order hamburgers, Veggie Boca burger, chicken sandwiches, crispy fries and rich, handspun shakes and malts. Have a same-day Spring Training ticket stub? Receive 10 percent off the bill at the Westgate location. The Keg Steakhouse + Bar 3065 W. Chandler Boulevard, Chandler, 480.899.7500; 2240 E. Williams Field Road, Gilbert, 480.821.1500; 21001 N. Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.419.7722; 23 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe, 480.557.5552; 12005 N. Oracle Road, Tucson, kegsteakhouse.com. Quality, comfort and value are three key ingredients that make The Keg experience unlike any other. When it comes

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to steak, The Keg serves only the finest cuts, aged for tenderness and seasoned. Classic cocktails, delicious appetizers, succulent seafood, and an outstanding wine list round out its classic menu. The Keg’s friendly and knowledgeable staff creates an atmosphere that encourages guests to enjoy, relax and be themselves. Kelly’s at Southbridge 7117 E. Sixth Avenue, Scottsdale, 480.393.3205, kellysatsouthbridge.com Kelly’s wants to celebrate the baseball season with fans. Come to Old Town Scottsdale for happy hour from 3 to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and all day on Sunday. Check its website for current specials. Kona Grill 3111 W. Chandler Boulevard, Chandler, 480.792.1711; 2244 E. Williams Field Road, 480.289.4500; 5310 E. High Street, Suite 101, Phoenix, 480.289.5707; 7014 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.429.1100; 15345 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite K100, Scottsdale, 480.378.8186, konagrill.com Since opening its first location in Scottsdale in 1998, Kona Grill has boasted a global menu that features contem...continues on page 132

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NEW YORK BAGELS ‘N BIALYS porary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty cocktails — all made from scratch. The Living Room 2475 W. Queen Creek Road Chandler, 480.855.2848; 20751 N. Pima Road, Suite 120, Scottsdale, 480.404.7465; 2905 E. Skyline Drive, Tucson, 520.308.5591; 4905 E. Ray Road, Suite 107, Phoenix, 480.454.3599; 8977 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 500, Scottsdale, 480.634.6709, livingroomwinebar.com Enjoy happy hour, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch at The Living Room, which serves fresh foods with a contemporary twist, showcasing locally grown ingredients from Arizona-grown producers. The Lola Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, 623.877.5225, thelolaaz. com. Farm fresh food hits the table as family-style sharables, rustic salads, decadent desserts and craft cocktails. Expect to find bright colors and playful plating at this pioneering destination unique to the West Valley. Bring in a sameday Spring Training ticket stub and receive 20 percent off total bill.

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Lush Burger 18251 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.686.8908, lushburgeraz.com Lush Burger is a family-friendly, local neighborhood pub and hamburger-centric eatery. It offers a burger of the month, and happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. (food) and 3 to 9 p.m. (drinks) Monday to Friday, and all day Saturday and Sunday. Native Grill and Wings Locations around the Valley; nativegrillandwings.com Founded in 1978 by Floyd and Judy Anderson, Native Grill and Wings is best known for its chicken wings. Native has become known as a polished family-friendly sports grill that offers more than 20 wing flavors. With strong ties to local organizations, including youth sports leagues, and school partnerships, Native Grill & Wings is strongly invested in Arizona communities. Nekter Juice Bar Locations around the Valley; nekterjuicebar.com The local juice-bar chain creates specialty drinks, cleanses and health-conscious snacks. New York Bagels ‘N Bialys 10320 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.991.3034, nybbaz.com New York Bagels ‘N Bialys

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brings the best of New York to Arizona. Breakfast includes Challah French toast and Benedicts. Lunch is just as craveable, ranging from turkey sandwiches to Reubens. Don’t overlook the homemade soups, fresh salads, smoked fish, burgers and drink specials, as a full bar awaits. The Original Breakfast House 13623 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, 602.482.2328, originalbreakfasthouse.com The Original Breakfast House offers Spring Training specials from Saturday, February 21, to Tuesday, March 26, like chile en nogada omelet, steak and portabella mushroom hash, and shrimp and grits. The tres leches pancakes are a sweet treat. Pete’s Fish and Chips 22 S. Mesa Drive, Mesa, 480.964.7242; 3920 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix, 602.268.1828; 1017 E. Apache Boulevard, Tempe, 480.968.6265; 4121 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, 602.840.0630; 1111 E. Buckeye Road, Phoenix, 602.252.9341; 5516 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale, 623.937.6001; 2628 W. Van Buren, Phoenix, 602.278.3351; 9309 W. Van Buren, Tolleson, ...continues on page 134

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PHILLY’S SPORTS GRILL 623.936.3111, petesfishandchips.com. Pete’s Fish and Chips has been serving “deep-fried goodness” for more than 71 years. Philly’s Sports Grill 1826 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.946.6666; 1402 S. Priest Drive, Tempe, 480.968.6612; 4855 E. Warner Road, Ahwatukee, 480.247.8655, phillyssportsgrill.com Locally owned and operated by ASU alumni, Philly’s Sports Grills have become superb neighborhood watering holes. Tons of craft beers, as well as master mixologists and awesome food, keep the locals returning. Pomelo at the Orchard 7100 N. 12th Street, Phoenix, lucisurbanconcepts.com/ concepts Pomelo at the Orchard is part of Luci’s Urban Concepts. This full-service restaurant serves American food and craft cocktails with an Arizona twist. Also located on the 2.5-acre adaptive reuse property, is Luci’s at the Orchard, a combination of a café and gourmet market with locally roasted Press coffee and smoothies. The space used to be a former citrus orchard and also includes Splurge at the Orchard, an ice

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cream and candy shop. Quiessence at The Farm at South Mountain 6106 S. 32nd Street, Phoenix, 602.276.0601, thefarmatsouthmountain. com Fresh organic gardens surround this highly rated eatery and provide ingredients for the meals—with a new and fresh menu every day—making this quaint, intimate eatery more than just a restaurant. Razz’s Restaurant and Catering 10315 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.905.1308, razzsrestaurant.com With his engaging smile, rich exotic voice and culinary wizardry, Chef Razz Kamnitzer is the charismatic soul of the hip restaurant. The restaurant is small and sleek. A bustling open kitchen transport diners to the hobnobbing, energetic experience of big city dining. The chef is a native of Venezuela with a heritage spanning Europe. Razz offers international classics: paella, bouillabaisse, osso bucco, escargot bourguignonne as well as inspired contemporary creations such as macadamia nut-encrusted mahi mahi served with a tropical fruit relish and garlic beurre blanc sauce. Guests who are Food

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SALUT KITCHEN BAR Boulevard, Glendale, 623.889.7770, thesaddleranch.com. Rock meets Western with home-style cooking. The robust menu features steaks, prime rib, burgers, salads and sandwiches. Don’t forget about the cocktails and cotton candy. Receive $15 off the total bill with presentation of same-day Spring Training ticket stub. Salut Kitchen Bar 1435 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480.635.3600, salutkitchenbar.com Salut is Tempe’s best hidden gem. Providing divine American Mediterranean cuisine in a rustic environment, with recognition for its hummus, bruschetta and wine selection. The dog-friendly patio is perfect for the beautiful spring weather. Enjoy a $3 mimosa and brunch on weekends, lunch specials Monday to Friday, and happy hour weekdays from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Shane’s Rib Shack Westgate Entertainment District, 9404 W. Westgate Boulevard, Glendale, 623.877.7427, shanesribshack.com. Barbecue ribs, pork and chicken, as well as wings, salads and sandwiches are on the menu here. Receive a free kids

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meal with each adult entrée purchase with presentation of a same-day Spring Training ticket stub. Snakes and Lattes 20 W. Sixth Street, Tempe, 480.295.9824, snakesandlattes.com This unique eatery, drinkery and game headquarters is the place to go for an amazing and fun time out. We offer a full menu of food and drinks along with a library full of games so guests can sit, sip and nibble for hours. The menu includes Korean fire chicken poutine, pierogi pizza and triple-decker grilled cheese. For one low price, guests can play any games they want, new and old. The friendly gaming gurus are ready to recommend the perfect game and teach it to your party. The Social on 83rd 8350 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria, P83, 623.486.4343, thesocialaz.us Foodies looking for gourmet delights have just found the right place. The Social on 83rd serves quality food made from locally sourced ingredients in an upscale atmosphere. At The Social on 83rd, the staff serves delights such as center-cut Manhattan strips, 24-hour braised short rib,

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five-spice pork belly, and its house specialty, Social wings. It also serves brunch on the weekends, best enjoyed on the best patio in the West Valley. The Stockyards Steakhouse 5009 E. Washington Street, Suite 115, Phoenix, 602273.7378, stockyardssteakhouse.com. In 1947, The Stockyards, Arizona’s Original Steakhouse, opened its doors with a menu focused solely on its historical past: beef. Staying true to its heritage, The Stockyards’ menu continues to feature only the finest corn-fed, aged steaks and prime rib. With an emphasis on hearty flavors, The Stockyards’ “New West Cuisine” embraces the culture and culinary trends of the Southwest. Sweet Home Chicago 7570 E. Sixth Avenue, Scottsdale, 480.508.1000, sweethomechicago.com This unique venue features wood-fired, slow-cooked barbecue ribs, brisket and pork slow-smoked daily on the patio. The restaurant also offers Broaster chicken. The menu includes a chef-driven selection of sandwiches and appetizers, along with a selection of salads. All menu ...continues on page 138

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T. COOK’S items are crafted by hand in its made-from-scratch kitchen. For those who like to watch sports, there are four multipanel displays and more than 60 HDTVs to view events. T. Cook’s 5200 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602.808.0766, tcooksphoenix.com One of Phoenix’s finest, this restaurant is in the historic Royal Palms Resort and Spa. Old-World décor makes this one of the most romantic restaurants in the Valley. Upscale dining with signature dishes and limited vegetarian options make this a special experience. Tailgaters and Il Primo Pizza 5110 N. Dysart Road, Litchfield Park, 623.547.2227; 7160 E. Pav Way, Prescott Valley, 928.775.0000; 15529 W. Bell Road, Surprise, 623.544.1111; 1046 W. Lake Pleasant Parkway, Peoria, 623.825.9999; 28234 N. Tatum Boulevard, Cave Creek, 480.585.7777; 530 N. Estrella Parkway, Suite 5, Goodyear, tgpizza.com. Tailgaters and Il Primo Pizza is known around town for good times. After all, the food and the fun start here. So, come “tailgate” before, after or during any sporting event. The restaurant proudly shows

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as many televised and payper-view events on its 30-plus large screen TVs. Taphouse Kitchen Scottsdale at Hilton Village, 6137 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 108, Scottsdale, 480.656.0012, taphousekitchen.com Taphouse Kitchen offers a menu by Chef Patrick Karvis that’s focused on modern American cuisine with only the freshest and finest ingredients that are complemented by a respectable selection of craft beers. With more than 20 craft beers on tap, Taphouse Kitchen also offers four beer flights, each of which offer 4-ounce pours. Thee Pitts Again Barbecue Restaurant 5558 W. Bell Road, Glendale, 602.996.7488, theepittsagain.com Family-owned and –operated, Thee Pitts Again is housed in an old-fashioned diner that serves slow-smoked barbecue and Southern grub in a homey, pink space with a pig theme. It was the subject of a Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives segment in 2008. Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill Tempe Marketplace, 2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway,

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Suite 1041, Tempe, 480.968.2920, thirstyliongastropub.com Also: Scottsdale Fashion Square, 7014 E. Camelback Road, Suite 1423, Scottsdale, 480.284.7292; SanTan Village, 2212 E. Williams Field Road, 480.899.0119 At Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill you’ll find great food, more than a dozen big screen TVs, two bars and 52 beers on tap. Ranging from full-bodied I.P.A.s and stouts to smooth ambers and lagers, the Thirsty Lion has a beer for every palate and every plate. Brunch features Irish whiskey French toast, burritos and cocktails. Happy hour specials from 3 to 6 p.m. Top of the Rock Restaurant Phoenix Marriott Tempe at The Buttes, 2000 W. Westcourt Way, Tempe, 602.431.2370, http://bit.ly/2gDZGEg Nestled in the buttes, this restaurant offers a breathtaking view of Phoenix. Watch the Arizona sun set while enjoying refined American cuisine. Twin Peaks Restaurant 8787 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.483.0921, ...continues on page 140

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SQUID INK SUSHI twinpeaksrestaurant.com Twin Peaks offers its customers delicious food, cold beer and a welcoming staff, known as the Twin Peaks Girls. The comfortable, mountain lodge atmosphere entices you to sit back, relax and enjoy the game. It houses more than 60 flat-screens. Want to celebrate a big win? Ask the bartender for fourperson shotski and select from Jack Daniel’s Honey, Jose Cuervo Silver, Fireball, Lemon Drop or Sex on the Peaks shots for $10.95. Additional location: 2135 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602.954.8946. U.S. Egg 7119 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.443.5558; 3238 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.947.7344; 131 E. Baseline Road, Tempe, 480.831.0070; 402 E. Greenway Parkway, Phoenix, 602.993.2122; 5840 W. Chandler Boulevard, Chandler, 480.705.0868; 2957 W. Bell Road Phoenix, 602.843.1249, useggrestaurant.com. The breakfast joint is launching a secret menu for Spring Training in honor of teams that practice here.

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Whiskey Rose Bar & Grill Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Suite E-110, Glendale, 623.877.7673, whiskeyroseaz.com This Southwestern-themed bar and grill offers tasty cold beer, margaritas, burgers, world-class barbecue and more. With a same-day Spring Training ticket stub, receive a $1 margarita or Bud Light pint, plus a free select appetizer. Zinburger 98 W. Vaughn Avenue, Gilbert, 480.387.5000, zinburgeraz.com. See website for additional locations. Serving burgers, milkshakes and a plethora of different wines and beers, Zinburger touches all aspects of taste. Come in to try a new burger every week.

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prepared to meet the highest standards of quality of seafood. But beyond the quality, the staff guarantees with every poke dish an affordable poke experience. Got Sushi? and Korean Barbecue 6744 E. McDowell Road, Suite 102, Mesa, 480.807.8500, gotsushis.com Got Sushi? changed its focus to sushi and Korean barbecue, from sushi and teppanyaki. Check out the new menu. Kabuki Tempe Marketplace, 2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, 480.350.9160; Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, 623.772.9832, kabukirestaurants.com The beautifully decorated restaurant features inventive dishes meant to impress longtime sushi lovers and hook first-timers. At the Westgate location, receive 15-percent off total bill with same-day Spring Training ticket stub. P.F. Chang’s 740 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, 480.731.4600, pf...continues on page 142

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480.419.7697, roysrestaurant.com Blending French, European and Asian cooking styles with adventurous flavors, Roy Yamaguchi created an entirely new approach to fine dining and spread that passion for innovative and creative cuisine throughout the world. The chefs at Roy’s pride themselves on using sustainably sourced and only the freshest, top quality ingredients when bringing their culinary visions to life. And local chefs understand the tastes and preferences of their market, infusing their own creativity and inspiration into every item they create for the Chef’s Creation section of the menu.

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BRITISH/IRISH THAI CHILI TO GO changs.com. See website for additional locations. A trendy Chinese restaurant, this chain has become a favorite. Classic dishes and new favorites make this a popular choice for Chinese cuisine. Squid Ink Sushi 9947 W. Happy Valley Road, Peoria, 623.561.7747; CityScape, 2 E. Jefferson Street, Suite 108, Phoenix, 602.258.0510, squidinksushi.com Passionate about food, Squid Ink staff serves a unique blend of traditional and fusion sushi. Guests can relax on the patio or inside at the bar after watching the game. The restaurant is perfect for families, couples, late-night snacks and happy hour, which is from 3 to 7 p.m. daily. Thai Chili 2 Go 2895 S. Alma School

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Road, Suite 4, Chandler, 480.566.8066; Queen Creek Marketplace, 21202 S. Ellsworth Loop, Suite 109, Queen Creek, 480.550.8041; 4984 S. Power Road, Suite 101, Mesa, 480.378.2601; 6510 S. Higley Road, Suite 105, Gilbert, 480.565.4700; 1887 E. Williams Field Road, Suite 101, Gilbert, 480.566.8061; 16203 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 105, Building 8, Scottsdale, 480.653.9158; 2750 W. Dove Valley Road, Suite 180, Phoenix, 480.566.8065, tc2go.com. Same-day ticket holders can show their stubs for a free drink or order of Thai dumplings from Saturday, February 21, to Tuesday, March 26.

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The Codfather 1618 E. Bell Road, Phoenix, 602.788.1199, thecodfatheraz.com Traditional British fish-andchip shop delivers on many delicacies like Cornish pasties, sausage rolls and Scotch eggs. This restaurant even features a mini British grocery store. Cornish Pasty Company 960 W. University Drive, Tempe, 480.894.6261, cornishpastyco.com. Visit the website for other Valley locations. This modern local chain specializes in traditional Britishstyle pasties. Make sure and try the red wine sauce. You’ll want to drink it out of the cup. English Rose Tea Room 201 Easy Street, Suite 201, Carefree, 480.488.4812, carefreetea.com Established in 2002, the English Rose Tea Room boasts a romantic, shady patio for tea al fresco. It celebrates all ...continues on page 144

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SONSON’S things British, from scones and crumpets, to cottage pie or a Ploughman’s lunch. The Harp Pub Village Square at Dana Park, 1744 S. Val Vista Drive, Mesa, 480.507.7827, theharpaz. com This traditional pub and restaurant offers a wide beer selection and lunch and dinner menu options. Try the beef and British ale pie with its ale gravy and pastry lid. Rula Bula 401 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, 480.929.9500, rulabula.com This is the kind of authentic pub where the fish ‘n’ chips are cooking and the Guinness is always flowing.

rary French restaurant are unmatched. The seasonally changing menu features many fresh herbs and vegetables grown near the restaurant. The Crepe Club Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602.956.0087; SanTan Village, 2268 E. Williams Field Road, Suite 721, Gilbert, 480.686.8333, thecrepeclub.com What started as a food cart on the ASU campus has turned into a successful brick-andmortar restaurant company for three brothers from Syria. The chicken Florentine and s’mores crepes are well worth the drive.

Sonson’s 6060 E. Brown Road, Suite 101, Mesa, 480.845.8485, sonsonspastyco.com Traditional Cornish pasties are on the slim menu here. The menu may not be robust, but the pasties are to die for.

Zinc Bistro Kierland Commons, 15034 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.603.0922, zincbistroaz.com Authentic French cuisine, decorations and, of course, the Zinc bar and sidewalk café give this Scottsdale eatery a true taste of Paris.

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CAFFÉ BOA OPA Life Greek Café’s staff shares a passion for fresh Mediterranean dining. A wellspring of the culture’s cuisine, including smooth and pure olive oil, fragrant herbs, the freshest local ingredients and hearty servings, come together in every meal. At the Westgate location, receive 20-percent discount on total bill after showing a same-day Spring Training ticket stub. Pangaea Dinosaur Grill 9500 E. Via De Ventura, Suite C-230, Scottsdale, 480.434.6577, landofthedinos.com Dine with the Dinos at Pangaea Dinosaur Grill located at OdySea in the Desert. Enjoy quality, family-friendly dining directly above Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs. The menu features Mediterraneaninspired cuisine as well as dinosaur-themed entrees and desserts. Kids will enjoy seeing the animatronic dinosaurs up close while they eat. For information about birthday parties or to see the menu, visit landofthedinos.com Pita Jungle 4340 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602.955.7482, pitajungle.com If you’re looking for excellent

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Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante 19420 N. 59th Avenue, Suite C-117, Glendale, 623.777.1868, bottegaristorante.com Neighborhood family-owned and -operated, this authentic Italian restaurant serves Neapolitan-style pizzas, homemade pastas, soups, salads and desserts. Weekly specials are featured. The restaurant uses fresh imported and mostly organic nonGMO ingredients. Live music provides the soundtrack on Fridays and Saturdays.

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Caffé Boa 398 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, 480.968.9112, cafeboa.com Candlelit Italian dining at its finest, Caffé Boa is ideal for chic eats. The menu includes an extensive list of vegetarian items and is fused with tastes from around the world. Cibo 603 N. Fifth Avenue, Phoenix, 602.441.2697, cibophoenix.com Set in a quaint-yet-spacious old-town Phoenix house equipped with a full-size kitchen bar and patio, Cibo offers some of the best gourmet pizza in the Valley. Crust 10 N. San Marcos Place, Chandler, 480.917.4903; 8300 N. Hayden Road, Suite F101, 480.948.3009, crustrestaurants.com Owner Michael Merendino grew up as a first-generation Italian on New York’s Long Island. The food was simple, but the taste was gourmet and authentic, thanks to his mother’s recipes from her small hometown of Abruzzi on Italy’s mainland. Little did he know then, he had inspiration in front of him every night. ...continues on page 148

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GRIMALDI’S COAL BRICK-OVEN PIZZERIA This is also where Merendino adopted his father’s recipes and where his father developed and recreated the Pizza Rustica from the ideas of the Pizzetta. The Rustica has been a cornerstone of the menu at Crust since they open in 2007. The combination of growing up in the family business and cooking at home led to Merendino opening Crust Simply Italian. There he shares his authentic East Coast style of Italian cooking and where he gets to prepare the recipes of his childhood. Domino’s Locations Valleywide, dominos.com Tasty pies, including artisanal varieties, are served up hot and delivered to your hotel or home. Plus, is there anything more exciting than the dominos. com pizza tracker? Watch the progress of your pizza as it’s made, then delivered directly to you. Fired Pie Locations statewide, firedpie.com Show a ticket stub from the day’s game and get 10 percent off a purchase.

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Grimaldi’s Coal Brick-Oven Pizzeria Locations Valleywide, grimaldispizzeria.com Known for its century’s worth of experience, its traditional coal-fired brick ovens and its crave-worthy pizza, Grimaldi’s has gained quite the following in the Valley over the years. With plenty of room, a fun atmosphere and a wide variety on their menu, Grimaldi’s is perfect for either a big group or a more intimate meal. Gus’ New York Pizza 13824 W McDowell Road, Suite 100, Goodyear, 623.935.4488; 829 S Rural, Tempe, 480.829.3995 guspizzagoodyear.com An Arizona tradition for nearly 40 years, Gus’ New York Pizza & Bar has been dishing up its Big Apple goodness to generations of Arizona diners. The family behind this restaurant and sports bar works hard to offer something for everyone. Guests can watch their favorite teams battle it out while enjoying a delicious assortment of pizzas (it’s the home to the 32-inch NY Giant pizza), wings, Stromboli, subs and fresh salads. It hosts a wideranging drink selection, happy hour deals and other specials to, “keep your spirits high.”

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OLIVE & IVY RESTAURANT AND MARKETPLACE fasts and Lunches featuring local, freshly baked Artisan Breads, homemade soups, and locally grown organic produce. The linens come out in the evening for an elegant yet casual dining experience featuring dinners specifically created by the executive chef to pair exceptionally well with its boutique wines and craft beers. Everyone can find what they are looking for from sampler platters and vegetarian dishes, to steaks, chops, pastas, and seafood. Every night is different with daily specials and a variety of indulgent desserts. Italian Grotto 3915 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.994.1489, italiangrotto.restaurantengine.com This Italian food is as home cooked as you’ll find in Phoenix. The marinara sauce alone is worth the trip. Mama Gina’s Pizzeria Westgate Entertainment District, 9380 W. Westgate Boulevard, Glendale, 623.872.0300, mamaginaspizzeria.com. Homemade Italian comfort food is on the menu here: stone oven New York-style

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pizza, Stromboli, calzone, pasta, sandwich, salad and wing selections made with gourmet ingredients. Receive 10 percent discount with presentation of same-day Spring Training ticket stub. Olive & Ivy Restaurant and Marketplace Scottsdale Waterfront, 7135 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.751.2200, foxrc.com Get lost in a Mediterranean manner at Olive & Ivy. Patrons can dine under shady trees on the patio, in the signature dining room to indulge in private, or enjoy the outdoor lounge and bar in true nightlife fashion. Oregano’s Pizza Bistro Locations Valleywide, oreganos.com Pizza’s the thing here, with thin crust and deep-dish offerings. Opt for menu creation or build your own. Pizzeria Bianco 623 E. Adams Street, Phoenix, 602.258.8300, pizzeriabianco.com. Be ready for a wait—but it’s well worth it. With a seating capacity of 42, Pizzeria Bianco can have waits up to four hours. However, as proprietor

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Chris Bianco has said, “it is ridiculous that it’s four hours, but it’s 23 hours to fly to Australia.” Some good things take a long time. There is no delivery or takeout. Rosati’s Pizza and Sports Pub 849 N. Dobson Road, Suite 112, Mesa, 480.655.9000; 1729 N. Dysart Road, Suite 108, Avondale, 602.455.1000 The Windy City defines Rosati’s Pizza and Sports Pub, as it offers Chicago-style thin, traditional and deep-dish pizzas; Italian beef; large wings and pastas. Beer is plentiful, as are televisions to watch sporting events. With close proximity to the ballparks, Rosati’s is a required stop for Spring Training fans. Takeout, delivery and catering are also available. VaBene Italian Cuisine and Wine Bar 4647 E. Chandler Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.706.4070, vabeneaz.com VaBene prides itself on using the freshest ingredients. Pass on the menu items ...continues on page 152

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CARLOS O’BRIEN’S and go with one of the daily specials. Vito’s 1947 N. Lindsay Road, Mesa, 480.832.3311; 10999 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.664.8260, vitospizza.com Vito’s has been serving Chicago-style, thin-crust pizzas and Italian cuisine since 1986. Celebrating its 32nd anniversary, Vito’s offers dine-in, take-out, delivery and catering services. The restaurant, which has been dubbed the best pizza and best Italian restaurants, has great happy hour and weekly specials. Until March 31, receive a free individual two-topping pizza with the purchase of $20 or more. Not valid with any other offers or promotions.

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Blanco Tacos + Tequila Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E. Camelback Road, Suite 122, Phoenix, 602.429.8000; 6166 N Scottsdale Road #601, Scottsdale, 480.305.6692 foxrc.com. See website for additional locations. Blanco Tacos + Tequila offers modern Mexican fare in a

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casual-chic setting. Updated classics like tacos, enchiladas, and queso crisps are reinterpreted with fresh, flavorful and unique ingredients. Caramba Mexican Food 7318 E. Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.998.7777; 5421 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale, 623.934.8888; 6661 W. Bell Road, Glendale, 623.487.1111; 8285 W. Union Hills Drive, Glendale, 623.878.4444; 2340 W. Bell Road, Phoenix, 602.863.7777; 17239 N. Litchfield Road, Surprise, 623.546.5605, carambamex.com The fast-casual Caramba eateries have been serving authentic Mexican food to the Valley for more than 25 years. Dishes at the six Valley locations are prepared fresh daily, and they pair nicely with their award-winning margaritas, which are made with premium tequilas. Carlos O’Brien’s 7000 E. Mayo Boulevard, Building 21, Phoenix, 480.367.0469; 1133 E. Northern Avenue, Phoenix, 602.274.5881; 765 N. 114th Avenue, Avondale, 623.266.6003, carlosobriens.com

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Since 1978, Carlos O’Brien’s Mexican Restaurant has built its reputation on outstanding service and huge portions of award-winning Mexican food. Lunch specials are offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, with happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Catering available. El Encanto Restaurant 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, 480.745.3535, elencantorestaurants.com Located within Odysea in the Desert, El Encanto Restaurant offers the sights, sounds and tastes of Mexico with authentic cuisine, all handmade and considered to be “the best Mexican food in the Valley.” La Plancha Grill 860 N. Riverview, Mesa, 480.664.1221, laplancha. com, sheratonmesa.com La Plancha Grill, The Sheraton Mesa Hotel at Wrigleyville, prepares fresh, regionally inspired entrees. Diners will be impressed with authentic street tacos, healthy burritos, spicy enchiladas, custom quesadillas, along with a full menu of chef-driven dishes. The new restaurant is open seven days a week and features a fully stocked Mexican bar, a ...continues on page 154

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OLD TOWN TORTILLA FACTORY secluded dining room and an outdoor patio. Los Dos Molinos 260 S. Alma School Road, Suite 137, Mesa, 480.969.7475, losdosmolinosmesa.com Los Dos Molinos welcomes Spring Training enthusiasts with drink and food specials, and two party rooms that are capable of handling 40 to 80 guests comfortably. For catering information, email info@losdosmolinosmesa.com. Los Sombreros 2534 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.994.1799, lossombreros.com Los Sombreros brings the soul of Central Mexico to the Sonoran Desert in Scottsdale. Chefs prepare authentic recipes inspired by tradition in a rustic, Mexican cantina-style house with one of the best patios around. Owners hope their guests will relax, sip, laugh, indulge, enjoy their time….and stay awhile

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Macayo’s Various Valley locations; visit macayo.com. 12637 S. 48th Street, At Macayo’s, guests will enjoy signature family recipes handcrafted daily. Show a Spring Training ticket stub from the day’s game and enjoy a free Macayo’s cheese crisp. Other happy hour specials during Spring Training season include appetizers and drinks, ranging from $3 to $8. Old Town Tortilla Factory 6910 E. Main Street, Scottsdale, 480.945.4567, oldtowntortillafactory.com Regional dishes and the best of the Southwest meet at this restaurant, like carne y camerones (filet of beef with grilled shrimp). The cozy cottage and romantic patio among a variety of trees give this restaurant an elegantly casual ambience, but a full bar and 120 premium tequilas for their award-winning margaritas keep this place lively. Appetizer may include cup of spinach con queso, carne

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asada fries, two street tacos of choice, tomatillo pork nachos, and more. To complement, sangrias, Texas margarita, and well cocktails. Rancho de Tia Rosa 891 N. Higley Road, Gilbert, 480.396.8787, tiarosarestaurant.com Inspired by the timeless architecture of Cuernavaca and San Miguel de Allende, Tia Rosa reflects the textures, colors and structures of Mexico. The menu features Baja-style cuisine—nuevo chili relleno, grilled salmon enchiladas smothered in avocado sauce, and, of course, warm chips. Salt Tacos Y Tequila Westgate Entertainment District, 6751 N. Sunset Boulevard, Glendale, 623.772.7282, saltglendale.com. Enjoy Mexican food, bold flavors, big plates, beer, tequila and great outdoor patio. From lobster tacos and chorizo cornbread, to over 120 ...continues on page 155

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tequilas, there is something for everyone. With a same-day Spring Training ticket stub, get a $1 margarita or Bud Light pint, with free select appetizer. Urban Margarita 6685 W. Beardsley Road, Suite 180, Glendale, 623.561.6674, urbanmargarita.com, facebook.com/ urbanmargarita. Urban Margarita presents a rich heritage of elevated Mexican cuisine in a friendly, comfortable ambiance. Enjoy food created in its scratch kitchen, hand-shaken margaritas, tequilas, craft cocktails and large selection of beers and wines. Dine with in the main dining room, al fresco patio, intimate private dining room, or at its popular bar.

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The Melting Pot Several Valley locations, visit meltingpot.com. This Swiss restaurant offers several styles of fondue and vegetarian options. And don’t

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Cerreta Candy Co. 5345 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale, 623.930.9000, cerreta.com Cerreta is more than a candy store. It’s a family-owned chocolate and candy factory founded more than 40 years ago. Free guided tours are offered Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cold Stone Creamery Locations around the Valley; coldstonecreamery.com This ice cream chain brings custom creations from the granite slab to the bowl. Fatty Daddy’s Ice Cream & Coffee 1608 N. Miller Road, Suite 5,

Scottsdale, 480.634.6460, fattydaddys.com Fatty Daddy’s Ice Cream & Coffee offers gourmet ice cream, and cookie cups topped with fresh macaroons and toasted mallow. Coffee, tea and pastries are served from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Rita’s Italian Ice and Custard Multiple Valley locations, visit ritasice.com. Rita’s is a locally owned small business, and an ultimate treat destination for families. Whether guests enjoy Rita’s famous Italian Ice, awardwinning frozen custard, its No. 1 treat the gelati, or another signature treat, it’s committed to providing a dose of happiness with every visit. Real fruit. Real fresh. No place like Rita’s.

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Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. 721 N. Arizona Avenue, Suite 103, Gilbert, 480.284.9863, azwbeer. com The multiple award-winning brewhouse celebrates the diverse state of Arizona with handcrafted, artisanal ales.

their game-day ticket. The veteran-owned Cider Corps is Arizona’s first cidery and taproom in downtown Mesa. It’s specialty craft ciders come in a range of styles like prickly pear Lady in Pink Liberty, Charlie Bravo cold brew cider and Storm the Peach cider.

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse Locations Valleywide, bjsbrewhouse.com. In addition to pizzas, salads, sandwiches and other gourmet dishes, BJ’s boasts no less than 15 craft beers brewed in-house.

Four Peaks Brewery 1340 E. Eighth Street, Tempe, 480.303.9967, fourpeaks.com Four Peaks is home of some of Arizona’s finest microbrews. Hidden on a back street in Tempe, Four Peaks honors Eighth Street with 8th Street Pale Ale.

Cider Corps 31 S. Robson, Suite 103, Mesa, cidercorpsaz.com Cider Corps is welcoming Spring Training fans with an offer for those attending games at Mesa stadiums. Those going to games at Hohokam Stadium (Oakland A’s) or Sloan Park (Cubs) can get $1 off a pint by showing

O.H.S.O. Eatery + nanoBrewery 4900 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, 602.955.0358, ohsobrewery.com Check the website for other Valley locations. O.H.S.O. stands for “Outrageous Homebrewer’s Social Outpost” and it means every word of it, blending a restau-

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rant, local nanobrewery and a dog-friendly social hotspot. Rott n’ Grapes RoRo 1001 N. Third Avenue, Suite 1, Phoenix, 602.346.0068, rottngrapes.com Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, just off Roosevelt Road on Third Avenue, Rott n’ Grapes RoRo is a modern bar and restaurant combined with outdoor seating and a secret. Bringing exceptional drinks and delicious food at reasonable prices is its goal, and that’s why happy hour is through 8 p.m. Saddle Mountain Brewing Company 15651 W. Roosevelt Street, Goodyear, 623.249.5520, saddlemountainbrewing. com Saddle Mountain Brewing company is the first microbrewery in Goodyear and is a loved favorite by its customers and the community. It offers a full menu along with 12 delicious Taildragger craft beers ...continues on page 158

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all made in-house. There is something for everyone here, considering its wide variety of styles to choose from. The award-winning brewer ensures the beers are all top notch and enjoyable. SanTan Brewing Co. 8 S. San Marcos Place, Chandler, 480.917.8700, santanbrewing.com The taphouse features diverse pub grub, a large selection of beer brewed in-house and, at times, occasional live music. Sit on the patio and people watch in downtown Chandler. SunUp Brewing Co. 322 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602.279.8909, sunup.beer The casual brick-walled brewpub serves up housemade ales and classic bar bites inside and on its outdoor seating area. Taste of Tops 403 W. University Drive, Tempe, 480.967.5643, topsliquors.com/tasteoftops This bar for beer lovers offers hundreds of bottled craft beers and 12 of the finest on tap. Wine connoisseurs, they have that stuff there, too. Transplant City Beer Company 107 W. Honeysuckle Street, Litchfield Park, 623.535.3911, transplantcitybeercompany.com Justin Egbert of Avondale and Paul Power of Phoenix came together over a love of hockey, and what they created is something special. The duo serves creative beers

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Blind Dragon Karaoke Lounge 7419 E. Indian Plaza, Suite A, Scottsdale, 480.907.5738, blinddragonscottsdale.com. Guests can sip on exotic tiki cocktails and share light and colorful bites as they’re surrounded by music. In the main lounge, featured DJs spin intoxicating beats flanked by private-themed karaoke suites ideal for groups and intimate celebrations. Boulders on Broadway 530 W. Broadway Road, Tempe, 480.921.9431, bouldersonbroadway.com This hideaway offers a 40-plus draft beer selection and more cold craft and domestic bottles in the fridge. CK’s Tavern and Grill 4142 E. Chandler Boulevard, Phoenix, 480.706.5564, ckgrill.com Packed with daily food

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specials, CK’s is a great place to try with super friendly service. Throw in $3.25 drink specials and $3 margaritas on Wednesday, and you have the perfect place to stay. Devil’s Advocate 955 E. University Drive, Tempe, 480.921.2585, devilstempe.com A popular bar and grill near ASU, the Devil’s Advocate offers great food, 39 TVs and late-night drinking and dancing. Doc & Eddy’s 909 E. Minton Drive, Tempe, 480.831.0635, docandeddystempe.com A friendly and close bar with all the fixin’s for a night of good, ol’ fashioned fun with fast and friendly service. The place is huge with lots of pool tables, TVs and cheap drinks. Calico Jack’s Westgate Entertainment District, 6770 N. Sunrise Boulevard, Glendale, 623.877.5225, calicojacksglendale.com Tex-Mex and Mexican cuisine ...continues on page 160

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EL HEFE for lunch and dinner, specialty margaritas and a house DJ set the mood at this cantina.

The restaurant/bar is offering Bud Light for 1 cent with a Spring Training ticket stub.

Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row 4420 N. Saddlebag Trail, Scottsdale, 480.945.4200; 640 S. Mill Avenue, Suite 120, Tempe, 480.794.1477; 323 N. Gilbert Road, Gilbert, 480.476.8595, dierkswhiskeyrow.com The restaurant/bar is offering Bud Light for 1 cent with a Spring Training ticket stub.

Freezer’s Ice House 83 E. Broadway Road, Tempe, freezersicehouse.com The premier sports bar in Tempe, featuring more than 60 TVs with NFL Ticket, NBA Pass, NHL Center Ice, Pac-12 Network and the MLB Package along with all UFC Events. On top of that, there’s 30 Diamond pool tables, darts, ping pong, cornhole, a spacious lounge area, patio and full menu. With 24 beers on tap at a frosty cold 34 degrees.

Dirty Dogg Saloon 10409 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.368.8095, dirtydoggsaloon.com Dirty Dogg Saloon can serve as a favorite watering hole during the week or as a host to the wildest parties and events. (Look up the bar during Arizona Bike Week and stay for the Spring Fling.) Dirty Dogg Saloon doesn’t have run-of-the-mill bartenders. What it does have is the best rafter-swinging, drink-slinging, sass-bringing bartenders in the Southwest. El Hefe 640 S. Mill Avenue, Suite 110, Tempe, 480.257.2797; 4425 N. Saddlebag Trail, Suite 101, Scottsdale, elhefe.com

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Gallagher’s 7575 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, 602.997.0084, gallaghersaz.com. Visit the website for other Valley locations. Family-owned and -operated, Gallagher’s is where visitors and Arizonans alike can find great food and service. Peppered with high-definition televisions, Arizona’s family of local sports grills also features off-track betting, karaoke, trivia and exciting ball games. It boasts a good value price and home-style service, which attracts return customers. Giligin’s 4251 N. Winfield Scott Plaza, Scottsdale, 480.874.2264,

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giliginsbar.com Known as a “sandbar and shrimp hut,” Giligin’s makes patrons feel as if they’re on vacation. McFadden’s Westgate Entertainment District, 9425 W. Coyotes Boulevard, Glendale, 623.872.0022, mcfaddensglendale.com This Irish-style restaurant and saloon serves up burgers, sandwiches and traditional Irish fare for lunch and dinner and pumps up the volume with DJs at night. Receive a 20 percent discount off total bill after showing a same-day Spring Training ticket stub. The Mint Ultra Lounge 7373 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.947.6468, themintaz.com The Mint Ultra Lounge takes its name from the former bank that once occupied the space. This ultra-upscale bar specializes in custom cocktails, sushi and themed nights. Monkey Pants 3223 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, 480.377.8100, monkeypantsbar.com With nightly events that can get you happy hour specials all night, Monkey Pants is by ...continues on page 162

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SALTY SENORITA far one of the most fun and quirky bars in town. The Ostrich 10 N. San Marcos Place, Chandler, 480.917.4903 Located in the basement of Crust Chandler, The Ostrich is a neighborhood craft cocktail lounge inspired by the city’s rich history, dating back to 1912. Classic drinks, historical furniture and timeless service aim to establish the East Valley as a craft cocktail destination. There are no signs on the door. Look for the red light and meet the group in the basement. Old Town Tavern 7320 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, 480.945.2882, oldtowntavernaz.com This little bar, located in Old Town Scottsdale and nestled right on the path leading to the Scottsdale Civic Center Park, is a gem for everyone who loves good times, live music and amazing cocktails. It offers a full bar, outdoor patio and upper deck, smoking area and it’s wheelchair accessible. Philly’s Sports Grill 1826 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.946.6666; 1402 S. Priest Drive, Tem-

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pe, 480.968.6612; 4855 E. Warner Road, Ahwatukee, 480.247.8655, phillyssportsgrill.com Locally owned and operated by ASU alumni, Philly’s Sports Grill locations have become superb neighborhood watering holes. Tons of craft beers, as well as master mixologists and awesome food, keep the locals returning. Salty Senorita 3748 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480.947.2116, saltysenorita.com; 8011 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria, 623.979.4822 Not a dance club, but instead a quintessential modern Arizona drinking and dining experience. Salty Senorita offers a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere. Twin Peaks Restaurant 8787 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale, 480.483.0921; 2135 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 602.954.8946, twinpeaksrestaurant.com Twin Peaks offers its customers delicious food, cold beer and a welcoming staff, known as the Twin Peaks Girls. The comfortable, mountain lodge atmosphere entices you to sit back,

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relax and enjoy the game. It houses more than 60 flatscreens. Uptown Alley 13525 N. Litchfield Road, Surprise, 623.975.7529, uptownalleysurprise.com Including 40 lanes of stateof-the-art bowling and an upscale, casual full-service restaurant, Uptown Alley is a place where friends and family can mingle, play games, enjoy delicious food and drink.

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traded Dante Mendoza, Erik Gonzalez and Tahnaj Thomas for Jordan Luplow and Max Moroff. They also traded Yan Gomes for Jefry Rodriguez, Daniel Johnson, and a player to be named later. Cleveland lost James Hoyt to free agency. In December, Cleveland traded Edwin Encarnacion, Yandy Diaz and Cole Sulser for Carlos Santana and Jake Bauers. It traded Yonder Alonso for Alex Carr. The Indians also signed Andrew Monasterio, Carlos Carrasco and Cody Anderson to contracts. In January, the Indians traded Walker Lockett to the Mets for Kevin Plawecki. They signed Oliver Perez, Francisco Lindor and Kevin Plawecki to one-year deals. Cleveland also claimed A.J. Cole off waivers. Colorado Rockies: 2018 record – 91-72 The Rockies recorded a 91-72 record, just one game behind World Series-bound Los Angeles Dodgers. Colorado even defeated the Cubs in the Wild Card Game. In October, Matt Holliday, Carlos Gonzalez, Adam Ottavino, DJ LaMahieu, Drew Butera and Gerardo Parra all declared free agency. Holliday, Gonzalez, Butera and Parra had yet to sign with a team as of February 5. In November, the Rockies were unable to tender a contact to Sam Howard, but agreed with Chris Rusin on a one-year deal. December was a big month for Colorado, which signed Daniel Murphy to a two-year contract. Colorado also named Dave Magadan,

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formerly of the D-backs, hitting coach and Ron Gideon first base coach. January saw the Rockies make more deals, signing Chad Bettis, Jon Gray, Scott Oberg, Tyler Anderson, Trevor Story, Scott Obert and Tony Wolters to oneyear deals. They ended the month by agreeing to terms with Nolan Arenado and Mark Reynolds on contracts. Kansas City Royals: 2018 record – 58-104 The Royals appear to have strayed far from their World Series win just years ago, going 58-104 last year, last place in a poor division. Following the end of the season in October, Alcides Escobar, Jason Hammel and Nate Karns elected free agency. Escobar and Hammel had yet to sign with a team as of February 5. In November, Kansas City could not come to contract terms with Jason Adam, Samir Duenez, Andres Machado and Bubba Starling. All would eventually sign minor league contracts. December was a busy month for Kansas City, as the Royals signed both Chris Owings and Billy Hamilton to one-year contracts. They also acquired Chris Ellis from the Rangers for cash considerations, and signed Terrence Gore to a free agent deal. January saw the Royals sign many more players. They agreed to one-year contracts with Kyle Zimmer, Eric Skoglund, Meibrys Viloria, Hunter Dozier, Ryan O’Hearn, Scott Barlow, Scott Blewett, Chris Ellis, Arnaldo Hernandez, Brad Keller, Kevin McCarthy, Sam McWilliams and Jake Newberry. They also signed

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Whit Merrifield to a fouryear deal. Los Angeles Angels: 2018 record – 80-82 The Angels played to an 80-82 record in a tough division that boasted three teams with winning records, and two that reached the playoffs. In October, Junichi Tazawa, Chris Young, Blake Wood, Eric Young Jr., Garrett Richards and Jim Johnson all elected free agency. Young, Wood, Young Jr., and Johnson had yet to sign with another team as of February 5. In November, the Angels acquired Tommy La Stella from the Cubs for future considerations. They released Jabari Blash, while Matt Shoemaker and Blake Parker elected free agency. December proved an impactful month for Los Angeles, as the Angels agreed to terms with Matt Harvey, Trevor Cahill, Forrest Snow, Dustin Garneau, Wilfredo Tovar, Peter Bourjos, Cesar Puello, Jarrett Parker, Matt Ramsey and Jonathan Lucroy on contracts. January was equally impactful, as Los Angeles signed Cody Allen, Cam Bedrosian, Luis Garcia, Andrew Heaney, Tommy La Stella, Hansel Robles, Tyler Skaggs, JC Ramirez and Nick Tropeano to one-year deals. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2018 record – 92-71 The Dodgers reached their second consecutive World Series, losing to the Boston Red Sox after a successful season. In October, Ryan Madson, ...continues on page 165

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Hyun-Jin Ryu, Brian Dozier, Manny Machado, Yasmani Grandal, John Axford and Daniel Hudson elected free agency. As of February 5, Madson, Machado, Axford and Hudson had yet to sign contracts with any team. In November, the Dodgers secured Clayton Kershaw with a three-year contract, and signed David Freese to a one-year deal. Chase Utley retired, and lost Pat Venditte to free agency. They agreed to terms with Ryu, and traded Manny Banuelos to the White Sox for Justin Yurchak. In December, Los Angeles made a big trade, giving Yasiel Puig, Matt Kemp, Alex Wood, Kyle Farmer and cash to the Cincinnati Reds for Homer Bailey, Jeter Downs and Josiah Gray. They also made two major signings, securing ex-Boston Red Sox hurler Joe Kelly with a three-year contract and manager Dave Roberts to a four-year deal. January was also impactful for the Dodgers, who traded Caleb Sampen to Tampa Bay for Jamie Schultz. They also traded Andrew Sopko and Ronny Brito to Toronto for Russell Martin and cash. Their big signing to end the month was former-Diamondback A.J. Pollock, who agreed to a four-year deal. Los Angeles also agreed to one-year contracts with Pedro Baez, Josh Fields, Yimi Garcia, Enrique Hernandez, Joc Pederson, Corey Seager and Chris Taylor. Milwaukee Brewers: 2018 record – 96-67 The Brewers made a surprising run to top the NL Central, beating the Cubs by a single game for first

place last season. Milwaukee exercised its 2019 contract option on Jeremy Jeffress in October. Curtis Granderson, Wade Miley, Gio Gonzalez, Joakim Soria, Mike Moustakas and Jordan Lyles elected free agency. As of February 5, Granderson, Gonzales and Moustakas had yet to sign contracts. In November, Dan Jennings, Steven Vogt, Xavier Cedeno and Jonathan Schoop elected free agency. As of February 5, only Schoop had signed a contract. Milwaukee agreed to terms with Hernan Perez, Tyler Saladino and Erik Kratz on one-year contracts. December saw Milwaukee trade future considerations to the Rangers for Alex Claudio and Domingo Santana to Seattle for Ben Gamel and Noah Zavolas. The Brewers also signed Jimmy Nelson to a oneyear deal. In January, the Brewers traded Keon Broxton to the Mets for Adam Hill, Bobby Wahl and Felix Valerio. They also signed Jake Petricka, Yasmani Grandal and Cory Spangenberg to one-year contracts. Oakland Athletics: 2018 record – 97-65 Oakland made a lateseason run, winning several games straight to reach the playoffs with a 97-65 record. The Athletics lost to the Yankees in the Wild Card Round. In October, the Athletics exercised their 2019 option on Fernando Rodney. Jed Lowrie, Jonathan Lucroy, Shawn Kelly, Edwin Jackson, Jeurys Familia, Brett Anderson, Matt Joyce and

Trevor Cahill elected free agency. Jackson, Anderson and Joyce had yet to sign contracts as of February 5. In November, the Athletics acquired Tanner Anderson from Pittsburgh for Wilkin Ramos. Corey Gearrin and Kendall Graveman elected free agency. Oakland also agreed to one-year deals with Ryan Dull and Liam Hendricks. In December, the Athletics signed Joakim Soria and Mike Fiers to twoyear contracts. They also agreed to terms with Chris Herrmann on a one-year deal. In January, Oakland agreed to one-year contracts with Marco Estrada, Sean Manaea, Jurickson Profar, Marcus Semien, Mark Canha, Khris Davis and Ryan Buchter. It also claimed Parker Bridwell off waivers from the Angels. San Diego Padres: 2018 record – 66-96 The Padres struggled in a tough division, going 6696 and placing last in the NL West last season. October was relatively uneventful for San Diego’s roster. Freddy Galvis and A.J. Ellis elected free agency. As of February 5, Ellis had not signed with a team. November saw the Padres claim Greg Garcia off waivers from the Cardinals and trade Raffy Lopez to Atlanta for cash. They also released Cory Spangenberg and Christian Villanueva, and signed Bryan Mitchell and Greg Garcia to one-year contracts. In December, the Padres signed Garrett Richards ...continues on page 166

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and Ian Kinsler to twoyear contracts. They also released Carlos Asuaje to waivers, who was claimed by the Rangers. January saw San Diego agree to terms with Ravis Jankowski on a one-year deal and promote Erik Greupner to president of business operations. San Francisco Giants: 2018 record – 73-89 The Giants won seven more games than division and state rival San Diego, going 73-89, but still struggled in a tough division last season. In October, the Giants exercised 2019 options on Madison Bumgarner and Pablo Sandoval. Gregor Blanco, Nick Hundley and Hunter Pence elected free agency. Hundley and Pence had yet to sign with a team as of February 5. In November, San Francisco agreed to terms with Joe Panik and Sam Dyson on one-year deals. They could not tender contracts to Gorkys Hernandez and Hunter Strickland. The waiver wire was big for the Giants in December, as they claimed Mike Gerber from the Tigers, Travis Bergen from the New Hampshire Fisher Cats and Drew Ferguson from Round Rock Express. They signed Pat Venditte to a one-year contract. In January, San Francisco acquired Breyvic Valera from the Baltimore Orioles for cash. They agreed to contracts with Will Smith, Derek Holland and Drew Pomeranz. Seattle Mariners: 2018 record – 89-73 The Mariners were just

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a single win away from 90, but a strong American League kept them out of the playoffs. In October, David Phelps, Andrew Romine, Cameron Maybin, Nelson Cruz, Adam Warren, Zach Duke, Gordon Beckham and Denard Span elected free agency. As of February 5, Maybin, Warren, Duke and Span had yet to sign contracts. In November, the Mariners traded Mike Zunino, Guillermo Heredia and Michael Plassmeyer to Tampa Bay for Mallex Smith and Jake Fraley. Seattle traded James Paxton to the Yankees for Justus Sheffield, Erik Swanson and Dom Thompson-Williams days later, and traded Alex Colome to the White Sox for Omar Narvaez after that. It also signed Dylan Moore and Ruben Alaniz to contracts, and released Casey Lawrence. Trades continued in December, as the Mariners traded Robinson Cano, Edwin Diaz and cash to the New York Mets for Jay Bruce, Jarred Kelenic, Anthony Swarzak, Gerson Bautista and Justin Dunn. They also traded Ben Gamel and Noah Zavalos to the Milwaukee Brewers for Domingo Santana. Seattle agreed to terms with Zac Rosscup on a one-year contract. The Mariners did not trade in January, but signed Hunter Strickland, Roenis Elias, Corey Gearrin, Domingo Santana and Tim Beckham to one-year deals. Seattle made big signings, inking a four-year deal with Yusei Kikuchi and signing Ichiro Suzuki to a Minor League deal.

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Texas Rangers: 2018 record – 67-95 The Rangers finished last in the AL West, going 67-95 with many veteran players on the roster. In October, Tony Barnette, Bartolo Colon and Yovani Gallardo elected free agency. As of February 5, each player had yet to sign with an MLB team. In November, Texas announced the retirement of Adrian Beltre. It also signed ex-D-back Jeff Mathis and Jesse Chavez to two-year deals. The Rangers claimed Jack Reinheimer off waivers from the Cubs. Ricardo Rodriguez, Matt Moore, Martin Perez, Robinson Chirinos and Doug Fister elected free agency. As of February 5, Rodriguez and Fister had yet to sign anywhere. December saw the Rangers trade Drew Robinson to St. Louis for Patrick Wisdom and claim Carlos Asuaje off waivers from San Diego. The Rangers traded Alex Cladio and cash considerations for Jordan Romano from the White Sox and a draft pick from the Milwaukee Brewers. They also traded Jurickson Profar and Rollie Lacy for Eli White and Future Considerations from Oakland and Kyle Bird, Brock Burke and Yoel Espinal from Tampa Bay. Texas signed Lance Lynne to a threeyear contract. In January, the Rangers signed Shelby Miller, Nomar Mazara, Delino DeShields, Asdrubal Cabrera and Shawn Kelly to one-year contracts. They claimed John Andreoli and Luke Farrell off waivers and announced the retirement of Shawn Tolleson.

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