The Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks by Chris Higgins traces the franchise's origins in the late 1990s, its expansion into Major League Baseball, and the key milestones that shaped the team's identity. The narrative highlights the impact of notable players such as Randy Johnson, Curt Schilling, and Luis Gonzalez, whose performances drove the team's early success, including its 2001 World Series championship. It also examines the team's growth in popularity, the development of Chase Field, and the broader influence of the Diamondbacks on baseball in the southwestern United States. The book provides a chronological overview suitable for upper-grade readers, integrating statistics, historical context, and biographical sketches of key figures.