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Written by Gary Steel on November 17, 2014
"THE ONES THAT GOT AWAY" – A SHORT SERIES OF 2014 ALBUM REVIEWS THAT NEVER SAW THE LIGHT OF DAY, FOR SOME REASON.
AFTER THE DEBACLE of Blur's eleventh hour snub of the Big Day Out, both promoter and audience may feel compelled to their own snub: that of Blur vocalist Damon Albarn's solo album. In the rush to vilify the group's leader, it has been suggested that the reformed band – who were said to have ended up in fisticuffs along the tour trail – was just a budgetary means to an end, a funding mechanism for Albarn's album, Everyday Robots.
Who knows? While I feel sorry for all those who feel ripped off and slighted by Blur's non-appearance here, it's the reviewer's imperative to ignore peripheral factors, and focus on the music, and Everyday Robots is simply the best thing Albarn has done to date, Blur included.
Apparently the singer never thought of making a solo album, or launching a solo career, in the wake of Blur's hiatus, so instead worked in a variety of contexts: as the lynchpin of the hugely successful cartoon band Gorillaz, vocalist on the musically transgressive The Good, The Bad & The Queen, and as unlikely as it may seem, film soundtracks. It's that wide-ranging soundtrack work especially, that informs Everyday Robots, the musical equivalent of Shayne Carter's shearing off of all unnecessary Straitjacket Fits appendages for that killer first Dimmer album, I Believe You Are A Star.
While the best of Blur (captured mostly on Modern Life Is Rubbish and Parklife in the early '90s) teemed with the noisy jangle and whine of Britpop, Everyday Robots captures the very essence of Blur, the thing that made them matter: Albarn's keen observational powers, and his ability to bless these vignettes with meaning.
So instead of clanging guitars and the bluster of crashing drums, Everyday Robots sports an exceptionally spare sound-picture, often allowing just his voice, piano, subtle orchestrations and dusted-off, lo-res samples (news broadcasts, miscellaneous sound effects) to puncture the silence. It's not a pop record as we know it, but neither is it a tough listen, although Albarn's life attitude – with its tendency towards the morose – may not gel with those seeking positive reinforcement.
Where Blur tended to observe societal ills, here he gets personal, and sometimes it's like a diary. As the title suggests, the album explores the way contemporary technology, from gadgetry through to motorways, impact on daily life and personal relationships. On "The Selfish Giant", he bemoans the lack of romance "when the TVs on and nothing's in your eyes", and on the piece de resistance that's "You And Me", he sounds close to hysteria when he intones: "Blame-me-me-blame-me-me-blame-me/All goes round again."
It's not all downcast, even when it is downcast. Things get a little lively on "Mr Tembo" (named after an orphaned baby elephant), which features the massed voices of the Leytonstone Pentecostal Mission Church Choir, and its robust, skewed nature makes it the closest to the concatenation of influences thrown into the Gorillaz project. And "Photographs", in which he rhymes a line about "going to the Church Of John Coltrane" with "taking cocaine", has got an uncharacteristically deep bass and percussion. Then there's the almost sly, Leonard Cohen-style humour of "The History Of The Cheating Heart" and the grand finale, "The Heavy Seas Of Love", a sing-along featuring electronic guru Brian Eno.
I'm glad I don't have a vested interest in disliking Damon Albarn, because Everyday Robots deserves to be heard for what it is: a fine thing. GARY STEEL
Sound = 3.5/5
Music = 4/5
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Everyday Robots
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Attorney General James Cracks Down on Gun Sellers Illegally … – New York State Attorney General
AG James Orders 28 Firearms Sellers to Immediately Stop Selling and
Advertising Parts Used to Make Homemade, Untraceable Guns
On the First Day of Gun Violence Awareness Month,
AG James Takes Action to Protect New Yorkers
NEW YORK – On the first day of Gun Violence Awareness Month, New York Attorney General Letitia James today took action to crack down on firearms sellers illegally selling and advertising gun parts that are used to create homemade, untraceable firearms, known as ghost guns. An investigation by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) found that 28 firearms sellers across the state advertised and/or offered to sell one or more unfinished frames, receivers, and/or kits containing both. The OAG's investigation found that a majority of these gun sellers were located in Western New York and on Long Island. New York law prohibits the sale, exchange, or disposal of unfinished frames and receivers. In cease-and-desist letters to all 28 dealers, Attorney General James ordered these businesses to immediately stop advertising and selling the prohibited parts and warned of the legal consequences, including imprisonment, if they do not comply.
"Ghost guns are fueling the flames of the gun violence epidemic, and we will not sit idly as they proliferate in our streets and devastate communities," said Attorney General James. "Across the nation, too many lives are being lost because of these untraceable and unregistered weapons that anyone can get their hands on without a background check. We are not going to wait for another tragedy, my office is taking action to crack down on gun sellers that are illegally advertising ghost guns. If gun sellers do not comply with the law, they will face the full force of my office."
The OAG's investigation found that most of these firearms sellers advertised the prohibited unfinished receivers, frames, and kits online or at gun shows. They advertised them on their websites, with some allowing consumers to buy online and others telling consumers to call and ask for the price. Today's enforcement action is the result of the Jose Webster Untraceable Firearms Act and the Scott J. Beigel Unfinished Receiver Act, which recently came into effect and criminalizes the sale of ghost guns and requires gunsmiths to register and serialize all such firearms.
Nine of these businesses are in Western New York, six on Long Island, five in Central New York, four in the Hudson Valley, two in the Southern Tier, and one in the Capital Region.
Unfinished receivers and frames, also known as 80 percent frames, do not have serial numbers and can easily be used to make untraceable guns, or ghost guns, at home using basic tools. Unfinished receivers hold the upper, lower, and rear portions of a semiautomatic rifle together. Purchasers of unfinished receivers only have to make a few small changes with a common drill press to transform an unfinished receiver into a fully operational one. Once milled, a receiver may be readily turned into a fully-assembled, illegal assault weapon. Similarly, a purchaser of an unfinished frame can use commonly available tools to finish the frame, which may then be readily assembled into an untraceable handgun.
Some of the businesses identified by OAG were selling kits that contained unfinished frames and the tools needed to put a finished gun together at home. They advertised "blank serialization plates," which makes the firearms untraceable.
The OAG identified the following illegal products advertised by these gun dealers.
Illegal gun kit advertised for sale online by a Western New York gun shop. Kit includes an unfinished frame, hardened rail pins, a finishing jig, drill bits, and an end mill, which are all components that can be used to make an untraceable gun at home.
Illegal, unfinished lower receiver advertised for sale by gun sellers across the state.
Illegal, unfinished frame advertised for sale online by a Capital Region gun shop.
In her cease-and-desist letters, Attorney General James reminds the gun sellers that it is illegal in New York for any person not licensed as a gunsmith or dealer in firearms to knowingly possess an unfinished frame or receiver, and false or misleading advertisements about the legal risks of buying an unfinished frame or receiver could subject them to disgorgement, restitution, and penalties of up to $5,000 for each violation.
"For too long, ghost guns have been haunting our streets and taking lives. I have been warning about these dangerous gun kits for years, and we must take more aggressive action now to stop them from further proliferating," said U.S. Senator Charles Schumer. "The new federal rule issued by the Department of Justice earlier this spring will help keep ghost guns off our streets, but there is still more to be done. That's why I'm proud to support Attorney General James in cracking down on New York gun dealers who are illegally selling and advertising ghost gun parts. The time is right now to take action on these ghost guns because they are too easy to build, too hard to trace, and too dangerous to ignore."
"It is chilling that anyone — including convicted felons and domestic abusers — can bypass the background check system and purchase individual, untraceable gun parts to build a homemade assault-style weapon," said U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. "We have to do more to combat the epidemic of gun violence in New York, and I thank Attorney General James for taking this decisive action to crack down on firearms dealers."
"Uvalde. Buffalo. Sunset Park. New Yorkers are sick to their stomachs from bearing witness to horrific tragedies because of our federal government's failure to properly regulate guns," said State Senator Brad Hoylman. "In the federal void, New York is leading the way. Last year, we made ghost guns illegal. They are dangerous, untraceable firearms bought by people looking to evade New York's robust background check requirements. Thanks to the leadership of Attorney General James, now the 28 firearm sellers across the state advertising or offering to sell these ghost gun parts are looking at serious consequences if they do not comply. I am proud of the progress we made and are continuing to make throughout New York state to help prevent further gun violence."
"We passed the Scott J. Beigel Unfinished Receiver Act last year because too many people were exploiting a loophole in our gun laws and getting their hands on dangerous, untraceable ghost guns without ever going through a background check," said State Senator Anna M. Kaplan. "I'm proud that the law I sponsored is now being used by Attorney General James to crack down on gun sellers who were selling these dangerous weapons in our community, and I applaud her efforts to hold these individuals accountable and keep our communities safe from the epidemic of gun violence."
"Gun violence is ravaging communities across our state and country," said Assemblymember Charles D. Lavine. "The last thing New Yorkers need is more untraceable guns flooding our streets and devastating communities. I am proud to have sponsored the Scott J. Beigel Unfinished Receiver Act to protect New Yorkers, and I thank Attorney General James for taking action to enforcing it."
"No one is above the law. Contrary to the belief of many gun enthusiasts, that extends to firearms sellers now that my law to ban the sale, possession, and exchange of unfinished frames and receivers went into effect," said Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal. "In the aftermath of the devastation wrought by guns in Buffalo and Uvalde, we must continue to take every action we can to protect every single New Yorker against preventable gun violence. I applaud Attorney General Letitia James for taking swift and aggressive action to crack down on firearm sellers and get ghost guns off the street. I look forward to continuing to provide her office, and law enforcement across the state — with powerful tools to get guns and the dangerous criminals who use them off the street."
"Gun manufacturers and shops that flout the law by selling untraceable ghost guns are a central cog in the gun violence epidemic," said Zeenat Yahya, policy director, March For Our Lives. "While gun shops and producers chase profits at any cost, children suffer the consequences. This last year guns became the leading cause of death for children in America, for the first time outpacing motor vehicle deaths. That horrifies us and scares us. We're pleased that Attorney General Letitia James is taking this important step to ensure that our laws aren't just paper tigers, and that they actually serve to protect young people and our communities."
"When gun manufacturers and dealers break the law and flood our communities with illegal ghost guns, New Yorkers pay the price with our lives," said Nick Suplina, senior vice president for law and policy, Everytown for Gun Safety. "We're grateful that Attorney General James is taking these lawbreaking members of the gun industry to task for their role in facilitating our gun violence epidemic."
"There's no reason why anyone should have access to untraceable, unserialized ghost guns — and when companies illegally sell those ghost guns, they're putting our lives in danger," said Nathalie Arzu, volunteer, New York chapter of Moms Demand Action, and a member of the Everytown Survivor Network whose 16-year-old brother, Jose Webster, was shot and killed in the Bronx in 2011. "Attorney General James has been a leader in getting ghost guns off our streets and going after those who put them on our streets in the first place, and New Yorkers are safer as a result of her decisive action."
Today's action is the latest example of Attorney General James' commitment to cracking down on ghost guns and combatting gun violence in New York. In April 2021, Attorney General James sent a letter to U.S. DOJ urging them to strengthen federal regulations on ghost guns. In February 2021, Attorney General James led a coalition of 21 attorneys general from around the nation in filing an amicus brief in the case Grewal v. Defense Distributed before the U.S. Supreme Court, where the coalition fought a lawsuit that seeks to stop states from enforcing their laws against a company disseminating dangerous 3D-printed gun files on the internet.
In September 2019, Attorney General James sent cease and desist letters to the companies behind a number of websites selling incomplete weaponry pieces to New Yorkers that could be easily assembled into illegal assault weapons. In July 2020, Attorney General James announced that all the companies behind the sale of these firearms or firearms components had complied with her cease and desist letters and ended the sale of these weapons to New Yorkers.
To date, Attorney General James has taken more than 3,000 firearms, including dozens of ghost guns, out of communities through gun buyback events and takedowns of violent drug and crime rings since taking office in 2019.
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You literally have mere minutes each day to catch a sunset before another day fades away; don't spend those precious minutes looking for the perfect spot. I have four locations that are sure to deliver a spectacular sunset if the weather is cooperating.
Sherman Park's not just for kids!
Just a short drive west of downtown Sault Ste. Marie is Sherman Park perfect for picnics and swimming by day but even better when the sun begins to set.
Tour was great, dinner was wonderful, sunset was amazing!
If you take a Soo Locks Boat Tour Dinner Cruise in the fall you're setting yourself up for the perfect sunset viewing location and a fantastic dinner.
Don't let the snow scare you away the sunset is stunning year round.
A scenic 20 minute drive west of Sault Ste. Marie along Six Mile Road will find you at historic Point Iroquois Lighthouse. This rock hunters dream of a beach offers a stunning view as the sun dips into Whitefish Bay (Lake Superior). This is a fantastic spot year round.
Whitefish Point is worth every mile!
Don't doubt me, this is well worth the hour and a half drive from the Soo. If you plan your day just right you could have an adventures afternoon at Point Iroquois Lighthouse, Tahquamenon Falls State Park, and the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum ending up at Whitefish Point just in time for a stunning sunset over Lake Superior.
Wherever you go know that catching a spectacular sunset in Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula takes a little planning to get to the best location and a little luck that the weather will cooperate. Many thanks to Norris Seward and Ben Musielak for making my work possible with so many of their photos.


Elizabeth Jean Mary St. George, daughter of Fred Angelo St. George and Romana Marie St. George (Sangiorgi), was born March 27, 1928 in Erie, Pennsylvania. She had two brothers. Sister Damian and her brothers grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania. Her brother Don and she shared a love for music, spirituality, good humor, and all things canine, and remained close until her death. Both she and Don became lifelong friends of the Benedictines. Sister graduated from Villa Marie College before entering the monastery.
Sister Damian entered Mount Saint Mary's Abbey January 17, 1952 as a Lay Sister, receiving the name Sister Damian. She received the Cistercian habit July 17, 1952. First vows came in 1954 and Simple Perpetual Vows followed in January 1957. When Solemn Vows were again possible for Cistercian Nuns, she pronounced these with the other Sisters June 25, 1957.
Cooking and hand sewing were skills listed on her application to the monastery and for decades her special culinary creations delighted the sisters, brothers (of Spencer) and guests. Most of Trappistine Quality Candy's special recipes were created and/or perfected by Sister Damian, who was the candy cook for as long as she was physically able. Though she passed the kettle and spoons to younger sisters, she continued to produce creative specialty confections for several more years. Her artistic talent was a late discovery and a happy one. She developed and used her gift by painting cards for special occasions.
Sister's contribution to community life was multivalent. Recovering from double knee replacement about 19 years ago, she amazed the community with a ballet performed with our physical therapist/Family Sister. Seeing pictures of her and her brother as youngsters performing was proof of her aptitude and love for dance. So many times she was called upon to give us a light touch with her treasure of jokes, humorous stories, and impersonations.
Her later years were heroic. Hearing diminishment was a trial for one who savored good music. Long walks in the woods with the monastery dog gave way to shorter outings with a walker and finally to house-bound mobility using a power chair. Yet her good humor prevailed. In the final weeks and days she said she could no longer read. When asked if she wanted someone to read to her, she said "no," she had God's presence. She said she was going home to Jesus.
Her passing on March 13, 2009 was peaceful and quiet: a falling asleep in the Lord in the presence of her Abbess, ourinfirmarian, our Family Sister and with her brother on the phone. Two other sisters our Chaplain had left just ten minutes before. Though we are sorry she was not home with us when the hour came, we know she had us in prayer. Her death came shortly after the community completed Vigils.


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Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Socrates Brito is ready to continue his baseball odyssey
His former minor league manager regards him as having the potential to be one of the best players in baseball. So, what's next for Socrates Brito?
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Socrates Brito is ready to continue his baseball odyssey His former minor league manager regards him as having the potential to be one of the best players in baseball. So, what's next for Socrates Brito? Check out this story on azcentral.com: http://azc.cc/2tw7pPz
Field maintenance workers prepare the field before the Diamondbacks' last spring training game against the Indians on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks spring training – 2018
Field maintenance workers prepare the field before the Diamondbacks' last spring training game against the Indians on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan, Sean Logan/The Republic
Fans buy tickets before the Diamondbacks' last spring training game against the Indians on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan, Sean Logan/The Republic
Diamondbacks' Jake Lamb throws an out to first base against the Indians in the 3rd inning during their last spring training game on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan, Sean Logan/The Republic
Fans look out for an Indians' fly ball in the 3rd inning of the Diamondbacks' last spring training game on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan/The Republic
Diamondbacks' Taijuan Walker throws against the Indians in the 3rd inning during their last spring training game on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan, Sean Logan/The Republic
Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt sits in the dugout during their last spring training game against the Indians on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan, Sean Logan/The Republic
Indians' Francisco Lindor catches the ball before tagging out Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte at second base in the 2nd inning during their last spring training game on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan, Sean Logan/The Republic
Diamondbacks' Taijuan Walker throws against the Indians in the 2nd inning during their last spring training game on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan, Sean Logan/The Republic
Diamondbacks' Taijuan Walker throws against the Indians in the 1st inning during their last spring training game on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan, Sean Logan/The Republic
Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte throws an out to first base against the Indians in the 1st inning during their last spring training game on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix. Sean Logan, Sean Logan/The Republic
Mar 26, 2018: The Bullpen Cart brings out Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Archie Bradley in the seventh inning during a game against the Cleveland Indians at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) throws against the Cleveland Indians in the first inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Cleveland Indians first baseman Ulysses Cantu (59) throws the ball against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb (22) celebrates with Tony Perezchica (8) after hitting a solo homerun in the second inning against the Cleveland Indians at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) throws in the fourth inning against the Cleveland Indians at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder Jarrod Dyson (1) makes the catch for the out against the Cleveland Indians in third inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) reacts to a called strike in the fourth inning against the Cleveland Indians at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb (22) gets the force out at second base but loses control of the ball trying to turn a double play against the Cleveland Indians in the fourth inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (44) celebrates with AJ Pollock (11) after hitting a two run home run against the Cleveland Indians in the fifth inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (13) amkes the play for the out against the Cleveland Indians in the fourth inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) watches game action against the Cleveland Indians in the first inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (13) makes the off balance throw against the Cleveland Indians in the sixth inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (44) scores a run against the Cleveland Indians in the fifth inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) gets throws for an out against the Cleveland Indians in the sixth inning at Chase Field. Rick Scuteri/USA TODAY Sports
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Chris Owings tosses out hats before a spring baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Chris Owings steals third under Colorado Rockies third baseman Pat Valaika during the first inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Fans try to catch a home run ball by Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed during the first inning of a spring baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Taylor Clarke throws against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Colorado Rockies pitcher Chris Jensen throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the second inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' A.J. Pollock, left, is tagged out stealing by Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story during the second inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder Daniel Descalso catches a fly ball hit by Colorado Rockies' Charlie Blackmon during the third inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Colorado Rockies catcher Tom Murphy, right, reaches for a hight pitch as Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed gets out of the way during the fifth inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed, right, rounds the bases after a two-run home run off Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Yency Almonte during the first inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Yency Almonte throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed, left, tags Colorado Rockies' Ian Desmond in a rundown during the second inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Sunday, March 25, 2018. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed hits a three-run double against the Los Angeles Angels during the fourth inning of a spring baseball game in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Luke Bard leaves during the fifth inning of the team's spring training baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
A security guard on the field gets hit with a foul ball hit by Los Angeles Angels' Rymer Liriano during the fourth inning of the team's spring training baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks Cesar Puello hits a two-run single during the fifth inning of the team's spring baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia, right, talks to Torii Hunter Jr. before a spring training baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Tyler Skaggs throws to an Arizona Diamondbacks batter during the first inning of a spring baseball game in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Kris Medlen throws to a Los Angeles Angels batter during the first inning of a spring training baseball game in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Los Angeles Angels' Chris Young gets out of the way of an inside pitch during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Los Angeles Angels' Jefry Marte gets out of the way of a pitch during the first inning of a spring baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Ketel Marte fields a ball hit by Los Angeles Angels' Nolan Fontana during the second inning of a spring baseball game in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Fontana was out at first. Chris Carlson, AP
Los Angeles Angels shortstop Nolan Fontana throws to first after forcing out Arizona Diamondbacks' Adam Walton during the third inning of a spring training baseball game in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Jake Lamb was safe at first. Chris Carlson, AP
Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Tyler Skaggs leaves the spring training baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fourth inning in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Michael Blazek throws to a Los Angeles Angels batter during the fourth inning of a spring baseball game in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Chris Herrmann, back right, rounds the bases after a three-run home run off Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Warmoth, left, during the fifth inning of a spring baseball game in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Chris Herrmann, right, celebrates his three-run home run with Jake Lamb during the fifth inning of a spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, March 24, 2018. Chris Carlson, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Albert Suarez warms up against the Chicago White Sox during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Albert Suarez throws to the Chicago White Sox in the 1st inning during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Chicago White Sox pitcher Carson Fulmer throws to the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 1st inning during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Time is called as Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Albert Suarez faces the Chicago White Sox with bases loaded in the 2nd inning during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Chicago White Sox's Adam Engel hits a 2-RBI single against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 2nd inning during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Chicago White Sox's Welington Castillo scores on an Adam Engel two-run single against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 2nd inning during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Chicago White Sox baserunner Adam Engel is caught stealing second base by Arizona Diamondbacks Nick Ahmad in the 2nd inning during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks' Yasmany Tomas strikes out against the Chicago White Sox in the 2nd inning during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Baseball fans watch the Arizona Diamondbacks play the Chicago White Sox in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
A two-run home run ball flies into the left field lawn off the bat of the Chicago White Sox's Matt Davidson against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 19, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Ryan Atkinson throws against the San Diego Padres during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Chris Owings safely steals second as San Diego Padres' Freddy Galvis apples the tag during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed follows through on an RBI sacrifice fly against the San Diego Padres during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed throws against the San Diego Padres during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
San Diego Padres' Manuel Margot is picked off first by Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed hits against the San Diego Padres during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Jeremy Hazelbaker hits against the San Diego Padres during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
San Diego Padres' Freddy Galivs, right, is caught stealing by Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed during the third inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Ryan Atkinson throws against the San Diego Padres during the third inning of a spring training baseball game Saturday, March 17, 2018, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks Paul Goldschmidt and David Peralta score on a Jake Lamb 2-RBI double against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 16, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks Paul Goldschmidt before playing the Los Angeles Dodgers during spring training action on Mar. 16, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks A.J. Pollock before playing the Los Angeles Dodgers during spring training action on Mar. 16, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks David Peralta during spring training action on Mar. 16, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks Steven Souza Jr. fist-pumps pitcher Zack Greinke during spring training action on Mar. 16, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks Reymond Fuentes pulls down the hoodie during spring training action on Mar. 16, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Matt Koch throws to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 1st inning during spring training action on Mar. 16, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks Jake Lamb hits a 2-RBI double against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 16, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks Paul Goldschmidt scores on a Jake Lamb 2-RBI double against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 16, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed fields a ground-out hit by Chicago Cubs' Albert Almora Jr. during the third inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
The Arizona Diamondbacks and the Chicago Cubs compete during the third inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Robbie Ray throws against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Christian Walker hits against the Chicago Cubs during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Alex Avila hands a bat to the batboy against the Chicago Cubs during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Socrates Brito hits against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Jarrod Dyson hits against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Chris Owings hits against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 15, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) wipes his head during a spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) sits on the bench before a spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) throws a spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Ketel Marte (4) and right fielder David Peralta (6) go through handshake rituals before a spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Ketel Marte (4) talks with Cincinnati Reds third baseman Nick Senzel (79) before a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Diamondbacks pitcher Yoan Lopez warms up during a simulated game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Diamondbacks pitcher Yoan Lopez watches a simulated game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) warms up in the bullpen before a spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) warms up before a spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) prepares for a spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Fans wait for autographs before a spring training game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Actor Adam Devine warms up before throwing out the first pitch during a spring training game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Actors Adam Devine, Blake Anderson and Anders Holm pose for a photo with Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) before a spring training game against the Cincinnati Reds at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. March 14, 2018. Michael Chow/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed throws to first base after fielding a ball in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Fernando Salas throws during a game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Andrew Chafin throws in the fourth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Andrew Chafin throws in the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson hits a foul ball into his belly during a game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jarrod Dyson gets high fives in the dugout after scoring a run against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed collides with Colorado Rockies infielder Pat Valaika (3) at second base at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Valaika was safe on the play. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock runs to first base during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Antonio Bastardo throws in the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks pitchers Neftali Feliz throws during the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Mar 12, 2018: Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Ketel Marte hits a double in the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Tom Tingle/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt talks with Jake Lamb (22) in the dugout prior to a spring training baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt follows through on an RBI sacrifice fly against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' David Peralta high fives teammates after scoring on a sacrifice fly by Paul Goldschmidt against the Milwaukee Brewers during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' A.J. Pollock (11) is greeted by bench coach Jerry Narron (12) after scoring on a sacrifice fly by Jake Lamb during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Jarrod Dyson breaks his bat on a pitch during the second inning of a spring training baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt strikes out during the third inning of a spring training baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt prior to a spring training baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' David Peralta Hits during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' A.J. Pollock Hits during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Branden Shipley throws against the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' A.J. Pollock catches a fly out against the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Paul Goldschmidt talks with Jake Lamb in the dugout prior to a spring training baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday, March 8, 2018, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) Matt York, AP
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Godley throws to the Los Angeles Angels in the 2nd inning during spring training action on Mar. 6, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/azcentral sports
Arizona Diamondbacks David Peralta watches his ball land in the left field stands after hitting a 3-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 6, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks David Peralta rounds third base after hitting a 3-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 6, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks David Peralta celebrates after hitting a 3-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 6, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks David Peralta receives high-fives from Daniel Descalso and Jeff Mathis after hitting a 3-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 6, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks David Peralta gets a round of high-fives after hitting a 3-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 6, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks David Peralta smiles after hitting a 3-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels in the 3rd inning during spring training action on Mar. 6, 2018 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick in Scottsdale, Ariz. Rob Schumacher/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) waits for the start of a spring training game against the Chicago Cubs at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Taijuan Walker (99) throws during a spring training game against the Chicago Cubs at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks coaches sits behind a protective fence during a spring training game against the Chicago Cubs at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Fans watch Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Yasmany Tomas (24) play against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Taijuan Walker (99) throws against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester (34) throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder David Peralta (6) drops his bat during an at-bat against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (44) breaks for second base during a spring training game against the Chicago Cubs at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (13) commits an error against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder Yasmany Tomas (24) pops up against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder Reymond Fuentes (14) wears a catchers mask while watching his team play against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (13) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (13) is congratulated after hitting a solo home run against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Fans watch a spring training game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Chicago Cubs at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Braden Shipley (34) warms up the outfielders during a spring training game against the Chicago Cubs at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder David Peralta (6) runs into Chicago Cubs third baseman Jason Vosler (86) during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks' Yasmany Tomas (24) strikes out against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Yoshihisa Hirano (66) comes out of the bullpen during a spring training game against the Chicago Cubs at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb (22) catches a pop up against the Chicago Cubs during a spring training game at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick March 4, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Chris Herrmann is out at second as Arizona Rockies infielder Daniel Castro throws to first during the fourth inning at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed throws to second after picking up a ground ball during the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb is congratulated at home plate by left fielder David Peralta after Lamb hit a grand slam homer during the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
The Arizona Diamondbacks play the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb watches his grand slam homer clear the fence during the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Albert Suarez fires one in during the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks coaches watch action in the second inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed hits a double during the second inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks designated hitter Jarrod Dyson hits during the second inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb hits during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt hits during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock runs to first base during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock bats during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Friday, March 2, 2018. Tom Tingle/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (44) signs an autograph for a fan before a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Steven Souza Jr. (28) warms up before a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb (22) talks with right fielder David Peralta (6) before a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder David Peralta (6) stretches before a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Chris Owings (left) and right fielder David Peralta shake hands before a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder Jarrod Dyson greets teammates before a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo watches his team during a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Patrick Corbin (46) throws against the Colorado Rockies during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Patrick Corbin (46) adjust his cap during a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb (22) looks towards the stands during a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb (22) blows a bubble during a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder David Peralta (6) greets former teammate and current Colorado Rockies catcher Chris Iannetta during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock (11) hits a double against the Colorado Rockies during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock (11) rounds third base before scoring against the Colorado Rockies during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock (11) gets high-fives from teammates after scoring against the Colorado Rockies during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock (11) is congratulated after scoring against the Colorado Rockies during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder Jarrod Dyson (1) talks with teammates during a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (13) throws to first during a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed (13) fields a ball during a spring training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Patrick Corbin (46) reacts after giving up a home run to Colorado Rockies catcher Tom Murphy (23) during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Fans watch as Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Jake Lamb positions himself against the Colorado Rockies during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder Yasmany Tomas (24) watches his team play against the Colorado Rockies during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Steven Souza Jr. (28) runs towards second base against the Colorado Rockies during a spring training game at Salt River Fields February 28, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks' Nick Ahmed takes a practice swing as he waits to bat prior to a spring training baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Alex Avila makes a diving catch on a foul ball hit by Cincinnati Reds' Dilson Herrera during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Robbie Ray warms up during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Jeremy Hazelbaker celebrates his two-run home run against the Cincinnati Reds with teammates during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Jeremy Hazelbaker (41) celebrates his two-run home run against the Cincinnati Reds with teammate Kevin Cron (68) during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Jeremy Hazelbaker, right, watches the flight of his two-run home run as Cincinnati Reds catcher Devin Mesoraco, left, looks on during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Alex Avila celebrates his home run against the Cincinnati Reds with teammates during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks' Alex Avila watches the flight of his home run against the Cincinnati Reds during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Andrew Chafin (40) misses a tag on Cincinnati Reds' Darnell Sweeney, left, during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Chafin was able to throw to first base in time for the out. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Alex Avila falls into the dugout after making a catch on a foul ball hit by Cincinnati Reds' Dilson Herrera during the second inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Robbie Ray throws against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Cincinnati Reds second baseman Dilson Herrera, right, moves out of the way after tagging out Arizona Diamondbacks' David Peralta (6) as Peralta tries to steal second base during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Robbie Ray flips the baseball into his glove between pitches against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Robbie Ray sits in the dugout during the second inning of a spring training baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Robbie Ray walks off the field, after pitching two scoreless innings against the Cincinnati Reds, during the third inning of a spring training baseball game Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Goodyear, Ariz. Ross D. Franklin/AP
Becky Delahoyde, of Scottsdale, takes a self with Diamondbacks pitcher Archie Bradley before a Spring Training game against the Rockies at Salt River Fields on February 23,2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Ildemaro Vargas (15) high fives his teammates after being announced in the starting lineup in a Spring Training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields on February 23,2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Kellan Portz, 6, of Lake Havasu, attempts to get a Diamondbacks autograph before a Diamondbacks vs. Rockies Spring Training game at Salt River Fields on February 23,2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies wore special hats during a Spring Training game at Salt River Fields on February 23, 2018 honoring the victims of the recent Florida school shooting. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Hoffman (34) throws during the first inning of a Spring Training game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Salt River Fields on February 23,2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Chris Owings (16) walks to first during the first inning of a Spring Training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields on February 23,2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Hoffman (34) signals to his teammates during the first inning of a Spring Training game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Salt River Fields on February 23,2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Matt Koch (55) throws during the first inning of a Spring Training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields on February 23,2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Matt Koch (55) throws during the first inning of a Spring Training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields on February 23, 2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Christian Walker (53) throws the ball to pitcher Matt Koch (55) to out Colorado Rockies right fielder Raimel Tapia (15) during a Spring Training game at Salt River Fields on February 23, 2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Chris Herrmann (10) foul tips the ball during a Spring Training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields on February 23, 2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder Yasmany Tomas (24) fouls the ball during a Spring Training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields on February 23, 2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder Yasmany Tomas (24) misplays the ball during a Spring Training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields on February 23, 2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Colorado Rockies catcher Chris Iannetta (22) scores a run before Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Chris Herrmann (10) can tag him out in the second inning of a Spring Training game at Salt River Fields on February 23, 2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Sonia Medina, of Mesa, celebrates with fellow baseball fans after catching a foul ball during a Diamondbacks vs. Rockies Spring Training game at Salt River Fields on February 23,2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story (27) outs Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Kris Negron (45) on second base during a double play in the second inning of in a Spring Training game at Salt River Fields on February 23, 2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Jeremy Hazelbaker (41) is congratulated after hitting a home run in the second inning of a Spring Training game against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields on February 23, 2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
The ground crew prepares Salt River Fields for the first Diamondbacks vs. Rockies Spring Training game on February 23,2018. Cheryl Evans/The Republic
Fans seek autographs before an exhibition game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and ASU at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (44) signs an autograph before an exhibition game against ASU at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona State coach Tracy Smith brings out the lineup before an exhibition game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) talks with Arizona State coach Tracy Smith before an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo (17) shakes hands with Arizona State coach Tracy Smith before an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Taylor Clarke throws against ASU during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona State pitcher Ryan Hingst (17) throws against the Arizona Diamondbacks during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Ildemaro Vargas (15) slides in safe at second against Arizona State infielder Alika Williams (5) during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Ildemaro Vargas (15) runs to third base against ASU during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Ildemaro Vargas (15) gets back to third base ahead of the tag by Arizona State infielder Carter Aldrete (21) during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Jeremy Hazelbaker (41) steals second base in front of Arizona State infielder Alika Williams (5) during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Ildemaro Vargas (15) is congratulated after scoring against ASU during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zack Greinke (21) watches his team during an exhibition game against ASU at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona State outfielder Taylor Lane (47) hits a single against the Arizona Diamondbacks during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona State outfielder Taylor Lane (47) pulls up at second base against the Arizona Diamondbacks during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Yuhei Nakaushiro (64) gets the ball back after giving up a hit against ASU during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona State outfielder Scott Mehan (28) singles against the Arizona Diamondbacks during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Yuhei Nakaushiro (64) is visited at the mound by pitching coach Mike Butcher during an exhibition game against ASU at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks left fielder Yasmany Tomas (left) talks with Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Ketel Marte during an exhibition game against ASU at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Taijuan Walker (99) throws against ASU during an exhibition game at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Fans watch an exhibition game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and ASU at Salt River Fields February 21, 2018. Michael Chow/The Republic
Field maintenance workers prepare the field before the Diamondbacks' last spring training game against the Indians on Tuesday, Mar. 27, 2018 at Chase Field in Phoenix.
Richard Morin, azcentral sports Published 8:31 a.m. MT March 9, 2018 | Updated 2:51 p.m. MT March 9, 2018
Socrates Brito of the Arizona Diamondbacks poses on picture day at Salt River Fields, Tuesday, February 20, 2018.(Photo: Tom Tingle/The Republic)
As a minor-league manager, Robby Hammock's favorite player was always Socrates Brito.
The 25-year-old outfield prospect, whom Hammock managed in Visalia (High-A) in 2014 and in Mobile (Double-A) in 2015, was a model image of what a baseball player should be.
But whatever happened to Brito? And why, since then, has the Dominican-born slugger managed just 97 big-league plate appearances?
The once-heralded Diamondbacks prospect made his MLB debut back September 2015 when he posted a .303 batting average to go along with four extra base hits in 18 games.
While in the minors, Brito not only impressed Hammock with his play, but also with his own Socratic method, a calm and consistent demeanor.
"He's one of the mentally strongest guys I know," said Hammock, now a quality control coach with the Diamondbacks. "He would never complain about anything. I used to tell everybody he was my favorite player when I had him because he never said anything. He just went out and did what he was supposed to do, and it didn't matter.
"You would never know if he went 4-for-4 the night before or if he went four games with 10 punch-outs. He was the same guy every day. He did everything right and played the game the same way every night. He's that perfect type of model for what you want guys to be."
MORE: Diamondbacks hope for an edge with hitting strategist
A return to health
Brito has been riddled with injuries for almost exactly a calendar year. On March 8 of last year — during spring training — the outfielder underwent surgery to repair a dislocated finger that allowed him to appear in only 78 games with Triple-A Reno in 2017.
After a short season with the Aces, Brito played in the Dominican Winter League and again suffered a finger injury on Dec. 17 that sidelined him until spring training began in February.
Now, with injuries in the rearview, Brito is trying to rediscover himself in big-league camp.
"These last few years I just haven't been healthy," Brito said. "With all the injuries, it was hard to come back but now I'm healthy. I worked to get back to where I was in the past and I'm trying to be better and get better every day."
Although he has registered just three 2018 Cactus League at-bats, Brito impressed when he sent a mammoth home run in Monday's 10-3 win over the San Diego Padres.
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Stocks and copper play the ultimate game of chicken
Published Mon, Mar 17 20148:38 PM EDT
Lawrence Lewitinn@lvlewitinn
Stocks & copper in ultimate game of chicken
The red metal is, well, in the red.
Since the start of 2014, copper is down 14%. As data in China suggests a relative slowdown in that country's economy, copper has taken the hit. After all, China imports 40% of the world's copper.
Copper is traditionally considered a bellwether for US stocks, though in the past year, the benchmark S&P 500 index is up 19% while copper is down 17%. Does this mean that copper is sending a huge prescient warning to US markets?
"I think it's more important than the market is giving it credit for right here," says Talking Numbers contributor Enis Taner, Global Macro editor at RiskReversal.com. "It's historically been known as Dr. Copper. The reason is that copper is used in so many different industries that it's a good barometer of industrial demand."
However, Taner sees the recent dive in copper prices as related to the economic situation in China. Besides being used for industrial purposes, copper is also used as collateral by businesses seeking financing from China's "shadow banking" system. As the Chinese economy slows, demand for copper as collateral slows and copper gets added to the market as financing deals fall through and borrowers sell their copper collateral to pay back debts.
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"[Copper] is generally viewed as more of a barometer of Chinese shadow financing," says Taner, "rather than a barometer of global industrial demand and, specifically, US industrial demand."
But, there is one way depleted demand for copper could signal a problem for US stocks.
"Chinese growth is 30% of global GDP growth," says Taner. "It's such a huge portion of where global growth is going to come from in the future…. US multinationals that get 50% or more revenues from outside the US should be concerned, both as companies and as stockholders."
CNBC contributor Andrew Busch, editor and publisher of The Busch Update, says copper has in the past served well as an indicator of where US stocks were headed, but not as of late.
"Dr. Copper is kind of a quack right now," says Busch. "It has really lost its mojo as far as telling us where the S&P is going."
Looking at a chart of copper against the S&P 500 over the past five years, Busch says, "For the first four of them, [copper] actually led the way up, it's led the way down, and it's led the way back up."
That is, until last year. "The two have gone their separate way significantly," says Busch, who agrees with Taner that the copper's decline is due to problems in China.
(Watch: The scary factors behind copper's price plunge)
"We're probably seeing some selling pressure because of the shadow banking area in China is putting pressure on those companies to dump copper," says Busch.
Yet Taner doesn't believe US investors should ignore copper. In fact, it may yet serve as a warning.
"I wouldn't write off Dr. Copper so quickly," says Taner, who notes that copper and US stocks were more closely correlated several years ago. "The past year is the anomaly, not the norm. So, maybe the re-correlation of these two might mean US stocks going lower."
To see the full discussion on what copper means for US stocks with Taner on the fundamentals and Busch on the technicals, watch the video above.
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A federal jury Wednesday held five of six reputed Aurora street gang members responsible for conspiracy in a spate of killings in 2002, leaving them facing possible life sentences.
Following a two-month trial in U.S. District Court in Chicago, the jury agreed that the five were involved in the murders, for which they are facing a maximum of life in prison. Two of the men are facing mandatory life behind bars, according to federal law.
A sixth defendant, Steven Susinka, is facing a maximum 20 years for racketeering conspiracy.
Wednesday's convictions were the second in a two-step process. On Monday, a jury convicted the six reputed Insane Deuces gang members of racketeering conspiracy and two of murder. Fernando Delatorre was convicted of killing David Lazcano, David Morales and Erbell Valdez. Christian Guzman also was convicted in the death of Lazcano.
Both Delatorre and Guzman were already facing a mandatory life sentence because they were found guilty of murder.
The jury found three others -- Juan Juarez, Bolivar Benabe and Julian Salazar -- guilty of involvement in the murders. They are facing a maximum of life in prison because of the enhanced charges under federal law.
Assistant U.S. Atty. Patrick Pope has said the Insane Deuces wanted control of Aurora and issued standing orders to shoot rival gang members on sight.
"They would hunt human beings," he said.


Social media has gone through a real shake-up recently. We've heard about the changes to the 'algorithms' of Facebook and Instagram, the whole Cambridge Analytica saga, and news again that Facebook's partner app, Messenger, is monitoring personal messages to ensure the safety and security of users.
So, as a not-for-profit, or simply just as a socially conscious socialite, what does this all mean for you and your organisation?
We want to help break it down a little bit for you.
The whole basis of these changes is to reinforce and highlight real connections between people.
"The research shows that when we use social media to connect with people we care about, it can be good for our well-being. We can feel more connected and less lonely, and that correlates with long term measures of happiness and health.
These very abstract ideas of 'meaningful engagement', 'personalised experience' and 'authentic connection' are thrown around in this conversation, and so it's important for us to digest this and understand how to best connect with our community to continue the two-way connection.
That's why it is so important as an organisation to monitor social media, as there will always be opportunity to connect with your community. If someone comments on one of your posts, reply authentically and reply quick. Not only will the reply make that individual feel included, it will also likely show Facebook that you can have a meaningful interaction with your followers, pushing your current and future posts higher in the ranking stakes.
Facebook wants users to have conversations and to be 'real' on social media, rewarding those who can be authentic, and demoting content that is pushed out repeatedly without any true engagement and discussion.
This is a point to step back and understand that, even though any organisation that uses Facebook Pages is at a disadvantage, theoretically, charities and not-for-profit organisations are at an advantage, as discussion, conversation, awareness (and donation) is often at the core of the mission and purpose. Flaunt that and show who's boss in the rankings. Use your socially aware mentality, authentic purpose and engaged community to your online advantage.
Much of these suggestions won't just help your Facebook engagement, but also your other social platforms, including Instagram. The way in which Insta has decided to focus its post selection is much the same: how much followers engage with it; how quickly they do so; and as importantly, how long they stay looking at the post.
This whole idea of user retention is so important in the social media world, as the more time it takes a follower to digest your post, the more interesting, and therefore, the more engaging these social media algorithms think the post is.
There's a lot of misinformation out there about how video is the way to go and just because you put out a video, it'll pop up at the top of everyone's feed.
However, the most important thing to think about in terms of video is retention and meaningful engagement. A video usually takes longer to digest because you have to watch it! Therefore, users are going to give the video a go, watch a few seconds then work out if they like it or not.
If they do, great, you've got an engaged viewer. If not, that's ok, they've interacted with the post for a few seconds, often much longer than just some text or a picture, which many people just scroll past.
Multimedia features on social media, including video and 'live' modes of posting, give viewers much more reason to interact and like/comment/share the post (if it's interesting, obviously). They may want to ask a question, gain some clarification on what's being said, even may have an issue which will cause debate. This is good! It'll move you up the algorithm's rankings on posts, as followers are discussing and engaging with your post. You just need to make sure you're there to converse back. So, if you can balance this meaningful engagement and user retention well, you'll be hitting your target audience all the time.
Above all, us here at Content live by one rule when it comes social media: the three Cs.
Be Critical, have Consistency, and use a Call-To-Action.
First, always be critical on what you are posting to your social media, when, and how. There's no point for all charities to have every social media under the sun. You may use Twitter well, but don't need Insta. Cool! Or maybe Instagram is where your audience is, and so use that wisely! In terms of the 'how', say, for example, you've had this amazing community event and someone writes 2000-word blog post about it, well that's ok, but how about get someone to video some of these activities and get some people on camera saying how wonderful the day is, and put together a 60-second video collage with some cool backing music to show how fun your cause is?
Secondly, consistency is key to gaining traction and upping yourselves in the rankings. There's no point posting six posts one day, then having nothing for the next fortnight. That's why scheduling features are great to use.
Finally, a Call-To-Action. CTAs are when you get your user/follower/watcher to act on a social media post and provide a follow-on source that users can continue to learn. The most common one is 'read more!', but we've got some better ones up our sleeves.
We explain our three Cs, as well as heaps of other juicy content in our newly created Social Media Toolkit.
Get in touch with us and we can hook you up!


i know i've posted on this a few times already, but i still get A LOT of questions about whether a certain product someone has/has found is okay to use.
bare minerals – no. besides adding silicones to some of their makeup products, their powders aren't non-nano, meaning the iron oxides and everything else are passing right through your skin and into your bloodstream. you don't want that.
wen- no. wen actually does still have silicones in it, despite what they say, especially their creams. they also have sulfates, PEG, and "parfum," which you don't want near your hair or scalp. and to top it all off, i have trouble trusting a company that won't post a full ingredients list. sorry wen, "key" ingredients don't count. whatchya hidin?
aubrey- depends on which product. i'm personally not crazy about their skin care line, but their hair care line is better.
lush- overwhelmingly, no. stay FAR away from their bottled shampoos and conditioners!! they have sulfates (and the WORST one, SLS!), parabens, FD&C colors, & parfum. as for some other beauty products they offer that don't have nasty stuff in it, it's way overpriced. you can find tons of dupe recipes where you can control the ingredients, and not spend an arm & a leg.
organix- NO. if there's one hair company that drives me insane, it's THIS one. they aren't organic at ALL. their hair products (ingredient toxicity wise) are NO better than any other mainstream hair product line i tell you guys to avoid. organix shampoos/conditioners are chock full of silicones, sulfates (despite the advertising), DMDM, PEG, and "parfum," none of which you want on your hair or body.
and always, ALWAYS check the EWG Skin Deep database. just be sure to look at EVERY single ingredient. and you can copy/paste each ingredient and put those into the search bar in the skin deep database as well. it'll score them on the same 1-10 scale. it's pretty neat!
for the sake of time, questions asking about specific products will be answered last from here on out 😦 i just don't have enough time in the day to research all this stuff right now. but now you'll learn what's okay/not okay, right? 😀 it's all about being educated consumers! the only reason i can glance at a list and say "yay or nay" is because i've spent so much time researching all the ingredients and becoming familiar with their forms. it's not hard, promise!
i love all y'all! thank you for all the kind words and praise! right back at ya, AE readers!!! ❤ it's so cool to have other hippie-hearted people to talk to!
i am DEFINITELY starting a list of companies i like/don't like, as far as ingredients go. i know i do that when i recommend products, but don't you think it'd be cool to have some sort of master list to check out? yay or nay??
Hi Alex, before I go no poo I want to try the low poo as my hair is severely damaged so ive been looking for an organic shamnpoo as I have seen tons of bads reviews of dr bronners. everything is the ingredient list looks fine but what does SAPONIFIED OILS OF COCONUT mean? is saponified ok?
SAPONIFIED OILS OF COCONUT, CASTOR, WHEAT GERM, SWEET ALMOND…………….
Would love your help as I want to go all natural but all the information is making me think its going to be too hard.
Hey emily! I have a whole post dedicated to Burts bees products 🙂 you can search for it in the search bar at the top right. hope that helps!
Love your site 🙂 I typed in Dr. Bronners soaps in that EWGs database website and it said it was a moderate hazard.. I am pretty sure this is incorrect. I t said that they had ethanol and weird citrus peel oil or something in it. I checked the label and it didn't have those. Is that site truly reliable?


FELTON – Troopers uncovered a one-pot meth lab upon while conducting a drug investigation south of Felton.
The preliminary investigation has determined the incident occurred around 6:52 a.m. Friday, Aug. 26 as troopers were dispatched to the location in the 5,000 block of Little Mastens Corner Road to investigate a domestic related complaint.
Upon arrival, troopers found Lawrence D. Grimm had initially barricaded himself in a bathroom. He was later taken into custody without incident, according to Director of Public Information Sergeant Richard D. Bratz.
At that time, it was determined that he had discarded an active one-pot meth bottle in a trash can outside the residence prior to troopers arriving to the residence.
Upon taking Grimm into custody, the active one-pot meth bottle began to smoke. The residence was subsequently evacuated and scene secured until the arrival of the Delaware State Police Kent County Drug Unit, Governor's Task Force, Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) and the Felton Community Fire Company who responded to assist with the investigation.
A search was conducted which revealed equipment and component mixtures of the manufacturing stages of Meth along with key ingredients in making the drug.
Lawrence D. Grimm, 37 of Felton, was transported to Troop 3 in Camden where he was charged with operating a clandestine lab and possession of schedule IV pills. He was arraigned before Justice of the Peace Court 7 and committed to James T. Vaughn Correctional Center on a $11,000 secured bond.


House fires happen everyday. The biggest tragedy is that the majority of house fires are preventable.
Who's most at risk of dying in a house fire?
The Australasian Fire Authorities Council (AFAC) published a report in March 2005 detailing the findings of a national study into residential fire deaths in Australia and New Zealand.
General findings show that more deaths occurred during sleeping hours of the cooler months, May to September.
Smoke alarms were not fitted in most of the homes where deaths occurred. In those that did have them, 31% of them were not working.
If you have people in your care in these vulnerable groups we recommend you read the following information and put measures in place to ensure the risk to these people is minimised. If you can't find the answer to your questions within these pages please contact us for assistance.
 "Accidental Fire Fatalities in Residential Structures - Who's at Risk?" (March 2005) Australasian Fire Authorities Council, Melbourne, Australia.
Smoke alarms are compulsory for all residential buildings in South Australia.
Home owners are required, by Regulation 76B of the Development Act, 1993, to install battery powered or hard-wired (240 volt mains powered) smoke alarms.
Houses built since 1 January 1995 must be equipped with hard-wired smoke alarms. All other houses must be equipped with at least 9 volt battery powered smoke alarms. When a house with 9 volt battery powered smoke alarms is sold the new owner has six months to install alarms which are hard-wired to the 240 volt power supply or powered by 10 year life, non-replaceable, non-removable batteries.
This reduces your ability to find an exit.
Most fire-related deaths result from inhaling toxic fire gases rather than from direct contact with flame or exposure to heat.
The installation of smoke alarms forms one part of a Home Fire Escape Plan. It is vitally important that every family has a complete Home Fire Escape Plan which all occupants of your household practise and understand.
We can provide advice on the development of a Home Fire Escape Plan. Contact us on either (08) 8115 3300 or email the Community Engagement Unit.
Conduct fire drills with the whole family.
Agree on a place to meet outside.
Get everybody out of the house.
Meet at the designated place.
Call the Fire Service on 000.
Do not go back inside.
If clothes catch fire: STOP, DROP AND ROLL to smother flames while covering your face with your hands.
To help someone else, throw a woollen blanket over them if they catch alight.
In a fire the safest area for breathing is near the floor where the air is cooler and cleaner.
Get down low and crawl to safety.
Clean cold water cools burns and lessens the pain.
Do not use butter, ice, cotton wool or ointments on burns.
Do not remove burnt clothing from skin.
Every home should have a properly maintained fire extinguisher and fire blanket.
Never leave the stove unattended.
Check that electric cords, curtains, tea towels and oven cloths are at a safe distance from the stove top.
Be careful of long flowing sleeves contacting gas flames.
Do not sleep with electric blankets on or leave the house without switching them off.
Never leave weighty objects on the bed when the electric blanket is on.
Have your blanket checked by an authorised repairer if you suspect overheating.
Always follow manufacturer´s instructions for care and storage.
Inspect each blanket for wear and tear at the beginning of the cooler months.
Always use a qualified electrician.
Double adaptors and power-boards can overload power points.
Install safety switches and correct fuses.
Smoking in bed can be fatal - tiny embers can smoulder unnoticed and burst into flame much later.
Check light fittings for heat build up.
Discard lampshades that are close to light globes & lamp bases that can be knocked over easily.
Ensure recessed downlights are properly insulated from wood panelling or ceiling timbers.
Store all flammable liquids such as petrol, kerosene, methylated spirits away from heat.
Always check the label before use and storage.
Use extreme care when pouring.
Always clean lint filters after each load.
Avoid drying bras in your dryer as the underwire can get caught and start a fire.
Never leave burning candles unattended. Do not sleep with a burning candle.
Make sure curtains and other flammable items are well away from burning candles.
Make sure all appliances are professionally installed.
Check that walls and floors are insulated from heat sources.
Be careful where you place portable appliances.
Never leave an open fire alight when you leave the house or go to bed.
Have your chimney and flue cleaned annually.
Never leave children unattended near fires and heaters.
Clothing should not be dried close to heaters or fires.
Warn all children about playing with fire.
Keep all matches, lighters and candles out of reach of small children.
Teach young children to bring matches or lighters they find to an adult immediately.
Teach older children that matches are a tool to be used in the presence of adults.
Brief your babysitter on your fire plan - make sure they know all exits and emergency telephone numbers. Make sure the babysitter understands fire survival techniques.
Wheat bags or wheat pillows are often used to provide relief from the body's aches and pains but if they are used incorrectly they are also a fire and burn hazard.
Wheat bags are fabric bags filled with wheat (or other grains). They are heated in a microwave oven and then placed on the body to apply warmth.
Fires have occurred when wheat bags have been used as 'hot water bottles' to warm a bed. Further examples have been reported where wheat bags were found to be smouldering after they have been over-heated in a microwave oven.
Wheat bags have been used for many years as an inexpensive, convenient and reusable winter warmer and heat treatment for sore muscles. You just pop one in the microwave, heat for a couple of minutes and it's ready to use. However, wheat retains heat for a long time and the bags can be dangerous if used incorrectly.
If a wheat bag is over-heated the chance of ignition is greater if the wheat bag is insulated with blankets or a quilt when being used to warm a bed.
In addition, burns to the skin may occur with an over-heated wheat bag especially if it is being used on a baby, young child or an elderly person.


Do you know that your mind (or consciousness) go beyond time and space!?
Your mind is a great traveler! It goes anytime, anywhere.
Here is a simple experiment.. What did you eat this morning? Where do you want to visit next year? Think of someone you love or don't like.
Your mind can be in the past or future events or off to somewhere you like, or be with someone who is not really with you at the moment.
Sometime that make us feel good. Thinking about happy memories or upcoming events or lovely person make us smile.
However, if you are not feeling right, your wonderful mind travel might not be working for you.
So next time when you are not in a good mood and notice that your mind is somewhere but not here...just bring it back right where you are.
Easiest way is using your five senses. And focus on every action you take like breathing, drinking, eating.
Your mind can't go anywhere but right here, right now. It's called Mindfulness. Mind + full.
Mindfulness is very simple yet very powerful. But it takes a practice. Zen monks do 24/7.
I hope you can try the following action plan for M & M (Mood & Mind) and see how easy and powerful it is.
1) Acknowledge where your mind is.
2) Focus on what you are doing right now with your five senses.
3) Enjoy the exact moment 100%!


We present the all-sky Planck catalogue of Sunyaev-Zeldovich (SZ) sources detected from the 29 month full-mission data. The catalogue (PSZ2) is the largest SZ-selected sample of galaxy clusters yet produced and the deepest systematic all-sky surveyof galaxy clusters. It contains 1653 detections, of which 1203 are confirmed clusters with identified counterparts in external data sets, and is the first SZ-selected cluster survey containing >103 confirmed clusters. We present a detailed analysis of the survey selection function in terms of its completeness and statistical reliability, placing a lower limit of 83% on the purity. Using simulations, we find that the estimates of the SZ strength parameter Y5R500are robust to pressure-profile variation and beam systematics, but accurate conversion to Y500 requires the use of prior information on the cluster extent. We describe the multi-wavelength search for counterparts in ancillary data, which makes use of radio, microwave, infra-red, optical, and X-ray data sets, and which places emphasis on the robustness of the counterpart match. We discuss the physical properties of the new sample and identify a population of low-redshift X-ray under-luminous clusters revealed by SZ selection. These objects appear in optical and SZ surveys with consistent properties for their mass, but are almost absent from ROSAT X-ray selected samples.