Arizona Cactus League Association

The Arizona Cactus League Association oversaw scheduling adjustments this spring after an unusual mid‑March heat wave in the Phoenix area. Facing temperatures exceeding 100 degrees—rare for the month—the league shifted at least 11 Cactus League games across six stadiums to evening or morning start times for safety reasons. Several ballparks implemented new policies allowing water and hydration stations for fans amid soaring temperatures. The league emphasized that the health and safety of players and attendees remained its top priority during this extreme weather.