Lakers remember owner, Dr. Buss

Jerry Buss, NBA, Los Angeles Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers family and surrounding community are mourning the loss of Dr. Jerry Buss, owner of the NBA team, after he battled a long illnes. He was 80 years old. “We not only have lost our cherished father, but a beloved man of our community and a person respected by the world basketball [...]

Koufax returns to Dodgers

Sandy Koufax, MLB, Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Tuesday the return of Sandy Koufax.  In his new position, he will attend part of Spring Training and serve as a Special Advisor.  Complete details are below. (Via the Los Angeles Dodgers) – Los Angeles, CA (January 22, 2013) – Hall of Famer Sandy Koufax will return to the Los Angeles Dodgers [...]

Sharks select 2013 grant recipients

San Jose Sharks, NHL, The Sharks Foundation

Pucks are back and the San Jose Sharks plan to be extremely generous during 2013.  On  Monday, they announced more than $419,000 to grant recipients.  Complete story is below. (Via the San Jose Sharks) – San Jose, CA (January 21, 2013) – The Sharks Foundation announced today that it will donate more than $419,000 to 17 non-profit [...]

Dodger Stadium receiving new look

Dodger Stadium, LA Dodgers, MLB

The Los Angeles Dodgers have announced plans to upgrade Dodger Stadium for the 2013 season. The 51-year-old stadium will receive improvements in all areas including facilities, food service, clubhouse and more. “The mission of Dodger ownership is to create ways to enhance the experience for all of our fans,” Dodger President and CEO Stan Kasten [...]

Giants to celebrate with fans

San Francisco Giants, MLB, World Series Champions

The San Francisco Giants are back home with their trophy and plan to celebrate their World Series Championship tomorrow with fans.  Complete details are below. (Via the San Francisco Giants) – San Francisco, CA (October 30, 2012) – Comcast SportsNet Bay Area, the on-air and online home of “Authentic Bay Area Sports,” celebrates the 2012 World [...]

MLB honors the military

US Flag, San Francisco Giants, Military, World War II, MLB

Major League Baseball will honor veterans and military families before Game Two of the World Series on Thursday.  Complete details are below. (Via the San Francisco Giants) – San Francisco, CA (October 24, 2012) – Major League Baseball will highlight the League’s support for the military, specifically through the Welcome Back Veterans initiative, by dedicating Game [...]

Padres to bring in the fences

Petco Park, MLB, San Diego Padres

The San Diego Padres announced today changes that will be made to Petco Park this off-season.  The goal may not be to make it a more hitter-friendly ballpark, but the fences are coming in.  Complete details are below. (Via the San Diego Padres) – San Diego, CA (October 22, 2012) – The San Diego Padres today [...]

Gomes receives award

Jonny Gomes, MLB, Oakland Athletics, Oakland A's, Dave Stewart Community Service Award

Annually, an Oakland A’s player is chosen to receive the “Dave Stewart Service Community Award”. This year, Jonny Gomes was the proud recipient.  He received his award on Saturday.  Complete details are below. (Via the Oakland Athletics) – Oakland, CA (September 28, 2012) – Oakland A’s outfielder/designated hitter Jonny Gomes has been named the recipient of [...]

Scully back for year number 64

Vin Scully, Los Angeles Dodgers, MLB, Magic Johnson, Stan Kasten, Los Angeles, California, West Coast, Dodger Stadium

The Los Angeles Dodgers Hall of Fame broadcaster announced today he will be back in the booth in 2013, right where he belongs.  Full story continues below. (Via the Los Angeles Dodgers) – Los Angeles, CA. (August 26, 2012) – Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully, one of the most revered figures in Los Angeles sports [...]

Legendary Coleman gets statue

Jerry Coleman, San Diego Padres, Hall of Fame

Hall of Fame broadcaster Jerry Coleman will be honored with a statue courtesy of the San Diego Padres.  Complete details of “Jerry Coleman Day” is below. (Via the San Diego Padres) – San Diego, CA. (August 22, 2012) – The San Diego Padres today announced they will unveil a statue of Hall of Fame broadcaster Jerry [...]