MND-B Soldier, Family finds source for peace of mind Nov 18, 2008
Ekkahard Grimm, a colleague and friend of more than 19 years, who is a native of Anaheim, Calif. and serves with the 425th Civil Affairs Battalion. (KWTX.com, TX)
Fires threaten more multimillion dollar homes Nov 18, 2008
Flames destroyed 119 residences in Corona, Yorba Linda and the Anaheim Hills area of Anaheim ... Location: Corona (Riverside County) and Orange County (Yorba Linda, Brea and Anaheim). (San Francisco Chronicle)
Winds calm, but more Californians flee wildfires Nov 17, 2008
On Saturday, the fire burned 119 homes in the communities of Corona, Yorba Linda, and Anaheim. Captain Guy Melker of the Los Angeles County Fire Department stood on a balcony of a multimillion-dollar home in Diamond Bar, looking down into a canyon with flames on the far side. (Boston Globe)
Tocchet loses in debut as coach Nov 17, 2008
Ducks 2, Kings 0: Jonas Hiller made 29 saves for his first NHL shutout and host Anaheim got goals from Corey Perry and defenseman Bret Hedican to beat Los Angeles. It was the Ducks' second shutout in the last two meetings between the Southern California rivals. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Flyers' Antero Niittymaki beats Thrashers _ again Nov 17, 2008
In other NHL games Sunday, it was: San Jose 6, Chicago 5; Carolina 3, Tampa Bay 2 in a shootout; Anaheim 2, Los Angeles 0; and Montreal 3, St. Louis 2 in a shootout ... Jonas Hiller made 29 saves for his first NHL shutout, and Corey Perry and defenseman Bret Hedican scored for Anaheim. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Amid Devastation, California Firefighters Begin to Gain the Upper Hand Nov 17, 2008
On Saturday, the fire burned 119 homes in the communities of Corona, Yorba Linda and Anaheim. In addition, 50 units of an apartment complex burned, Orange County fire spokeswoman Angela Garbiso said. (Fox News)
School auditors look for green - on the links Nov 17, 2008
1A specifically stated that the $10 billion in bond money would help "initiate the construction of a high-speed train system that connects the San Francisco Transbay Terminal to Los Angeles Union Station and Anaheim.". Kopp, however, maintains there's nothing in writing that says the money has to go toward a new station. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Hiller gets 1st NHL shutout in Ducks' win Nov 17, 2008
Hiller made 29 saves while Giguere got the day off, and the Anaheim Ducks got goals from Corey Perry and defenseman Bret Hedican to beat the Los Angeles Kings 2-0 on Sunday night ... " It was the Ducks' second shutout in the last two meetings between the Southern California rivals. The last time they met on Nov. 4 at Staples Center, the Ducks won 1-0 on Chris Pronger's overtime goal. The only other time the Ducks have had consecutive shutouts against the Kings in 2000-01, both in Anaheim by 4-0... (Anchorage Daily News)
CALIFORNIA FIRE FURY Nov 17, 2008
" In the early morning, winds pushed flames dangerously close to a church and adjacent mobile home park in the Olinda Village area north of Yorba Linda, but firefighters were able to beat it back. Only one mobile home was lost. Billy Bagsby, an inmate firefighter with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, said the flames suddenly shifted direction around 2 a.m. (AP) A Los Angeles city fire department search and rescue worker and her dog walk through the Oakridge..."It was... (The Drudge Report)
Los Angeles wildfires: Residents evacuated as flames destroy 1000 ... Nov 17, 2008
Thousands more homes were considered at risk as flames raced through tinder dry scrub land surrounding communities in Yorba Linda, Corona and Anaheim in Orange and Riverside counties. To the north, fire crews managed to bring a blaze in Sylmar, a northern Los Angeles suburb, about 40 percent under control. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Fires burn 700 California homes Nov 17, 2008
High winds have fanned blazes from Santa Barbara to Anaheim since Thursday, scorching an estimated 35,000 acres of land ... Most of the damage was in , in the Los Angeles suburbs of Anaheim and Yorba Linda, where more than 100 homes were destroyed. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
New wildfire erupts in Southern California Nov 17, 2008
The latest front for firefighters was in heavily populated Orange County, where fast-moving flames consumed dozens of homes in Anaheim Hills and other upscale neighborhoods and circled freeways, stranding fleeing motorists ... The third fire began in Corona, about 50 miles inland from Los Angeles, on Saturday afternoon, forcing evacuations in Corona, Yorba Linda and Anaheim. (International Herald Tribune)
Leafs to take steps toward Burke Nov 17, 2008
Burke is officially a free agent, as the proper paperwork after his resignation as the general manager of the Anaheim Ducks was filed with the NHL. ... Former Anaheim Ducks' general manager Brian Burke raises the Stanley Cup after beating the Ottawa Senators in the 2007 Stanley Cup finals ... The couple plan to return to Anaheim by Friday, although that could change if negotiations go quickly. (Globe and Mail)
Another View: Governor's fun tax idea is not amusing Nov 17, 2008
It contributes more than half of Anaheim's total annual tax revenues of almost 200 million ... In Anaheim, tourists pony up 15 percent for the bed tax on an average daily hotel rate of 150 ... More broadly, the Anaheim/Orange County Visitor and Convention Bureau reports that visitors spend several hundred dollars a day above their hotel room and ticket expenses. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Hoops: Oakland gameday notes Nov 17, 2008
Brown, from Anaheim, Calif. led the squad in assists, averaging 3. (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
Calif. Firefighters Make Gains On Fires Nov 17, 2008
In Orange and Riverside Counties, the Triangle Complex Fire, which broke out along Riverside Freeway (91), has destroyed at least 112 residences in Anaheim, Yorba Linda and Corona and three structures in Brea, according to the Orange County Fire Authority. Between 20,000-23,000 people were evacuated. (CBS News -- US)
Even As Winds Calm, More Flee Fires Nov 17, 2008
One man from Yorba Linda, who's waiting for word from an evacuation center at a high school gym in Anaheim, said if his house burns down, he'll just have to "start from scratch again.". One evacuee watched the flames in the area around her home from the safety of a Yorba Linda strip mall. (Click2Houston, TX)
L.A. ringed by flames Nov 16, 2008
More than 3 square miles were charred, with more than 12,000 people ordered to evacuate in Anaheim alone ... Several apartments in a large complex in Anaheim Hills also burned ... Devin Nathanson, 27, had put down a deposit on an apartment in Anaheim Hills and planned to move in Saturday. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
NHL Predators sweep California teams Nov 16, 2008
Nashville beat the Ducks in Anaheim 4-3 in overtime Friday night after doing the same thing to the Sharks on Tuesday night ... Ducks lose Beauchemin: Anaheim defenseman Francois Beauchemin will miss about six months after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Thousands Flee Fires in Orange, Riverside Counties Nov 16, 2008
Corona, Yorba Linda, Anaheim and Brea areas ... The area east of State College and north of Lambert was evacuated in Brea, and in Anaheim the area west of the 241 Freeway, east of Weir Canyon Road/Serrano, south of the 91 Freeway and north of Marblehead ... 7:40PM - About 4,500 homes have been evacuated in Anaheim, affecting 12,600 people, and 8,000 to 10,000 people have been evacuated in Yorba Linda due to the Corona Fire, according to the Orange County Emergency Operations Center. (MyFox Los Angeles)
Fires ring Los Angeles, thousands flee gutted homes Nov 16, 2008
Another fire flared southeast of Los Angeles in Orange and Riverside counties on Saturday morning, charring 2,000 acres in the communities of Yorba Linda, Brea, Anaheim and Corona ... In Anaheim, home to Disneyland, 12,600 people were ordered to evacuate, while 10,000 more were asked to leave their homes in the Sylmar area, officials said. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
MARKET FORCES: Possible destinations for key free agents Nov 16, 2008
The Angels' parting of ways with K-Rod only makes it more likely that the switch-hitting, slick-fielding Teixeira will end up in one of two places: Anaheim or the Bronx. Scott Boras will be content to sit back and watch a bidding war unfold, and the Yankees, as enriched as they will be by the fat cats stuffing themselves on the all-you-can-eat delicacies that will be offered in the premium seats at their new stadium, don't generally lose bidding wars (although they might lose at least one this... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Winds intensify southern wildfires Nov 16, 2008
More than 60 homes, some of them apparently mansions, were damaged or destroyed in a fire that erupted in the Santa Ana River bottom in the Riverside County city of Corona and spread west into the Orange County communities of Yorba Linda and Anaheim Hills, hopscotching through winding lanes of modern subdivisions as night fell. In addition, 50 units of the Cascades apartment complex in Anaheim Hills burned, Orange County fire spokeswoman Angela Garbiso said ... About 5,900 acres were charred in... (Modesto Bee, CA)
Joseph Kock “JK” Phipps Nov 16, 2008
In 1952, he moved to California where he served as a junior high school principal in Long Beach and Anaheim. He retired in 1976 and the couple moved to Corvallis in 1992. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Tens of Thousands Flee As Fires Rage Near LA Nov 16, 2008
Other fires burned in Palos Verdes, Brea and Carona, spreading to Yorba Linda and later Anaheim Hills in ... What Southern Californians were calling the Freeway Complex blaze jumped the 91 freeway -- where some drivers moved through black smoke and others abandoned their cars -- before exploding into the Anaheim Hills on Saturday afternoon, forcing 3,100 mandatory evacuations. (Washington Post)
Getty ImagesWind spurs fires across region Nov 16, 2008
More than 60 homes, some of them apparently mansions, were damaged or destroyed in a fire that erupted in the Santa Ana River bottom in the Riverside County city of Corona and spread west into the Orange County communities of Yorba Linda and Anaheim Hills, hopscotching through winding lanes of modern subdivisions as night fell. In addition, 50 units of the Cascades apartment complex in Anaheim Hills burned, Orange County fire spokeswoman Angela Garbiso said ... Nearly 5,900 acres were charred in... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Burke gets permission to start talking Nov 15, 2008
Burke's former employers, the Anaheim Ducks, have filed the necessary documentation with the NHL that gave permission for the 29 other clubs to discuss employment opportunities with the 53-year-old free-agent GM. ... Although Burke wanted to wait until Christmas before making his decision to accept or reject Anaheim's offer, Ducks CEO Michael Schulman became antsy and demanded an answer on Nov. 1. (Globe and Mail)
Big names available for right price Nov 15, 2008
The Yankees, Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim even the Blue Jays have all reportedly expressed an interest in the 36-year-old slugger. Ramirez has already turned down a two-year deal with a third-year option that could have pushed the contract's value to $60-million to remain with the Dodgers. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Devout Jonas brother devoted fan of decidedly irreverent blink-182 Nov 15, 2008
Disney also filmed the band's two August shows in Anaheim for release early next year in theaters as a 3-D concert film. The Jonas Brothers' spring tour sold out their 40-plus arena concerts. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
BYU struggles to bring top-notch teams to Provo Nov 14, 2008
The Aztecs are in the John Wooden Classic in Anaheim, Calif. for the second consecutive year and are matched up with the same opponent, Saint Mary's, much to the dismay of Fisher. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bruins also likely to come courting Nov 13, 2008
The Maple Leafs were caught as off-guard as everyone else by yesterday's sudden announcement that Burke was stepping down as general manager of the Anaheim Ducks ... The Bruins had a dance with Burke once before, although he wound up in Anaheim ... Further complicating matters was that Jennifer Burke worked as a broadcaster in Vancouver and stayed there with their children after Burke was dropped by the Canucks and took the Anaheim job. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
SANYO's New Ultra-Portable LCD Front Projector Delivers Crisp Images for Business and Classroom Presentations Nov 12, 2008
(PRNewsFoto/SANYO Fisher Company) ANAHEIM, CA UNITED STATES. - PLC-XW57 is a compact projector that offers exceptional portability in a chassis weighing less than 7 pounds - Outstanding brightness with 2000 lumens, suitable for well-lit rooms - Display all your media including movies, pictures and power point presentations directly from a computer or other video source device - Extended digital zoom and 1. (PR Newswire)
OC suspect arrested for knocking off food trucks Nov 12, 2008
(11-12) 02:08 PST Anaheim, CA (AP) ... Anaheim police say in a statement that they arrested parolee Raul Moreno Rios on Tuesday for investigation of the armed robbery of 19 of the food-toting trucks ... Police say Rios is accused of stealing from the employees of nine trucks in Santa Ana, eight in Anaheim and two in Fullerton starting Sept. 6 and as recently as Sunday. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
REGION: Election reveals growing coastal-inland rift Nov 12, 2008
"But it's not Anaheim, either.". In that sense, North County is beginning to reflect a countywide trend that has been under way for years. (North County Times)
Joseph Kock “JK” Phipps Nov 12, 2008
In 1952, he moved to California where he served as a junior high school principal in Long Beach and Anaheim. He retired in 1976 and the couple moved to Corvallis in 1992. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Sundin sells Toronto home Nov 12, 2008
The Vancouver Canucks, New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, Tampa Bay Lightning, Montreal Canadiens and Anaheim Ducks are also interested but the Leafs and Canucks are the only two that would not have to rework their roster to add the talented centre ... While in Southern California, Sundin has met with Canucks general manager Mike Gillis, as well as Anaheim GM Brian Burke. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Second Toronto team would be a fat cat Nov 10, 2008
Most recently in the NHL, former Los Angeles Kings owner Bruce McNall received $25-million in 1993 when the league awarded the Walt Disney Co. an expansion franchise in Anaheim. (). (Globe and Mail)
Kings power play connects 3 times against Blues Nov 9, 2008
The 26-year-old Swede dropped a 1-0 overtime decision to the Anaheim Ducks in his first start on Tuesday and then faced 15 shots in a 3-2 victory over the Florida Panthers on Thursday. "It was a great week, two wins in the last two games and it's fun for me to play games, too," Ersberg said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Marleau capitalizes on Turco's mistake for winner Nov 9, 2008
The Sharks improved to an NHL-best 13-2 with this win, opening up a seven-point lead on Anaheim and a 14-point advantage on the Stars, who dropped to 5-7-2 after failing to post their first back-to-back wins. Boucher excelled again in a rare start in place of Evgeni Nabokov, who sat out with a lower-body injury after getting hurt while stretching to make the final stop in San Jose's 5-4 shootout win over St. Louis on Thursday night. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Clowe leads Sharks past Blues Nov 8, 2008
The NHL s sixth-leading scorer left St. Louis 5-2 loss at Anaheim on Wednesday night during the second period after apparently getting hit by a puck. Thanks to some curious scheduling, St. Louis must return to Southern California after two days in the Bay Area to meet the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night in the third stop of their five-game road trip. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
A state sales tax jump could backfire Nov 7, 2008
"The higher the sales tax is, the more likely people are to buy things out of state or online," said Lynn Freer, president of Spidell Publishing in Anaheim, which produces information for tax professionals. The effect could be especially noticeable in Los Angeles, where a higher state rate -- combined with the recently passed Measure R and other local levies -- would eventually push the sales tax paid within the city to 10. (Los Angeles Times)
2008-09 Pac-10 Men's Basketball Composite Schedule Nov 7, 2008
Nov. 30 Northern Arizona at ARIZONA, 2 p.m. (FSN AZ) ARIZONA STATE at Anaheim Classic, TBD (ESPNU/2) (11) OREGON STATE at Fresno State, 2 p.m. ... 10 - NIT Season Tip-Off Semi/Finals, N.Y., N.Y. 11 - 76 Classic, Anaheim, Calif ... (Rose Garden) 16 - Wooden Classic, Anaheim, Calif. (Pac-10.org)
High school team adds sports psychologist Nov 7, 2008
Joe Maddon, the Rays' manager, coached in Anaheim for 12 years. He worked with Ravizza then, and he enlisted the guru's services when he took the Tampa Bay gig in 2005. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
California Bullet Train System Gets Voters Approval Nov 6, 2008
The rail line would link Anaheim, Los Angeles, Fresno and San Francisco. Planners eventually want to include Sacramento, San Diego and Oakland. (Fox News)
Prop 1A: Voters approve high-speed rail system Nov 6, 2008
The cost of building the line from San Francisco's Transbay Terminal to Los Angeles' Union Station and Anaheim is estimated at $32 billion with extensions to Sacramento, San Diego and Riverside County adding roughly another $12 billion. Kopp said Wednesday that he is optimistic about getting federal funding for high-speed rail and the remaining one-third of the funding from the private sector. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Miley Cyrus to lead parade Nov 6, 2008
Actress/singer Miley Cyrus arrives at her 'Sweet 16' birthday celebration benefiting Youth Service America at Disneyland on October 5, 2008 in Anaheim, California. (Kevin Winter, Getty Images). (WOKR13 Rochester)
Gay couples disappointed by Calif. marriage ban Nov 6, 2008
-- Dancing With the Stars" narrowed ; LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears ; Yahoo! Headlines Being 0-3 really bothered Tony Parker. The San Antonio ; Amare Stoudemire scored 49 points, falling a point short ; Detroit guard Allen Iverson was not available for Wednesday's ; More NBA: Headlines There's a lot more to the Anaheim Ducks these ; Kevin Weekes hasn't made anyone forget Martin Brodeur yet, ; Rookie goalie Steve Mason found out how long 69 ; More NHL: Headlines... (Yahoo News)
Why gay marriage was defeated in california Nov 6, 2008
There's a lot more to the Anaheim Ducks these. Kevin Weekes hasn't made anyone forget Martin Brodeur yet. (Yahoo News)
Ducks on a roll Nov 6, 2008
Ryan Getzlaf scored two goals, including a 190-foot shot into an empty net, and Jonas Hiller made 31 saves for the Anaheim Ducks in a 5-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday night ... Ryan Getzlaf scored a pair of goals in the Anaheim Ducks' 5-2 win over the St. Louis Blues ... Anaheim's previous five games had been decided by one goal and it looked as if that trend might continue. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Pronger's OT goal lifts Ducks over Kings Nov 5, 2008
Final Score: Anaheim 1, Los Angeles 0 (OT) Los Angeles, CA (Sports Network) - Chris Pronger's tally just 40 seconds into the overtime session gave Anaheim a 1-0 victory over the punchless Los Angeles Kings. Jean-Sebastien Giguere recorded his second shutout of the season and 31st of his career by stopping all 35 shots for the Ducks, who have won seven of their last eight. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Pronger scores OT winner Nov 5, 2008
Pronger drilled a 45-foot slap shot past Kings goalie Erik Ersberg just after a Ducks power play ended giving Anaheim the victory. It was Giguere's second shutout of the season and the 31st of his career. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Rodgers, Follett and Buehler Named U.S. Bank Pac-10 Football Players of the Week Nov 4, 2008
In USC's 56-0 win against Washington, Buehler, a senior from Anaheim, Calif. was a perfect 8-8 on PATs and seven of his nine kickoffs pinned UW within the 20-yard line with four touchbacks. (Pac-10.org)
Elizabeth A. Betty Price Nov 4, 2008
She is survived by Roger, her husband of 24 years; the families of daughter Jennifer Hagood of Virginia Beach; sons Justin M. Cole of Anaheim, Calif. Jeffery A. Cole of Couer d Alene, Idaho, Richard E. Cole of Corpus Christi, Texas, and Norman (Lee) Cole of Sacramento, Calif. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Colletti indicates He May Not Wait for Manny Nov 3, 2008
And the Los Angeles Times pointed out, "The team that will get the best bargain in free agency is the one that signs outfielder Juan Rivera to play every day. You give him 500 at-bats, and he'll give you 25 home runs. During the 15-day period, players can sign only with their former club, but they can begin talks with other clubs on issues other than salary. The complete list of free agents: Arizona Cruz, Juan (RP); Eckstein, David (SS) Atlanta ?Norton, Greg (OF); Ohman, Will (RP); Tavarez,... (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Texas Tech takes control in BCS standings Nov 3, 2008
In a clash of hot teams, the Anaheim Ducks ... In a clash of hot teams, the Anaheim Ducks. (Yahoo News)
Sharks beat Avalanche to improve NHL's best record Nov 3, 2008
In other games Sunday it was: Edmonton 5, Philadelphia 4; Carolina 6, Toronto 4; Atlanta 5, Florida 3; Anaheim 3, Calgary 2; and Detroit 3, Vancouver 2 ... Ryan Getzlaf had a goal and an assist to help Anaheim hold off Calgary to end the Flames' six-game winning streak ... They also continued their domination of the Flames in Anaheim, where they've beaten Calgary in the last eight regular-season meetings. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
* NHL: Canucks blow big lead, down Ducks in shootout Nov 2, 2008
AP, , ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA Sunday, Nov 02, 2008, Page 19. Mattias Ohlund of the Vancouver Canucks scores the game-winner over the shoulder of goaltender Jonas Hiller of the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, on Friday ... Mattias Ohlund scored in the 13th round of the shootout, giving the Vancouver Canucks a 7-6 win over the Anaheim Ducks in the NHL on Friday despite blowing a three-goal lead. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Obama the Magic Mirror Candidate Nov 2, 2008
The two As are crested with halos, like the of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, California. For most people, of course, the only circular rings we associate with politicians are handcuffs (see Stevens, Ted as a recent example). (Townhall.com)
Flames beat Kings for 6th straight win Nov 2, 2008
"That's the professional discipline that you need going into games, knowing that there's not going to be a night off. We slipped a little bit, but we're very happy with the win. It was very important."You don't look ahead to the next game (at Anaheim), but we knew this was going to be a tough weekend for us. And getting these two points was a great start. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Hoops company And1 to sponsor UFC's Quarry Nov 1, 2008
December 13 - Las VegasDecember 27 - Las VegasJanuary 24 - Anaheim, Calif. Ask the MMA reporter: Mike Chiappetta. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Leafs' plan: Don't fall behind at start Nov 1, 2008
They won two of those and still got a point in the other when they lost in a shootout to the Anaheim Ducks. Even though the Leafs are coming off a comeback win against one of the best goaltenders in the world, Martin Brodeur of the New Jersey Devils, they are not counting on similar heroics against another of the NHL's best goaltenders, Henrik Lundqvist of the Rangers. (Globe and Mail)
More of this story Nov 1, 2008
This week they host the Anaheim Ducks, Florida Panthers and St. Louis Blues. USC TrojansLos Angeles Memorial Coliseum, 3939 S. Figueroa St., (213) 740-4672 or. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Kane leads Hawks over Stars Nov 1, 2008
Stars D Sergei Zubov, who has not played this season due to hip injury, is expected to return next Friday at Anaheim. Chicago D Niklas Hjalmarsson missed his seventh game with bruised ribs. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
* NHL: Ducks clip Detroits wings in overtime Oct 31, 2008
AP, ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA Friday, Oct 31, 2008, Page 19. The Anaheim Ducks won a match-up of the past two Stanley Cup champions, beating the Detroit Red Wings 5-4 in overtime in the National Hockey League on Wednesday ... The hat-trick was his 12th with Anaheim. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
A's release Spring schedule Oct 31, 2008
Following an off-day, the A's open the regular season in Anaheim on Monday, April 6, against the defending American League West champion Angels. The A's will play 18 home games this spring, beginning with their opener against the Brewers on Friday, Feb. 27. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
