Here is the latest Washington, Oregon and Alaska sports from The AP Nov 8, 2009
SEATTLE - San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum (LINZ'-ih-kuhm) reportedly has an agreement with a prosecutor in his home state of Washington that could settle his misdemeanor marijuana charge. The Columbian in Vancouver says Clark County prosecutors have reached a deal with Lincecum's lawyer that would result in a $250 fine for possessing a marijuana pipe. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Lincecum's reputation going to pot Nov 8, 2009
Judging by his long hair, skater punk wardrobe and fondness for Choco Tacos, we're not exactly stunned that San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum got busted for marijuana possession. But what the heck is a Cy Young Award winner doing driving around in a 4-year-old Mercedes. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Lincecum makes deal with Clark County prosecutors Nov 7, 2009
Clark County prosecutors reached an agreement with San Francisco Giants baseball star Tim Lincecum that will result in a civil infraction for possession of a marijuana pipe. The two-time All-Star pitcher will pay a 250 fine for possession of drug paraphernalia after he was found with marijuana during a freeway traffic stop in Hazel Dell. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Lincecum likely facing $250 fine for pot pipe Nov 7, 2009
- San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum has an agreement with a prosecutor in his home state of Washington that could settle his misdemeanor marijuana charge, The Columbian reported Friday. The Vancouver, Wash. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Report: Lincecum has agreement on pot charge Nov 7, 2009
SEATTLE -- San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum has an agreement with a prosecutor in his home state of Washington that could settle his misdemeanor marijuana charge, The Columbian reported Friday ... San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum has an agreement with a prosecutor in his home state of Washington that could settle his misdemeanor marijuana charge, The Columbian reported Friday ... In this Oct. 1, 2009, photo, San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum sits in the dugout during a baseball... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Report: Lincecum has deal to settle drug charge Nov 7, 2009
Report: San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum has deal to settle drug charge - ESPN. Updated: November 7, 2009, 2:09 AM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Pack tops St. Paul's in exhibition Nov 6, 2009
Pack tops St. Paul's in exhibition - Sports - NewsObserver. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Giants' pitcher caught with pot Nov 6, 2009
San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum is facing misdemeanor marijuana charges following a traffic stop in his home state ... San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum is facing misdemeanor marijuana charges following a traffic stop in his home state. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Decade ends the way it began, with the Yankees on top Nov 6, 2009
They beat the San Francisco Giants in the second and last seven-game World Series of the decade a slugfest that included 21 home runs, the Giants blowing a 5-0 lead in the seventh inning in Game 6, and Barry Bonds' only World Series appearance. 2003 - The Yankees had 22 championships before the Florida Marlins were even created. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Giants' ace cited for possession Nov 6, 2009
SEATTLE - San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum is facing misdemeanor marijuana charges following a traffic stop in his home state ... In this Oct. 1, 2009, photo, San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum sits in the dugout during a baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Giants' Lincecum Faces Pot Charges Nov 6, 2009
SEATTLE -- San Francisco Giants star pitcher Tim Lincecum is facing misdemeanor marijuana charges following a traffic stop in his home state. Washington State Patrol spokesman Steve Schatzel said Thursday that the 2008 Cy Young Award winner and former star at the University of Washington was pulled over for speeding on Interstate 5 about four miles north of the Oregon border on Oct. 30. (KSBW 8, CA)
Giants ace Lincecum faces marijuana charges Nov 6, 2009
San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum cited for marijuana possession - ESPN. Updated: November 6, 2009, 2:03 AM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Lincecum Marijuana Nov 6, 2009
San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum cited for marijuana possession - MLB - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Nationals add former GM Schueler to front office Nov 4, 2009
Schueler worked for the San Francisco Giants the past two seasons. Washington also promoted Bill Singer to director of professional scouting. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Giants tap Grizzlies coach Meulens Nov 3, 2009
Fresno Grizzlies hitting coach Hensley Meulens has been named to the same position with the San Francisco Giants, general manager Brian Sabean announced Monday. Meulens, who was with the Grizzlies for one year, guided the Giants Triple-A affiliate to a. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Giants reward Meulens with hitting coach job Nov 3, 2009
San Francisco Giants reward Hensley Meulens with hitting coach job - ESPN. Updated: November 2, 2009, 9:25 PM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Bodley: Manuel's decision on Lee pans out Nov 3, 2009
" Lee was not at his best in his second World Series start, but he pitched well enough to hold the Yankees off while the Phillies built a big lead. By winning Monday night, the Phillies saved this Series from being another of the forgettable best-of-seven tournaments of the last few years. There hadn't been a six-game Series since 2003, when the Florida Marlins shocked the Yankees. 2009 World Series Gm. 1 PHI 6, NYY 1 Gm. 2 NYY 3, PHI 1 Gm. 3 NYY 8, PHI 5 Gm. 4 NYY 7, PHI 4 Gm. 5 NYY@PHI Gm. 6... (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
San Francisco hires Meulens as new hitting coach Nov 3, 2009
San Francisco Giants hire Hensley Meulens as hitting coach - MLB - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Ethier Named 'Clutch Performer of the Year' Nov 2, 2009
This years MLB Pepsi Clutch Performer of the Year nominees were: , Los Angeles Dodgers; Prince Fielder, Milwaukee Brewers; Tim Lincecum, San Francisco Giants; Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins; Albert Pujols, St. Louis Cardinals; and Mariano Rivera, New York Yankees ... Monthly winners of the 2009 MLB Pepsi Clutch Performer of the Month awards include: Zack Greinke, Kansas City Royals (April); Melky Cabrera, New York Yankees (May); Tim Lincecum, San Francisco Giants (June); Mark Buehrle, Chicago... (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Sanchez signs two-year contract Oct 31, 2009
The Official Site of the San Francisco Giants ... "Being a part of this San Francisco Giants family, hopefully I can do what they traded for me to do." Giants manager Bruce Bochy pointed out that until this year, Sanchez had succeeded at staying on the field. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Giants extend deadline add Sanchez for 2 years Oct 31, 2009
San Francisco Giants sign 2B Freddy Sanchez to two-year extension - ESPN. Updated: October 30, 2009, 9:19 PM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Ricketts promises Series win Oct 31, 2009
Freddy Sanchez has signed a $12 million, two-year contract extension Friday with the San Francisco Giants. Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Giants ink Sanchez to two-year extension Oct 31, 2009
The San Francisco Giants signed infielder Freddy Sanchez to a two-year contract extension on Friday ... The San Francisco Giants signed infielder Freddy Sanchez to a two-year contract extension on Friday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hamels used to look up to Pettitte as a kid Oct 31, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Fri, Oct 30, 2009 08:09 PMModified Fri, Oct 30, 2009 08:09 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Clinic brings in knowledge of former Major Leaguers Oct 31, 2009
Only at a clinic like this would a kid wearing a Yankees T-shirt muster up the nerve to walk up to Brandt, who donned a San Francisco Giants jersey in honor of one of five big league clubs he played for in the 1960s and 1970s. "Marker. Marker," Brandt said with a smile as he looked around the throng of kids for a pen. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Proud parents off to see Maui's Shane Victorino in World Series Oct 29, 2009
Victorino, left, and his teammates celebrated after his game-winning home run against the San Francisco Giants in 2007. ADVERTISER LIBRARY PHOTO | June 3, 2007. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Braun puts name on Wisconsin eatery Oct 27, 2009
He got a first-hand look at the progress of the restaurant on Sept. 6, the same day Braun and his teammates executed their now-famous celebration of Prince Fielder's 12th-inning home run that beat the San Francisco Giants. "He's a very impressive young man," said Sweeney, who was well-aware that Braun signed a contract with the Brewers that keeps him in Milwaukee through 2015. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Astros announce Spring Training games Oct 24, 2009
The Astros open the 2010 regular season at home on Monday, April 5, at 6:05 p.m. against the San Francisco Giants. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Qcue lands $1M from Texas ETF Oct 23, 2009
This major league baseball season, Qcue tested its pricing system for the San Francisco Giants and produced a 25 percent increase in ticket sales, company officials have said. The ATI is a nonprofit division of UT that was founded in 1989. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Local briefs: Sunbirds shock No. 11 Biola in OT Oct 21, 2009
Kevin Mitchell and Mike LaCoss, both on the 1989 San Francisco Giants National League championship club, will be signing autographs from 6-7 p.m. Thursday at The Press Boxx, 3535 W. Walnut Ave. in Visalia. LaCoss in an ex-Mt. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
LA extends Colletti's contract Oct 21, 2009
The Official Site of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Dodgers extend Colletti to long-term deal. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Top Giants Starting Pitcher Prospects Oct 18, 2009
By Contributing EditorDate: Sep 20, 2008 In Part VI of our series ranking the top prospects of the San Francisco Giants, Richard examines the organization's top starting pitchers and divulges the top ten prospects in the organization overall. Please or to read the rest of this story. (San Francisco, TheInsiders.com)
California Still Remembers Deadly Quake 20 Years Later Oct 17, 2009
Millions were tuned in on television to watch Game 3 of the "Bay Bridge World Series" between the San Francisco Giants and the Oakland Athletics when the shaking began. The broadcast went dark, with the vast audience riveted to their TVs, and then sportscaster Al Michaels' audio returned with reports that a strong earthquake had struck. (Fox News)
Padres waive Barrett, claim Denker Oct 17, 2009
Additionally, the club has claimed second baseman Travis Denker off waivers from the San Francisco Giants. hit. (San Francisco, TheInsiders.com)
Handing Out The Hardware Oct 17, 2009
Although either pitcher cannot match the win total belonging to Webb, Tim Lincecum of the San Francisco Giants and Santana of the New York Mets are more deserving of the award, in 08. Again, this proves why wins/loss record is a misleading, ineffective method for judging a pitchers overall effectiveness. (Boston, TheInsiders.com)
NL West Preview and Predictions Oct 17, 2009
San Francisco Giants. Everyone wants to talk about how great the Giants' pitching staff is. (San Francisco, TheInsiders.com)
Bulldogs in Baseball Oct 17, 2009
Brandon Medders, P, San Francisco Giants, 5-1, 1 SV, 3. 01 ERA, 58 K. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
2009 San Francisco Giants Preview Oct 17, 2009
The San Francisco Giants are generally thought of as the most improved team in the NL West this year. But with an overrated pitching staff, shaky infield defense, and anemic offense that wasn't addressed this winter, it figures to be a fifth-consecutive losing season for Brian Sabean's boys. (San Francisco, TheInsiders.com)
Phils acquire Giants Taschner Oct 17, 2009
In a couple of whirlwind moves, the Phillies sent catcher to the San Francisco Giants for lefty. Paulino then wound up with the Florida Marlins when the Giants shipped him there for pitcher Hector Correa. (San Francisco, TheInsiders.com)
Top Giants Middle Infield Prospects Oct 17, 2009
By Contributing EditorDate: Sep 12, 2008 In Part III of our series on the top San Francisco Giants Prospects, we examine the organization's top middle infielders. Many of these prospects have played for the big league club this year, as both second base and shortstop are areas of dire need for this franchise. (San Francisco, TheInsiders.com)
Top Giants Outfield Prospects Oct 17, 2009
By Contributing EditorDate: Sep 15, 2008 In Part IV of our series on the top prospects of the San Francisco Giants, Richard examines the organization's top outfielders. Brian Sabean hopes to find a youngster who can match the apparent success of left fielder Fred Lewis. (San Francisco, TheInsiders.com)
Baseball's World Series Oct 16, 2009
onthisdayin 1962 - Yankees (20th championship) beat San Francisco Giants 4 games to 3 in World Series. twitter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Clark left Braves, Hudson hopes to stay Oct 16, 2009
Joe Martinez, San Francisco Giants; 2. Donald Veal, Pittsburgh Pirates; 3. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
* Sports Briefs Oct 16, 2009
Kikuchi will hold talks with the Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, Texas Rangers and the San Francisco Giants on Monday, Nikkan Sports newspaper reported. The New York Yankees, New York Mets and Seattle Mariners are to meet with him on Tuesday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Major league teams wooing Japanese pitcher Kikuchi Oct 16, 2009
Kikuchi will hold talks with the Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, Texas Rangers and the San Francisco Giants on Monday, the Nikkan Sports newspaper reported Thursday. The New York Yankees, New York Mets and Seattle Mariners are scheduled to meet with him the following day. (Concord Monitor)
More of this story Oct 15, 2009
The 1989 NLCS featured the San Francisco Giants and Chicago Cubs. San Fran won the first game and Chicago the second. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Nats tap Red Sox exec for int'l. dept. Oct 15, 2009
He moved on to the San Francisco Giants as the assistant international director in 1998. During his tenure with the Red Sox, he was instrumental in the team's signing of All-Star shortstop Hanley Ramirez. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
GM Sabean, manager Bochy staying with Giants Oct 14, 2009
General manager Brian Sabean, manager Bruce Bochy staying with San Francisco Giants - ESPN ... "The Giants had a winning season and then some. We are not complacent about that. We have more work to do because we want to get the San Francisco Giants to be a franchise that's a contender year in and year out.". (ESPN -- Baseball)
Bochy, Sabean Extended By Giants Oct 14, 2009
(Sports Network) - The San Francisco Giants announced on Tuesday that manager Bruce Bochy and general manager Brian Sabean will remain with the club after reaching two-year contract extensions with club options for the 2012 season. Financial terms of the deals were not announced. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Comeback Win Gives Black 2-0 Advantage in FWS Oct 14, 2009
On Thursday, Aaron Senne was drafted by the Minnesota Twins in the 32nd round with the 972nd overall pick, Ryan Lollis was taken by the San Francisco Giants in round 37 with the 1,107th pick and Greg Folgia went to the Cleveland Indians in the 40th round with pick number 1,205. . (Mutigers.com)
Diamondbacks TV ratings plummet Oct 14, 2009
San Francisco Giants 39. Atlanta Braves 35. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
TEAM REPORT: Inside the Giants Oct 14, 2009
San Francisco Giants Team Report - USATODAY.com ... San Francisco Giants Team Report. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sabean, Bochy Receive Extensions Oct 14, 2009
Washington - Manager Bruce Bochy and general manager Brian Sabean are staying with the San Francisco Giants. Bochy and Sabean each received two-year contract extensions with a club option after meeting with managing general partner Bill Neukom on Tuesday. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Phils expect 'epic series' vs. Dodgers Oct 13, 2009
They only struggled more against the San Francisco Giants, against whom they hit. 195. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
First Freeway World Series a possibility Oct 13, 2009
Kershaw was born one year before the Bay Bridge Series of 1989, and he grew up hearing about what that event was like -- though those who lived through it remember the horror more than the Oakland A's sweep of the San Francisco Giants ... San Francisco Giants. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Giants' great Jansen dies Oct 13, 2009
He spent 11 years (1961-71) as the San Francisco Giants' pitching coach and helped develop Hall of Famers Juan Marichal and Gaylord Perry, along with Mike McCormick and Jack Sanford. He is survived by his wife, Eileen, and 10 children, 23 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Former big league pitcher Larry Jansen dies Oct 13, 2009
The San Francisco Giants said Jansen died at his home in Oregon on Saturday. Jansen spent nine years in the major leagues, making his biggest mark with the Giants during their pennant-winning season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Postponements a postseason reality Oct 12, 2009
And in 1962, there were as many rainouts -- four -- as Yankees victories, as New York beat the San Francisco Giants when Willie McCovey's screaming liner with runners on second and third went directly into second baseman Bobby Richardson's glove for the final out. Division Series. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
2009 regular season had its share of curtain calls Oct 12, 2009
The San Francisco Giants left-handed pitcher had been getting knocked out of games early. His teammate, , one of the most dominating lefties of all time, had advice. (USA Today -- Sports)
Phillies fall behind, rally and then disappoint Oct 10, 2009
Only the 2002 San Francisco Giants and the 2004 Houston Astros lost a tie-breaking Game 3 in a divisional series and still advanced. Thus, a victory in Game 2 would've left the Phillies -- and their starting rotation -- in far better shape. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Only thing missing was Lackey's finishing touch Oct 9, 2009
Lackey had been 0-3 in his previous six postseason starts, his last victory coming in Game 7 of the 2002 World Series against the San Francisco Giants. Three of those starts and two of the losses had come against Boston. (Boston Globe)
Rockies receive rare gift from Torrealba Oct 9, 2009
421 for his career in nine NLDS games, including a 2003 stint with the San Francisco Giants. On Thursday, though, he wasn't exactly trying to take Hamels deep with two outs and Helton, who singled to start the inning, on base. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Hunter’s aim was true Oct 9, 2009
Lackey was first presented to the American public seven years ago when circumstances dictated that he get the ball for a Game 7 World Series start against the San Francisco Giants. He pitched without fear, and that set him off on what has been a solid B-student career in which he has had at least 10 wins in each of the last seven seasons. (Boston Globe)
Tigers-Twins tiebreaker draws big ratings Oct 8, 2009
Of the six tiebreakers that have been played in the Wild Card era, only the 1998 game between the Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants delivered a larger network audience. The game between the Twins and Tigers on TBS ranked as the most-watched telecast of the day in all of cable television in households, viewers and key demographics, including men ages 18-34, 18-49, 24-43 and adults 18-49 and 25-54. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
TBS Scores 2009's Most-Watched MLB Regular-Season Telecast With Tiebreaker Thriller Oct 8, 2009
Of the six one-game postseason play-in games that have taken place during the Wildcard era, only the 1998 contest between the Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants delivered a larger network audience than last night's broadcast on TBS, according to officials at the network and MLB.. Measured against last year's play-in contest, yesterday's contest game also notched a host of demo wins: up 49% to 1. (Multichannel News)
