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Barry Zito gets win, ends tenure with Giants

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11 years ago

September 25, 2013

San Francisco, CA – After seven years with the Giants, Barry Zito’s time has come to an end. Manager Bruce Bochy surprised the pitcher with one last start and in his final curtain call; he earned the decision with the 6-4 victory over the Dodgers snapping an eight game losing streak.

< p>It’s been a rocky road for Zito who recorded his first win since May 30th at last night’s game against the Dodgers. He made his first start since September 2nd in San Diego. The southpaw has been pulled twice from the starting rotation this season. Coming out of the bullpen as a relief pitcher, Barry never gave up hope that he’d get one more start.

“It was very unexpected to come in yesterday and be asked if I could go tomorrow,” he said. “I said definitely, I’m always ready. So to get this win against the Dodgers and do it at home, come out and see the fans one last time was special.”

The Giants have decided to not pick up the $18 million option on his seven-year, $126 million deal, instead will pay a $7 million buyout.

Manger Bruce Bochy felt he deserved the start despite his struggles on the mound. And to the surprise of many, Zito pitched a good game.

Barry’s outing lasted five frames, yielding four hits, allowing two runs (one earned) and one strikeout. There was no final bow in front of the fans because he was removed after being hit by Nick Punto’s line drive that struck him on his left thigh to open the fifth inning.

“I let Bochy know this is my game,” said Zito. ‘He said, ‘All right,’ and walked away. I went to get my bat and he had a second thought, so I was frustrated. But I understand.”

“There’s no better competitor,” Bochy said. “He wanted to stay out there and do all he could to help us win the game.”

It’s no secret; Barry’s had his fair share of problems in San Francisco. Except for the 2012 season where he helped the team win a World Series. Zito finished with losing records in each season with the Giants. Back in 2010, he was omitted from the postseason roster after he went 0-9.

“I still remember where I was when the contract was finalized [and] I knew it was going to be a heck of a ride on the field and off,” said Barry.

And it has been just that. In the past two years, he’s gotten married, and restored his faith as a Christian, while also dealing with the lost of both of his parents. But he still values his time in San Francisco as something he will always remember.

“The World Series in 2012 was such a great experience, I’m so glad I got to experience that and be apart of it and help bring it home for San Francisco,” he added.

“He’s a class act. Barry has never stopped working hard no matter what roll he’s in,” Bochy said. “He did his job tonight and I’m proud of him.”

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The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

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DA Pamela Price Stands by Mom Who Lost Son to Gun Violence in Oakland

Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018.

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Publisher’s note: Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018. The photo was too small for readers to see where the women were and what they were doing. Here we show Price and Jones as they complete a walk in memory of Scott. For more information and to contribute, please contact Carol Jones at 510-978-5517 at morefoundation.help@gmail.com. Courtesy photo.

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Vallejo Welcomes Interim City Manager Beverli Marshall

At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10. Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

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Beverli Marshall began her first day with the City on April 10. ICMA image.

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At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10.

Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

Current City Manager Michael Malone, whose official departure is slated for April 18, expressed his well wishes. “I wish the City of Vallejo and Interim City Manager Marshall all the best in moving forward on the progress we’ve made to improve service to residents.” Malone expressed his hope that the staff and Council will work closely with ICM Marshall to “ensure success and prosperity for the City.”

According to the Vallejo Sun, Malone stepped into the role of interim city manager in 2021 and became permanent in 2022. Previously, Malone served as the city’s water director and decided to retire from city service e at the end of his contract which is April 18.

“I hope the excellent work of City staff will continue for years to come in Vallejo,” he said. “However, recent developments have led me to this decision to announce my retirement.”

When Malone was appointed, Vallejo was awash in scandals involving the housing division and the police department. A third of the city’s jobs went unfilled during most of his tenure, making for a rocky road for getting things done, the Vallejo Sun reported.

At last night’s council meeting, McConnell explained the selection process, highlighting the council’s confidence in achieving positive outcomes through a collaborative effort, and said this afternoon, “The Council is confident that by working closely together, positive results will be obtained.”

While the search for a permanent city manager is ongoing, an announcement is expected in the coming months.

On behalf of the City Council, Mayor McConnell extended gratitude to the staff, citizen groups, and recruitment firm.

“The Council wishes to thank the staff, the citizens’ group, and the recruitment firm for their diligent work and careful consideration for the selection of what is possibly the most important decision a Council can make on behalf of the betterment of our City,” McConnell said.

The Vallejo Sun contributed to this report.