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Crisp sparks A’s win over Twins

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13 years ago

September 19, 2013

Oakland, CA – Bottom of the eighth, the game was tied 6-6. It was a back and fourth match-up all night. Then the man of the night, who was presented with a prestigious award did his part in making sure the A’s lowered their magic number and got the win.

Coco Crisp hit a two-run shot to left field and secured Oakland’s 8-6 victory over the Minnesota Twins. Crisp was the man of the night after being honored with the Jim “Catfish” Hunter Award.

In memory of the late Hall of Famer, the award honors an A’s player whose play on the field and conduct in the clubhouse best exemplifies the courageous, competitive and inspirational spirit demonstrated by the outfielder who won five World Series during his career in Oakland.

“It caught me by surprise, but I am grateful that everybody feels I’m deserving of this award,” said Crisp. “It’s a pretty amazing feeling coming from your peers. I go out there and try my best, sometimes it works sometimes it doesn’t. I just go out there and try to give 100 percent.”

Tonight was another example of why Coco has been a huge asset to this team. Yesterday he hit his 20th home run of the season, and tonight he recorded his 21st home run. All he needs is one more stolen base to become the 10th player (13th time) in Athletics history with 20 homers and 20 steals in a season. The last player to achieve that was Ruben Sierra in 1993.

As the leadoff hitter, Crisp has homered when batting first, which is the most in the American League. He has not committed an error in 102 games in the outfield and his 295 total chances are second most in the AL among outfielders with no errors.

“Very deserving, since I’ve been here, one of, if not the most respected guy in the clubhouse on a daily basis,” said Oakland’s manager Bob Melvin. “So, he could’ve won it last year, the year before that probably and very deserving this year. He was the guy for it this year.”

The win tonight brought down the A’s magic number to four. Oakland’s offense did not disappoint with the long ball tonight. Two home runs from both Alberto Callaspo and Jed Lowrie in the sixth gave the A’s a 6-3 lead but that didn’t stop the Twins from tying the game a fourth time.

The bullpen failed to support starter, Kevin Correia. Four Minnesota relievers combined to yield six runs in three innings, which included Anthony Swarzak who gave up two runs off two hits and didn’t record one out. Correia lasted five frames and exited after throwing 101 pitches.

“They came up with big hits, they kept getting the lead and we kept coming back,” Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said. “And not only did they jump us, they hit them in the seats. If we could keep them in the ballpark, we might’ve had a better opportunity to win.”

Lowrie’s three-run homer in the sixth untied the game but Minnesota came back to tie it 6-6 after Oswaldo Arcia hit a solo home run in the seventh. And two more runs followed in the eighth with a force out and a RBI single from Brian Dozier.

But no worries, Coco’s bottom of the inning homer put Oakland back on track after losing two of the three games in the previous series against the Los Angeles Angels. It’ll be a matter of time before the A’s clinch and return to the postseason. In the meantime, they will continue to focus on each game.

“I’ve hit for respectable power in the past,” said Crisp. “I’m just having one of those years. I don’t know if it’ll ever happen again, but I’m grateful. Hopefully, it will but it is what it is right now, and I’m grateful to be able to do it in a helpful fashion as well.”

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New Protections for Ticket Buyers: Gov. Newsom Signs Assemblymember Isaac Bryan’s Bill

OAKLAND POST — Assembly Bill 1349 expands state regulation of original ticket sellers, resellers and online resale marketplaces. The law targets deceptive sales practices, ticket-buying software and speculative listings — tickets advertised for sale by sellers who do not possess them or have authorization to sell them.

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Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights). File photo.

By California Black Media Staff

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation on Sept. 27 authored by Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights) that strengthens consumer protections for Californians purchasing tickets to concerts, sporting events and other live entertainment.

Assembly Bill 1349 expands state regulation of original ticket sellers, resellers and online resale marketplaces. The law targets deceptive sales practices, ticket-buying software and speculative listings — tickets advertised for sale by sellers who do not possess them or have authorization to sell them.

“Buying a ticket shouldn’t come with hidden risks or unfair practices,” Newsom wrote on social media after signing the measure.

Under AB 1349, ticket sellers are prohibited from listing tickets before they have been officially released unless they have authorization or a legally enforceable right to receive them. Online marketplaces must also take reasonable steps to prevent speculative ticket sales on their platforms.

The law prohibits sellers from using bots, multiple accounts, email addresses or internet protocol addresses to circumvent ticket limits, presale restrictions, electronic queues and other controls. It also bans websites and advertisements designed to mislead buyers into believing they are purchasing tickets from an authorized seller, venue or event organizer.

Sellers who violate certain provisions and fail to provide a promised ticket may be held liable for twice the ticket’s contracted price. Buyers may also recover nonrefundable expenses incurred while attempting to attend an event, along with reasonable attorney’s fees and court costs.

Pastor Tecoy Porter Sr., president of the National Action Network’s Sacramento chapter, said the law establishes needed accountability.

“Buying a ticket to a concert or show shouldn’t mean entering a marketplace where the rules are stacked against you. This year, we worked with a coalition of consumers, civil rights advocates, community groups, and businesses to make AB 1349 stronger. Consumers deserve enforceable rules that protect them. We thank Assemblymember Bryan for his leadership, and we will keep working to make ticketing fair for every Californian.”

Jose L. Barrera, national vice president for the Far West Region of the League of United Latin American Citizens, also praised the measure.

“Californian families deserve certain protections when they buy tickets. Assemblymember Bryan listened to communities across California and delivered a bill that puts fans first. We thank him and Governor Newsom for making it law.”

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Zakiya Jendayi Arrested, Locked Out of Home by Sheriff’s Deputies

OALAND POST — On Tuesday, deputies followed Jendayi as she left her residence of 13 years to file documents in her case at the Appellate Court. Deputies arrested her upon arrival and transported her to Santa Rita Jail.

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By Tanya Dennis

Yesterday, more than 10 Alameda County Sheriff’s deputies arrived to take possession of Zakiya Jendayi’s home on behalf of a court-appointed administrator. Jendayi was arrested at the courthouse and transported to Santa Rita Jail around the same time.

Jendayi, who has been embroiled in a probate court battle to retain the inheritance bestowed on her by a longtime friend and colleague who passed away in 2013, had received a notice of eviction last month.

With help from neighbors, friends and clergy, she was able to fend off the eviction from 3614 Randolph Ave. in Oakland and even obtained a reprieve when her bid to file bankruptcy was approved by a county court.

But Philip Campbell, the court-appointed administrator, had already placed Jendayi’s home in his name in October 2025.

On Tuesday, deputies followed Jendayi when she left her residence of 13 years to go to the Appellate Court to file documents in her case. Deputies arrested her upon arrival and transported her to Santa Rita jail.

Undersheriff April Luckett-Fahini said Jendayi was arrested for “safety reasons.” At this time, it is unknown what charges were used for the arrest.

In Jendayi’s absence, Campbell came to her residence accompanied by deputies, had the property taped off with yellow crime tape, and had the locks changed.

Afterward, Campbell requested a police escort to his car amid several angry neighbors who had been advocating that officials pause the eviction pending Jendayi’s appeal.

“Zakiya Jendayi is a respected Black elder in our community,” said Alameda County Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas, who has been working with Jendayi to prevent her eviction. “It’s outrageous that she was arrested. There needs to be more justice and equity in our probate system.”

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Ask California: Golden State Releases New AI Chatbot

Gov. Gavin Newsom introduced the prototype as part of the state’s broader effort to use artificial intelligence to make government services easier to access. The launch follows his March 2026 executive order directing state agencies to responsibly implement generative AI while protecting privacy, security and civil liberties.

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By Bo Tefu, California Black Media

California has launched AskCA, a new artificial intelligence-powered chatbot designed to help residents find and navigate state and local government services through a single online platform.

Developed by the state’s Office of Data and Innovation, AskCA is designed around major life events rather than individual government agencies. Californians can use the tool to find information about finding a job, starting a business, accessing family services and recovering from disasters.

“When a Californian needs help, they shouldn’t have to become an expert in government to find it,” said Newsom. “We’re using the best technology California has to offer to make the government more efficient, effective, and more engaged.”

The state is now seeking Californians age 18 and older to participate in the pilot and help test and refine AskCA’s responses. Officials said subject matter experts across state governments are helping inform the chatbot’s answers, which are designed to draw from verified government sources and provide actionable information.

The prototype grew out of California’s response to the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. Early testing included more than 140 fire recovery leaders and Altadena wildfire survivors, a dozen job seekers and more than 100 general users.

Jeffery Marino, director of the Office of Data and Innovation, said the tool is intended to remove the need for residents to understand how government agencies are organized before they can get help.

“Californians should not have to understand how the government is organized just to get basic help,” Marino said.

AskCA’s technology will also be used in a new job-skills matching feature that the California Department of Human Resources plans to launch Sept. 30 on CalCareers. Job seekers will be able to upload a resume and receive potential matches to state job classifications.

The state said the CalCareers pilot will not store personal information or require users to have a CalCareers account. California plans to continue testing AskCA as officials evaluate its accuracy, performance and usefulness before expanding the system.