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Hall of Fame Baseball Great Claudell Washington, 65

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6 years ago

June 11, 2020

Claudell Washington, a two-time Major League Baseball All-Star and World Series champion died Wednesday at the age of 65, losing a three year battle with prostate cancer.

Childhood friend George Washington reminisced about Washington’s beginnings on the Doggie Diner Little League baseball team that played at San Pablo Park.

“At age 8, Claudell would hit the ball out of the park on a regular basis, and in high school, anybody that knew Claudell knew he was a better basketball player than he was a baseball player. He was an all-around athlete at the Olympic level,” Washington said.

Claudell was drafted by the Oakland Athletics as a teenager and debuted at age 19 in the 1974.

Washington remembers that game as if yesterday. “His first game he was up against Gaylord Perry, a highly respected pitcher for the Cleveland Indians. That night Perry was expected to break a record, which Claudell prevented by hitting a first baseline hit which led to a win for the Oakland A’s and broke Perry’s winning streak.”

Claudell Washington played in the major league for 19 years and could have played longer but wanted to return home to be with his family, regretting not being with his children more.

Washington played with Oakland A’s when they won their second consecutive World Series title. The next year he batted .308/.345.342 with 10 homers, seven triples and 77 RBI, finishing 14th in the MVP voting as a 20-year-old and earning his first All-Star game selection.

Washington was traded to the Texas Rangers after the 1976 season and played for the Chicago White Sox and New York Mets before joining the Atlanta Braves in 1981.

Washington stayed with the Braves for five seasons before being traded to the New York Yankees during the 1986 season, and finished out the remaining years with the Yankees tying up a career high with a .308 batting averaging in 1988 before joining the California Angels.

Washington’s career statistics included 1,884 career hits, hitting 278 and 164 homeruns and 824 RBI with 312 stolen bases.

Reflecting on his good friend, George Washington said, “As famous and successful as Claudell was, his greatest gift was his sense of humor and his big smile. He lit up a room!”

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Seth Curry Makes Impressive Debut with the Golden State Warriors

Seth looked comfortable in his new uniform, seamlessly fitting into the Warriors’ offensive and defensive system. He finished the night with an impressive 14 points, becoming one of the team’s top scorers for the game. Seth’s points came in a variety of ways – floaters, spot-up three-pointers, mid-range jumpers, and a handful of aggressive drives that kept the Oklahoma City Thunder defense on its heels.

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1 week ago

December 4, 2025

Oakland Post

Seth Curry is a point guard on the GSW team.Photo courtesy of the Golden State Warriors.

By Y’Anad Burrell

Tuesday night was anything but ordinary for fans in San Francisco as Seth Curry made his highly anticipated debut as a new member of the Golden State Warriors. Seth didn’t disappoint, delivering a performance that not only showcased his scoring ability but also demonstrated his added value to the team.

At 35, the 12-year NBA veteran on Monday signed a contract to play with the Warriors for the rest of the season.

One of the most memorable moments of the evening came before Seth even scored his first points. As he checked into the game, the Chase Center erupted into applause, with fans rising to their feet to give the newest Warrior a standing ovation.

The crowd’s reaction was a testament not only to Seth’s reputation as a sharpshooter but also to the excitement he brings to the Warriors. It was clear that fans quickly embraced Seth as one of their own, eager to see what he could bring to the team’s championship aspirations.

Warriors’ superstar Steph Curry – Seth’s brother – did not play due to an injury. One could only imagine what it would be like if the Curry brothers were on the court together. Magic in the making.

Seth’s debut proved to be a turning point for the Warriors. Not only did he contribute on the scoreboard, but he also brought a sense of confidence and composure to the floor.

While their loss last night, OKC 124 – GSW 112, Seth’s impact was a game-changer and there’s more yet to come. Beyond statistics, it was clear that Seth’s presence elevated the team’s performance, giving the Warriors a new force as they look to make a deep playoff run.