1. Oakland Athletics (73-44)One of these weeks, Oakland might fall from the top spot. Just not this one. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
The A's drew 11 walks in a single game to beat the Twins 9-4.
2. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (68-49)C.J. Wilson hasn't allowed fewer than four runs in any of his past six starts. (Photo by Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images)
Tyler Skaggs will now undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery, later this week.
3. Baltimore Orioles (67-50)Few would have guessed the O's could be in first place without Chris Davis hitting better than he has. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Manny Machado left the game against the Yankees clutching his right knee.
4. Milwaukee Brewers (65-53)Rickie Weeks is going to be an interesting free-agent case. (Photo by Mike McGinnis/Getty Images)
Matt Garza is on the disabled list and will remain there until he is pain free.
5. Los Angeles Dodgers (67-52)If nothing else, Roberto Hernandez gives the Dodgers another experienced starting pitcher. (Photo by Tom Lynn/Getty Images)
Dodgers acquired former All-Star right-hander Kevin Correia from the Minnesota Twins
6. Washington Nationals (63-53)Matt Thornton gives the Nationals another capable left-handed reliever. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)
Nationals right fielder Steven Souza Jr. injured his shoulder after crashing into the wall.
7. Kansas City Royals (63-53)There aren't many bullpens better than the Royals. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
Royals acquired outfielder Josh Willingham from the Twins.
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9. San Francisco Giants (62-56)The Giants continue to search for a second-base solution. (Photo by Marc Serota/Getty Images)
Giants placed first baseman Brandon Belt on the seven-day concussion disabled list.
10. Toronto Blue Jays (63-56)Expect Melky Cabrera to be a sough-after free agent this winter. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)
Melky Cabrera reached base eight times in the 19-inning victory over the Tigers on Sunday.
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12. St. Louis Cardinals (62-54)Oscar Taveras is beginning to look the part of a promising young hitter. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)
John Lackey gave up 13 hits and 9 runs over five innings in a loss to the Orioles.
13. Seattle Mariners (62-55)Kendrys Morales hasn't paid off for the Mariners yet. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)
Willie Bloomquist underwent season-ending microfracture surgery on his right knee.
14. Pittsburgh Pirates (62-55)Ernesto Frieri's stay in Pittsburgh didn't last long. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
Pirates placed Andrew McCutchen on the 15-day DL with a rib fracture.
15. Cincinnati Reds (60-58)Just when it looked like the Reds were fading, they've turned it back on lately. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
Johnny Cueto has been named the National League Player of the Week.
16. Atlanta Braves (60-57)The bad times continue for the Braves. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)
Justin Upton reached two milestones this week notching his 1,000th career hit and his 500th career RBI.
17. Tampa Bay Rays (57-60)Drew Smyly with a solid debut for the Rays.(Photo by Jason O. Watson/Getty Images)
Over the weekend the Rays struck out 15 batters and allowed zero walks in the 4-0 win over the Cubs.
18. Miami Marlins (57-60)Jacob Turner just never lived up to his promise in Miami. (Photo by Rob Foldy/Getty Images)
Marlins designated Jacob Turner for assignment and recalling Brian Flynn.
19. Cleveland Indians (59-59)The Yan Gomes extension looks very good at this point. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
Indians placed David Murphy and Nick Swisher on the 15-day DL.
20. New York Mets (56-62)Here's hoping Jacob deGrom's shoulder is okay. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Jenrry Mejia said he will need to have hernia surgery after the season.
21. San Diego Padres (54-62)A.J. Preller brings strong player evaluation chops to the Pads as their new GM.. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)
Padres announced that they will induct Trevor Hoffman into the club's Hall of Fame on Aug. 30.
22. Chicago White Sox (56-63)Jake Petricka has been one of the few bright spots in the White Sox pen. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)
Adam Eaton was placed on the disabled list Saturday with a strained right oblique.
23. Philadelphia Phillies (53-65)No shocker that Cole Hamels wasn't dealt. It might be an offseason possibility, however. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
Phillies traded pitcher Roberto Hernandez to the Dodgers for two players to be named or cash.
24. Boston Red Sox (52-65)Christian Vazquez is already among the best defensive backstops in the league. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)
With two on and one out in the eighth inning, Yoenis Cespedes hit a three-run home run over the Angels, which led to a 3-1 win.
25. Minnesota Twins (52-64)Despite the rough debut, Trevor May is finally in the majors. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Twins traded right-hander Kevin Correia to the Dodgers for a player to be named or cash.
26. Arizona Diamondbacks (51-67)Another month, another beanball war for the D'backs. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
The D-backs clinched a series win against the Rockies with a 14-4 win on Saturday.
27. Houston Astros (49-69)Josh Fields has pitched well since his recall. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
The Astros are expecting outfielder Dexter Fowler to rejoin the lineup later this week.
28. Chicago Cubs (50-66)Javier Baez has been mostly frustrating to watch thus far. (Photo by Brian Kersey/Getty Images)
The Cubs acquired right-hander Jacob Turner from the Marlins for two Minor League pitchers.
29. Colorado Rockies (46-71)It feels like just yesterday the Rockies were in first place. Now they''re in the race of the first pick. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Rockies placed outfielder Carlos Gonzalez on the 15-day disabled list.
30. Texas Rangers (46-71)Texas won consecutive games this week for the first time since June. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Alex Rios returned to the lineup over the weekend against the Houston Astros.
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THIS IS SACRAMENTO unveiled Art Exhibit at the AirportThis is Sacramento unveiled its art exhibit at the Sacramento International Airport Terminal B. on March 11th. This is Sacramento is a collaborative effort between the Sacramento Asian, Black, Hispanic, and Rainbow Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with SMUD and Wells Fargo to celebrate Sacramento’s most important asset, our diversity. The campaign will brand Sacramento’s unique place as one of the most culturally integrated cities in the world through the creation of art. The group partnered with local artists to create the installation.
Sacramento Hispanic Chamber Salud Business Awards LuncheonOn March 6th, the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held the annual Business Awards Luncheon at Center Twenty-Three Hundred with Keynote Speaker, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg and special remarks by Phil Serna, Sacramento County Supervisor.
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Sophia Garcia, Young Professional of the Year
Better Business Bureau of Northeast California, Community Impact
Kulture, Small Business
Entrepreneur, Robert Rodriguez, Cambria Solutions
RSE, Partner
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Sacramento Asian Chamber of Commerce Awards DinnerSacramento Asian Chamber Awards Dinner
The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce (SACC) celebrated their 27th annual Installation & Awards Dinner in style - Bollywood Style on February 18th at the Hyatt Regency.
President & CEO, Pat Fong Kushida gave a special tribute for Lina Fat and the Fat Family, renaming our Small Business of the Year award to the Fat Family Legacy Award.
The 2020 winners included two Emerging Leaders - Nikky Mohanna, Mohanna Development and Venita Sivamani, LearnSkin; Fat Family Legacy – Insera Therapeutics; Corporate Steward – California State University, Sacramento and Honoree – Lokesh Sikaria, Moneta Ventures.
The evening brought together over 600 of our regions elected officials, community leaders and small business owners.
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Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce Dinner and Business AwardsThe Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce 125th Annual Dinner and Business Awards was on January 3, 2020 at the Hyatt Regency.
Awardees:
Centennial Business Hall of Fame: The Salvation Army
Small Business of the Year: Honey
Peter McCuen Award for Civic Entrepreneurs: Bill Mueller, Valley Vision
Metro Edge Young Professional of the Year: Verna Sulpizio Hull, Visit Sacramento
Al Geiger Memorial Award: Debra Oto-Ken, Health Education Council
Businessman of the Year: James Beckwith, Five Star Bank
Businesswomen of the Year; Patricia ‘Trish’ Rodriguez, Kaiser Permanente
Sacramentan of the Year: Kevin M. Nagle, Sacramento Republic FC
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento Hammy AwardsOn January 29th Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Sacramento area held the Annual Hammy Awards and Dinner was held at The Center at 2300.
This annual awards and celebration dinner together Habitat supporters, donors, volunteers, and ReStore partners to celebrate all that was accomplished in the past year and recognize outstanding members of the Habitat support community.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Dinner and AwardsThe Sacramento MLK Committee hosted the 21st annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on Saturday, January 25th at Sacramento State
Keynote Speaker, Ruby Bridges was the first African American student to integrate an elementary school in New Orleans at the age of six. She shared her powerful story from her days attending the all-white school to her work today as a civil rights activist.
Recognition:
Dr. Hazel Mahone, recipient of the 2020 Robert T. Matsui Community Service Award.
The Honorable Paul Seave, former US Attorney for the Eastern District of California, received a special award for being one of the founders of the MLK Celebration event.
Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg also presented Ruby Bridges with a Key to the City.
State of Downtown presented by Sacramento Downtown PartnershipState of Downtown was presented by Sacramento Downtown Partnership on January 21st at the Hyatt Regency with guest speaker, Dr. Drew Pinsky, former host of Dr. Drew Midday Live and the Jvance Stewart Community Service Award presented to Hope Cooperative, a leading provider of mental health and supportive housing services in Sacramento County.
North State Building Industry Association Awards GalaOn January 17th The North State Building Industry Association (BIA) held the Installation of Officers and Awards “Remembering the 1990’s as this year theme for the evening of celebration and recognition at the Hyatt Regency, downtown Sacramento.
2019 Award Honorees
Chair's Award - Marcus Lo Duca, Law Office of Marcus J. Lo Duca, P.C.
President's Award - Rachel Bardis, Bardis Homes
Meritorious Award - Val Baldo, Placer Title Company
Friend of Housing - Councilmember Paul Joiner, City of Lincoln
The North State BIA (BIA) is the leading advocate for the homebuilding industry in the greater Sacramento region. Representing over 550 members, including 50,000 industry jobs, the BIA is committed to preserving and furthering the economic interests of its members, while also working to enhance the industry's standing as a significant contributor to the regional economy. Additionally, the BIA also serves as the umbrella organization for HomeAid Sacramento and the North State Building Industry Foundation.