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June 2, 2025
High School softball: PCAL all-league teams
Pacific Coast Athletic League all-league softball teams
Gabilan Division
Most Valuable Player: Ella Myers, Monterey
Pitcher of the Year: Abi Jones, Salinas
Player of the Year: Dani Amendola, Alvarez
First team
Ella Myers, Monterey
Abi Jones, Salinas
Dani Amendola, Alvarez
DeNae Lee, Monterey
Maddie Rodriguez, Hollister
Gigi Rossi, Salinas
Iliana Perez, North Salinas
Kelsie Domenighini, Salinas
Ryanna Elliott, Monterey
Grace Peffley, Hollister
Anaiyah Brown, Monterey
Analysia Rocha, Palma
Jaslyne Coronado, Salinas
Second team
Eliana Hatchett, Hollister
Sophia Cardinale, Palma
Michelle Wallace, Alvarez
Avery Chavez, Hollister
Jillian Lerma, Watsonville
Lizbeth Ramirez, Alvarez
Mia Espinoza, Watsonville
Gabriela Perez, North Salinas
Eastin Jennings, Monterey
Sophia Galindo, Hollister
Ava Thompson, Salinas
Sam Merillana, Salinas
Aleah Ruiz, Hollister
Richard Chamberlin All-Sportsmanship Team
Alexia Meza, Alvarez
Abby Butler, Hollister
Taylor Page, Monterey
Roxy Vargas, North Salinas
Ashlyn Urmanita, Palma
Ashley Norman, Salinas
Layla Romero, Watsonville
Elgie Bellizio Sportsmanship Team: Salinas.
Mission Division
Offensive Player of the Year: Kayla Fullalove-Silveira, Monte Vista
Defensive Player of the Year: Jasmine Estrada, Alisal
Pitcher of the Year: Alex Giammanco, Pacific Grove
First team
Jasmine Estrada, Alisal
Micah Smith, Alisal
Nevaeh Lopez, Alisal
Nicole Tapson, Carmel
Ava Mangiapane, Carmel
Lily Beals, Carmel
Avery Munoz, King City
Kayla Fullalove-Silveira, Monte Vista
Alex Giammanco, Pacific Grove
Ella Lee, Pacific Grove
Savannah Hardy, Pacific Grove
Sabrina Hardin, Stevenson
Delylah Magdaleno, Rancho San Juan
Second team
Aaliyah Ruiz, Alisal
Chloe LeMaster, Carmel
Alizah Carrillo, King City
Amity Hearne, King City
Samantha Bertoldi, Monte Vista
Julia Oliva, North County
Isis Turner, Pacific Grove
Lilly Gaona, Pacific Grove
Maria Hall, Stevenson
Nadia Patel, Rancho San Juan
Alyssa Castillo, Rancho San Juan
Kassandra Hernandez, Soledad
Sophia Gonzalez, Soledad
Richard Chamberlin All-Sportsmanship Team
Carmelina Esquivias, Alisal
Kristen Mastin, Carmel
Jocelyn Romero, King City
Sophia Cortes, Monte Vista
Samantha Scharton, North County
Savannah Hardy, Pacific Grove
Ashley Dalhamer, Stevenson
Bella Garcia, Rancho San Juan
Jaylynn Garcia, Soledad
Elgie Bellizio Sportsmanship Teams: Pacific Grove, King City, Stevenson.
Cypress Division
Most Valuable Player: Mariana Camarena, Gonzales
Pitcher of the Year: Chloe Zavala, Greenfield
Defensive Player of the Year: Hemeria Dela Torre, Pajaro Valley
First team
Chloe Zavala, Greenfield
Nathalie Soto, Greenfield
Brizea Rojas, Greenfield
Yara Hernandez, Greenfield
Mariana Camarena, Gonzales
Alizah Garcia, Gonzales
Cherish Yebra, Gonzales
Jayla Navarro, Marina
Jazleehn Rodriguez, Marina
Bailey Hostetter, Marina
Hemeria Delatorre, Pajaro Valley
Maryjane Le, Seaside
Shelbie Freeman, Anzar
Second team
Ashley Zavala, Greenfield
Krystal Nuñez, Greenfield
Karina Garcia, Greenfield
Aniah Helm, Greenfield
Karisma Cabada, Gonzales
Ailette Reyes, Gonzales
Isabel Quenga, Marina
Maya Gallo, Marina
Elena Barron, Pajaro Valley
Cameron Valencia, Seaside
Kaylee Grossen, Anzar
Anaiya Barreto, Marina
Isabella Figueroa, Greenfield
Richard Chamberlin All-Sportsmanship Team
Sophia Villanueva, Seaside
Zoe Martinez, Anzar
Karina Garcia, Greenfield
Gemma Navarro, Marina
Katie Hernandez, Pajaro Valley
Karyna Maturino, Gonzales
Piper Butler, Santa Catalina
Elgie Bellizio Sportsmanship Team: Santa Catalina.
SF Giants offensive woes continue in extra-inning loss to Padres
SAN FRANCISCO — When asked about Logan Webb’s performance against the San Diego Padres, catcher Patrick Bailey said it was “the best I’ve ever seen him.” The numbers warrant the praise: eight innings, seven strikeouts, no runs, no walks.
No win.
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“I can tell you right now, there’s been a lot lower points that I’ve gone through in the past couple seasons. This is not a low point,” Webb said. “It’s June 2. We have a lot of baseball to play. I do think there’s a belief in this group, in this team that started the first day of spring training. I’ve been very outspoken about that, how we wanted to do things. This is just part of baseball.”
For all Webb’s optimism, San Francisco haven’t gone through this cold of a stretch offensively in quite some time.
The Giants have mustered only 30 runs over their last 15 games. The last time the team scored 30 (or fewer) runs over a 15-game stretch was from June 23, 2014 to July 8, 2014. It should come as no surprise, then, that San Francisco is 13-for-99 (.131) over its last 15 games with runners in scoring position, including 1-for-12 tonight.
San Francisco Giants’ Jerar Encarnation #59 strikes out swinging against San Diego Padres relief pitcher Jason Adam #40 in the eighth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)The Giants had no problem setting the table against the Padres. They loaded the bases with no outs in the second. They put a runner on second with two outs in the sixth for Jerar Encarnacion, who was activated off the injured list prior to the game. They loaded the bases for Jung Hoo Lee in the seventh. They put runners on second and third with two outs in the eighth.
In every scenario, they failed to score.
The most frustrating of these missed opportunities unfolded during the game’s final inning. San Diego took a 1-0 lead in the top of the 10th on Jose Iglesias’ sacrifice fly, but the Giants had their latest opportunity in the bottom of the frame when Lee advanced to third with one out on Christian Koss’ sacrifice bunt.
Matt Chapman smashed a grounder at hit 109.7 mph to the hot corner, but Iglesias snared the grounder and threw to first for the second out. Encarnacion, following two rough at-bats off the bench, followed up by hitting a 101.1 mph line drive hit right at first baseman Luis Arraez for the game’s final out.
“Really, the last couple innings were probably some of our best at-bats,” Melvin said. “Throughout the course of the game, we smoked some balls in the later innings. We had some opportunities early on and that ended up biting us, but we couldn’t push one across. We had the bases loaded a couple times. We left 12 on base. I thought our at-bats were good and a little unlucky in the last inning when you hit two balls that hard.”
San Francisco Giants’ Wilmer Flores #41 is forced out as San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth #9 completes the double play to first base in the third inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)The lack of run support spoiled arguably Webb’s best outing of the entire, one where he matched his season-high in innings pitched.
After allowing a season-high five earned runs over five innings in his last outing against the Padres, Webb heavily leaned on his sweeper far more than usual.
Webb threw 41 sweepers against San Diego, the most he’s thrown in a single outing since July 22, 2022. The right-hander only generated four whiffs, but the sweeper in conjunction with the sinker and changeup helped him minimize solid contact and quiet the Padres’ offense.
“There was definitely some guys that we like sliders to,” Bailey said. “At the same time with him, it’s kind of what he’s feeling that day, what he’s throwing for strikes. I think that’s the beauty of him. He doesn’t have to have certain pitches, and we can kind of adjust for what he’s got that day.”
Wade day-to-day after being hit
LaMonte Wade Jr. sustained a right-hand contusion after being hit by a 95.1 mph four-seam fastball thrown by the Padres’ Stephen Kolek in the bottom of the second inning. He is day-to-day.
Wade initially stayed in the game after being hit but was replaced by Casey Schmitt the following half inning.
San Francisco Giants’ Willy Adames #2 is forced out at home as San Diego Padres catcher Elias Díaz #17 takes the throw in the second inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb #62 throws against the San Diego Padres in the first inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants’ Wilmer Flores #41 is hit by a pitch thrown by San Diego Padres starting pitcher Stephen Kolek #32 in the third inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Diego Padres starting pitcher Stephen Kolek #32 throws against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants’ Wilmer Flores #41 walks to first base with San Diego Padres catcher Elias Díaz #17 after being hit by a pitch thrown by starting pitcher Stephen Kolek #32 in the third inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants’ Wilmer Flores #41 is forced out as San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth #9 completes the double play to first base in the third inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames #2 makes a throwing error to first base on an infield hit by San Diego Padres’ Jose Iglesias #7 in the fifth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants’ Jung Hoo Lee #51 is safe under the tag of San Diego Padres second baseman Jake Cronenworth #9 after a steal in the sixth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. The play was reviewed. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants’ Heliot Ramos #17 takes ball four from San Diego Padres relief pitcher Adrian Morejon #50 to load the bases in the seventh inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants shortstop Willy Adames #2 makes the throw to first but doesn’t complete the double play as San Diego Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. #23 is forced out at second base in the eighth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants’ Wilmer Flores #41 hits a single off San Diego Padres relief pitcher Jason Adam #40 in the eighth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants’ Christian Koss #50 steals under the tag of San Diego Padres’ second baseman Jake Cronenworth #9 the eighth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants’ first base Casey Schmitt #10 reacts after striking out swinging against San Diego Padres relief pitcher Jason Adam #40 in the eighth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Randy Rodríguez #73 throws against the San Diego Padres in the eighth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Francisco Giants’ Jung Hoo Lee #51 strikes out swinging against San Diego Padres relief pitcher Robert Suarez #75 in the ninth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Diego Padres’ Jake Cronenworth #9 scores past San Francisco Giants catcher Patrick Bailey #14 on a sacrifice fly by teammate Jose Iglesias #7 in the ninth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Diego Padres’ Iglesias #7 hits a sacrifice fly off San Francisco Giants relief pitcher Ryan Walker #74 in the ninth inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Diego Padres’ Jake Cronenworth #9 is congratulated after scoring on a sacrifice fly by teammate Jose Iglesias #7 in the ninth inning of their MLB game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)
San Diego Padres relief pitcher Robert Suarez #75 and teammate Jose Iglesias #7 celebrate their 1-0 extra inning MLB win against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)Show Caption1 of 19San Francisco Giants’ Willy Adames #2 is forced out at home as San Diego Padres catcher Elias Díaz #17 takes the throw in the second inning of their MLB game at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday, June 2, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)Expand
High School baseball: PCAL all-league teams
Pacific Coast Athletic League all-league baseball teams
Gabilan Division
Most Valuable Player: Alan Gonzalez, Palma
Offensive Player of the Year: Matt Maxon, Carmel
Pitcher of the Year: Trent Roach, Hollister
First team
Ty Arnold, Carmel
Sean Carr, Carmel
Matt Maxon, Carmel
Trent Roach, Hollister
Gavin Rodriguez, Hollister
Johnny Carnazzo, Palma
Manny Dorantes, Palma
Alan Gonzalez, Palma
Rocco Razzeca, Palma
Jordan Isla, Salinas
Daniel Valenzuela, Soledad
Javier Fonseca, St. Francis
Nash Horton, St. Francis
Second team
John Beretti, Carmel
Kenny Sanchez, Carmel
Jake Esparza, Hollister
Jordy Quezada, Hollister
Conner Rose, Monterey
Evan Takehara, Monterey
Wyatt Baker, Palma
Gabriel Serrano, Palma
Aiden Veliz, Palma
Rafeal ‘Vidal’ Perez, Soledad
Anikan Tavarez, Soledad
Donovan Dominguez, St. Francis
Nicky Fantl, St. Francis
Sportsmanship team
Alex Hirschfield, Carmel
Anthony Bolin, Hollister
Patrick Adams, Monterey
Damian Ybarra, Palma
JT Lopez, Salinas
Zaryk Alvarado, Soledad
Noah Magana, St. Francis
Elgie Bellizio Sportsmanship team: St. Francis.
Mission Division
Co-Most Valuable Players: Brady Cortez, Monte Vista, Reggie Bell, Stevenson
Pitcher of the Year: Julian Valadez, Alisal.
First team
Julian Valadez, Alisal
Brady Cortez, Monte Vista
Reggie Bell, Stevenson
Carter Wright, Monte Vista
Brody Edmonds, Pacific Grove
Chris Bautista, Monte Vista
Jacob Hall, Stevenson
Phinn Thomas, Stevenson
Jered Kallenberger, North County
Cecil Short, Rancho San Juan
Sebastian Benitez, Alisal
Fabian Gonzalez, Greenfield
Ben Garry, Pacific Grove
Second team
Greg Jimenez, North County
Ivan Chavez, Alvarez
Diego Corona, Alvarez
Tyler Baldwin, North County
Mikey Melenudo, Monte Vista
River Lyon, Pacific Grove
Henry Blaxter, Stevenson
Alexander Loredo, Alisal
Danny Nava, Greenfield
Aiden Munoz, Rancho San Juan
Angel Barajas, Alisal
Brody Nelsen, North County
Tyson Shaw, Monte Vista
Sportsmanship team
Nate Hernandez, Greenfield
Nathaniel Wade, Pacific Grove
Flint Dickson, Stevenson
Dante Darnell, Monte Vista
Adrian Espinoza, Rancho San Juan
G.P. Serrato, Alisal
Roman Garcia, Alvarez
Gavin Carruthers, North County
Elgie Bellizio Sportsmanship team: Rancho San Juan
Cypress Division
Co-Most Valuable Players: Jake Burkhardt, North Salinas, Patrick Miller-Brown, Watsonville
Pitcher of the Year: Josh Degroodt, North Salinas
First team
Josh Degroodt, North Salinas
Jake Burkhardt, North Salinas
David Avina, North Salinas
Preston Hobbs, North Salinas
Zach Sims, North Salinas
Patrick Miller-Brown, Watsonville
Rudy Valdez, Watsonville
Kaden Ortiz, Watsonville
Joey Pina, King City
Mateo Blair, King City
Kaleb True, Marina
Steve Martinez, Pajaro Valley
Ethan Vasquez, Seaside
Second team
Julian Gabriel, North Salinas
Johnny Benabides, North Salinas
Mathew Silva, Watsonville
JC Navarrro, King City
Douglas Ciolino, Marina
Leo Alvarado Mancillas, Marina
Alex Acosta, Pajaro Valley
Brandon Perez-Moreno, Pajaro Valley
Christopher Antoz, Seaside
Drew Cervantes, North Salinas
Ben Miller, Watsonville
Jason Moreno, King City
Isaac Sigala, North Salinas
Sportsmanship team
Gabriel Lara, Watsonville
Sebastion Lizardi, King City
Elias Ramirez, Marina
JC DeLuna, Pajaro Valley
Jake Burkhardt, North Salinas
Gabe Moulton, Seaside
Jacob Hernandez, Gonzales
Elgie Bellizio Sportsmanship team: Seaside
SF Giants’ Encarnacion back from injured list, Matos optioned to Sacramento
SAN FRANCISCO — Amid their offensive struggles, the Giants are getting a much-needed reinforcement.
First baseman and corner outfielder Jerar Encarnacion, who missed the first 59 games of the season after a solid performance during spring training, was activated from the 60-day injured list Monday before the Giants faced the San Diego Padres to begin a seven-game homestand.
In a corresponding move, San Francisco optioned outfielder Luis Matos, who homered in Sunday’s 4-2 win, to Triple-A Sacramento.
“It’s nice to have him back,” manager Bob Melvin said of Encarnacion. “During spring training, we were talking about how impactful he was going to be. He was having a great spring. Next thing you know, he’s out for a while. He feels good at the plate, hit some home runs the last couple days. He’s ready to go.”
Encarnacion, 27, joins the Giants at a juncture where their offense needs life.
Heading into Monday night, San Francisco hadn’t scored more than four runs in a game since Wilmer Flores hit three homers against the Athletics on May 16.
Over their previous 14 games, the Giants mustered just 30 runs and posted a collective .604 OPS. The pitching staff posted a 2.64 ERA in May, the best mark in baseball, but the team finished with a 13-14 record in the month.
Encarnacion has exhibited elite power in his brief major-league career and positioned himself to make San Francisco’s Opening Day roster after hitting .302 with two home runs and 14 RBIs during spring training. Less than a week before the Giants’ first regular season game, Encarnacion suffered a hairline fracture in his left ring finger after diving for a ball in right field.
Encarnacion could start at first base for LaMonte Wade Jr. or in right field for Mike Yastrzemski on days the Giants face left-handed starters. Casey Schmitt, who picked up first base this year, has started games at first base against left-handed starters as well.
Encarnacion becomes San Francisco’s fourth outfielder with Matos being optioned; Melvin added that infielder Christian Koss can play outfield as well.
“I feel comfortable anywhere they want to play me,” Encarnacion said through team interpreter Erwin Higueros. “They want to play me in first base, that’s where I’ll be.”
“It’s going to be a day-to-day proposition on what we think the best lineup is, but Jerar is going to get some at-bats against righties as well,” Melvin said.
Wade often receives starts against right-handed pitchers, but the 31-year-old has yet to break out of a cold spell that dates back to last season. Over 49 games, Wade has a slash line of .167/.271/.271 with one home run and 15 RBIs. Wade’s -1.1 WAR, per FanGraphs, is one of the worst in all of baseball.
“We hope he starts to take off here. He hasn’t to this point,” Melvin said of Wade. “There’s been some periods where his at-bats have been a lot better and he’s got nothing to show for it, and that can weigh on you for a guy that’s used to being a productive guy and getting on base and kind of doing his thing.
“So, it’s going to be about performance here. If he starts to take off here, he’s going to see more playing time. If not, you might see Jerar over there a little bit more.”
Encarnacion started his rehab assignment with Sacramento on May 10, but the team paused the rehab assignment after two games due to hand soreness. Upon returning on May 27 (Encarnacion was first eligible to return on May 26), Encarnacion played five games, recording five hits and hitting two homers. Encarnacion said his hand was “a little tight” when swinging, but feels “very well” now.
“We know he can give us some power,” Melvin said. “He’s got power to all fields. We saw it at the end of last year. We saw it in spring training. When we were about to leave spring training, there were going to be a lot of at-bats for him.
“Obviously, what (Flores) has done has been off the charts, so we’re cognizant of that, but with the potential that he gives us and the lack of power we’re getting right now, he’s going to get some opportunities.”
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“We’ve seen when he’s getting a lot of at-bats, he’s productive. Last year as well,” Melvin said. “For younger players to have to sit around for long periods of time, it’s really difficult. He hit a big home run for us yesterday, but it’s been spotty playing time. It’s probably not great for his development, too. He even said to me, ‘I need more at-bats.’ Not the last you’ll see of Luis Matos.”
Verlander to throw bullpen on Tuesday
The Giants also announced on Monday that right-hander Justin Verlander (right pectoral soreness) will throw a bullpen on Tuesday at Oracle Park. Following his bullpen session, Melvin said the team will look for him to face hitters three or four days afterward. Verlander has been on the IL since May 23.
Left-hander Kyle Harrison has taken Verlander’s place in the rotation for the time being and made two starts, allowing two runs over nine innings. Harrison is scheduled to make his third start on Wednesday and will likely receive a fourth start as Verlander recovers from his injury.
Judge grants preliminary injunction to protect collective bargaining agreement for TSA workers
By MARTHA BELLISLE
SEATTLE (AP) — A federal judge on Monday granted a preliminary injunction to stop Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem from killing a collective bargaining agreement for Transportation Safety Administration workers.
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In their lawsuit, Pechman said, the union has shown that Noem’s directive to end the agreement “constitutes impermissible retaliation against it for its unwillingness to acquiesce to the Trump Administration’s assault on federal workers.” It also likely violated due process and AFGE is likely to succeed in showing that Noem’s decision was “arbitrary and capricious,” she added.
“Today’s court decision is a crucial victory for federal workers and the rule of law,” AFGE National President Everett Kelley said in a release. “The preliminary injunction underscores the unconstitutional nature of DHS’s attack on TSA officers’ First Amendment rights. We remain committed to ensuring our members’ rights and dignity are protected, and we will not back down from defending our members’ rights against unlawful union busting.”
Assistant U.S. Attorney Brian Kipnis declined to comment on the judge’s ruling, according to Emily Langlie, spokesperson for the U.S. Attorney’s office.
AFGE had entered into a new, seven-year collective bargaining agreement with agency last May, but Noem issued a memo Feb. 27 rescinding that agreement. One week later, TSA informed the union about Noem’s directive, saying the contract was terminated and all pending grievances would be deleted.
AFGE filed a lawsuit against Noem, claiming the move was retaliation against the union for pushing back against the Trump administration’s attacks on federal workers. AFGE had filed a separate lawsuit Feb. 19 against the Office of Personnel Management to stop the firing of probationary workers. A judge issued a temporary restraining order Feb. 27 stopping the firings — the same day Noem issued her memo.
Abigail Carter, representing AFGE during oral arguments before Pechman on May 27, said Noem’s move was retaliation and a violation of the union’s First Amendment right to protected speech and its Fifth Amendment right to due process.
“The administration has made it clear that if you don’t disagree with it politically, you and your members can keep your rights, but if you do disagree, you lose them,” Carter said. She also argued that the collective bargaining agreement was necessary because TSA workers are not covered under the federal labor-management code. The agreement protects them from dangerous working conditions and unreasonable hours.
Kipnis denied the retaliation claim and said it was simply a difference in management styles.
Pechman questioned that contention. Not all unions are banned by the administration, Pechman said, only the ones oppose the administration.
“Isn’t this a pattern that you see?” Pechman asked Kipnis. “Attorneys who take opposition stances get banned. Those who don’t, don’t have those restrictions. Isn’t this the pattern that the White House has set up?”
Kipnis said tension between unions and management are common and this conflict doesn’t signal a violation of the workers’ First Amendment rights, but instead reflects a confrontational relationship.
But Pechman wasn’t convinced.
Previous TSA managers have found unions to be beneficial and renewed their contracts for years, she said. They found they made a happier workforce, and “they wanted their employees to feel that they were well-treated,” she said. What has changed is this administration’s attitude, she said.
To that, Kipnis replied: “Or you could characterize it as a different management style. The former administration apparently saw that as a better way to do business. … But this administration sees a different way of doing business. And the same statute affords them the same amount of discretion.”
Pechman said she understood that the administration has the right to exercise that discretion, “but to abruptly cancel doesn’t seem well reasoned, so I’m having trouble with that.” She also noted, “But why the United States gets to back out of contracts that it’s made is harder to accept.”
In Monday’s order, Pechman said TSA workers would suffer “irreparable harm” without the injunction, noting that if they lose their collective bargaining agreement, they will lose the benefits it provides.
“While the loss of money alone does not show irreparable harm, the total harms here are more than monetary,” Pechman said. “They include the loss of substantive employment protections, avenues of grievance and arbitration, and the right to have a workforce that can unite to demand benefits that might not be obtainable through individual negotiation.”
Where will Bryce Huff stack up among 49ers’ many pass-rush wingmen for Nick Bosa?
SANTA CLARA – The 49ers try, try, and try again to unearth a top-tier defensive end to pair with Nick Bosa. It’s an annual exercise, well-intentioned and definitely warranted. Yet the search resumes.
Now it’s Bryce Huff who is expected to join top draft pick Mykel Williams as this season’s Bosa Boosters. The 49ers announced Monday a trade with Philadelphia for Huff, in exchange for a mid-round draft pick, as first reported Friday.
Huff, 27, is a pass-rush specialist whose New York Jets tenure blossomed under coach Robert Saleh in 2023, before Huff bombed last season for the Super Bowl-champion Eagles. The 49ers know all about underachieving defensive ends and they can only hope Huff is an exception.
Bosa, 27, gets introduced annually to new linemen who supposedly will unlock his maximum production. Each summer, his meet-and-greets extend into him sharing pass-rush techniques developed with big brother and new Buffalo Bill Joey Bosa.
Dee Ford was Nick Bosa’s first and most renowned partner on the 49ers, only to vanish due to injury after Bosa won 2019 Defensive Rookie of the Year honors. When Bosa won Defensive Player of the Year honors two seasons ago, he compiled a league-leading 18 ½ sacks … while fellow starter Samson Ebukam had five sacks, then left to join the Indianapolis Colts.
With Saleh reprising his 2017-20 role as the 49ers’ defensive coordinator, Bosa and his new linemates could compensate for the revamped defense’s growing pains.
The base front likely will deploy Bosa with Williams as edge setters with rookie Alfred Collins and Jordan Elliott on the interior. A pass-rushing foursome could see Bosa and Huff line up in the Wide-9 scheme, while Yetur Gross-Matos and Williams slide inside (with the versatility that was trumpeted on draft day) and Yetur Gross-Matos does the same.
Sam Okuayinonu, Robert Beal Jr., Jonathan Garvin and Tarron Jackson are the other defensive ends on this revamped roster.
Bosa is two years into a $34 million-per-year contract that ranks fourth among NFL edge rushers. As for Huff’s 2025 paycheck, the Eagles are handling $9 million of his salary and the 49ers $8 million, per ESPN.
Even before Bosa and ever since their 2017 takeover, coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch have gone for defensive ends. The before-Bosa list: Solomon Thomas, Elvis Dumervil, Cassius Marsh, Leger Douzable, Eli Harold, Pita Taumoepenu, and Ronald Blair, the latter of whom is now a 49ers quality control coach.
Arik Armstead, DeForest Buckner and Thomas, first-round draft picks from 2015-2017, all influenced Bosa’s initial growth before they were ushered out of town – Buckner in 2020 for Indianapolis, Thomas in 2021 for Las Vegas, and Armstead last year for Jacksonville.
Let’s rank acquisitions of 11 defensive ends since 2019 and how they paired with Bosa:
1. DEE FORD (2019-21)
Ford’s explosive burst made an ideal match with Bosa, but his health didn’t cooperate. The Chiefs had franchise-tagged Ford before trading him to the 49ers for a second-round pick, six weeks before Bosa was drafted. Ford scored a huge contract upon arrival (five years, $87.5 million), and he pocketed $46 million of that for 9 ½ sacks and 10 quarterback hits in 18 regular-season games (two starts), plus one sack in the 2019 team’s three playoff games. In 2019, he missed five games and delivered 6 ½ sacks. He played just one game in 2020 and the first six of 2021 before back and neck issues ended his career.
2. SAMSON EBUKAM (2021-22)
After four years with the Rams, Ebukam defected and served as a two-year starter opposite Bosa. Ebukam had just 9 ½ sacks while starting 26 of 32 regular-season games, and that is as many sacks as he had in 2023, his first season in Indianapolis. He missed 2024 with a torn Achilles. He delivered three sacks in six playoff starts for the 49ers, highlighted by a third-down sack of Dallas’ Dak Prescott in a NFC divisional-playoff win that also saw Ebukam block a point-after try.
3. ARDEN KEY (2021)
Key, waived by the Raiders after three seasons, turned his career around with the 49ers, who flexed him as an interior rusher on passing downs. He had 6 ½ sacks and appeared in every game, though he didn’t touch a quarterback through three playoff games. He’s entering his third year with the Titans after playing for the 2022 Jaguars.
4. CHARLES OMENIHU (2021-22)
Acquired in a 2021 deadline trade from Houston, he had no sacks in nine games as a Niner that year. He returned in 2022 as a valued contributor with 4 ½ regular-season sacks, then had two sacks in a wild-card win over Seattle. He played the past two years with the Kansas City Chiefs, tearing an ACL in the 2023 team’s AFC Championship win before sitting out their Super Bowl comeback over the 49ers. He re-signed with the Chiefs in March (one year, $7 million).
5. LEONARD FLOYD (2024)
The 32-year-old veteran proved as durable as expected, making 17 starts and totaling 8 ½ sacks; Bosa had a team-high nine sacks in 14 games. Floyd wasn’t invited back to finish out his two-year contract and got cut in March with an $8.6 million hit on the 2025 salary cap.
6. CHASE YOUNG (2023)
The biggest pass-tandem tease came on Nov. 12, 2023. It was Young’s 49ers debut after a trade-deadline deal with Washington: He and Bosa combined on a fumble-forcing sack in Jacksonville to spark a 34-3 victory, snap a three-game losing streak, and ignite a Super Bowl run. But the reunion of former Ohio State teammates was short-lived. Young had two sacks over the next 10 games, drew criticism for his effort in the NFC Championship Game, then rebounded with a sack in the Super Bowl. He exited in free agency for New Orleans and underwent neck surgery, but played all 17 games last year (5 1/2 sacks).
7. KERRY HYDER (2020, 2022-23)
Hyder led the 2020 49ers with a career-high 8 ½ sacks and 18 quarterback hits as their top pass rusher after Bosa sustained a season-ending knee injury in Week 2. Hyder left for the Seahawks in 2021, but returned to post one sack for the 49ers in 2022 and then played four games in 2023 before getting cut.
8. JORDAN WILLIS (2021-23)
Acquired from the Jets at the 2020 trade deadline for a sixth-round pick, Willis had a twisted tenure with the Niners. The highlight came when he blocked a punt that triggered the 2021 49ers’ divisional-round comeback at Green Bay. Otherwise, a strip sack in the 2022 regular-season finale may have highlighted his 7 ½ sacks in 26 games (none in six playoff games). He served a six-game PED suspension to delay his 2021 season.
9. YETUR GROSS-MATOS (2024-present)
His three-sack breakout Dec. 8 against Chicago was roundly celebrated by teammates, in their only win over the season’s final two months. It was a nice payoff to a rough season hindered by a knee injury in the preseason finale at Las Vegas. Gross-Matos, 27, had just four sacks in 11 games but still offers the versatility desired in the 49ers’ defensive front. He had 13 total sacks in his previous four years in Carolina.
10. DRAKE JACKSON (2022-24)
His three sacks in the 2023 opening win at Pittsburgh stoked visions of the ultimate tag-team partner with Bosa, as that three-sack output matched Jackson’s 2022 rookie total as the 49ers’ top draft pick (second round). Jackson got shelved after eight games because of a quadriceps/knee injury that required surgery and extensive rehabilitation before the 49ers cut ties with him last month.
11. RANDY GREGORY (2023)
The 49ers culled Gregory from the Denver Broncos’ doghouse with an October trade. He had 2 ½ sacks in 12 games before delivering no sacks and no quarterback hits in the three playoff games, including 27 snaps in the Super Bowl loss. He signed last April with Tampa Bay but was a no-show and got released in August, then did not play elsewhere last season.
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This is how the 49ers’ aforementioned trio of Armstead, Buckner and Thomas contributed alongside Bosa:
ARIK ARMSTEAD (2015-23)
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DeFOREST BUCKNER (2016-20)
Buckner made AP second-team All-Pro in his fourth season, which coincided with Bosa’s rookie year. But that was their lone season together. Buckner was traded to Indianapolis as the Colts met his asking price for a new contract, and the 49ers used their first-round pick on Javon Kinlaw, who missed 26 games his first three seasons.
SOLOMON THOMAS (2017-21)
The 49ers wrestled with whether to deploy Thomas on the interior or as a defensive end, but regardless of that positional mystery, he and Bosa basically only played together in 2019, as both sustained season-ending knee injuries in Week 2 of 2020. That proved Thomas’ final game with the 49ers, who picked him No. 3 overall in 2017 with visions of him being an Aaron Donald-type powerhouse on the inside.
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After Bosa and Thomas suffered ACL tears in Week 2, the 49ers brought in Dion Jordan and Ziggy Ansah. Jordan had three sacks and five quarterback hits in 13 games (one start) in the final stop of a troubled career that began as the 2013 draft’s No. 3 overall pick with Miami. Ansah played just 34 snaps in 1 ½ games before tearing a biceps, thus ending a career that began as the 2015 draft’s No. 5 overall pick by Detroit.
Clipboard: Soledad grad Segura dealing for Oregon State
There has been no sophomore jinx for Eric Segura, whether he’s in the starting rotation or coming out of the bullpen for nationally-ranked Oregon State.
The former Soledad High pitcher sports a team-leading 8-1 record in 14 appearances (four starts) this spring for the Beavers, who were in the NCAA Corvallis Regionals this past weekend.
Primarily coming out of the bullpen, the 6-foot-2 right-handed hurler’s most recent appearance was a 5.2 innings start, in which he struck out six, allowing one run against Long Beach State.
Segura has struck out 69 hitters in 51 innings this season for Oregon State – 42-12 and ranked No. 8 in the nation – with a 4.24 earned run average.
In addition to leading the team in wins, Segura is third in innings pitched and strikeouts, with opponents hitting just .218 off him this spring.
In two seasons for the Beavers, The Herald’s 2022 Player of the Year in baseball is 14-2, with 141 strikeouts.
Clements has auspicious debutJessica Clements’ decision to finish her collegiate softball career at UCLA has put her in the spotlight as the former Santa Catalina slugger made a splash in her debut last Thursday with a walk-off homer in a win over Oregon.
The left-handed swinging Clements tore up pitching in the NCAA Regionals, collecting three hits and scoring three runs in the Bruins’ win over South Carolina to punch their ticket to Oklahoma City.
Hitting in the leadoff position for UCLA, the center fielder went into the College World Series hitting .374 with a team-leading nine steals.
The 5-foot-9 Clements is second on the Bruins in hits (80), runs scored (71) and doubles (17), ripping five homers and driving in 44 runs over 64 games.
With 24 walks, Clements sports a .445 on-base percentage for UCLA and has not committed an error in the outfield in 69 chances.
Clements spent her first three years at Cal Poly, where she was the Big West Conference Player of the Year in 2024, becoming the program’s all-time leader in batting average.
Martorella providing punchWhile Nathan Martorella struggles to raise his batting average, the left-handed swinging first baseman leads the Miami Marlins Double A team in a handful of categories.
Having played in all 44 games for Pensacola, Martorella leads the team in runs batted in (18), walks (17) and doubles with eight.
The Salinas High graduate and Herald 2019 Male Athlete of the Year is third on the Blue Wahoos in homers with three.
Drafted in the fifth round by the San Diego Padres in 2022, Martorella has a career .241 batting average in three-plus minor league seasons with 43 homers and 182 RBI.
An All-Pac 12 selection at Cal, where he put together a 19-game hitting streak, Martorella was a four-time member of The Herald’s All-County baseball team.
Jensen coming out of the bullpenFormer Chicago Cubs No. 1 pick Ryan Jensen has made 14 appearances this year for Triple-A St. Paul, mostly out of the bullpen for the Minnesota Twins affiliate.
The right-handed hurler with a fastball that approaches the century mark, Jensen is 1-1 with 26 strikeouts in 18 innings, sporting a 4.42 earned run average.
In five-plus seasons in the minors, Jensen has 354 strikeouts in 290 innings of work, with a 12-25 record.
Originally drafted by the Cubs out of Fresno State to be a starter, the Salinas graduate has gone back and forth, with 54 of his 144 appearances being starts, including one this year.
The Mountain West Pitcher of the Year and a second-team All-American at Fresno State in 2019 after going 12-1 with a 2.88 ERA, Jensen was the 27th overall player taken in the 2019 MLB draft.
Jensen was a three-sport standout at Salinas, earning all-county honors in baseball and football.
Johnson-Toney Football CampThe Boys and Girls Club of Monterey County will showcase the 13th annual Johnson-Toney free football camp.
The camp — for boys and girls ages 9-14 — will be staged June 24-27 at the Cal State Monterey Bay soccer fields, with boys and girls ages 15-17 slated for July 22-25 at Rabobank Stadium in Salinas.
Ron Johnson and Anthony Toney, who both played for the Philadelphia Eagles, have been a part of the camp since its inception when it was called the Herm Edwards Football Camp.
The camp is non-contact, mirroring the NFL Play 60 Character Camp. Coaches will teach basic football skills, as well as gratitude, self-control, loyalty, honor, truthfulness and integrity.
The youth camp is limited to 300 participants, with the high school portion limited to 100 kids. Deadline to register is June 23. Register online at bgcmpc.org.
Coaches neededCarmel is looking for a varsity girls volleyball coach, a varsity boys and girls cross-country coach, a JV flag football coach and a JV boys water polo coach. Go to http://carmelunfied.org
Marina is looking for varsity, JV and freshman head coaches this coming fall for girls’ volleyball. Go to edjoin.org
Officials neededPeninsula Sports Incorporate is looking for high school and middle school officials for all sports this season. Varsity officials are paid $100 a game.
There is an immediate need for officials in the fall for football, flag football, water polo, field hockey and volleyball. Training is provided. Call Tom Emery at (831) 241-1101.
Community survey reveals shortcomings in emergency notifications during Vistra fire
MOSS LANDING – A community survey conducted in response to the January 2025 fire at the Vistra Moss Landing Energy Storage facility has unveiled significant health concerns and communication shortcomings residents of Monterey and Santa Cruz counties shared.
The survey, completed by 1,539 individuals, indicates that 83% experienced at least one symptom, most commonly headaches, sore throats and coughs following the incident.
The fire, which ignited earlier this year on Jan. 16, led to the evacuation of over 1,200 residents due to the release of toxic smoke from burning lithium-ion batteries. Subsequent environmental assessments detected elevated levels of heavy metals, including manganese, cobalt, and nickel, in the nearby Elkhorn Slough, raising concerns about long-term ecological and health impacts.
A total of 1,539 people completed the survey, with two-thirds from Monterey County and a quarter from Santa Cruz County, according to county officials.
The survey respondents highlighted several key concerns including persistent physical symptoms, potential long-term health effects, environmental safety regarding air, soil, water and food contamination, and deficiencies in emergency alert systems, particularly in the timeliness and clarity of notifications.
Health officials from both counties are using the survey findings to understand symptoms and health concerns related to battery fires, enhance public notification practices, improve outreach efforts, and collaborate with emergency service providers to update response plans.
“I would like to extend my gratitude to everyone that took the time to complete the survey,” said Dr. Edward Moreno, Public Health Director and Health Officer for the County of Monterey in the press release.
The full summary of the community survey and related health and safety information is available on the Ready Monterey County website at https://www.readymontereycounty.org/e....
A viewer’s guide to the NBA Finals, from tipoff times to betting odds to season series
The NBA Finals are set: It’s the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. the Indiana Pacers.
The Pacers clinched their trip with a win over the New York Knicks on Saturday night in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.
The Thunder swept the two head-to-head meetings between the clubs this season. Game 1 of the finals is Thursday night in Oklahoma City.
Recapping the OKC-Indiana series— Dec. 26: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 45 points and the Thunder erase an early double-digit deficit, pulling away in the second half to beat the Pacers 120-114. Andrew Nembhard scores 23 for Indiana, while Tyrese Haliburton is held to four points.
— March 29: Gilgeous-Alexander scores 33 and the Thunder win 132-111. Haliburton leads the Pacers with 18, and both teams have six players finish in double figures.
SGA is the MVPA recap of Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s winning of the NBA MVP award.
The story: Gilgeous-Alexander tops Jokic for MVP award
The reaction: SGA tears up when talking about his wife
Steve Nash speaks: Canada’s 1st MVP thrilled to see SGA follow him
The notebook: Jokic finishes top-2 again, Giannis’ streak ends, LeBron gets votes
Betting oddsOklahoma City (-700) is a big favorite to win the NBA title, according to BetMGM Sportsbook. Indiana’s odds are set at +500.
The Thunder are an early 9.5-point favorite over Indiana for Game 1.
NBA Finals scheduleAll games of the NBA Finals will be aired on ABC.
June 5 — Game 1, Indiana at Oklahoma City, 8:30 p.m. EDT
June 8 — Game 2, Indiana at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. EDT
June 11 — Game 3, Oklahoma City at Indiana, 8:30 p.m. EDT
June 13 — Game 4, Oklahoma City at Indiana, 8:30 p.m. EDT
June 16 — Game 5, Indiana at Oklahoma City, if necessary, 8:30 p.m. EDT
June 19 — Game 6, Oklahoma City at Indiana, if necessary, 8:30 p.m. EDT
June 22 — Game 7, Indiana at Oklahoma City, if necessary, 8 p.m. EDT
(And good news: No NBA Finals games conflict with Stanley Cup Final dates!)
Key upcoming eventsJune 25 — NBA draft, first round.
June 26 — NBA draft, second round.
Stats of the day— Indiana is the only team yet to face elimination in these playoffs.
— This is the second time a No. 1 seed (Oklahoma City) has met a No. 4 seed (Indiana) in the NBA Finals. Both previous times were Lakers-Celtics matchups, one in 2010 and the other in 1969. Both went seven games, both saw the Lakers as the No. 1 seed out of the Western Conference (or division, as they were called in 1969), the Celtics won in 1969 (Bill Russell’s final game as a player and 11th championship) and the Lakers won in 2010 (Kobe Bryant’s fifth and final title).
Quote of the day“We’ve got our work cut out for us.” — Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton
Horoscopes June 2, 2025: Zachary Quinto, embrace life with enthusiasm
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Justin Long, 47; Zachary Quinto, 48; Dana Carvey, 70; Dennis Haysbert, 71.
Happy Birthday: This year, consider the possibilities and think with your head, not your heart. Under- or overestimating will steer you wrong when dealing with who and how you help. Ask experts, align yourself with people and organizations with a track record and clarify your position. Personal gains, physical self-improvement and a healthy lifestyle will strengthen your body, mind and soul. Embrace life with enthusiasm and commonsense possibilities. Your numbers are 5, 16, 21, 28, 34, 41, 48.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take a serious look at your alternatives, and prepare to change what isn’t working for you. Letting go will rejuvenate and spark your imagination regarding the possibilities. An open mind and an energetic approach will get you where you want to go. Focus on your goal, and turn your dream into a reality. 3 stars
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): An anxious attitude will stand in your way. Choose a productive path for your energy. Engage in physical activity, challenge yourself and avoid getting into situations that lead to conflict with those who don’t share your opinions. Initiate a plan that leads to personal growth, knowledge and expanding your vision. 2 stars
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Gear up to make changes at home and to your lifestyle. Clean living, exercise, and looking and feeling your best will be your ticket to a happy and fulfilling life. Refuse to let others dictate how you live when it’s you who needs to be satisfied with your daily routine and long-term goals. 2 stars
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Reduce the risk of getting caught in someone else’s drama. Concentrate on the big picture and where you see yourself heading. Be secretive, do your homework and prepare for whatever comes your way. Progress is staying one step ahead of any challenge or competition you encounter. Decipher your thoughts, keep them to yourself and continue on your way. 4 stars
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Jump in and do your part. Your actions will get you where you want to go with pride and the desired rewards. It’s what you do that counts, and now is a great time to let everyone around you see what you can accomplish. Refuse to let emotions hold you back. 3 stars
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Sit tight, watch what’s happening around you and avoid overt displays of emotion. Choose your battle wisely and make changes undercover. Invest more time, energy and cash into what’s essential to pursuing your goal and securing the position that suits you best. Change begins with you. 3 stars
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Gather information, talk to experts and engage in seminars and research that will help mold your future. Short trips, building memories, attending reunions and making domestic changes that could enhance your life and emotional well-being will offer concrete results. Listen and observe; you’ll know who and what are good for you and when to decline. 3 stars
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A change may tempt you, but do your research before buying into something that may be unwarranted or based on false information. Emotional spending or showing your feelings in professional settings will lead to regret. When in doubt, take a moment to relax, rejuvenate and rethink your path forward. 4 stars
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’ll be drawn to the movers and shakers. You can do quite well if you put your emotions on the back burner, act with intelligence and confidence, and prove that your input is factual. Complete home improvement projects that will add to your comfort and convenience. Networking will lead to unique opportunities. 2 stars
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Pay attention to where your money goes. Put your energy and effort into self-improvement instead of letting temptation set in and indulgence take over. Your best route forward is facing your fears head-on and working toward achieving your desired life. Don’t follow someone else when finding happiness requires doing your own thing. 5 stars
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Assess your financial situation. Consider the improvements you want to make to your domestic situation and what you want to save for that will give you something to look forward to. Life can be challenging, but you will reach your goal with ingenuity, patience and desire. Love yourself first. 3 stars
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Consider your options before initiating change. You’ll face opposition that can lead to hesitation and regret. Hit the reset button and make sure you’re on time before you get caught in the to-do or not-to-do loop. Precision is essential. When doubt sets in, back out. 3 stars
Birthday Baby: You are quick-witted, emotional and spirited. You are optimistic and avant-garde.
1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes.2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others.3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals.4 stars: Aim high; start new projects.5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.
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