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FightingCanCer
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one home run at a time!
14th SeaSon 1996-2009
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The quesT To cure cancer
Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan famously said, “A beautiful thing about
baseball is that every once in a while, you come into a situation where you
want to, and where you have to, reach down and prove something.” That’s
the situation cancer researchers face every day—they want to prove that
cancer can be beaten. Thanks in part to your support, they’re making
great progress in doing just that.
Since 1993, the Prostate Cancer Foundation has accelerated development
of more effective treatments, expanded our understanding of how cells
become cancerous, produced new insights into areas like nutrition, and
raised awareness of preventive activities. Most importantly, fewer men are
dying—as much as 50% below projections made in the 1990s.
By raising nearly $400 million directly, and guiding another $10 billion
in funding from others—industry, government, philanthropists, people
like you—the PCF has “Kept Dad in the Game.” More than 80 percent of
prostate-cancer research leaders have been supported by the PCF, and a
majority of drugs currently in the pipeline have our imprint on them.
But as more men live longer, more will be diagnosed—this year alone,
192,000 more. So we must continue to support these remarkable
researchers. This is the PCF Home Run Challenge’s 14th season—a
partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB), its players, managers
and teams, as well as prominent sponsors, who raise awareness about
prostate cancer worldwide and generate millions of dollars for crucial
research.
MLB players have averaged 135 home runs during the 60 Home Run
Challenge games each year—they hit 143 last year. Please use the
enclosed form or visit www.pcf.org to make a generous pledge that can
help put an end to prostate cancer. Thank you!
Mike Milken Jonathan Simons, MD
Chairman President and CEO
Mike Milken - Founder & ChairmanPCF
Jonathan Simons - President and CEOPCF
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Home Run Challenge Sponsors
• Fans attending games around the country contribute hundreds of
thousands of dollars to fight prostate cancer.
• Dedicated people like you make a donation for every home run hit
in 60 Home Run Challenge games this year.
• Safeway Corporation has raised more than $36 million for prostate
cancer research through its annual June fundraising campaigns over the
past eight years. Customers of Safeway stores (including Vons, Randalls,
Tom Thumb, Pavilions, Genuardi’s, Carrs and Dominick’s) donate to the
PCF at checkout counters, and with blue ribbon tear-off sheets and
other in-store promotions. Safeway employees also contribute to the
prostate cancer campaign. See page 2.
how to partiCipate
Make a pledge at
www.pcf.org
One-A-Day and Major League Baseball will donate $10 to the Prostate Cancer Foundation for every strikeout in MLB games
over the next three years. Visit www.pcf.org.
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A $36 Million Team. Each year Safeway and its affiliated
stores host an in-store campaign for customers, vendors and
employees to donate money for prostate cancer research.
Since 2001, the company has raised more than $36 million.
Surprise Visits to SafewayTommy Lasorda makes surprise visits to Safeway stores during the Home Run Challenge to promote Safeway’s annual effort to raise funds for prostate cancer research.
Mayoral Kickoff San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom helps launch Safeway’s annual prostate cancer fundraising drive in 2008.
SaFeway and eMployeeS
Keep on Truckin’Safeway promotes its prostate cancer fundraising efforts in California by outfitting its delivery trucks with special graphics.
Ready for the Big Leagues?Larree Renda, Safeway executive vice president, shows off her fastball by throwing out the first pitch at a San Francisco Giants game.
Steve Burd, Safeway chairman, president and CEO, always brings a glove to HRC ball games.
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Three Generations at Chavez Ravine and Yankee Stadium Above, Lance Milken, his daughter, Maddie, and grandpa Mike relax in the dugout at Dodger Stadium before a game. Below, three generations of Jeffries’ CEO Richard Handler’s family enjoy the view from the Steinbrenner suite.
HRC Baseball: A Family Affair 2008 PCF H2008 PCF HOMEOME R RUNUN C CHALLENGEHALLENGE
Watching BP Kids and their parents often get a “behind the scenes” opportunity to watch teams take batting practice.
Baseball games have always been a time for dads, their families and friends to spend time together, and Home Run Challenge games carry on that tradition.
Check out the next three pages of family fun.
Gin Rummy on the Plane There’s always time for a family card game on the plane during the HRC Road Trip.
Brothers Tommy (left) and Tony Renda join
USC football coach Pete
Carroll at a San Francisco Giants
game. The Renda brothers both play
collegiate baseball.
Daddy’s Little Girls HRC supporter Nelson Peltz gives a squeeze to his daughters before an HRC game.
HRC Baseballa family
affair
Budding StarsBrothers Tommy (left) and Tony Renda join USC football coach Pete Carroll at a San Francisco Giants game. The Renda brothers both play collegiate baseball.
Gin Rummy on the Plane There’s always time for a family card game on the plane during the HRC Road Trip.
Daddy’s Little GirlsHRC supporter Nelson Peltz gives a squeeze to his daughters before an HRC game.
Three GenerationsJeffries CEO Richard Handler and his family enjoy the view from the Steinbrenner suite.
Baseball games have always been a time for dads, their families and friends to
spend time together, and Home Run Challenge games carry on that tradition.
Watching BPKids and their parents often get a “behind the scenes” opportunity to watch teams take batting practice.
Financial CapitalThe $400 million raised directly by the PCF has attracted the infusion of more than $10 billion
of additional funding for prostate cancer research—from government agencies, venture capital
investments, the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sections, academic sectors and other
philanthropists.
Human CapitalFrom what Forbes called “a research backwater” in 1993, the prostate cancer field—because
of interest and funding generated by the PCF—has attracted more than 1,000 medical scientists
into prostate cancer research. The PCF now plays a part in 90 percent of the field’s published
research, a human-capital contribution exceeding $100 billion.
Social CapitalFragmented and underfunded in 1993, the community of medical
institutions actively pursuing a prostate cancer cure, and applying
their findings to other deadly diseases, has grown to include virtually
every major cancer research center in North America,
and dozens more worldwide. In 1993, it was rare for men to get
life-saving screening tests; today, because of PCF awareness
programs, more than 60 percent do.
How does the PCF grow million-dollar investments into billion-dollar medical advances?
pCF: leveraging MillionS into BillionS
IncalculableSocial Capital
$100 billionHuman Capital
$10 billionFinancial Capital
$400 millionProstate CancerFoundation
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Discovered that macrophage (specialized white blood cells that scavenge invading microbes and tissue debris) activation, a condition that promotes prostate cancer progression, is associated with obesity. Clinical investigations are underway to determine if dietary changes can reverse macrophage activation, establishing a marker for successful dietary intervention.
Developing two promising drug candidates for treatment of advanced prostate cancer. These oral medicines have few side effects and represent a new generation of treatments for patients who fail to respond to current therapies.
Discovered small regulatory RNA molecules that circulate in the blood of prostate cancer patients. Testing is underway to validate a cancer-specific diagnostic test for prostate cancer that enables doctors to profile tumors and customize therapy.
Studying the mechanisms of resistance to new medications that are used to block the production of testosterone (cancer fuel) directly in the tumor sites. Studies may lead to prolonged drug usefulness and the definition of the next-generation treatments.
Using some of the world’s most advanced screening biotechnologies to discover molecules that block the effects of genetic alterations in prostate cancer. These molecules could be featured in the next generation of treatments for prostate cancer.
Leading a research team that is refining a system to measure and identify circulating tumor cells in patient blood. This system may provide an early signal of prostate cancer progression, allowing doctors to better identify cancers and provide more informed treatments.
David Heber, MD, PhDUCLA CenTeR FOR HUMAn nUTRITIOn
Howard Scher, MDMeMORIAL SLOAn-KeTTeRInG CAnCeR CenTeR
Muneesh Tewari, MD, PhDFReD HUTCHInSOn CAnCeR ReSeARCH CenTeR AnD THe UnIVeRSITy OF WASHInGTOn
Steven Balk, MD, PhDDAnA FARBeR / HARVARD CAnCeR CenTeR
Todd Golub, MD THe BROAD InSTITUTe OF MIT AnD HARVARD UnIVeRSITy
HARVARD MeDICAL SCHOOL, MASSACHUSeTTS GeneRAL HOSPITAL CAnCeR CenTeR
Daniel Haber, MD, PhD
6 Researchers Changing the
WoRldBreakthroughs Funded by PCF Donors
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Hall of Fame players, managers and broadcasters who’ve
participated in HRC events:
Ernie Banks
Marty Brennaman
Dennis Eckersley
Rich “Goose” Gossage
Reggie Jackson
Sandy Koufax
Tommy Lasorda
Willie McCovey
Joe Morgan
Jim Palmer
Frank Robinson
Vin Scully
Mr. October and Mr. GarveyHall of Fame slugger Reggie Jackson (left) and Dodgers perennial All-Star Steve Garvey at a pregame ceremony.
The Incomparable Vin ScullyHall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully spends time with the HRC Road Trip team.
Little JoeMike and Hall of Fame second baseman Joe Morgan review the HRC schedule.
Hall of Fame
Some of Major League Baseball’s greatest players participate in
the Home Run Challenge, often joining the Road Trip team.
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‘The Great One’ Signs AutographsHe may be more comfortable slapping a hockey puck on the ice, but NHL hockey Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky signed lots of baseballs for fans during the HRC Road Trip in 2005.
Hall of Fame HurlersJim Palmer (above), Baltimore Orioles pitcher, autographs Bob Barth’s Home Run Challenge jersey.
HRC Road Trip member Mike Zapolin (left) gets in an animated discussion with Dennis Eckersley.
Frank Robinson and Larry LucchinoHall of Famer Frank Robinson, (middle photo above, red jacket), meets the Guggenheim team. Above, Hall of Fame Dodgers' manager Tommy Lasaorda and Red Sox President and CEO Larry Lucchino swap stories before an HRC game.
Brooklyn Dodger Legend Don Newcombe is the only pitcher to win the Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award in the same year (1949). Below, “Newk” spends time with Guggenheim’s Scott Minerd.
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Fanatic for PhilliesMike and Todd Boehly spend a few moments with the World Champions' mascot, the Phillie Phanatic, before a Home Run Challenge game.
Maddie Meets Lisa SimpsonMike and his granddaughter, Maddie, meet Lisa Simpson at Dodger Stadium.
The Green MonsterThe Green Monster of Fenway Park spends time with Home Run Challenge team members.
Mascot Mania
Team mascots hold a special place in baseball lore, and the Home Run Challenge
team makes it a point of introducing themselves to these unique characters.
Dinger Does Da SuiteOne of the big benefits of the Home Run Challenge Road Trip is that kids get to meet the mascots.
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Camden yardsBaltimore Orioles owner Steve Geppi (right) hosts heart surgeon and prostate cancer survivor Dr. Ward “Trip” Casscells, his two boys and the PCF’s Jonathan Simons and Mike Milken at Camden Yards.
Fathers and SonsJohn Gordon and his son, Tyler (left), join Justin Byrnes and his father, Arthur, in a Fenway Park suite to enjoy the national pasttime.
Cool Stuff!A PCF volunteer at Angel Stadium of Anaheim hands out PCF tattoos and eye glare.
101 years and CountingThe Chicago Cubs have not won a World Series since 1908, but as of press time they were a mere two games out of first place. Mike Zapolin, Andrew Miller, Tyler Barth and Mike keep hope alive for the Cubbies.
The Best Seats in the House
nothing Better!Patrick and MJ Muldowney get “on the field” access at Fenway Park for a Red Sox game. What could be better?
Pregame ceremonies. Field seats.
Batting practice. The Road Trip team
always gets special access during the
Home Run Challenge.
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Traveling on the HRC Road Trip
HRC Home Run LeaderEric Karros hit 15 home runs in HRC games. Only Sammy Sosa has hit as many. Karros (left), Mike and Guggenheim’s Todd Boehly examine the HRC Record Book. (See page 16)
Fenway Park in BostonThe Reynolds family stops in front of a statue of Hall of Famer Ted Williams, who hit 521 home runs.
Fun eatin’Chuck Matthewson enjoys the food (chili fries are not PCF-recommended food!) at a Mariners game in Seattle.
Tommy orders his favorite Chicago pizza on the plane.
The HRC Road Trip gives families the chance to travel coast to
coast to enjoy multiple games. Donors join Mike by submitting
winning bids at PCF events during the year.
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Question 1In 2004, Ken Griffey, Jr. hit his 500th career home run during a Home Run Challenge game. Where does Griffey rank on the all-time list of career home run hitters?
Question 2In 2003, the Yankees and the Cubs played in Wrigley Field for the first time in more than 65 years. Roger Clemens pitched for the Yankees, hoping to earn his 300th career victory. Which player ruined his chances with a late-game pinch-hit home run? Sammy Sosa (A), Eric Karros (B), Moises Alou (C), Mark Grudzielanek (C), Lenny Harris (E).
Question 3Hall of Fame Dodgers pitcher Sandy Koufax hurled four no-hitters in his career. During a 2003 HRC game, the Houston Astros no-hit the New York Yankees. How many Astros pitchers were used to complete the no-hitter?
Question 4San Diego Padres relief pitcher Trevor Hoffman was honored at a 2007 Home Run Challenge game. What milestone did this future Hall of Famer reach?
Question 5Who is this guy? And why have Chief Justice John Roberts (A), Dodgers Manager Joe Torre (B), and Cardinals Manager Tony La Russa (C) taken photos with him?
taKe the hoMe rUn Challenge QUiZ
See page 12 for answers.
Home Run Challenge guests have witnessed some of the greatest moments in
Major League Baseball over the past 14 years. See if you know the answers to
these questions about some of those games.
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B
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Answer 1Ken Griffey, Jr. ranks 5th on the all-time home run list. With 615 home runs (as of May 20, 2009), he trails only Barry Bonds (762), Hank Aaron (755), Babe Ruth (714) and Willie Mays (660). He is tied for second on the all-time HRC home run list (see page 16).
Answer 2Eric Karros.
Answer 3Six Houston Astro’s pitchers combined to no-hit the New York Yankees—the most pitchers to ever participate in a no-hitter.
Answer 4San Diego pitcher Trevor Hoffman earned his 500th career save in June 2007. Now pitching for the Milwaukee Brewers, Hoffman has recorded 564 saves and has a career ERA of 2.75 over 17 seasons.
Answer 5Mike’s assistant Larry Shamhart has attended every Home Run Challenge Road Trip game since 1996, entertaining his traveling companions, hauling bags and making sure everyone has a great time. Thanks, Larry—we couldn’t do it without you!
QUiZ anSwerS
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Check Presentation in HoustonSue and Lester Smith, with Houston Astros owner Drayton McLane in the background, present a $250,000 check to the PCF before an HRC game.
Red Sox nationGuggenheim’s Todd Boehly (center) joins Tommy and Mike for a pre-game strategy session at Fenway Park.
The WaveNews Corporation Chairman Rupert Murdoch (left) couldn’t resist doing “The Wave” during an HRC game when he owned the Los Angeles Dodgers. Murdoch is one of the PCF Home Run Challenge’s biggest supporters.
Sunny Day in San FranciscoSalesforce.com chairman Mark Benioff and wife Lynne, and other HRC team members take in a game at AT&T Park in San Francisco.
Take Me out to the Ball Game
Three Generations at Chavez RavineThree generations of Iacoccas join Tommy, Mike and PCF President and CEO Jonathan Simons on the field at Dodger Stadium.
HRC Road Team guests often find
themselves on the field before games,
meeting players and managers.
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Team representatives speak out about the importance of prostate cancer research and encourage fans to make a pledge. Some appear in public service announcements, while others donate autographed merchandise and participate in stadium events to raise awareness about this exciting way to join the search for a cure.
Eric Byrnes
Arizona Diamondbacks
Jay Bruce
Cincinnati Reds
Aaron Boone
Houston Astros
Mike Cameron
Milwaukee Brewers
Jack Wilson
Pittsburgh Pirates
Jason LaRue
St. Louis Cardinals
Conor Jackson
Arizona Diamondbacks
Todd Helton
Colorado Rockies
Miguel Tejada
Houston Astros
Carlos Delgado
New York Mets
Brian Giles
San Diego Padres
Nick Johnson
Washington Nationals
Chipper Jones
Atlanta Braves
Jorge Cantu
Florida Marlins
Matt Kemp
Los Angeles Dodgers
Chase Utley
Philadelphia Phillies
Aaron Rowand
San Francisco Giants
Ryan Zimmerman
Washington Nationals
Derrek Lee
Chicago Cubs
Lance Berkman
Houston Astros
Jason Kendall
Milwaukee Brewers
Nate McLouth
Pittsburgh Pirates
Albert Pujols
St. Louis Cardinals
2009 SChedUle PCF National League Player Representatives
PCF Team Managers
Thursday, June 11Minnesota at Oakland 12:35Detroit at Chicago (AL) 1:05Cincinnati at Washington 4:35Pittsburgh at Atlanta 1:00Chicago (NL) at Houston 1:05San Francisco at Arizona 12:40
Friday, June 12Washington at Tampa Bay 7:38Detroit at Pittsburgh 7:05St. Louis at Cleveland 7:05Cincinnati at Kansas City 7:10San Diego at Los Angeles (AL) 7:05
Saturday, June 13Boston at Philadelphia 7:05New York (NL) at New York (AL) 4:10Minnesota at Chicago (NL) 12:05Cincinnati at Kansas City 6:10Chicago (AL) at Milwaukee 3:05Houston at Arizona 5:10
Sunday, June 14Florida at Toronto 1:07Atlanta at Baltimore 1:35Seattle at Colorado 1:10San Diego at Los Angeles (AL) 12:35
Tuesday, June 16 New York (NL) at Baltimore 7:05Toronto at Philadelphia 7:05Pittsburgh at Minnesota 7:10Milwaukee at Cleveland 7:05Tampa Bay at Colorado 6:40Oakland at Los Angeles (NL) 7:10Seattle at San Diego 7:05
A.J. Hinch Arizona Diamondbacks
Bobby Cox* Atlanta Braves
Lou Piniella* Chicago Cubs
Dusty Baker* Cincinnati Reds
Clint Hurdle* Colorado Rockies
Fredi Gonzalez* Florida Marlins
Cecil Cooper Houston Astros
Joe Torre* Los Angeles Dodgers
Ken Macha Milwaukee Brewers
Jerry Manuel* New York Mets
Charlie Manuel* Philadelphia Phillies
John Russell Pittsburgh Pirates
Bud Black* San Diego Padres
Bruce Bochy* San Francisco Giants
Tony La Russa* St. Louis Cardinals
Manny Acta Washington Nationals
*PCF Lead Manager
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Wednesday, June 17 Washington at New York (AL) 7:05Toronto at Philadelphia 7:05Florida at Boston 7:10Milwaukee at Cleveland 7:05Detroit at St. Louis 7:15
Thursday, June 18Chicago (AL) at Chicago (NL) 1:20New York (NL) at Baltimore 7:05Houston at Texas 7:05Tampa Bay at Colorado 1:10Oakland at Los Angeles (NL) 7:10
Friday, June 19Atlanta at Boston 7:10Arizona at Seattle 7:10Texas at San Francisco 7:15
Saturday, June 20New York (AL) at Florida 7:10St. Louis at Kansas City 6:10Los Angeles (NL) at Los Angeles (AL) 1:10Texas at San Francisco 6:05
Sunday, June 21Toronto at Washington 1:35Tampa Bay at New York (NL) 1:10Baltimore at Philadelphia 1:35Atlanta at Boston 1:35New York (AL) at Florida 5:05Chicago (AL) at Cincinnati 1:10Cleveland at Chicago (NL) 1:20Milwaukee at Detroit 1:05St. Louis at Kansas City 1:10Houston at Minnesota 1:10Arizona at Seattle 1:10Los Angeles (NL) at Los Angeles (AL) TBDOakland at San Diego 1:05Texas at San Francisco 1:05Pittsburgh at Colorado 1:10
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Dave Trembley Baltimore Orioles
Terry Francona* Boston Red Sox
Ozzie Guillen* Chicago White Sox
Eric Wedge* Cleveland Indians
Jim Leyland Detroit Tigers
Trey Hillman Kansas City Royals
Mike Scioscia* Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
Ron Gardenhire* Minnesota Twins
Joe Girardi New York Yankees
Bob Geren Oakland Athletics
Don Wakamatsu Seattle Mariners
Joe Maddon* Tampa Bay Rays
Ron Washington* Texas Rangers
Cito Gaston Toronto Blue Jays
Cesar Izturis
Baltimore Orioles
Paul Konerko
Chicago White Sox
Brandon Inge
Detroit Tigers
Joe Mauer
Minnesota Twins
Nick Markakis
Baltimore Orioles
Jim Thome
Chicago White Sox
Jose Guillen
Kansas City Royals
Nick Swisher
New York Yankees
Derek Jeter
New York Yankees
Scott Rolen
Toronto Blue Jays
Vernon Wells
Toronto Blue Jays
Jason Bay
Boston Red Sox
Travis Hafner
Cleveland Indians
Mark Teahen
Kansas City Royals
Eric Chavez
Oakland Athletics
David Ortiz
Boston Red Sox
Curtis Granderson
Detroit Tigers
Torii Hunter
Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
Jason Giambi
Oakland Athletics
Ken Griffey, Jr.
Seattle Mariners
Mike Sweeney
Seattle Mariners
Carlos Pena
Tampa Bay Rays
Nomar Garciaparra
Oakland Athletics
Michael Young
Texas Rangers
2009 SChedUlePCF American League Player Representatives
PCF Team Managers
*PCF Lead Manager
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Player Home Team Runs
Eric Karros 15 Retired
Sammy Sosa 15 Retired
Ken Griffey, Jr. 13 Seattle Mariners
Alex Rodriguez 13 New York Yankees
Adam Dunn 12 Washington Nationals
Barry Bonds 11 Inactive
Pat Burrell 11 Tampa Bay Rays
Jason Giambi 11 Oakland Athletics
Manny Ramirez 11 Los Angeles Dodgers
Richie Sexson 11 Retired
Shawn Green 11 Retired
Tony Clark 10 Arizona Diamondbacks
Jim Edmonds 10 Retired
Luis Gonzalez 10 Retired
Andruw Jones 10 Texas Rangers
Jim Thome 10 Chicago White Sox
Albert Belle 9 Retired
Jeromy Burnitz 9 Retired
Player Home Team Runs
Juan Gonzalez 9 Retired
Todd Helton 9 Colorado Rockies
Phil Nevin 9 Retired
Mike Piazza 9 Retired
Frank Thomas 9 Retired
Larry Walker 9 Retired
Alfonso Soriano 8 Chicago Cubs
Gary Sheffield 8 New York Mets
Rafael Palmeiro 8 Retired
Raul Mondesi 8 Retired
Javier Lopez 8 Retired
Chipper Jones 8 Atlanta Braves
Torii Hunter 8 Los Angeles Angels
Carl Everett 8 Retired
J.D. Drew 8 Boston Red Sox
Carlos Delgado 8 New York Mets
Joe Crede 8 Minnesota Twins
Jeff Bagwell 8 Retired
National League
Adam Dunn 12 Washington Nationals
Manny Ramirez 11 Los Angeles Dodgers
Tony Clark 10 Arizona Diamondbacks
Todd Helton 9 Colorado Rockies
Carlos Delgado 8 New York Mets
J.D. Drew 8 Boston Red Sox
Torii Hunter 8 Los Angeles Angels
Chipper Jones 8 Atlanta Braves
Gary Sheffield 8 New York Mets
Alfonso Soriano 8 Chicago Cubs
Garret Anderson 7 Atlanta Braves
Carlos Beltran 7 New York Mets
Eric Byrnes 7 Arizona Diamondbacks
Troy Glaus 7 St. Louis Cardinals
Carlos Lee 7 Houston Astros
Aramis Ramirez 7 Chicago Cubs
Matt Stairs 7 Philadelphia Phillies
American League
Ken Griffey, Jr. 13 Seattle Mariners
Alex Rodriguez 13 New York Yankees
Pat Burrell 11 Tampa Bay Rays
Jason Giambi 11 Oakland Athletics
Andruw Jones 10 Texas Rangers
Jim Thome 10 Chicago White Sox
Joe Crede 8 Minnesota Twins
Vladimir Guerrero 7 Los Angeles Angels
Paul Konerko 7 Chicago White Sox
Hideki Matsui 7 New York Yankees
Jorge Posada 7 New York Yankees
Marcus Thames 6 Detroit Tigers
Scott Rolen 6 Toronto Blue Jays
Magglio Ordonez 6 Detroit Tigers
Justin Morneau 6 Minnesota Twins
Brandon Inge 6 Detroit Tigers
Eric Chavez 6 Oakland Athletics
All-Time HRC leaders
All-Time Active HRC leaders
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The average annual home run total is 135.
1996 statistics not included.
1997 – 114 1998 – 127 1999 – 126 2000 – 160 2001 – 149 2002 – 126 2003 – 130 2004 – 132 2005 – 128 2006 – 153 2007 – 130 2008 – 143
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progreSS againSt proState CanCer
1993
After two decades of supporting a broad range of medical research, Mike Milken establishes the PCF, originally called CaP CURE.
Fast-track grant guidelines limit applications to five pages, and fund projects within 90 days.
PCF Call-to-Action dinner in the Mansfield Room of the U.S. Senate. The PCF’s first $4.5 million in research awards are presented.
1994
First Scientific Retreat brings together scientists, researchers, government officials and business leaders.
1995
Four tissue banks and Gene & Family Studies Consortium created.
First Las Vegas Golf Invitational hosted by Steve and Elaine Wynn.
The PCF hosts FDA meeting to accelerate approval of oncology drugs.
National Cancer Summit to develop action plans.
1996
Prostate cancer on the cover of Time and Fortune magazines.
Therapy Consortium formed.
1997
Nutrition & Prostate Cancer published, detailing dietary guidelines.
Home Run Challenge raises $3 million for prostate cancer research.
1998
PCF Young Investigator Awards start.
THE MARCH in Washington and other cities draws hundreds of thousands to demand more government funding of cancer research. Funding doubles in five years.
The Taste for Living Cookbook published.
Senior PGA sponsorship begins.
1999
Mike Milken, Joe Torre and Senator Bob Dole testify before U.S. Senate for increased prostate-cancer research funding.
Michael Jordan and Wayne Gretzky play the Las Vegas Golf Invitational.
2000
U.S. News & World Report: “The [PCF’s] work is making a difference … [and] has led to 70 treatments now in human clinical trials.”
The PCF and others succeed in requiring Medicare to pay for clinical trials.
2001
With PCF support, California is 14th state to pay for the cost of clinical trials.
Safeway launches its prostate cancer campaign to support research.
The PCF’s first Gourmet Games.
2002
First Indian Wells Tennis Tournament.
Home Run Challenge named an official partner of Major League Baseball.
2003
Annual prostate cancer deaths fall well below expert predictions.
Tenth annual Scientific Retreat in N.Y.
2004
The PCF plays key role in N.Y. Senate legislation allowing taxpayers to check off tax refund donations.
A Call to Action published: a history of the PCF’s first decade.
PCF-funded researcher Aaron Ciechanover awarded the Nobel Prize in chemistry.
Fortune cover article calls Mike Milken “The Man Who Changed Medicine.”
2005
Fortune magazine announces the PCF will be its official charity in 2005.
The PCF publishes Report to the Nation, a guide for patients and their families.
Number of PCF-funded projects reaches 1,200; $260 million raised since 1993.
The PCF provides 46 researchers with Competitive Research Awards.
2006
Tenth anniversary: PCF Home Run Challenge.
2007
Jonathan Simons named CEO/President of the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
Three-pronged strategy introduced to provide larger, multiyear grants, support clinical trials and identify new biomarkers.
Safeway raises $10 million as part of its prostate cancer research funding program.
2008
The PCF reports a record year with $37.3 million in revenues; funds raised by the PCF since 1993 tops $350 million.
The PCF issues 20 three-year Young Investigator Awards and eight multi-year Challenge Awards, making a total commitment of nearly $24 million to new research.
New Prostate Cancer Strikeout Challenge launched with Bayer.
Nine-year-old Winter Vinecki helps raise $125,000 for the PCF in honor of her father.
Total government funding of prostate cancer has grown by a factor of 20 since 1993, to $550 million.
2009
The PCF funds $1 million for 10 one-year Creativity Awards.
The PCF releases Nutrition, Exercise and Prostate Cancer, the latest science-based guidelines for prostate cancer prevention and survivorship.
Marathon Hall of Famer and cancer survivor Bill Rodgers returns to the Boston Marathon to raise awareness for prostate cancer and the PCF’s Athletes for a Cure program.