It was meant to be,” said Eckersley, who was born in Oakland, raised in Fremont and began playing with the A’s in 1987, Jackson’s final season in Oakland and of his career.

Reggie Jackson, the former MLB player known as Mr. October, remains active in the baseball world through various roles and business ventures. Currently residing in Los Angeles, he focuses on his ...

"I've always been able to hear and read what I say before I say it. That's why I'm a good quote. Or a good interview. If I say something that's uncomfortable for someone's ears, it's going to be ...

FILE - This combo of file photos shows Oakland Athletics player Reggie Jackson, left, in 1973, and as New York Yankees player on Oct. 10, 1978. (AP Photo/File) TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — A look at the ...