California baseball
Definition
Baseball as played or associated with the state of California, renowned for its rich history dating back to the late 19th century, including pioneer teams, minor leagues like the California League, and a powerhouse presence in Major League Baseball with teams such as the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Angels, and San Diego Padres.
Collegiate and amateur baseball programs in California, exemplified by the University of California, Berkeley Golden Bears (Cal Baseball), which compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference and boast a storied tradition.
The cultural phenomenon of baseball in the Golden State, blending sunny ballparks, Hollywood flair, tech-savvy fans, and historic rivalries that have shaped America's pastime from coast to coast.
Examples
After the A's ditched Oakland for Vegas, California baseball purists are left catching fly balls in empty coliseums.
In California baseball, the only thing hotter than the July sun is a Dodgers-Giants brawl at the plate.
Cal baseball fans tailgate with avocado toast and craft IPAs, proving you can have your home run and eat it too.
Forget the crack of the bat—California baseball's real soundtrack is the roar of traffic on the 405 to Dodger Stadium.