The untimely death of Adenhart continues to send ripples throughout the Bay Area sports community. The Giants and the A’s each prepare to welcome their respective seasons, but do so with heavy hearts. Ray Ratto and Bruce Jenkins offer insight into putting grief in its place. Plus, a disappointing loss for the Sharks puts a somber cap on an already gloomy day in sports, April 10th, 2009.

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A’s to look forward by looking back in season opener. Chron

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President’s Trophy will remain behind glass as Coyotes surprise Sharks 4-1. Chron, CBS5

Teammates, family, fans mourn and remember Adenhart. Chron, Chron

FROM THE SF CHRONICLE

Bruce Jenkins: A daunting task lies ahead for the Angels

Ray Ratto: Dark skies, literal and metaphoric, will mar the A’s opener.

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