As a journalist, Plaschke, in his 21st year with the Times, has been named National Sports Columnist of the Year by a variety of organizations, including Associated Press, Sigma Delta Chi, and National Headliners. He has been a Pulitzer Prize entrant, and his work has been featured in several editions of the annual "Best American Sports Writing" book. He has also published a collection of his columns entitled, "Plaschke: Good Sports, Spoil Sports, Foul Balls and Odd Balls." Plaschke is also a regular panelist on the ESPN daily talk show, "Around The Horn."

Prep parent, Bill Plaschke will gather a few of his colleagues and join your party of 12 at Pasadena's hottest new restaurant, A / K / A An American Bistro for great food, fine wine and a career of unbelievable stories. A / K / A owner, and Prep parent Robert Simon will host this evening in A / K / A's private dining room where you and your guests will feast upon a five-course chef's menu with wine pairings. This will be a dinner that you soon won't forget.