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The Times wins prestigious APSE triple crown, Bill Plaschke takes top columnist honors
TL;DR
The Los Angeles Times won the APSE triple crown for the sixth year in a row, excelling in multiple categories. Bill Plaschke was awarded top columnist honors for his impactful commentary in 2025.
Key points
- Los Angeles Times won APSE triple crown for sixth consecutive year
- Bill Plaschke received top columnist honors
- The Times excelled in multiple categories against major publications
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APSE awards
The Los Angeles Times' Nov. 3, 2025 sports cover chronicles the Dodgers' World Series win over the Toronto Blue Jays. (Los Angeles Times Staff)
The Times earned prestigious Associated Press Sports Editors triple crown honors for a sixth consecutive year, claimed first place in two individual categories and finished in the top 10 in eight categories.
The staff submitted work published in 2025 and competed against the largest print and digital sports publications in the country.
Bill Plaschke took top honors in the columnist category for a portfolio that included commentary about using boxing to aid his fight with Parkinson's disease, the affect of nearly losing his Altadena home in the Eaton Fire, the Dodgers' 18-inning win during the World Series and UCLA's fight for the right to break its Rose Bowl lease.
It was Plaschke's 10th first-place columnist finish of his career. He previously won the APSE's Red Smith Award, the highest honor in American sports journalism.
Read more: Plaschke: I'm fighting Parkinson’s one punch at a time
Q&A
What is the APSE triple crown and why is it significant?
The APSE triple crown recognizes excellence in sports journalism, and winning it signifies a publication's outstanding performance across multiple categories.
Who is Bill Plaschke and what did he win for?
Bill Plaschke is a columnist for the Los Angeles Times who won top honors for his commentary on various topics, including personal struggles and significant sports events.
How did the Los Angeles Times perform in the APSE awards?
The Los Angeles Times finished in the top 10 in eight categories and secured first place in two individual categories at the APSE awards.
