Steve Garvey, former Park City resident and MLB star, intensifies US Senate campaign in California

Photo: Former MLB Star and current U.S. Senate candidate Steve Garvey. Photo: Steve Garvey for U.S. Senate.

LOS ANGELES – Steve Garvey, a former Park City resident and MLB star, is beginning to intensify his campaign efforts for California’s open U.S. Senate seat.

Garvey began his professional baseball career in 1968 debuting for the Ogden Dodgers in Utah, a minor league affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. He is a 10-time all-star and 1974 National League MVP, and he also helped the Dodgers win a World Series title in 1981.

Years after his playing career for the Dodgers and the San Diego Padres ended, Garvey relocated to Park City, buying a 14,000-square-foot home near Hideout in 2000.

During his time in Park City, from 2000 to 2004, Garvey and his wife, Candace, frequented the Stein Erickson Lodge at Deer Valley Resort.

After his stint in Park City, Garvey returned back to California, moving to Los Angeles.

Garvey entered the U.S. Senate race for the late Dianne Feinstein’s seat in 2023, running as a Republican in a Democratic stronghold. California has not elected a Republican Senator since 1988.

“I played in front of millions of fans. I never played for Democrats or Republicans or independents. I played for all of you. Now I’m running for the U.S. Senate in California. A state that I believe at one time was the heartbeat of America. And now it’s just a murmur,” Garvey said in a campaign video.

Despite Garvey’s illustrious professional baseball career, he has struggled with debt since his playing days have ended. In a 2006 interview with the LA Times, Garvey attributes his financial problems to tax liabilities, numerous legal battles, and financial support for his nine children.

Garvey is currently facing current U.S. Representative Adam Schiff, a Democrat, for the open Senate seat.

Throughout his campaign, Garvey has spoke on reforming the U.S. immigration system, prioritizing water management, supporting law enforcement, and auditing money that has been spent on combatting California’s homelessness crisis.

“I’ve been fortunate to wear many hats in my life — from professional athlete to businessman to philanthropist. But the one thing that has remained consistent is my love for this great state and my desire to make a difference,” Garvey said in a statement.

“In baseball, it’s not about the individual; it’s about the team. I believe the same holds true for politics. It’s time we come together, find common ground, and work towards a brighter future.”