Aaron Boone says some Dodgers could’ve shown ‘more class’ after World Series
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone hopes his team does this year what the Dodgers did last season — win a championship.If that happens, however,…
Clayton Kershaw will finish his career with the Dodgers. As he should
PHOENIX — He turns 37 next month. He’s the most decorated pitcher of his generation and one of the most decorated pitchers in history. He’s won an…
Yoshinobu Yamamoto has bigger 2025 goals beyond opening day start
PHOENIX — Last year, Yoshibou Yamamoto’s season debut was a cause for alarm.This year it will signal just how much trust the Japanese right-hander has earned entering…
MLB offseason winners and losers: Dodgers won. How did other teams do?
With the signings of infielder Alex Bregman by the Boston Red Sox and starting pitcher Nick Pivetta by the San Diego Padres, a reasonably fair…
The Sports Report: Lakers enter All-Star break on the wrong note
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
What is ceiling for rookie Roki Sasaki? ‘Inside, I’m really nervous’
PHOENIX — Which Los Angeles newcomer will have a better season, Roki Sasaki or Luka Doncic?“Being biased,” Dave Roberts said with a hearty laugh, “I hope it’s…
Dodgers open spring training focused on avoiding World Series hangover
PHOENIX — As the Dodgers officially opened spring training at Camelback Ranch on Tuesday, reminders of the team’s 2024 World Series title were everywhere. On the side…
Absurdly talented Dodgers make record 120 MLB wins seem inevitable
PHOENIX — The Dodgers have fielded stacked teams during the previous 12 years, but none of them were as stacked as the team they have now.A $1.4-billion…
Kenley Jansen agrees to deal with Angels, returns to Southern California
Kenley Jansen is returning to Southern California, the veteran closer agreeing to terms on Tuesday to a one-year, $10-million contract with the Angels pending a…
Dodgers Dugout: Our long national nightmare is over: Kiké Hernández is back
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. I usually try to avoid one topic newsletters unless the news…
Dodgers bring back former GM Farhan Zaidi in special advisor role
PHOENIX — A familiar face is returning to the Dodgers’ front office.On Monday, the club brought back former general manager Farhan Zaidi in a special advisor role,…
Four things to watch as the Dodgers begin 2025 spring training
PHOENIX — Ninety-nine percent. According to Baseball Prospectus’ PECOTA projection system, that is the Dodgers’ likelihood of making the playoffs this year. A whopping 99.4%,…
Prep Rally: It will take a while to get used to computer playoff seedings
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. It’s playoff time for the winter sports. Let the postseason begin.The…
Utilityman Kiké Hernández agrees to new contract with Dodgers
After welcoming a flurry of new faces to the organization this offseason, the Dodgers brought back a much more familiar figure on Sunday.The team and…
How Dave Roberts and Rich Aurilia turned bond over wine into business
A great wine is pleasurable and smooth, with a long, satisfying finish. It makes you wonder where it’s been all your life.In other words, it’s…
Letters: Mixed reviews from readers on Lakers’ blockbuster trade
As the texts started flying in last Saturday night regarding the Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic trade (was it real?), I harkened back to another…
The Sports Report: Lakers make another big trade
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
The Sports Report: UCLA men get big win over No. 9 Michigan State
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
The Sports Report: Rams are apparently set to trade Cooper Kupp
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Dodgers Dugout: What to look for in spring training, and is Kiké Hernández coming back?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell and pitchers and catchers report Feb. 11. The team’s first spring…