Shohei Ohtani ‘trending’ toward being ready for opening day
PHOENIX — Shohei Ohtani wasn’t swinging at maximum intensity Monday. But, in his first on-field batting practice since undergoing elbow surgery last year, the new Dodgers…
Prep Rally: Contreras High’s soccer team can inspire us all
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. As a Los Angeles native, born and raised, there’s nothing more…
The Super Bowl LVIII Sports Report: Everything you didn’t think you needed to know about the game
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’ Walker Buehler confident he’s still a big-game pitcher
PHOENIX — He’s played with Clayton Kershaw, who would insist he was healthy when he really wasn’t because he was determined to make his next start.…
Shohei Ohtani mindful that his situation on the Dodgers is unique
Introductions are important in Japanese culture, so much so there are entire rituals built around them. When Japanese reporters meet someone for the first time,…
Shohei Ohtani says he’s just trying to fit in with Dodgers
PHOENIX — Shohei Ohtani’s first media scrum from Camelback Ranch as a Dodger went just about as expected Friday. A massive cohort of Japanese reporters, most…
The Sports Report: First look at the Kobe Bryant statue
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: Clayton Kershaw is back (so is Jack)
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell and the Dodgers reunited with two pitchers this week. Newsletter Are…
Shohei Ohtani can avoid toilet on Dodger bus ride with a good story
Shohei Ohtani is a two-way player, a two-time American League MVP and a superstar with a rabid fan base. He’s got to have some good…
The Sports Report: Clayton Kershaw returns to the Dodgers
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…
Thankfully, fittingly, Clayton Kershaw returns to Dodgers
When Los Angeles last saw Clayton Kershaw, his head was buried in his hands and boos were ringing in his ears. His shoulder was shot.…
Dodgers re-sign Clayton Kershaw, who avoids retirement
The sun hasn’t set on Clayton Kershaw’s Dodgers tenure after all. On Tuesday, the free-agent pitcher and Dodgers icon agreed to a contract to return…
The Sports Report: Lakers continue surge with win over Charlotte
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 handle first Ohtani mania test, but challenges loom
Walking up a stairway on the backside of the outfield pavilion, Shohei Ohtani was accompanied by his interpreter, a couple of Dodgers public relations officials,…
The Sports Report: Clippers stay hot with victory over Miami
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…
Shohei Ohtani bobblehead night for two? Prices start at $300
So you’d like to grab a Shohei Ohtani bobblehead from the Dodgers? You don’t need a good seat. The Dodgers have the most seats to…
Dodgers re-sign Ryan Brasier, trade Caleb Ferguson
Days before pitchers and catchers report to spring training in Arizona, the Dodgers’ bullpen situation became a little more clear Monday. The team and veteran…
Prep Rally: Breaking down the high school basketball playoff pairings
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. It’s playoff time in basketball, soccer, girls’ water polo and wrestling.…
Dodgers decide to delay Walker Buehler’s start to season
As eager as Walker Buehler is to return from his second Tommy John surgery, the erstwhile Dodgers ace will have to wait at least an…
Amid Shohei Ohtani chants, Dodgers shrug at their naysayers
The latest iteration of baseball’s Evil Empire assembled under cool, cloudy skies at Chavez Ravine on Saturday, with two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani, the centerpiece of…