Pacifica looks to stay on top this softball season
As the 2024 softball season begins, no program in the Southland has higher expectations than defending Southern Section Division 1 champion Garden Grove Pacifica, which…
Former USC star Sam Darnold has a backup plan with the 49ers
LAS VEGAS — During the San Francisco 49ers’ run to Super Bowl LVIII, Sam Darnold’s one-play-away mentality as a backup quarterback came to life. In…
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…
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…
With Lauren Betts still out, No. 7 UCLA loses to No. 4 Stanford
PALO ALTO — Tara VanDerveer pulled each of her star post players aside and asked them to stay within themselves and play to their strengths. Cameron…
After signing Aaron Hicks, do Angels have room for Jo Adell?
The Angels signed veteran outfielder Aaron Hicks to a one-year, $740,000 deal on Monday, giving them some insurance in case of injury to a starter…
Should Lakers still try to trade D’Angelo Russell?
D’Angelo Russell looked at Taurean Prince in the corner by the Lakers’ bench immediately after perfect ball movement got his teammate a wide-open three. As…
Paul George and Clippers dominate Phoenix Suns for win No. 23
Seated late at his locker Sunday night, Clippers center Ivica Zubac pondered his team’s streak-breaking loss to the Lakers. The best thing about losing in…
NFL playoff matchups: Rams vs. Lions a real-life fantasy
The Motor City is turbocharged. Not only is the University of Michigan playing for a national championship on Monday night, but also the Detroit Lions…
No. 9 USC rallies late behind JuJu Watkins to beat Oregon
JuJu Watkins scored 17 points, including eight in the fourth quarter, and No. 9 USC pulled away late for a 68-54 victory Sunday over Oregon.…
With Shohei Ohtani gone, Angels have challenge of overhauling roster
The massive poster of Shohei Ohtani was long gone by the time Raymond Diaz, a 33-year-old Angels fan, walked up to Angel Stadium shortly after…
Alabama’s Justin Eboigbe returns from neck injury
Justin Eboigbe says he just wanted to come back as “a better version of myself.” It’s the goal that helped push the Alabama defensive end…
Rams takeaways: Puka Nacua, Demarcus Robinson catching fire
Rams safety Jordan Fuller (4) is congratulated by teammates after his interception against the Saints. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times) Safety Jordan Fuller…
Lincoln Riley and USC’s vaunted receiver depth is no more
Dennis Simmons had spent the better part of the last two decades coaching college receivers, so it was no small thing last fall, when he…
Dodgers, Rays in serious talks for potential Tyler Glasnow trade
After beginning their offseason with a historic opening act, the Dodgers are in discussions for a blockbuster encore. Just days removed from their heavily deferred…
Quinton Byfield proving his doubters wrong amid Kings surge
Patience may be a virtue, but it’s not always a popular sentiment in a win-now, tweet-fast world. When the burden and high expectations that go…
Dave Roberts say Mookie Betts will be full-time second baseman
NASHVILLE — Mookie Betts playing second base is no longer just an experiment. According to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, the team is planning to move…