How the Dodgers benefit from salary deferrals and signing bonuses
It has become a predictable talking point around baseball the last couple of offseasons, amplified every time the Dodgers sign a star on what has…
Dodgers reportedly agree to terms with left-hander Tanner Scott
Roki Sasaki might have been the exclamation point on yet another big Dodgers offseason.But the team isn’t done adding to its 2025 roster yet.In another…
Chargers takeaways: Help needed at edge, receiver, interior line
The Chargers’ Ladd McConkey (15) runs to complete an 86-yard touchdown catch as the Texans’ cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (24) trails. McConkey, who had an…
Dodgers Dugout: Where’s Howie Mandel? Dodgers spend offseason playing “Deal or No Deal”
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. We’re back! Thanks for your patience while I took some time…
How will Dodgers reward Dave Roberts? Will they land Roki Sasaki?
Roki Sasaki will wait until the 2025 international signing period opens on Jan. 15, when clubs will have money bonus pool money available to sign…
Teoscar Hernández agrees to 3-year, $66-million deal with Dodgers
Teoscar Hernández wanted to stay with the Dodgers.The Dodgers wanted to keep Teoscar Hernández.As the sides grinded through a weeks-long negotiation for the free-agent outfielder…
With winter meetings over, what’s left on Dodgers’ to-do list?
DALLAS — The New York Mets added Juan Soto, but the Dodgers’ lineup remains deeper and more dangerous.The New York Yankees inked Max Fried, but the…
Chargers’ Derwin James Jr., Daiyan Henley bonded by MMA training
Plays go awry. Opponents score touchdowns. The Chargers even can lose a close game, but through every on-field adversity, Derwin James Jr. calmly looks at…
The Sports Report: Dodgers have key offseason decisions to make
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 to move Mookie Betts back to the infield in 2025
Giants pitcher Blake Snell works against the Diamondbacks during a game in April. (Jeff Chiu / Associated Press) The Dodgers’ other big need this offseason,…
Despite questions at WR and CB, Chargers stand firm at trade deadline
Joe Hortiz made aggressive moves this offseason, but when it came to Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline, the Chargers’ general manager stood firm with the roster…
Dodgers’ offseason begins as Teoscar Hernández, others hit free agency
Outfielder Juan Soto became a free agent this offseason. Will the Dodgers, who just faced him in the World Series, make a play for him?…
Lakers hire Dr. Vanessa Brooks as head athletic trainer
The Lakers have hired Dr. Vanessa Brooks as their head athletic trainer, people with knowledge of the situation not authorized to speak publicly on the…
Chargers keep just two quarterbacks on their 53-man roster
Luis Perez and Isaiah Spiller were notable cuts Tuesday as the Chargers reduced their roster to 53 players by the NFL’s mandatory deadline.Perez was signed…
Chargers to practice new kickoff rules in scrimmage with Rams
The Chargers will get their first chance to test their kickoff and kickoff return approach to the NFL’s dynamic rule change in live action Sunday…
Jimmy Garoppolo runs Rams show as Matthew Stafford watches
No elbow problem. No money-related hold-in.Just a scheduled day off.Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford did not practice Monday — the team’s first in pads — but…
LeBron James says Bronny’s summer league stats don’t matter
LAS VEGAS — As LeBron James sat in the upper balcony of the practice facility at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, where Team USA is…
The Sports Report: It’s official: Lakers’ offseason has been terrible
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…
LeBron James’ new deal confirms the Lakers’ offseason is a bust
The Lakers give an aging star a generous contract extension that ensures he will retire in their uniform. The Lakers know this contract will restrict…
Four ways the Mookie Betts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto injuries impact Dodgers
Ever since the week the Dodgers acquired Glasnow and Yamamoto this offseason, it was clear those two would be the biggest anchors in their rotation.…