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.…
A look at the Lakers’ possible roster moves this offseason
Hey everyone, it’s Dan Woike of the L.A. Times, and welcome to a “ready for the weekend” edition of the Lakers newsletter, the one time…
Chris Taylor’s playing time cut as Dodgers face roster questions
SAN FRANCISCO — Chris Taylor thought he was doing the right thing this offseason. Coming off a couple of underwhelming, injury-plagued and frustratingly inconsistent campaigns, the…
Kawhi Leonard’s health among Clippers’ biggest offseason questions
DALLAS — Steve Ballmer leaned over from his baseline seat and shook hands with a reporter walking by, the Clippers owner appearing somber after watching his…
Rams say Stetson Bennett will participate in offseason workouts
Quarterback Stetson Bennett apparently still has a future with the Rams. How long remains to be determined, but Bennett will participate in the team’s offseason…
Kiké Hernández bemoans ‘shameful’ state of MLB free agency
PHOENIX — Kiké Hernández did a lot of waiting this winter. Waiting not only on the Dodgers, but most other teams around Major League Baseball as…
Galaxy acquire Ghanaian winger Joseph Paintsil from Genk
The Galaxy finally got their man, acquiring Ghanaian winger Joseph Paintsil on a transfer from Genk of the Belgian Pro League on Wednesday, then signing…
Tony Clark defends Shohei Ohtani’s deferred Dodgers contract
PHOENIX — Like the rest of the baseball world, Tony Clark reacted with surprise at Shohei Ohtani’s decision to defer $680 million of his $700 million…
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…