Padres coy about plan for dealing with Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani
The first laugh line of this National League Division Series came on Friday afternoon, when San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt was asked how his…
How the Dodgers aim to be ‘the ones attacking’ opposing pitchers
Four times last year, the Dodgers saw Arizona Diamondbacks starter Merrill Kelly in the regular season.On almost every occasion, they had their way with the…
Marine League football coaches threaten boycott of Narbonne
Four Marine League football coaches signed a letter sent to City Section commissioner Vicky Lagos threatening to boycott games against Narbonne unless action is taken…
In a Dodgers-Padres matchup, Steve Garvey can’t lose
You can buy an autographed baseball in a million places, but you can buy a $75 autographed baseball from a U.S. Senate candidate in one…
D’Angelo Russell impressed with Lakers coach JJ Redick’s ‘high IQ’
D’Angelo Russell, the Lakers’ repentant point guard who has vowed to be more engaged this season, answered some questions Thursday as drama-free as possible.“The main…
Angel City given multiple penalties for NWSL salary-cap violation
Angel City was hit with multiple penalties Thursday after an investigation by the Women’s National Soccer League determined it violated the league’s salary cap.Angel City…
Dodgers look for redemption in NLDS rematch with San Diego Padres
The quote was so apt, Major League Baseball used it on social media to promote the Southern California showdown in this year’s National League Division…
Premier League fans finding their pubs and restaurants in L.A.
Adam Johnson became a soccer fan by accident.During a visit with family in London, Johnson’s brother-in-law handed him a Tottenham jacket. And when he put…
Will Justyn Martin start at quarterback for UCLA? Five things to watch vs. Penn State
Come on down, Justyn Martin?It was increasingly looking that way as UCLA finalized preparations for what’s going to be a difficult challenge no matter who…
The Sports Report: Dodgers strive to keep their competitive edge while awaiting NLDS
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…
Lakers newsletter: Max Christie heads list of young Lakers to watch in the preseason
Hey everyone, this is Dan Woike and welcome back to The Times Lakers Newsletter, or as me and my editors love to call it, “The…
Ultimate English Premier League bar guide: Where to watch your favorite team
A look at 19 bars in Southern California where you can watch your favorite English Premier League football teams on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Source…
Dodgers hope ‘different level of intensity’ fixes bye-week woes
Facing a third straight postseason that will begin with a five-day bye week — and still reeling from the early eliminations that followed the first…
Watching Chargers-Chiefs gave Derwin James Jr. deep thoughts
Derwin James Jr. didn’t necessarily like the view, but he liked what he saw.The safety who was suspended for the Chargers’ game against the Kansas…
For the Angels, Bally Sports is Plan A. What could Plan B be?
Three days after the Angels concluded the worst season in franchise history, their fans faced a new and urgent concern: Would they be able to…
Trump ‘resorted to crimes’ after losing 2020 election, prosecutors say
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump “resorted to crimes” after losing the 2020 election, federal prosecutors said in a court filing unsealed Wednesday that argues the former president…
The Sports Report: Lakers coach JJ Redick learns a lot on the first day of training camp
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…
How Shohei Ohtani became ‘one of the boys’ with Dodgers this season
The question was simple.The responses were strikingly alike.How well have the Dodgers gotten to know Shohei Ohtani this year?Well enough for several of his new…
The Sports Report: Pete Rose dies at 83
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 rides momentum of ‘great summer’ into new season
LeBron James was staring at his basketball mortality in the face.His team had been swept in the Western Conference finals the prior spring and his…