Los Angeles Sports News

Dodgers fan pulled switcheroo after catching a 'hated Padre' homer. Why did he keep the ball?

Los Angeles Times - Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:14

Dodgers fan Renan Zuniga was caught on national TV pulling a switcheroo with a home run ball hit by Padres' Manny Machado. The ball was important to Zuniga.

UCLA's defense suffers huge blow with star lineman Jay Toia entering transfer portal

Los Angeles Times - Thu, 04/18/2024 - 12:41

Top defensive lineman Jay Toia announced his decision to enter the transfer portal, a significant blow for the UCLA defense.

Judge rules against attempt to get Bob Baffert-trained horse into 2024 Kentucky Derby

Los Angeles Times - Thu, 04/18/2024 - 12:20

The attempt to allow Bob Baffert to run a horse in this year's Kentucky Derby was denied in a ruling on Thursday.

PFL expert picks: Loughnane prop, Gracie among top picks to consider

ESPN Los Angeles - Thu, 04/18/2024 - 10:28
As the 2024 PFL regular season continues, who has the edge at welterweight and featherweight?

UFL salaries vs. NFL stars' game checks: How fast 10 players make $54,000 on the field

ESPN Los Angeles - Thu, 04/18/2024 - 08:04
UFL players make $50K per season, plus a $400 per week housing stipend. How long does it take NFL players to make that salary? We picked 10.

Wednesday's high school baseball and softball scores

Los Angeles Times - Thu, 04/18/2024 - 07:29

High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for April 17.

The NBA's new Iron Man: Buddy Hield's 86-game season

ESPN Los Angeles - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 23:10
The 76ers sharpshooter is in the playoffs for the first time in his eight-year career. Here's why he needed more games than most to get there.

Prep sports roundup: Hart comes through with 2-1 baseball win over West Ranch

Los Angeles Times - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 19:45

Prep sports roundup: Eddie Gutierrez hits home run to help Hart stay alive in Foothill League title race with a 2-1 baseball victory over West Ranch.

'A great problem': Could Caitlin Clark make the U.S. Olympic team?

Los Angeles Times - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 17:09

Before even playing a WNBA game, Caitlin Clark has become a key figure in the U.S. Olympic roster discussion.

Ty Lue says Clippers preparing as if Kawhi Leonard will play in Game 1, but can he?

Los Angeles Times - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 15:50

The Clippers are hoping Kawhi Leonard (knee injury) will be in the lineup to open the playoffs against Dallas but coach Ty Lue says: "We don't know yet."

Dodgers shut out by Nationals, drop another series at home in Landon Knack's first start

Los Angeles Times - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 15:45

Landon Knack weathers a tough first inning in his MLB debut to pitch five innings for the Dodgers, but the offense goes quiet in a 2-0 loss to the Nationals.

In crowded USC cornerback competition, transfer DeCarlos Nicholson feels at home

Los Angeles Times - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 14:43

Mississippi State transfer DeCarlos Nicholson finds himself among a suddenly crowded group of cornerbacks competing for time in the Trojans secondary.

How a federal policy changes the future of service academy athletes

ESPN Los Angeles - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 12:59
Service academy athletes will have to serve two years following graduation before going to professional sports.

How IndyCar is managing interest from new teams

ESPN Los Angeles - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 12:02
While F1 is working to keep new entrants out, there are teams lining up to join IndyCar -- and the American open-wheel series is welcoming them with open arms.

Five takeaways from the midpoint of UCLA spring football practice

Los Angeles Times - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 09:46

With UCLA halfway through spring football practice, here are five takeaways for the Bruins thus far as they adjust to new coach DeShaun Foster.

Tuesday's high school baseball and softball scores

Los Angeles Times - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 08:49

High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for April 16.

Column: Jordan Coleman on pace to take his spot among elite sprinters

Los Angeles Times - Wed, 04/17/2024 - 05:30

Granada Hills senior Jordan Coleman is part of an explosive 4x100 relay team and is now hitting his stride in the 100 meters.

Mookie Betts continues his torrid start to lead Dodgers past the Nationals

Los Angeles Times - Tue, 04/16/2024 - 22:49

Mookie Betts had five hits and the bullpen finished with six scoreless innings to lead the Dodgers past Washington.