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Horse racing is looking to move on from Bob Baffert-Churchill Downs feud

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 09:12

Public sentiment may be moving in Baffert's favor as some see the extended suspension as vindictive. It played a role in Breeders' Cup going to Del Mar next year.

Analysis: What's next for the Kings after another first-round NHL playoff exit?

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 08:05

Did interim coach Jim Hiller show enough in getting the Kings to the playoffs for general manager Rob Blake to give Hiller the permanent job?

Takeaways from UCLA's first spring football practices under coach DeShaun Foster

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 06:00

New coach DeShaun Foster has rejuvenated UCLA's fan base and the players, but there is still some work to do.

Angels struggled with Mike Trout and Anthony Rendon. How much worse can they get?

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 05:00

Mike Trout and Anthony Rendon are back on the injured list, and with Shohei Ohtani a Dodger, the Angels are giving young players a chance to establish themselves.

Hernández: James Harden delivers a trademark disappearing act at the worst time for the Clippers

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 05:00

James Harden scored just seven points during the Clippers' critical Game 5 playoff loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday, an unacceptable tally.

With oil funds and Formula One, Saudi Arabia steamrolls its way onto sports' hallowed grounds

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 04:00

Saudi Arabia's oil riches have rocked soccer, golf, even esports, and the autocratic kingdom is expanding in Formula One car racing. What's behind the push?

Resilience's Kentucky Derby hopes carry a memory and a legacy

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 04:00

Wood Memorial winner Resilience represents the dream of longtime California breeder Martin Wygod, who died last month. He was on the Del Mar board for 25 years.

High school baseball and softball: Wednesday's scores and updated playoff pairings

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 23:58

High school baseball and softball scores, including updated Southern Section playoff pairings, from Wednesday, May 1.

For third year in a row, Kings' season ended by Edmonton

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 23:06

The Edmonton Oilers eliminate the Kings from the playoffs once again, this time beating them in five games.

Clippers on brink of playoff elimination after losing Game 5 to Mavericks

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 22:41

Luka Doncic has 35 points and 10 assists to lead the Mavericks to a Game 3 victory on Wednesday night, putting the Clippers down 3-2 in best-of-seven series.

Not looking for revenge: Dodgers earn series win, but no redemption, in blowout of Diamondbacks

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 22:35

The Dodgers don't look at defeating the Diamondbacks as making up for last year's loss in the postseason.

Palisades wins 15th consecutive City Section boys tennis title

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 18:54

Top-seeded Palisades defeats Granada Hills to win its 40th City Section tennis championship and 15th in a row.

Prep sports roundup: Birmingham moves closer to clinching West Valley League title

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 18:54

Birmingham defeats Chatsworth 10-0 to move two games ahead of second-place Granada Hills in the West Valley League baseball standings.

Is Clippers' series over? 'Dallas to Cancun' ad near Crypto.com Arena trolls Mavericks

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 17:26

A billboard across from Crypto.com Arena trolls the Dallas Mavericks before the Clippers host them Wednesday in Game 5 of the first round playoffs.

Acting as if they won the draft lottery, Sparks say 'we're going to shock a lot of people'

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 16:57

The Sparks don't have a "superstar" on the roster this season, but their draft picks and revamped roster could help end their playoff drought.

Mayor Bass deletes tweet after Lakers' season ends: 'At least we won the in season tournament!'

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:44

An X post from the verified account of L.A. Mayor Karen Bass touted the Lakers' in-season tournament win following the team's playoff series loss to the Nuggets.

Tuesday's high school baseball and softball scores

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 08:31

High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for April 30.

The Dodgers bullpen was turning a corner. Now, a spate of injuries has cut into its depth

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 07:58

The Dodgers are nowhere near having their full complement of relievers. At least in the near future, situations similar to Tuesday might not be all that rare.

Column: Hart's Jim Ozella sets example of how to coach in the age of uncertainty

Wed, 05/01/2024 - 05:30

Hart High baseball coach Jim Ozella is retiring after 25 years at the Newhall campus. He learned how to handle his job in trying times.