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MRI reveals 'best-case scenario' for Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz

Maddie Lee — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:10:56 GMT

The imaging Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz underwent Wednesday was clean, manager Dave Roberts said. Díaz is on the IL with neck inflammation.

Five things to watch for when the Chargers take on the 49ers in preseason action

Joaquin Ruiz — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:53:07 GMT

Five things to watch for when the Chargers face the San Francisco 49ers in the preseason on Thursday night at SoFi Stadium, including more time for the projected starters.

Sparks star Nneka Ogwumike to retire from WNBA after 15 seasons

Marisa Ingemi — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:08:10 GMT

Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike, an 11-time WNBA All-Star, will retire at the end of the season, the team announced Wednesday morning.

Bill Rasmussen, who founded ESPN as the first 24/7 all-sports network, dies at 93

Cerys Davies, Stephen Battaglio — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:51:10 GMT

Bill Rasmussen, the founder of ESPN who revolutionized sports media, has died. He was 93 and suffered from Parkinson's disease.

San Diego Padres minor league coach seized by ICE en route home to Arizona

Steve Henson — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:51:03 GMT

San Diego Padres catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela was detained at El Paso International Airport and remains in ICE custody pending removal proceedings.

Top storylines for the 2026 Southland high school football season

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Who's going unbeaten? Which first-year coach will be best? Which week features the best games? Let's examine the hot topics for the season.

Westlake High kicker Gabriel Goroyan is ready for big moments

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The 5-foot-11, 180-pound, even-keeled senior is a former soccer player who gravitated toward kicking, and it has paid off with a scholarship from Stanford.

Prep talk: Running back Braylin Drake is finally healthy for Corona Centennial

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Injuries limited his playing time last season, but the senior playmaker enters the 2026 campaign ready to prove himself given the opportunity.

This week's top high school football games

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

A look at two of the top high school football games involving Southland teams this week: Centennial vs. Servite and St. John Bosco at Bishop Gorman.

Girls' flag football: Tuesday's scores

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:32:09 GMT

Check out Tuesday's girls' flag football scores.

Kyle Tucker finally breaks hitless streak in Dodgers' win, searches for light in dark season

Maddie Lee — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:47:34 GMT

Kyle Tucker finally ended his career-high hitless streak at seven games with a double during the Dodgers' win over Colorado.

Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz heads back to injured list because of neck inflammation

Maddie Lee — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:02:42 GMT

Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz, who's had three blown saves in six appearances since returning to action last month, has been placed on the injured list with neck inflammation.

Chargers center Tyler Biadasz reportedly out indefinitely with an ACL injury

Joaquin Ruiz — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:10:59 GMT

Chargers center Tyler Biadasz went down after 49ers defensive tackle Sebastian Valdez fell on his left leg during a drill. He reportedly sustained an ACL injury.

UCLA defensive back Cole Martin embodied Bob Chesney's values before meeting the coach

Connor Dullinger — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:08:37 GMT

UCLA defensive back Cole Martin decided to stay at UCLA after one meeting with new coach Bob Chesney helped him realize they had much in common.

Hayden Panettiere's ex-fiancé Wladimir Klitschko mourns a mother and 'immense talent'

Alexandra Del Rosario — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:53:44 GMT

Hayden Panettiere's ex-fiancé Wladimir Klitschko pens an emotional sendoff to 'the mother of our daughter, Kaya' and asks followers to respect his family's privacy.

Gardena Serra defensive back Wesley Ace has speed to thrill

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Although he's only 5 feet 9 and 180 pounds, the senior cornerback uses speed and athleticism to make up for his lack of size.

Prep talk: Former NFL tight end Dennis Pitta now training tight ends at San Clemente

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Dennis Pitta, an All-American at Brigham Young, is having fun developing next generation of tight ends as an assistant coach at San Clemente.

How Jacob Shaffelburg's wild World Cup ride is helping fuel LAFC's post-break surge

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Jacob Shaffelburg and LAFC's two other FIFA World Cup players have played leading roles in the team's strong run since the break.

Carson starts out No. 1 in City Section football rankings

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Defending City Open Division champion Colts will also test themselves against Southern Section teams

Why the notoriously reserved Rafael Nadal bared his soul for Netflix's 'Rafa'

Max Gao — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

'You don't want to create a story of just roses,' the retired tennis legend says of Zach Heinzerling's docuseries, in which he opens up about the physical and mental toll of greatness.

Shohei Ohtani homers twice to help power Dodgers to victory over Rockies

Maddie Lee — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 03:44:31 GMT

Shohei Ohtani hits his 28th and 29th home runs of the season and Blake Snell gives up two hits over six innings in the Dodgers' 11-5 win over Colorado.

Jeanie Buss contests family sale of Lakers ownership stake to Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:22:21 GMT

Jeanie Buss' attorney demanded her brothers retract statements the Buss family is selling its 17.8% ownership stake, citing a court ruling she is to be owner for life.

NBA, Clippers clash over progress in Kawhi Leonard salary-cap circumvention investigation

Steve Henson — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:13:31 GMT

An NBA investigation into whether the Clippers used sponsor deals to circumvent the salary cap and pay Kawhi Leonard millions has reached a key discussion stage.

'Rare accomplishment': How Max Muncy went from being cast off to longest-tenured Dodger

Joaquin Ruiz — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:08:25 GMT

No one could've foreseen the unobtrusively great career that Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy has carved out for himself, specifically over the last nine seasons in Los Angeles.

Mater Dei's depth, Sierra Canyon's star power could define girls' volleyball season

Steve Galluzzo — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Mater Dei and Sierra Canyon are the early favorites to win the CIF Southern Section Division 1 title in girls' volleyball this season.

Crenshaw High linebacker De'Andre Kirkpatrick perseveres after death of parents

Eric Sondheimer — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

When he was in eighth grade, he was grieving the loss of his dad and mom. Now, he's an All-City football player with his senior season ahead of him.

Prep talk: Val Moreno begins his 33rd year on chain crew for Servite home games

Eric Sondheimer — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Val Moreno is one of many volunteers helping high schools in various capacities across Southern California.

Swanson: Tarik Skubal's gritty starts would pay off if slumping Dodgers would wake up

Mirjam Swanson — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Tarik Skubal has yet to have a Cy Young-caliber start for the Dodgers, but at least he's battling. The rest of the team is in a much worse funk.

The Times' top 10 high school flag football rankings

Steve Galluzzo — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:43:23 GMT

JSerra is The Times' No. 1 girls' flag football team in the Southland after winning the Chargers tournament.

Dave Roberts hopes dropping series to Brewers 'doesn't come back to bite' Dodgers

Joaquin Ruiz — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:21:52 GMT

Despite a solid start from Tarik Skubal, lackluster hitting once again proves costly for the Dodgers in a 6-2 loss to the first-place Milwaukee Brewers.

Taryn Brasher and Kristen Cruz clinch three-peat at Manhattan Beach Open

Jordan Puente — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:21:09 GMT

Taryn Brasher and Kristen Cruz clinched a Manhattan Beach Open three-peat on Sunday, sweeping Kelly Cheng and Megan Kraft.

Stephen A. Smith gets an 'F' from Black journalists group. He is declaring war

Greg Braxton — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:13:43 GMT

The outspoken commentator on sports and news got a "Thumbs Down " from the National Assn. of Black Journalists for his criticism of Black women in politics.

High school football: Week 0 schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:46:34 GMT

Here's the CIF City Section and Southern Section football schedule for Week 0 of the 2026 season.

Tommy John, Dodgers pitcher and medical pioneer, dies at 83

Michael Kupper — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 17:45:42 GMT

Tommy John, who ruptured a ligament in his left elbow in 1974, agreed to a radical surgery that revived his career and changed baseball. He pitched for 26 years.

JSerra High's Godschoice Eboigbodin has become a top defensive lineman prospect

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The 6-foot-5, 260-pound senior from Nigeria was a promising basketball player who joined the football team as a sophomore. Now he's a top edge rusher.

How LA28 aims to stage 'the best Paralympic Games ever'

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Is Los Angeles ready to host the Paralympics? L.A. 28 organizers hope the city can deliver a transformational boost mirroring the 1984 Olympics.

Shaikin: For Dodgers' Charley Steiner, a complete game three years in the making

Bill Shaikin — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

For the first time since beating his cancer into remission, radio play-by-play broadcaster Charley Steiner called a complete game for the Dodgers.

How AVP athletes Chaim Schalk and Toni Rodriguez found love on tour

Jordan Puente — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 10:45:00 GMT

Manhattan Beach Open competitors Chaim Schalk and Toni Rodriguez got engaged after forging a special connection during a three-week overseas trip.

What's at stake for Dodgers' owner Mark Walter as authorities probe his businesses

Laurence Darmiento — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

With the Department of Justice, the SEC and state insurance regulators probing Mark Walter's businesses, the Dodgers owner has a lot on the line.

Swanson: The Dodgers need Mookie to be Mookie

Mirjam Swanson — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Dodgers need Betts to be that right-handed hitter who will keep opposing pitchers honest in a lineup of lefty stars. He's shown glimpses of that lately.

High school flag football: Scores for Thursday, Friday and Saturday

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:07:34 GMT

CIF Southern Section and City Section high school girls' flag football scores for Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Sean McVay on Aaron Donald comeback: 'We're not at that point quite yet'

Gary Klein — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:17:22 GMT

Rams coach Sean McVay says the team is still working through a few things with Aaron Donald on the defensive tackle's potential return from retirement.

Jacob Misiorowski outduels Justin Wrobleski as Brewers send Dodgers to frustrating loss

Joaquin Ruiz — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:03:42 GMT

Dodgers starter Justin Wrobleski gives up two home runs and Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski holds the Dodgers' big hitters at bay in Milwaukee's 4-1 victory.

Ty Simpson impresses in his Rams debut during preseason win over Chiefs

Gary Klein — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 23:21:28 GMT

Rams rookie quarterback Ty Simpson puts in a solid debut and avoids making any major mistakes in a 20-12 preseason win over the Kansas City Chiefs.

High school football: This week's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:02:37 GMT

Scores from Week 0 games involving Southland teams on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Murrieta Valley High's Vincent Shields made a move to offensive line that is paying off

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Formerly a linebacker, the 6-foot-5, 280-pound junior was convinced to become a blocker and continues to improve and excel at offensive tackle.

Letters to Sports: Lakers sale to Iger and Kushner is talk of L.A.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section share their thoughts on the Lakers' sale to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner, the WNBA, Dodgers and more.

Edwin Díaz feels he's 'going in a good direction' after escaping jam in Dodgers' win

Maddie Lee — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 04:57:16 GMT

Yoshinobu Yamamoto gives up just four hits over six solid innings as the Dodgers overcome another shaky Edwin Díaz performance to beat Milwaukee 3-1.

Shohei Ohtani takes important step in his push to return to Dodgers' rotation

Maddie Lee — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 01:39:27 GMT

Shohei Ohtani threw 34 pitches off a bullpen mound before Friday's game against Milwaukee as the Dodgers' star works toward returning to the rotation.

Multiple coaches at El Camino Real placed on administrative leave amid investigation

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:22:59 GMT

El Camino Real, which replaced its head of school and assistant principal in charge of athletics, is now investigating coaches.

Inside Lakers mega-deal: Mark Walter made a shocking decision. Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner jumped at the chance

Steve Henson — Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:12:30 GMT

The lightning-quick sale of the Lakers to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner comes as Mark Walter faces federal probes into allegedly conflicted insurance loans.

'Ready to show who I am': Ty Simpson embracing the pressure of his first Rams test

Gary Klein — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:57:08 GMT

Fans have high expectations for rookie quarterback Ty Simpson, who is embracing the pressure that comes with being Matthew Stafford's heir apparent.

USC quarterback Jayden Maiava pushes to use his voice as he enters his third season

Jordan Puente — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:29:30 GMT

USC quarterback Jayden Maiava is hoping to take a step forward during his third season running coach Lincoln Riley's offense, starting with being more vocal in practice.

Chaminade, San Clemente, Beaumont win football openers in Hawaii

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:54:34 GMT

Quarterbacks come through in opening games for Southland high school football teams in Hawaii on Thursday.

High school football: Thursday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:23:38 GMT

Check out Thursday's high school football scores from Southland teams.

Santa Margarita High tight end Luke Gazzaniga is set to fight to the finish

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

While he might be the youngest and smallest of his brothers, the 6-foot-4 senior is ready to make a big splash this season and beyond.

Swanson: Dave Roberts and Dodgers need to stop using Edwin Díaz in high-leverage moments

Mirjam Swanson — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Edwin Díaz has pulled a 2025 Tanner Scott and become a major liability for the Dodgers. They simply have to find another role for Díaz in the bullpen.

Another Edwin Díaz meltdown dooms Dodgers in loss to first-place Brewers

Maddie Lee — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:17:07 GMT

Dave Roberts was hopeful Edwin Díaz had turned a corner since coming back from injury, but the Dodgers closer gave up another lead in a loss to Milwaukee.

Chargers preseason opener takeaways: Amar Johnson adds intrigue to running back battle

Sam Farmer — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 02:57:56 GMT

Jake Slaughter performs well in his first audition for the Chargers' starting left-tackle role and the Mike McDaniel-guided running game puts on a show.

CIF playoff media rights go to owner of MaxPreps, NFHS Network

Eric Sondheimer — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:13:01 GMT

PlayOn Sports, which owns MaxPreps, wins bidding to stream and televise CIF state playoffs and championship games.

Lakers again have most nationally televised games on their schedule

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:55:47 GMT

The NBA released full schedules for each team on Thursday, and only the Knicks, Spurs and 76ers have as many national TV games (34) as the Lakers.

Introducing the most creative nicknames for high school sports teams

Eric Sondheimer — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:34:55 GMT

How would you like to be called Hippos, Vulcans, Peglegs, Kewpies or Ugly Eagles as your school nickname? Yes, they do exist.

Jayden Daniels' objection to Louisiana State offering his old number upsets player now wearing No. 5

Steve Henson — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:57:47 GMT

Former Heisman-winning QB Jayden Daniels issues cease-and-desist letter to LSU prohibiting the school from using his name, image and likeness. It's all about No. 5.

Bellflower High's Austin Miller looks to be Southland's next great receiver

Eric Sondheimer — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The 6-foot-5, 200-pound sophomore and Ohio State commit, who happens to be the coach's son, has the athleticism and mental approach to achieve greatness.

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman appears to avoid serious injury in fall down dugout steps

Maddie Lee — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:30:55 GMT

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman says he is sore basically everywhere, but appears to have escaped serious injury after falling into Royals dugout.

Girls' flag football: Wednesday's scores

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:15:42 GMT

Check out Wednesday's Southern Section girls' flag football scores.

Eric Lauer keeps winning, but where does he fit into Dodgers' postseason pitching plans?

Maddie Lee — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 04:56:54 GMT

Left-hander Eric Lauer, who could be odd man out when the postseason begins, pitches well as Dodgers sweep the Royals.

Swanson: Bob Iger could be the Imagineer to lead the Lakers back to glory

Mirjam Swanson — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:54:34 GMT

The former chief executive of Disney knows as much as anyone about successfully stewarding an iconic brand.

New Lakers co-owner Joshua Kushner is a lifelong Democrat with deep interest in sports

Laurence Darmiento — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:01:09 GMT

Venture capitalist Joshua Kushner, brother of President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, has tried to forge his own legacy that includes sports investments.

What Bob Iger's Angel City ownership can illuminate about his impending Lakers acquisition

Kevin Baxter — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:51:46 GMT

The NWSL is a long way from the NBA, but the Iger family's management of Angel City FC may hint at what's in store for the Lakers.

Lakers begin NBA Cup play at Warriors on Oct. 30

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:06:29 GMT

The in-season tournament feature six groups of five teams. The Lakers and Warriors are grouped with the Trail Blazers, Kings and Spurs.

Five Chargers position battles to watch in preseason opener against Texans

Joaquin Ruiz — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:19:59 GMT

Left guard isn't the only position battle worth watching Thursday when the Chargers take on the Houston Texans in their preseason opener.

Derek Carr, UCLA football's new special advisor, sees a winner in Bob Chesney

Sam Farmer — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:59:55 GMT

Carr, who will help the offensive staff strategize, says the new Bruins' new coach is a leader of men. This is a guy who stands up in front of the room and leads."

Buying the Lakers cements Bob Iger's longtime dream of owning major sports franchises

Steve Henson, Meg James — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:10:56 GMT

Throughout his storied career as a media executive, Bob Iger has made repeated attempts to own a major sports franchise.

Sources: Mark Walter has no plans to sell Dodgers after unloading Lakers

Bill Shaikin, Maddie Lee — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:24:35 GMT

Mark Walter's stunning sale of the Lakers immediately raised questions whether he would sell other teams, but sources say he is keeping the Dodgers.

Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner to buy Lakers from Mark Walter's ownership group for $12.5 billion

Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Broderick Turner, Bill Shaikin — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:02:03 GMT

Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger were eyeing an NBA expansion team bid in Las Vegas but pivoted to buying the Lakers from Mark Walter, who bought a controlling interest in the team last year.

Gardena Serra High's AJ McBean is ready to run over the competition

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The Mira Costa senior transfer is bigger and fast than ever. Now the Stanford commit is hoping to round out his game this fall.

Sparks struggle with Mercury's zone defense during loss at Galen Center

Jordan Puente — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:42:33 GMT

The Sparks got off to a hot start, but they could not move the ball well against Phoenix's zone defense and lost to the Mercury on Tuesday night.

Blake Snell has a stellar start and Dodgers get walk-off win over Royals

Maddie Lee — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:16:39 GMT

Blake Snell strikes out 10 in six innings, and Max Muncy's walk-off single in the 10th inning defeats the Royals.

Dodgers' Dalton Rushing provides promising update on his elbow injury

Maddie Lee — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:12:46 GMT

Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing will not need surgery on his elbow and could be back in the lineup this season.

The 'Anaheim Angels' bill sails through the California legislature

Bill Shaikin — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:31:34 GMT

A bill that gives the Angels incentives to revert to Anaheim in their name has cleared both houses of the state legislature.

Jake Bauers' patience has come through in baseball and in life

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:59:38 GMT

Marina High standout Jake Bauers married his high school sweetheart and has 21 home runs for Milwaukee Brewers.

Why Bob Chesney is having UCLA practice in Irvine for part of fall camp

Connor Dullinger — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:25:44 GMT

UCLA is spending a week of preseason camp at the Great Park Sports Complex in Irvine to emulate the process of being on the road, giving the team a taste of preparing for a bowl game.

Angels fire pitching coach Mike Maddux and two assistants in staff shakeup

Bill Shaikin — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:57:11 GMT

One week after trading eight players off the major league roster, interim GM John Mozeliak fired Mike Maddux, assistant pitching coach Darryl Scott and bullpen coach Dom Chiti.

What Tony Romo's leave means for CBS' NFL coverage

Stephen Battaglio — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:28:48 GMT

The former NFL quarterback and lead analyst for the network's football coverage has a court hearing on charges that he operated a motor vehicle while intoxicated.

Lawmakers target MLB's sportsbook deals after Bryce Harper video used by FanDuel to thank gambling addict

Steve Henson — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:23:15 GMT

Three Congress members demanded MLB and the players union tighten gambling endorsement rules after FanDuel used a Bryce Harper video to target an addicted bettor.

LeBron James set to return to L.A. on Christmas Day for Lakers-76ers matchup

Los Angeles Times staff — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:50:14 GMT

LeBron James, who signed with the Philadelphia 76ers last month, will be making his return to Los Angeles on Dec. 25 when the Lakers host Philadelphia at Crypto.com Arena.

Carson High's Chris Fields III is ready to follow plan for success

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

He led the Colts to the City Section Open Division title last season and spent the summer getting stronger in preparation for his senior year.

Dodgers muster just enough to beat Royals, salvaging Tarik Skubal's Dodger Stadium debut

Sam Farmer — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:05:29 GMT

Tarik Skubal gives up four hits and three runs while striking out six in his first game at Dodger Stadium with the Dodgers during a 6-5 win over Kansas City.

Dodging failure: A's shortstop Jacob Wilson shatters MLB record for errorless games — and rarely strikes out

Steve Henson — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:44:34 GMT

Two outcomes that scream failure on a baseball diamond are striking out and making an error.

A World Cup referee shares his view of red cards, hydration breaks and soccer history

Jad El Reda — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Referee Iván Barton recalls how he was assigned to officiate a World Cup semifinal between France and Spain and his view of changes that have shaped modern refereeing.

The eight-mile gap in the L.A. River bike path downtown has a billion-dollar problem

Mack Baysinger — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Someday, you might be able to ride a bike from the western San Fernando Valley to Long Beach along the Los Angeles River. But an eight-mile gap downtown with a ballooning price tag remains.

High school football schedule: This week's games

Los Angeles Times staff — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:01:57 GMT

This week's Southern Section and Intersectional high school football schedule.

Furious Sparks comeback fades in final minute of loss to Golden State

Marisa Ingemi — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 01:24:22 GMT

The Sparks rally back from a 19-point deficit to make it one-point game late in the fourth quarter, but they can't match Golden State in the final minute of an 84-78 loss.

Dodgers lose again as Justin Wrobleski, defense unravel in loss to Diamondbacks

Maddie Lee — Sun, 9 Aug 2026 22:49:26 GMT

Dodgers starter Justin Wrobleski remains in a rut, giving up four runs in 3⅓ innings, as the Dodgers fall to Arizona 4-2 for their eighth loss in nine games.

'We tricked them.' Why 'Ted Lasso' probably deserves some credit for U.S. soccer boom

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 9 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The Apple TV series "Ted Lasso" is supposed to primarily be a wide-appealing comedy, yet its role in popularizing soccer in the U.S. can't be dismissed.

JSerra looks to repeat as Southern Section flag football champions

Steve Galluzzo — Sun, 9 Aug 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The Lions went undefeated in 2025, but former champion Orange Lutheran and Sierra Canyon, with talented transfers, will be among formidable challengers.