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Prep talk: Dave Yanai continues to love watching basketball at 83

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Former Fremont High and Cal State Dominguez Hills coach Dave Yanai remains a treasure of knowledge.

Sean McVay knows Rams must quickly fix special teams problems. 'Let's have solutions'

Gary Klein — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Rams coach Sean McVay is eager to see improvement on special teams this week against the Cardinals after mistakes played a role in a loss to the Bills.

Letters to Sports: The good and the bad to Brewers' sweep of the Dodgers

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section share their thoughts on the Dodgers' stunning loss as well as the Rams' and Chargers' downfalls.

Rams vs. Arizona Cardinals: How to watch, start time, score prediction and odds

Gary Klein — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Rams face the Cardinals on Sunday. Here's everything you need to know about the game, including start time, how to watch, odds and an expert pick.

High school football: Friday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 07:14:00 GMT

Results from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games on Friday, Oct, 16.

Palisades defeats Hamilton in Western League showdown

Steve Galluzzo — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 06:06:06 GMT

Jameson Della Bella ran for 86 yards and two touchdowns while Robert Holohan ran for a touchdown and threw for one to lead the Dolphins to victory.

JJ Redick still mulling over Quentin Grimes' role for the Lakers

Broderick Turner — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:23:40 GMT

Quentin Grimes figures to play an important role for the Lakers this season, but will he be starting games or coming off the bench more?

Santa Margarita shuts down St. John Bosco for key critical Trinity League win

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:21:16 GMT

The Eagles win their 15th consecutive game by intercepting two passes that lead to touchdowns and a big-strike trick play against the Braves.

How the top 25 high school football teams in the Southland fared this week

Los Angeles Times staff — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:06:18 GMT

A look at how The Times' top 25 high school football teams fared in Week 8.

High school girls' volleyball: Southern Section playoff pairings

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:32:21 GMT

Division-by-division list of the CIF Southern Section girls' volleyball playoff pairings released Friday.

High school flag football: Southern Section playoff schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:58:05 GMT

CIF Southern Section high school girls' flag football playoff pairings and schedule.

UCLA's unlikely starting quarterback never stopped believing in himself

Connor Dullinger — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:04:20 GMT

New UCLA starting quarterback Ty Dieffenbach learned how to play the position while coping with his mother's breast cancer battle, one of many obstacles he's overcome.

Power outages to prevent wildfires force postponement of football games

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:27:56 GMT

Ventura County outages cause Simi Valley and St. Bonaventure high schools to change games from Friday to Saturday.

Why impending free agent Tarik Skubal doesn't believe it's the end of an era for the Dodgers

Maddie Lee — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:16:03 GMT

The Dodgers, after falling short of a three-peat in the NLCS, will look a little different next year. But is this the end of an era for the team?

Far beyond Savannah: Banana Ball announces first international games, Dodger Stadium debut for 2027

Chuck Schilken — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:47:47 GMT

The Banana Ball 2027 schedule spans 79 stadiums in 74 cities, with the league's first international stops in Mexico and Canada. The Savannah Bananas will make their Dodger Stadium debut in April.

Miguel Rojas anuncia su retiro tras la derrota de los Dodgers en Serie de Campeonato

Maddie Lee — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:04:45 GMT

El veterano jugador de campo interior de los Dodgers, Miguel Rojas, anuncia su retiro inmediatamente después de la derrota que puso fin a la temporada del equipo ante los Cerveceros de Milwaukee en la NLCS.

USC and UCLA could benefit as College Football Playoff nears 24-team expansion

Steve Henson — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:38:54 GMT

Reports that the College Football Playoff could expand from 12 to 24 teams in 2027 offer new hope for USC and UCLA, neither of which has reached the field.

Buss family asks judge to dismiss Jeanie Buss' petition to block Lakers share sale

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:31:46 GMT

Janie and Joey Buss asked a judge on Friday to dismiss Jeanie Buss' claim the family trust cannot the sell Lakers shares without her consent.

Prep talk: Spiro Psaltis is in year No. 40 announcing Glendale High football games

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Former baseball coach Spiro Psaltis will announce state championship games in December.

Shaikin: Questions about Shohei Ohtani's health, a salary cap and Mark Walter loom for Dodgers

Bill Shaikin — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Major League Baseball is heading toward a turbulent offseason. There are four major things the Dodgers must address if they want to get back to the top.

Dodgers make the wrong kind of history in NLCS loss to Brewers

Kevin Baxter — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT

The Dodgers are the first team in major league history to lead every game of a best-of-seven playoff series and get swept in the same series.

Swanson: Dodgers must prioritize Shohei Ohtani's load management, or suffer the consequences

Mirjam Swanson — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Shohei Ohtani showed the world a glimpse of his game-breaking abilities in Game 4 of the NLCS, but it was too little, too late for a Dodgers team that needs him healthy to challenge for a World Series title.

It wasn't just Brewers dominance. There's a simpler explanation for the Dodgers' demise

Maddie Lee — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Dodgers were clearly outplayed by the Brewers in the NLCS, but there were several other factors behind the team's failed World Series three-peat bid.

High school football: Thursday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 06:05:44 GMT

Results from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games on Thursday, Oct. 15.

Miguel Rojas announces his retirement following Dodgers' NLCS loss

Maddie Lee — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:28:03 GMT

Dodgers veteran infielder Miguel Rojas announces his retirement immediately after the team's season-ending loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS.

High school flag football: Wednesday and Thursday scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 04:44:30 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school girls' flag football scores for games played on Wednesday and Thursday.

Dodgers' three-peat dream dies with Game 4 NLCS loss to 'relentless' Brewers

Maddie Lee — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 03:22:46 GMT

Shohei Ohtani erupted with an early home run, but the Milwaukee Brewers rallied to beat the Dodgers and sweep the NLCS Thursday at Dodger Stadium.

Heidi Burge Horton, South Bay basketball star who inspired a Disney Channel movie, dies at 54

Tracy Brown — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 01:46:23 GMT

Heidi Burge Horton, a Palos Verdes High basketball star and WNBA player who, along with her twin, inspired a Disney movie, has died at age 54.

Sean McVay backs Rams' special teams coach, hopes new kicker will rejuvenate unit

Gary Klein — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:09:11 GMT

Rams coach Sean McVay is hopeful new kicker Blake Grupe will help steady a special teams unit that struggled mightily in the team's overtime loss to the Bills.

Ziaire Williams looks to continue providing energy boost to Lakers

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:30:36 GMT

The sixth-year forward who starred at Sierra Canyon High has made an impact on defense and hopes to return from a foot injury for preseason finale on Friday.

Chargers' Mike McDaniel 'always' coaching for his job: 'Insulting to do anything else'

Joaquin Ruiz — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:34:04 GMT

Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel says he approaches every game as if he were coaching for his job, but he knows the pressure is on amid an 0-5 start.

Gymnastics coach who filmed naked girls in Mississippi bathroom sentenced to 90 years in prison

Steve Henson — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:19:40 GMT

The case against gymnastics coach Sean Gardner emerged during a probe into sexual abuse at an Iowa gym. Lawsuits against Gardner, USA Gymnastics and the gym are pending.

ESPN's Troy Aikman says he'll be 'free agent' after season, laughs at reported tension with Joe Buck

Chuck Schilken — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:04:03 GMT

'Monday Night Football' announcer Troy Aikman indicated on Thursday that this season could be his last at ESPN. He laughed at the mention of reported tension with longtime broadcast partner Joe Buck.

Los Dodgers se desmoronan en Juego 3 de la Serie de Campeonato; el sueño de un triplete podría llegar pronto a su fin

Maddie Lee — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:58:26 GMT

Los Dodgers están a una derrota de que su temporada llegue a su fin de forma abrupta, después de que los Milwaukee Brewers remontaran para imponerse por 6-2 en el tercer partido de la NLCS, disputado en el Dodger Stadium.

Prep talk: The Johnson family returns to Crenshaw

Eric Sondheimer — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Shiloh Johnson, daughter of Hall of Famer Marques Johnson, transfers to Crenshaw.

Swanson: Shohei Ohtani is known for improbable feats. So what's a 3-0 NLCS deficit?

Mirjam Swanson — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Shohei Ohtani is an athlete whose belief in himself knows no bounds. That's exactly the kind of guy a Dodgers team on the brink of elimination needs.

NFL Week 6 picks: Panthers defeat Eagles; Packers beat Cowboys

Sam Farmer — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Sam Farmer makes his picks and score predictions for Week 6 of the NFL season, with the Rams defeating the Cardinals and the Chargers falling to 0-6.

Shaikin: Here's how Dave Roberts explained all the Dodgers' moves that backfired

Bill Shaikin — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:24:06 GMT

There were a few moves that backfired on Dave Roberts in the Dodgers' Game 3 loss to the Brewers. Here's what he was thinking at the time.

'We just need to win tomorrow's game.' Dodgers remain optimistic despite 3-0 hole

Kevin Baxter — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 05:04:48 GMT

The Dodgers turn to Tyler Glasnow in Game 4 to stave off elimination at the hands of the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS.

'How do we bounce back?' Dodgers lose NLCS Game 3, dream of three-peat may soon end

Maddie Lee — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 03:31:57 GMT

The Dodgers are one loss away from their season coming to an abrupt end after the Milwaukee Brewers rallied for a 6-2 victory in Game 3 of the NLCS at Dodger Stadium.

Rams' Alaric Jackson has suspension reduced to one game

Gary Klein — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:20:33 GMT

The veteran left tackle punched Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb after an overtime loss on Sunday and was originally give two-game suspension.

Two charged in shooting of 49ers' Keion White at a Super Bowl party involving rapper Lil Baby and strippers

Steve Henson — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:11:58 GMT

Four suspects were arrested and two charged in the shooting of 49ers defensive lineman Keion White, who was wounded in the ankle at a Super Bowl party in San Francisco.

Tyreek Hill could face NFL discipline after civil jury finds him liable on two domestic violence claims

Steve Henson — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:56:46 GMT

Tyreek Hill was found liable on two of 10 battery claims, awarding his estranged wife $500,000 but denying her punitive damages. The receiver could face NFL discipline.

Mark Sanchez reaches settlement in civil lawsuit filed by truck driver he allegedly assaulted

Chuck Schilken — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:13:10 GMT

Mark Sanchez has reached an agreement in principle to end the civil case against him filed by a truck driver who got into a physical altercation with the former USC and NFL quarterback.

No. 1 Santa Margarita vs. No. 2 St. John Bosco tops terrific weekend of football

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

A look at a weekend of top high school football games in the Southland with league titles and playoff position on the line.

Prep talk: Dos Pueblos' Matti Di Maggio brings home gold medal

Eric Sondheimer — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Matti Di Maggio followed up his impressive freshman baseball season by helping the USA U15 team win gold in Mexico at the WBSC World Cup.

Girls' flag football: Tuesday's scores

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 06:01:45 GMT

Check out Tuesday's girls' flag football scores.

Walker Kessler debuts, but Luka Doncic sits during Lakers' preseason loss to Warriors

Broderick Turner — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:37:25 GMT

Walker Kessler makes his Lakers debut and scores 11 points in a preseason loss to the Warriors on Tuesday night.

Shaikin: Dodgers should have taken Shohei Ohtani off the postseason roster

Bill Shaikin — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 02:31:06 GMT

The Dodgers failed Shohei Ohtani this summer, but now they need to do what is best and set him down for the duration of the playoffs.

Dave Roberts says Shohei Ohtani is adamant he feels good enough, will remain in lineup

Maddie Lee — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:25:07 GMT

The Dodgers are not benching Shohei Ohtani despite lingering injuries and a long slump. Manager Dave Roberts says Ohtani believes he can play better.

Rams' Alaric Jackson suspended two games, replaced by David Quessenberry

Gary Klein — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 23:40:16 GMT

L.A.'s left tackle punched Buffalo linebacker Bradley Chubb after Monday night's overtime loss at SoFi Stadium.

The World Cup was bad for some businesses in Los Angeles

Ella Chakarian — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 20:57:10 GMT

A hotel-association study finds the tournament delivered the weakest boost of any recent mega-event, with workers' hours cut and short-term rentals pulling ahead.

Rams release kicker Harrison Mevis after more issues in loss to Bills

Gary Klein — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:14:12 GMT

The second-year kicker missed one attempt and had another blocked that could have won the game before the Rams lost in overtime to Buffalo.

'Human vs. Robot' cage match was a hit. State says event was illegal, but organizers aren't concerned

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:52:53 GMT

A human beat two out of three robots, including one inspired by 'Terminator,' during a recent cage match in San Francisco. The California State Athletic Commission says the event shouldn't have happened.

Atlanta Dream will host WNBA Finals Games 3 and 4 at State Farm Arena, with some scheduling changes

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:51:15 GMT

The Atlanta Dream will host Games 3 and 4 of the WNBA Finals against the Golden State Valkryies at State Farm Arena (17,000 seats) rather than Gateway Center Arena (3,500 seats).

Suspension likely for Rams tackle Alaric Jackson for punching Bills' Bradley Chubb after loss

Steve Henson — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:32:19 GMT

A suspension appears likely after Rams star left tackle Alaric Jackson punched Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb after the Rams' overtime 'MNF' loss at SoFi Stadium.

Prep talk: Southern California has long history of sending officials to NFL, college

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:21:41 GMT

Lots of officials started officiating high school football on their way to college, pros

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino sees many reasons to believe in young American talent

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. men's national team has opened the new World Cup cycle with four convincing wins, stoking optimism about the team's depth and potential.

The Times' top 10 City Section football rankings

Eric Sondheimer — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Carson and Cleveland lead the latest Los Angeles Times' City Section high school football rankings.

Swanson: How Dodgers' Will Smith altered the course of NLCS Game 2 — to Yoshinobu Yamamoto's detriment

Mirjam Swanson — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Yoshinobu Yamamoto's performance was a gut punch and a psyche-rattling blow for the Dodgers. But why didn't his catcher, Will Smith, use the team's ABS challenges?

Shaikin: Dodgers send SOS to Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow: Save our season

Bill Shaikin — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Dodgers mapped out their NLCS rotation a while ago, but the map has led them to a 2-0 deficit against Milwaukee.

Rams' special teams woes leave Sean McVay 'sick' after frustrating overtime loss to Bills

Gary Klein — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:25:58 GMT

Matthew Stafford and the Rams fall to 2-3 on the season after Buffalo blocks a winning field-goal attempt in overtime during L.A.'s 37-34 loss.

In the NLCS, the Dodgers are seeing what money can't buy: a bullpen such as Milwaukee's

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 03:12:27 GMT

Milwaukee sent a parade of four relievers to the mound for a second straight game Monday, and for a second straight game they didn't give up a run, retiring the last 15 Dodgers in order.

Dodgers will consider sitting Shohei Ohtani after offense struggles in Game 2 NLCS loss

Maddie Lee — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:56:22 GMT

The Dodgers' performance against the Brewers' bullpen on Monday magnified how much the star-powered lineup hasn't been clicking with Shohei Ohtani struggling at the plate.

Michael Jordan 'Last Dance' jersey sells for $14 million. Only Babe Ruth's 'called shot' jersey has fetched more

Steve Henson — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 22:03:47 GMT

A Miami real estate magnate purchased the autographed road jersey, which Jordan wore during Game 2 of the 1988 Finals. The Bulls won the NBA championship that season.

Atlanta Dream will host at least two WNBA Finals games. But exactly where is yet TBD

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 21:54:36 GMT

The Atlanta Dream will host Games 3 and 4 of the WNBA Finals against the Golden State Valkyries, plus Game 6 if necessary, but it's unclear where those games will take place.

Mike Evans delivered an all-time diss of Trevon Diggs. Or did he? 'I honestly didn't know it was him'

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:21:51 GMT

San Francisco 49ers receiver Mike Evans appeared to diss Seattle Seahawks cornerback Trevon Diggs by turning the veteran player around to see the name on the back of his jersey.

'Total disbelief': Co-owner Magic Johnson issues rare rebuke over Commanders' overtime clock mismanagement

Steve Henson — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:41:44 GMT

Washington blew a chance to beat the Giants in overtime when Jayden Daniels was tackled as time expired. Commanders co-owner Magic Johnson expressed consternation.

The Times' top 10 high school flag football rankings

Steve Galluzzo — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

JSerra is 23-0 and remains No. 1 in the latest Los Angeles Times flag football rankings

Prep talk: 23 teams remain unbeaten in local high school football

Eric Sondheimer — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT

20 Southern Section teams and three City Section high school football teams remain unbeaten so far this season.

Josh Allen is the 'futuristic Big Ben' Rams must find a way to stop

Gary Klein — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Rams know stopping Josh Allen will be a priority after the Buffalo Bills quarterback accounted for six touchdowns against them in 2024.

Rams vs. Buffalo Bills: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

Gary Klein — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Everything you need to know about Rams facing the Buffalo Bills on Monday night, including how to watch, betting odds and a score prediction.

Shaikin: Is there a law that says the Dodgers can't play small ball?

Bill Shaikin — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

This is postseason baseball, where the best pitchers take center stage and runs are at a premium. Would a stolen base or a sacrifice bunt every so often kill the Dodgers?

Swanson: Dodgers can forget about a three-peat if they can't fix their RISP problem

Mirjam Swanson — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The Dodgers have been struggling to get hits with runners in scoring position all season, and it could doom their chances of beating the Brewers in the NLCS.

Will Smith is in a slump, but benching him isn't an option for Dodgers

Kevin Baxter — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:30:27 GMT

Will Smith's vital contributions at catcher mean the Dodgers can't afford to bench him even though he has struggled mightily at the plate this postseason.

Brewers get just enough off Tarik Skubal, draw first blood in NLCS Game 1 win

Maddie Lee — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 03:26:18 GMT

In a highly anticipated pitching matchup, the Dodgers drive Jacob Misiorowski out of the game early, but the Brewers touch up Tarik Skubal and get the 2-1 victory.

Jim Harbaugh 'staying the course' with 0-5 Chargers after implosion vs. Broncos

Sam Farmer — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 23:38:17 GMT

The Chargers' Justin Herbert fumbles the ball and throws an interception in the fourth quarter of a 23-17 loss to the Denver Broncos that drops them to 0-5.

The Times' top 25 high school football rankings

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

A look at the top 25 high school football teams in the Southland after Week 7.

Dodgers add Justin Wrobleski to NLCS roster, keep Miguel Rojas and drop Hyeseong Kim

Maddie Lee — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:53:26 GMT

As expected, Dodgers will carry 13 pitchers and 13 position players on the roster for their NLCS matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Cleveland High's unbeaten football team and coach Mario Guzman are having a historic season

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Mario Guzman, 34, has guided the Cavaliers to a breakthrough season and a 7-0 record, including a win over annual City power Birmingham.

High school football: Week 8 schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The complete CIF City Section and Southern Section high school football schedule for Week 8 of the 2026 season.

Prep talk: Volunteers fill multiple roles to help high school teams succeed

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Bennett Rogers of Palos Verdes High volunteers at football games to run the camera.

Shaikin: 'We responded to the moment': Fred Claire's lasting lesson for a former young assistant

Bill Shaikin — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Fred Claire and Jeff Fellenzer had stayed in touch over the years. Their bond was formed 50 years ago on the day Rick Monday saved an American flag at Dodger Stadium.

Matthew Stafford searching for 'improvement' amid inconsistent start to season

Gary Klein — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Matthew Stafford leading a comeback against the Eagles was vintage Stafford, but his struggles with interceptions has the Rams quarterback looking to improve.

High school flag football: Friday and Saturday scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:25:54 GMT

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school girls' flag football scores for games played on Friday and Saturday.

High school football: Saturday's scores

Los Angeles Times staff — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 04:56:58 GMT

Results from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games from across the Southland on Saturday, Oct. 10.

Dodgers confident Shohei Ohtani will break out of his slump against Brewers

Maddie Lee — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 02:35:43 GMT

Shohei Ohtani took batting practice ahead of Game 1 of the NLCS, but will he find success at the plate against Jacob Misiorowski? Dave Roberts thinks so.

Lakers still waiting for preseason debuts of Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 22:11:40 GMT

The center and guard have lingering injuries, and coach JJ Redick is unsure when they will play in a game.

Shaikin: Here's why the Dodgers-Brewers NLCS might have been decided in August

Bill Shaikin — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 21:53:19 GMT

On Sunday, the scenario the Milwaukee Brewers most hoped to avoid comes true: Instead of starting for them in Game 1 of the NLCS, Tarik Skubal starts against them.

Rams star Myles Garrett likely will not return to practice next week

Gary Klein — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 21:47:43 GMT

Rams coach Sean McVay says he doesn't anticipate Myles Garrett practicing this week after being eligible to return from injured reserve.

High school football: Top performers in the Southland

Eric Sondheimer — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:05:13 GMT

A look at the top performers from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games this week.