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Eagles react to Lane Johnson’s sudden retirement after 13-plus seasons: ‘I’ll miss him dearly’
Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Lane Johnson retires four games into his 14th season. Coach Nick Sirianni says he's excited to see what rookie replacement Markel Bell will do with the opportunity.
ESPN’s 2027 Super Bowl telecast will stream on Disney+
The streaming service will carry the NFL's marquee event along with two "Monday Night Football" games this season.
Prep talk: San Marino’s football team borrows baseball players to go 6-0
Nearly a dozen baseball players help San Marino High's football team start 6-0 this season.
This week’s top high school football games
A look at two of this week's top high school football games in the Southland: Orange Lutheran at St. John Bosco; Inglewood at Palos Verdes.
Swanson: The Braves let Freddie Freeman go. Now he's making them pay in the NLDS
Braves fans booed Freddie Freeman at Truist Park during Game 3 Tuesday. Boo your front office too, Braves fans, for not wanting to play ball with Freeman.
Shaikin: Yoshinobu Yamamoto's playoff dominance impresses everyone, especially Tarik Skubal
Yoshinobu Yamamoto was spectacular during the Dodgers' 2025 World Series run, and his performance against the Atlanta Braves was equally impressive.
High school flag football: Monday and Tuesday scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school girls' flag football scores for games played on Monday and Tuesday.
Kings give up late goal to Panthers, lose their home opener to remain winless
Matthew Tkachuk scores the decisive goal in the Florida Panthers' 2-1 win over the Kings, sending L.A. to 0-2-1 on the young season.
Adou Thiero aims for bigger Lakers role after injury-marred rookie season
Adou Thiero had one of the few exciting moments for the Lakers in a 124-98 preseason loss to the Golden State Warriors. He hopes to provide more this season.
Dodgers beat Braves on Kiké Hernández and Freddie Freeman homers, take 2-1 NLDS lead
The Dodgers secure a 3-1 victory Tuesday on the strength of two home runs, including Freddie Freeman's second of the NLDS, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto's seven stellar innings of work.
‘Excessive’ suspensions of two NFL officials to be challenged by referees union
The NFL Referees Assn. says it plans to challenge the league's 'excessive' suspensions of two game officials following their confrontations with players during Sunday's games.
Shohei Ohtani dropped in the batting order for NLDS Game 3 vs. Chris Sale, Braves
Shohei Ohtani is batting fifth in the lineup against Braves ace Chris Sale in Game 3 of the NLDS. He hasn't hit fifth or lower in a starting lineup since 2020 with the Angels.
Sophie Cunningham appears to troll transgender community with hat at Mizzou football game
Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham appeared at Missouri's homecoming game with a hat bearing a slogan that seemed to imply that transgender women are not actually women.
‘I’m upset.’ Frustrated Angel City fans excited yet wary amid a playoff push
Angel City fans are frustrated by the team's poor results, saying trust has been broken by losses amid constant leadership and player changes.
Fred Claire, former Dodger GM whose team won ’88 World Series, has died
Fred Claire, a former sportswriter who was an unorthodox choice to be the Dodgers' general manager, helped turn the team into World Series champions in 1988.
The Times’ top 10 City Section football rankings
Carson, Cleveland and Crenshaw lead this week's Los Angeles Times top 10 City Section high school football rankings.
Prep talk: Coach Troy Cassidy has led Kennedy to a 20-game league winning streak
Troy Cassidy, besides coaching football, has a growing family to take care of. He has led Kennedy to a 20-game league win streak.
Shaikin: Are we living in the Dodgers' golden era? The answer may not be so simple
Do the Dodgers need to win a third consecutive World Series to clinch this time as the golden era of Dodger baseball? Bill Shaikin asked a couple of baseball historians.
‘I was nowhere’: How Edwin Díaz regained the Dodgers’ trust in the postseason
After a season full of injuries and setbacks, Edwin Díaz is in the hunt for the Dodgers' closer role as the team tries to beat the Atlanta Braves.
Luka Doncic scores 21 as Lakers unveil new defense in preseason win over Kings
Lakers star Luka Doncic puts on a show with Walker Kessler and Austin Reaves sidelined by injury in a 127-103 preseason win over the Sacramento Kings.
Coco Gauff calls out racist abuse after following rules to stop play in China Open win
Coco Gauff has called out the racist abuse she's recieved for following the rules in her China Open win against Sun Xinran.
Move Shohei Ohtani down in the Dodgers’ lineup? Dave Roberts is ‘open’ to it
As the Dodgers mull potential lineup changes for Game 3 of the NLDS, manager Dave Roberts said he is "open" to moving Shohei Ohtani lower in the batting order.
Chargers’ Rashawn Slater dealing with high ankle sprain, could be placed on IR
Chargers right tackle Rashawn Slater could be a candidate for injured reserve after sustaining a high ankle sprain against the Seattle Seahawks.
Sean McVay says he addressed Rams assistant coaches’ behavior toward Eagles fans. ‘We’ll be better’
Rams coach Sean McVay said he spoke with his assistants after online videos appeared to show coaches taunting Eagles fans and making obscene gestures from a stadium booth.
‘Hm.’ Tyreek Hill and Chiefs seem mutually intrigued by possible reunion after Tyquan Thornton injury
A Tyreek Hill reunion with the Chiefs seems like a possibility after injuries to Kansas City receivers Tyquan Thornton and Rashee Rice on Sunday. Hill was cut by Miami during the offseason.
NFL is reviewing two incidents involving officials, including one who appeared to curse at player
The NFL is looking into two incidents involving confrontations between officials and players during Sunday's games, including one in which a line judge apparently cursed at Arizona's Trey McBride.
Bob Fontaine Jr., a legendary scout who drafted the Angels’ 2002 championship core, dies at 73
Bob Fontaine Jr. was a scout for six MLB teams and drafted Hall of Famers Ozzie Smith, Tony Gwynn and Randy Johnson, in addition to Jim Abbott and many other Angels stars.
Prep talk: A look at midseason Southern California football stat leaders
MaxPreps.com is publishing stat leaders in football. Here is a look at the Southern California leaders at midseason.
The Times’ top 10 high school flag football rankings
JSerra is 21-0 and a clear-cut No. 1 team in flag football this season.
The Kings at 60: From 4,000 empty seats to a $3.33-billion NHL franchise
Alan Rothenberg recalls the challenges the Kings faced in their early years as the team tried to establish Jack Kent Cooke's vision for hockey in L.A.
Swanson: Ailing Shohei Ohtani providing only a wasted at-bat for Dodgers in NLDS
It would be strange for the Dodgers to bench Shohei Ohtani, but it's clear that pretending he's healthy enough to provide meaningful at-bats isn't helping.
Shaikin: Dodgers should stop overthinking and use Edwin Díaz as their closer
It is fair for the Dodgers to use pitchers like Tanner Scott or Roki Sasaki in the closer role. But, really, the Dodgers ought to trust Edwin Díaz by now without overthinking this.
Dodgers know they must break their reliance on home runs to beat Braves
Freddie Freeman says the Dodgers need to overcome their reliance on home runs if they want to improve their chances of beating the Braves in the NLDS.
Dodgers waste chance to seize control of NLDS, fall to Braves in Game 2
The Dodgers came into Game 2 of the NLDS against the Atlanta Braves with every advantage. The Braves left with a 3-2 victory Sunday night at Dodger Stadium.
Chargers spiral to 0-4 as chaotic offense and turnovers doom comeback bid
Justin Herbert finds some success in the fourth quarter after struggling most of the game, but a fumble on the final drive sends the Chargers to a 30-23 loss.
‘Our guys found a way.’ Rams defy their Philadelphia history in thrilling comeback win
The Rams lean on a strong performance by their defense and gutsy efforts from Kyren Williams and Matthew Stafford in a 24-20 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Lakers ace defender Matisse Thybulle learning from savants Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves
Matisse Thybulle says practice is sure to be tougher than games when he gets pushed by offensive savants Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
The Times’ top 25 high school football rankings
A look at the top 25 high school football teams in the Southland after Week 6.
High school football: Week 7 schedule
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school football schedule for Week 7 of the 2026 season.
Let’s debate ethical dilemmas taking place in high school sports
Ethical quandaries and challenges keep popping up on a daily basis for coaches and administrators. Let's examine some of the problems.
Prep talk: Oh mother, Corona Centennial football roster filled with players with same first name
Is it Jaden, Jayden or Jaiden? Who knows on the Corona Centennial football team, on which several teammates share more names than that of their school.
Swanson: Dodgers' ace-filled rotation affords them the audacity to reveal next-round plans
Many teams would find it foolhardy to plan for the NLCS with the NLDS still not won, but the Dodgers' star-filled pitching staff affords them that luxury.
High school flag football: Friday and Saturday scores
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
Results from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games on Saturday, Oct. 3.
‘Feels like we’re flying too close to the sun.’ Fans, players endure heat at Dodger Stadium
Saturday's game started 45 minutes after the National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning as the temperature reached 100 degrees at first pitch at Dodger Stadium.
Shaikin: Dodgers are forcing Braves to make tough decision about Chris Sale
The Dodgers are expecting to see Chris Sale at least twice in the NLDS, but will the Atlanta Braves start him in Game 2 or save him for Game 3?
Bronny James continues to refine his skills and role with the Lakers
The third-year point guard has worked to be a better communicator, facilitator and defender this summer and at training camp.
Tarik Skubal’s dominant outing stakes Dodgers to series lead in NLDS vs. Braves
Tarik Skubal allows one run and two hits in six innings of work to before the Dodgers hung on to beat the Atlanta Braves 5-3 in Game 1 of the NLDS on Saturday.
Rams eager to exorcise demons from last year’s special teams disaster vs. Eagles
After last season's disastrous loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Rams are determined to not let special teams cost them another game this year.
High school football: Top performers in the Southland
A look at the top performers from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games this week.
Prep talk: Calabasas junior pitchers commit to USC and Stanford
Jayden Singer and Cash Wiltgen of Calabasas High are junior pitchers committed to USC and Stanford, respectively.
Letters to Sports: USC’s defense, sportsmanship called into question
Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on USC's loss to Oregon, and the horrific late hit, the Dodgers playoff chances and more.
Rams vs. Eagles: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
Everything you need to know about the Rams facing the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, including start time, TV channel, injury updates and betting odds.
Chargers vs. Seahawks: How to watch, prediction and betting odds
Everything you need to know about the Rams facing the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, including start time, TV channel, injury updates and betting odds.
High school football: Friday’s scores
Results from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games on Friday, Oct. 2.
Cleveland ends losing streak to Birmingham in West Valley League opener
The Cavaliers contain the Patriots' All-City receiver, Paul Turner, with a standout defensive effort on Friday night to improve to 6-0.
Santa Margarita holds off Mater Dei to stay unbeaten
Special teams units prove important for the Eagles as they force two missed field-goal attempts in a one-possession win over over the Monarchs on Friday night.
Tahj Skinner leads Notre Dame to victory over Chaminade
He throws three touchdown passes before returning an interception for a score to seal the Mission League victory on Friday night.
How the top 25 high school football teams in the Southland fared this week
A look at how The Times' top 25 high school football teams fared in Week 6.
‘Estoy muy emocionado’: Tarik Skubal será el lanzador titular de los Dodgers en el primer partido de la Serie Divisional
Los Dodgers alinearán a Tarik Skubal como lanzador titular en el primer partido de su serie de eliminatorias contra los Atlanta Braves, posponiendo la salida de Yoshinobu Yamamoto para más adelante en la serie.
Shaikin: Dodgers face risky dilemma if Shohei Ohtani's injuries worsen in NLDS
Shohei Ohtani is not at full health, but the Dodgers have proven in the past that they don't need him at 100% to win games in the postseason.
49ers owner Jed York suspended for 6 games, fined $500,000 by NFL
49ers principal owner Jed York was suspended for six games and fined $500,000 after an Ohio prostitution sting led him to plead no contest to misdemeanor charges.
Dodgers to name Tarik Skubal their Game 1 starter against Braves
The Dodgers are starting Tarik Skubal in Game 1 of their playoff series against the Atlanta Braves, deferring Yoshinobu Yamamoto's start until later in the series.
Rams release Xavier Smith a day after saying they wouldn’t replace him
Rams coach Sean McVay says wide receiver Puka Nacua will play Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles, but defensive tackle Aaron Donald will not play.
Tony Romo and CBS Sports have ‘mutually agreed to part ways’ following his OWI arrest
Tony Romo and CBS Sports have "mutually agreed to part ways," weeks after the former Cowboys quarterback was found guilty of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
LSU reduced a football player’s punishment for rape. Now the D.A. is investigating
LSU's Title IX office found Damien Shanklin responsible for forcible rape, but an appeal allowed him to remain on campus and play football.
Steelers coach Mike McCarthy regrets profane exchange with QB Aaron Rodgers that aired on ‘TNF’
Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and Coach Mike McCarthy were caught on camera using expletives about or toward each other during a nationally televised loss to Cleveland.
Prep talk: Luderer sisters commit to play softball at Florida State
Keira and Kelsey Luderer, star junior softball players at Sherman Oaks Notre Dame, are headed to Florida State.
High school flag football: Wednesday and Thursday scores
CIF City Section and Southern Section high school girls' flag football scores for games played on Wednesday and Thursday.
High school football: Thursday’s scores
Results from CIF City and Southern Section high school football games on Thursday, Oct. 1.
‘We are the team to beat.’ How the Dodgers are preparing for showdown with Braves
Kiké Hernández, the Dodgers' Mr. October, says L.A. is the team to beat in the MLB playoffs, but stresses the importance of "taking care of business."
Cristiano Ronaldo’s future with Portugal in question after star player leaves camp. Here’s how we got here
Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal's training camp after coach Jorge Jesus said the superstar would not start the team's next game. Here's what we know about the situation.
Rams’ Puka Nacua ‘smiling’ over the thought of playing the Eagles
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua was a limited participant in practice Thursday, and it remains to be seen if Aaron Donald will play against the Eagles.
Laker select Derrin Horton to be new public-address announcer
The veteran sports broadcaster and former KTLA sports anchor replaces the late Lawrence Tanter, who retired late last season because of health issues.
Mike McDaniel blames himself for Chargers’ woes, remains confident of turnaround
Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel blames himself for the problems the team is experiencing on offense, but is confident they can be fixed.
Mike Tomlin’s ‘Minecraft’ city is going viral — and at least one former Steelers player is incredulous
Former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin played 'Minecraft' to spend time with his sons. Soon building virtual cities became therapeutic relief from football's pressures.
LAFC names Xavi Tamarit interim coach to steer late playoff push
LAFC is turning Xavi Tamarit, a veteran of the English Premier League and Spain's La Liga, to coach the team as it pushes to improve its playoff seed.
Shaikin: 'Hired gun' Tarik Skubal opens up on the pressure, pain and lessons of October
The Dodgers acquired left-hander Tarik Skubal for five or six starts in October, the first of them this weekend. How best to capture his feelings: Excitement? Pressure? Responsibility?
Steelers trade Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys after offseason contract talks failed
Pittsburgh traded cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas for a 2028 second-round pick and a 2027 sixth-rounder after failing to come to terms on a contract extension.
Prep talk: Whittier water polo has a phenom goal scorer in freshman Emiliano Plascencia
Freshman Emiliano Plascencia of Whitter, which is 11-4 overall and 2-0 in the Del Rio League, has scored more than 100 goals.
NFL Week 4 picks: Rams defeat Eagles; Chiefs topple Raiders
Sam Farmer makes his picks for Week 4 of the NFL season, with the Rams prevailing over the Philadelphia Eagles and the Chargers remaining winless.
Phil Mickelson entered treatment center for family trauma and addiction earlier this year
Golfer Phil Mickelson checked himself into a treatment center earlier this year to seek help for family trauma and addiction, a representative said. He is reportedly no longer there.
Lakers’ early defensive prowess impresses Austin Reaves, JJ Redick
The veteran guard was quick to mention new wings Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams along with second-year forward Adou Thiero. The coach points to team's depth.
Rams star Puka Nacua expected to play Sunday; Aaron Donald questionable
Coach Sean McVay says the team's top receiver is back after missing two games because of a hip injury. The veteran defensive lineman is day to day.
High school football coaches use USC vs. Oregon incident as a teaching moment
Following Desman Stephens’ hit on Dante Moore, coaches are reminding players to be respectful when an opponent is injured and that celebrating is not acceptable.
A’ja Wilson apologizes for technical foul but demands respect after confrontation with fan
Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson received a technical foul late in her team's playoff loss to the Fever after leaving the court to confront a fan. She later said the fan's behavior was 'unacceptable.'
NASCAR owner Chad Bryant, crew member suspended indefinitely for attacking Corey Heim at Martinsville
NASCAR suspended team owner Chad Bryant and crew member Steve Civatarese indefinitely after they and others attacked rising star Corey Heim after a race at Martinsville Speedway.
Sierra Canyon linebacker Eli Zamorano marches to his own beat
The 6-foot-2, 205-pound sophomore plays the ukelele, listens to music from the past and lives life as he sees fit.
Prep talk: Crespi to honor 1986 championship football team on Friday
Crespi High to retire the jersey of standout running back Russell White during ceremony to honor the 1986 Southern Section champions.
Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas soaking up possible last hurrah: ‘I wouldn’t play for another team’
When Miguel Rojas first returned to the Dodgers in 2023, he didn't necessarily expect this chapter of his career to be so meaningful. Now, he faces a decision about retirement.
Girls’ flag football: Tuesday’s scores
Check out Tuesday's girls' flag football scores.
Who’s hot and who’s not as Dodgers prepare for the postseason
Here's how some of the key Dodgers hitters and pitchers are trending going into the NL division series.
‘This is a meritocracy’: Lakers open training camp with mandate of competition
Coach JJ Redick expects training camp to be a proving ground for players who want start and be part of the rotation. The first practice proved that to be true.
Former Laker J.R. Smith arrested on suspicion of family violence assault charge
Former Laker J.R. Smith was arrested Tuesday in Texas on suspicion of assault causing bodily injury involving a family member. No bond had been set, according to jail booking records.
Nick Sirianni expresses remorse for NSFW reaction to sideline hit on Jalen Hurts
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said his emotions got the best of him after QB Jalen Hurts was hit hard going out of bounds and briefly left the game. Cameras caught Sirianni yelling an obscenity.