L.A. Times - Sports

ESPN's coverage of 2026 NBA Finals is setting ratings records for ABC

Stephen Battaglio — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:09:59 GMT

The first four games of the showdown between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs is the most watched NBA Finals since 1998.

Shohei Ohtani out of Dodgers' lineup day after leaving game with knee inflammation

Maddie Lee — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:46:21 GMT

Manager Dave Roberts had expressed optimism Thursday night, after the Dodgers' 8-6 win against the Pirates, that Shohei Ohtani would not miss additional time for the ailment.

Sexual misconduct claim against Phil Mickelson refuted by video evidence, lawyer says

Ruben Vives, Steve Henson — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:12:09 GMT

Golf star Phil Mickelson is fighting a sexual misconduct allegation from a Southern California country club employee. His lawyer says there's evidence to the contrary.

Dodgers, Rams physician Neal ElAttrache explains referring UFC star Conor McGregor to steroids specialist

Steve Henson — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:13:20 GMT

MLB spoke with Dodgers and Rams physician Neal ElAttrache about a New York Times story that connected him with UFC fighter Conor McGregor taking banned substances.

Swanson: Cameron Brink is trying to navigate a fouled-up situation

Mirjam Swanson — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The 24-year-old forward, a former No. 2 overall draft pick now playing only 17 minutes a game as a reserve, looks to improve her game while decreasing fouls.

Amid travel bans, ICE fears and political turmoil, wary fans try to find World Cup joy

Kevin Baxter — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The most ambitious FIFA World Cup in history is underway, but geopolitical rifts, travel bans and high ticket prices threaten to smother the excitement.

After uncertainty, a positive sign for L.A. Olympics transportation funding

Justine McDaniel — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The funding requires passage in Congress, but its approval in committee last week is a crucial signal of investment from Washington after weeks of uncertainty.

Meet the Beverly Hills jeweler who crafted the Seattle Seahawks' Super Bowl ring

Sam Farmer — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:48:54 GMT

Beverly Hills-based jeweler Jason Arasheben crafted the Seattle Seahawks' Super Bowl rings celebrating the team's 2025 season title.

Mexico rides emotional crowd support to historic World Cup win over South Africa

Eduard Cauich — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:44:14 GMT

In a match marked by three red cards, Mexico discovered it can be an attacking threat while winning the World Cup opener against South Africa at Azteca Stadium.

Shohei Ohtani, Justin Wrobleski are injured, exit early in Dodgers' win over Pirates

Maddie Lee — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:23:44 GMT

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani makes an early exit against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday because of inflammation in his left knee.

How the Dodgers plan to shuffle catchers with Will Smith on the injured list

Maddie Lee — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:54:34 GMT

Will Smith is optimistic his injured neck will be feeling better next week. Until then, here's how Dave Roberts is going to handle his catcher situation.

U.S. vs. Paraguay: Breaking down the challenges in World Cup opener

Kevin Baxter — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:12:34 GMT

The American men are facing the pressure of hosting a tournament in which they are not favored to win while trying to increase interest in the sport.

Why Sean McVay decided to cancel Rams minicamp this year

Gary Klein — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:09:19 GMT

The Rams are canceling minicamp and ending their offseason program early, but Sean McVay isn't the first NFL coach to find minicamp unnecessary.

Harvard-Westlake tennis champion Chase Klugo is fighting to expand hearing aid coverage

Liana Handler — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:22:43 GMT

Chase Klugo's moderate-to-severe hearing loss requires hearing aids to navigate life. He wants to make sure all those who need it in California get the aids they need.

Serena Williams pivots quickly to new playing partner for Berlin Open next week

Steve Henson — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:20:55 GMT

Serena Williams' return to tennis at the HSBC lasted only one match because playing partner Victoria Mboko was injured. Williams will have a new partner next week.

LA Card Show! Everything you need to know to make the best of the event this weekend

Steve Henson — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:27:51 GMT

The fourth annual LA Card Show will take place at the L.A. Convention Center with twice the vendors that participated last year at Dodger Stadium.

UFC Freedom 250: What to know about the White House bouts, Paramount and the lawsuit

Greg Braxton — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

A scheduled UFC bout on the White House South Lawn in celebration of Trump's 80th birthday and the country's 250th anniversary has sparked controversy and a lawsuit.

With eyes of world on Mexico City, El Tri kicks off 2026 World Cup against South Africa

Eduard Cauich — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:24:16 GMT

Mexico is hoping a relatively young roster without a lot of top-tier club experience can surprise during the World Cup that kicks off Thursday in Mexico City.

New Kings coach Peter Laviolette looks to build pillars for success

Liana Handler — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:30:43 GMT

During an introductory news conference Wednesday, he stressed unifying the locker room, seeking accountability and to build an attacking style of play.

Dodgers bullpen can't help out Shohei Ohtani in loss to Pirates

Maddie Lee — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:11:49 GMT

Pitcher Shohei Ohtani leaves the game with a three-run lead, but bullpen can't hang on and Dodgers lose to the Pirates.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino pleas for patience, urges people to relax amid backlash

Eduard Cauich — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 22:05:03 GMT

While he runs the most popular global sporting event, FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists he is no king and must try to broker peace as best he can.

Emotional, creative protests rise up in Mexico City ahead of historic World Cup opener

Eduard Cauich — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:28:41 GMT

Mexicans whose relatives have disappeared, teachers, stadium lifetime ticket owners and more air their grievances ahead of 2026 World Cup opening match.

Texas Tech AD addresses controversy after judge's Brendan Sorsby ruling: 'I understand the frustration'

Chuck Schilken — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:14:57 GMT

Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt issued a statement addressing the controversy over a judge's decision to allow Brendan Sorsby to play in 2026 despite his NCAA ban for gambling.

U.S. defender Chris Richards says he's ready for World Cup opener

Kevin Baxter — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:30:59 GMT

Richards, who missed the 2022 World Cup because of a hamstring injury, tore two tendons in his left ankle a month ago but is healthy enough now to play.

World Cup referee, denied entry to U.S. because of suspected ties to terrorists, hailed in return to Somalia

Steve Henson — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:29:34 GMT

Andrew Giuliani, head of the White House Task Force on World Cup 2026, indicated referee Omar Artan was suspected of having ties to a Somali militant group.

LA28 releases details on second Olympics ticket sales drop

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Before the second Olympic ticket drop officially begins Aug. 10, LA28 announced Wednesday there will be a presale for Visa cardholders from July 29-31.

World Cup matchups: Start times for every match, how to watch and game previews

Kevin Baxter — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Breaking down each of the first eight games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which includes Mexico facing South Africa and the U.S. taking on Paraguay.

USC freshman linebacker Talanoa Ili joins lawsuit seeking to upend new NIL system

Ryan Kartje — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:58:45 GMT

The first serious legal challenge to the House settlement on NIL monies will come courtesy of a USC Trojans freshman linebacker.

Freddie Freeman reaches career milestone in Dodgers' rout of Pirates

Maddie Lee — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 22:55:45 GMT

The Dodgers put together a 10-run seventh inning en route to a 12-3 win against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

USC paid Lincoln Riley nearly $12 million in lackluster 2024 season

Ryan Kartje — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 22:35:46 GMT

Recently acquired tax records also show that the university spent $6.1 million to bring in basketball coach Eric Musselman.

U.S. captain urges World Cup teammates to enjoy the experience

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 20:49:54 GMT

The Americans open the 2026 tournament at SoFi Stadium on Friday, knowing it's a once-in-a-career moment to play in the World Cup at home.

Serena Williams gets a doubles win in her first professional match in almost four years

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 20:35:32 GMT

Tennis great Serena Williams returned to the sport Tuesday after nearly four years, teaming with Victoria Mboko for a first-round doubles win at Queen's Court in London.

Trump administration sued over 'illegal' and 'corrupt' UFC event on White House lawn

Chuck Schilken — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 19:05:26 GMT

UFC Freedom 250, scheduled for Sunday, which is Trump's birthday, on the White House South Lawn, is described as 'corrupt' and 'illegal' in a federal lawsuit looking to shut down the event.

SoFi Stadium workers union announces labor deal, averting strike during World Cup

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 18:06:40 GMT

The union representing 2,000 food and beverage workers at SoFi Stadium announced they reached a tentative agreement with Legends Hospitality Monday.

Rams' Alaric Jackson arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence

Austin Knoblauch — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 16:34:31 GMT

Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson was arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence Monday night in Los Angeles.

Iran soccer body says its fans' World Cup tickets were revoked; Somali referee denied entry into U.S.

Steve Henson — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 16:29:46 GMT

Roughly 18,852 World Cup tickets earmarked for Iran's fans were revoked just a few days before matches begin, according to the Iran soccer federation.

Mexico and South Africa face off again to open World Cup after 16 years of challenges

Eduard Cauich — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Mexico and South Africa are facing off to kick off a World Cup for the second time in 16 years. Both teams have faced challenges during that journey.

From Norway to Jordan, World Cup newbies eager to surprise on soccer's biggest stage

Kevin Baxter — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Julian Ryerson and Norway aren't the only ones in unfamiliar World Cup territory. The expanded tournament offers new opportunities for players.

'It would be a fun year.' Rams all for Aaron Donald returning to pair with Myles Garrett

Gary Klein — Tue, 9 Jun 2026 00:02:07 GMT

Rams players can't help but wonder about what they could accomplish this season if Aaron Donald comes out of retirement to play alongside Myles Garrett.

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is granted injunction to play in 2026 despite lifetime gambling ban

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 21:25:05 GMT

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby won a Texas court injunction overruling his NCAA lifetime gambling ban, clearing him to practice and play in 2026 after serving a two-game suspension.

Move over, FIFA: Boyle Heights exhibit brings community back to fútbol

Andrea Flores — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 21:23:20 GMT

At Espacio 1839, a new pop-up art exhibit titled 'El Fútbol Es del Pueblo' criticizes the FIFA World Cup's cost prohibitive measures and reminds soccer fans: 'This is a people's sport'

Chanting 'USA! USA!,' thousands welcome U.S. men's soccer team to SoCal ahead of World Cup

Kevin Baxter — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 21:22:57 GMT

With the World Cup set to start this week, the U.S. men's soccer team began to train in earnest in front of thousands of fans at Orange County Great Park.

Ahead of World Cup opener in L.A., Iran lands in Tijuana wearing pins to honor schoolgirls killed in strike

Steve Henson — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 18:53:40 GMT

The Iran World Cup team arrived in Tijuana wearing lapel pins on their jackets acknowledging victims of a Feb. 28 missile strike on an elementary school.

Stacey King, longtime Chicago Bulls announcer and three-time NBA champion, dies at 59

Chuck Schilken — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 16:54:01 GMT

Stacey King, a three-time NBA champion and beloved TV broadcaster with the Chicago Bulls, has died, the team announced Sunday. He was 59. No cause of death has been disclosed.

Swanson: She broke baseball's glass ceiling. Now Kim Ng is taking softball to the next level

Mirjam Swanson — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 15:30:05 GMT

Kim Ng, former Dodgers executive and MLB's first female general manager, is now commissioner of Athletes Unlimited Softball League.

2026 World Cup guide: Full TV schedule, players to watch, results and standings

Kevin Baxter — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Everything you need to know to watch and follow the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including start times and TV and streaming information for every game.

The Times' softball coach of the year: Katie Stith of JSerra

Eric Sondheimer — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 01:31:41 GMT

The daughter of a legendary Orange County club team coach guided the Lions to the program's first Division 1 softball championship.

Sparks finally find their defense, roll past Portland to end three-game skid

Marisa Ingemi — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 01:14:38 GMT

The Sparks pick up a much-needed win, holding the expansion Portland Fire to 36% shooting in an 89-72 win that ends a three-game losing streak.

Nelly Korda wins her first U.S. Women's Open title in a thriller at Riviera

Sam Farmer — Mon, 8 Jun 2026 00:06:35 GMT

Nelly Korda, the world's No. 1-ranked golfer, added a U.S. Women's Open title to her prestigious list of achievements, edging Charley Hull and Gaby Lopez for the title.

Emmet Sheehan struggles early as Angels prevent a Dodgers season series sweep

Liana Handler — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 23:58:10 GMT

The Angels flipped the script on the Dodgers, preventing a Freeway Series season sweep Sunday with a 13-5 win at Dodger Stadium.

More fouls, less flow: Sparks struggling to adjust to WNBA crackdown on physical play

Marisa Ingemi — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 22:24:11 GMT

The Sparks have struggled to adjust to WNBA officials allowing offensive players greater movement, leading to defensive woes and an increase in fouls.

USC's College World Series hopes shattered in heartbreaking loss to North Carolina

Alan Cole — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 22:00:51 GMT

USC baseball sees its ninth-inning lead evaporate before Owen Hull hits a walk-off double to lead North Carolina to a 4-3 win in the NCAA super regionals.

The Times' baseball player of the year: James Tronstein of Harvard-Westlake

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

James Tronstein had .531 batting average with 52 hits and 10 home runs for the Southern Section Division 1 semifinalist Wolverines.

Swanson: Dodgers show courage by permanently honoring LGBTQ+ pioneers Glenn Burke and Billy Bean

Mirjam Swanson — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The families of LGBTQ+ pioneers Glenn Burke and Billy Bean wiped away tears after an exhibit at Dodger Stadium honoring their loved ones was unveiled.

The Times' softball player of the year: Liliana Escobar of JSerra

Steve Galluzzo — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:50:00 GMT

The senior pitcher, who has signed with Florida, had a record of 18-5 with 264 strikeouts and 47 walks in 153 innings this season for Division 1 champions.

Memo Ochoa is driven to play his best for Mexico win during his sixth World Cup

Jad El Reda — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:50:00 GMT

Memo Ochoa became a star on the World Cup stage. Now the Mexican legend is pushing to make his historic sixth World Cup appearance on home soil.

The Times' baseball coaches of the year: Matt Mowry and Gus Rico of Birmingham

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:40:00 GMT

The co-head coaches Matt Mowry and Gus Rico guided Birmingham to the West Valley League title and City Open Division championship.

The Times' 2026 All-Star baseball team

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:20:00 GMT

Pitchers Julian Garcia and Jordan Ayala are among the players chosen for the Los Angeles Times' 2026 All-Star baseball team.

The Times' 2026 All-Star softball team

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Pitchers Liliana Escobar, Peyton May and Lily Hauser lead the Los Angeles Times' All-Star softball team for 2026.

'Enjoy the moment.' Americans who played in 1994 World Cup on home soil offer advice

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:11:00 GMT

Alexi Lalas, Cobi Jones and other members of the 1994 U.S. World Cup team offer urge this year's World Cup team to make the most of their rare opportunity.

The Times' final top 25 high school baseball rankings for 2026

Eric Sondheimer — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:05:00 GMT

St. John Bosco finishes No. 1 in the Southland after winning the Southern Section Division 1 championship.

Final top 20 high school softball rankings for 2026

Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

JSerra High finishes as the No. 1 high school softball team in the Southland for 2026, produced in association with CalHiSports.com.

Paul Caligiuri made 'shot heard 'round the world.' Now he wants to save grassroots soccer

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Former U.S. soccer star Paul Caligiuri is reinventing himself as a grassroots evangelist, challenging pay-to-play costs and field shortages while mentoring kids.

Can resilient captain Edson Álvarez lead Mexico to the elusive World Cup quarterfinals?

Eduard Cauich — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Mexican midfielder Edson Álvarez is heading to his third World Cup after overcoming an injury and criticism. Can he lead El Tri on a deep tournament run?

Want to watch World Cup for free or low cost? Find L.A. area fan festivals and zones

Jad El Reda — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:49:00 GMT

The Coliseum and 10 locations around the Los Angeles area will host watch parties and fan activities throughout the 2026 World Cup.

How the U.S., Mexico and Canada won a spirited fight to host the 2026 World Cup

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:15:00 GMT

The U.S., Mexico and Canada nearly missed out on a chance to host the 2026 World Cup. Inside the successful push to rescue the North American bid.

Christian Pulisic carries the World Cup hopes of a nation with his legacy at stake

Kevin Baxter — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:15:00 GMT

If the U.S. is to go deep in this World Cup, it will be carried there on Christian Pulisic's shoulders. If it stumbles, Pulisic will get the blame.

World Cup roundtable: Who will win, who will surprise and how far will U.S. advance?

Kevin Baxter, Eduard Cauich, Jad El Reda — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Times reporter Kevin Baxter and Times en Español reporters Eduard Cauich and Jad El Reda help readers prepare for the World Cup.

Dodgers go on scoring spree before Yoshinobu Yamamoto shuts down Angels

Maddie Lee — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 04:48:06 GMT

Andy Pages and Shohei Ohtani hit home runs during a dominant first inning and Yoshinobu Yamamoto shines for the Dodgers in a 9-2 win over the Angels.

Jared Grindlinger caps off Huntington Beach High career with a title

Steve Galluzzo — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 01:29:31 GMT

The junior left-handed outfielder and pitcher leads the Oilers to the Southern California Regional Division I championship on Saturday.

Nelly Korda ditches shoes LeBron James gave her, surges into U.S. Women's Open lead

Sam Farmer — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 23:38:17 GMT

Nelly Korda, the No. 1-ranked golfer in the world, shot another 67 at the U.S. Women's Open to take a share of the lead heading into the final round.

Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo wins the 158th running of the Belmont Stakes

Jay Posner — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 23:15:35 GMT

Cherie DeVaux becomes the first woman to train a horse that wins two races of the Triple Crown with Golden Tempo's victory in the Belmont Stakes.

North Carolina's Jason DeCaro shuts out USC baseball to force decisive Game 3

Alan Cole — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 21:15:53 GMT

Jason DeCaro gives up only two hits over a strong, complete-game effort in North Carolina's 4-0 win over USC in Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regionals.

Most dangerous World Cup ever? Climate change poses growing risks for players

Kevin Baxter — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

FIFA is well aware that extreme heat and humidity could affect the 2026 World Cup, and that's why this might be the final World Cup to be played in the summer.

What time does the 2026 Belmont Stakes start? What TV channel is it on?

Jay Posner — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Belmont Stakes will air nationally on Fox, not NBC, and the Triple Crown finale will be among 14 races at the Saratoga Race Course on Saturday.

Letters to Sports: More calls for Angels ownership change

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section give their thoughts on Angels owner Arte Moreno, the Rams acquiring Myles Garrett, the Dodgers and USC.

Kelsey Plum's return can't reverse Sparks' defensive woes in loss to Wings

Marisa Ingemi — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 05:16:48 GMT

Kelsey Plum finishes with a team-high 27 points in her first game back from an ankle injury, but it's not enough to prevent the Sparks from losing 104-96.

Freddie Freeman hits walk-off homer, Roki Sasaki dominates in Dodgers' win over Angels

Liana Handler — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 04:56:42 GMT

Dodgers star Freddie Freeman renews his reputation as a ninth-inning hero for the Dodgers, hitting a walk-off home run in a 1-0 victory over the Angels.

SoFi Stadium workers vote to authorize strike with World Cup days away

Kevin Baxter — Sat, 6 Jun 2026 03:01:39 GMT

Unite Here Local 11, the union representing SoFi Stadium workers, votes to authorize a strike less than a week before the venue will host a World Cup game.

Alison Lee moves into prime position to challenge for U.S. Women's Open title

Sam Farmer — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 23:48:12 GMT

Former UCLA standout Alison Lee shot a 68 during the second round of the U.S. Women's Open to move to the top of the leaderboard in her quest for a first career win.

Dean Carpentier hits grand slam, powers USC to super regional win over North Carolina

Alan Cole — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 22:39:27 GMT

USC rallied from a 5-2 deficit, earning a 9-5 win over host North Carolina during Game 1 of the Chapel Hill Super Regional on Friday.

Kentucky Derby star Cherie DeVaux hopes Golden Tempo surprises, then welcomes a break

Jay Posner — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 21:23:51 GMT

Golden Tempo, the horse that made Cherie DeVaux the first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby, is not expected to win Saturday's Belmont Stakes.

Serena Williams jokes about changing her mind as she extends her comeback tour

Tracy Brown — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 21:04:49 GMT

Serena Williams, who recently announced her return to professional tennis, has added another stop to her comeback tour: the Berlin Open.

'Thank you for loving Kyle': Samantha Busch releases statement weeks after NASCAR legend's death

Chuck Schilken — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 19:15:01 GMT

Kyle Busch's wife Samantha and their two children expressed gratitude for the kindness of others on Friday in the weeks following the NASCAR legend's unexpected death at age 41.

From a water bottle policy flip-flop to botched ticket sales, World Cup fans feel the squeeze

Steve Henson — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 16:48:51 GMT

FIFA is asking 60 fans who were sold World Cup tickets for free to pay corrected face value for them. FIFA also came full circle on its water bottle policy.

Here are five SoCal designers adding flare to fútbol fits this World Cup

Andrea Flores — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 16:27:28 GMT

As the FIFA World Cup fast approaches, these SoCal designers want you to root for your team in style.

Vegas' Brayden McNabb takes a puck to the face, forced to leave Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final

Chuck Schilken — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 16:19:16 GMT

Longtime Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb took a puck to the face on a blistering slap shot during Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Prep talk: Junior pitcher Jack Kaplan and his Brentwood teammates had quite a season

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Brentwood won its first Southern Section baseball title with the junior pitcher helping lead the way.

Prep talk: 69 football teams in LAUSD receive equipment donation from the Rams

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 11:15:00 GMT

Christmas came early for football teams in LAUSD when 69 schools received a pallet of equipment from the Rams to help with the 2026 season

Roki Sasaki is no longer lost in translation, finding his swagger and delivering wins

Maddie Lee — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki says no one explained key cultural differences between Japan and the U.S. Mastering differences helped him relax on the mound.

Why Dave Roberts didn't pinch-hit Shohei Ohtani in Dodgers' walk-off loss

Maddie Lee — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 06:36:19 GMT

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts had a good reason for not using Shohei Ohtani as a pinch-hitter in the ninth inning of a 3-2 walk-off loss to Arizona.

High school baseball and softball: Regional scores and schedule

Los Angeles Times staff — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 03:47:22 GMT

Southern California high school baseball and softball regional playoff scores and schedule.

Max Muncy avoids serious injury after violent collision in Dodgers' loss

Maddie Lee — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 02:57:40 GMT

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says he doesn't expect Max Muncy to miss any time following the third baseman's violent collision with Arizona's Ildemaro Vargas.

Regional playoff roundup: Huntington Beach advances to Division I baseball final

Eric Sondheimer — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 02:11:30 GMT

Dane Cunningham hits a two-run home run to lead Huntington Beach to an 11-3 win over Corona in the Division I baseball playoffs.

LA28 chair Casey Wasserman says he will not resign over Epstein fallout

Thuc Nhi Nguyen — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 23:25:52 GMT

Casey Wasserman says he will not resign from his role as chairman of the Los Angeles Olympic organizing committee despite his ties to Ghislaine Maxwell.

No. 1-ranked Nelly Korda struggles during first round of U.S. Women's Open

Sam Farmer — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 23:20:32 GMT

She cards a two-over-par 73 and is six shots behind leader Sei Young Kim after the first round at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades.

Injured Kelsey Plum likely to return for Sparks' next game

Marisa Ingemi — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 21:13:52 GMT

Coach Lynne Roberts and the nine-year veteran, who had missed only four games before this season, is expected back Friday from ankle injury.

USC enjoys breakthrough super regional appearance, eager to keep train moving to CWS

Jose de Jesus Ortiz — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 20:21:35 GMT

USC coach Andy Stankiewicz is proud of the Trojans who bought into his vision, believing the dormant powerhouse could return to the top of college baseball.

NBA bans juvenile fan for life after he rushes court to get selfie with Victor Wembanyama

Chuck Schilken — Thu, 4 Jun 2026 20:21:25 GMT

The NBA says it has banned two fans after one of them ran onto the court during Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The fan appeared to attempt to film himself with Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.