Saturday, September 30, 2017

Three up, three down: Twins and Verlander complete turnarounds

Three up, three down: Twins and Verlander complete turnarounds

A look at what’s trending this week in Major League Baseball:

THREE UP

Anti-tank weapons: The Minnesota Twins had the worst record in the major leagues last year. Now they’re the first team in MLB history to lose 100 games one season and advance to the playoffs the next. The Arizona Diamondbacks…


Comunicado de Lakers tras la muerte de Frank Hamblen

El legendario asistente tenía 70 años.


Lakers Statement on Passing of Frank Hamblen

El SEGUNDO – Frank Hamblen, former head coach and assistant coach for the Lakers, passed away


Lakers vs. Wolves: 3 Big Questions

Here’s what to keep an eye on in the Lakers’ preseason opener.


Before Angels defeat the Mariners, Garrett Richards discusses his uncertain future

Before Angels defeat the Mariners, Garrett Richards discusses his uncertain future

His Angels teammates have long called Garrett Richards “Bullet,” a nod to both his projectile-like pitches and the intensity with which he used to throw them.

The nickname dates back to his college career at the University of Oklahoma, where he knew not how to pitch, only to release every throw…


Friday, September 29, 2017

Lakers Get Set for Preseason Opener

The Lakers practiced in preparation for Saturday’s first preseason game in Anaheim.


Ball llega invicto al debut ante los Timberwolves

Buena labor del base en las prácticas del campamento.


Lakercrónicas: Fogata de Campamento con AGMLA

El campamento de los Lakers ya está en marcha y nos visita Adrián García Márquez para contarnos sus impresiones de los primeros entrenami


Letters: Readers shocked to find corruption in college sports in general and USC in particular

USC assistant basketball coach Tony Bland faces serious federal criminal charges for alleged corruption, bribery, and more.

On the bright side, he’s now a leading candidate to become dean of USC’s medical school.

Doug Thomson

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There are several successful recruiting tactics used…


Vander Blue Aims to Convert South Bay Success Into Roster Spot

NBA G League MVP Vander Blue looks to make his case for a roster spot at training camp.


Angels lose final road game of the season to White Sox

Angels lose final road game of the season to White Sox

The second busload of Angels arrived at Guaranteed Rate Field at 4 p.m. Thursday, carry-ons in tow, ready for one last postgame flight across much of the United States.

Seventeen hours earlier, they had been eliminated from postseason contention, and the club’s collective gaze turned toward 2018….


Thursday, September 28, 2017

Angels eliminated from playoff contention in loss to White Sox

Angels eliminated from playoff contention in loss to White Sox

Kole Calhoun hung on the yellow edges of the right-field fence, watching the last remnants of the Angels’ playoff hopes touch ground. On the mound, Blake Parker turned his gaze skyward, squinted, and sighed.

At 11:10 p.m. CDT Wednesday, 10 innings and four hours into their 158th game of 2017, the…


Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Nance, Clarkson Aim for Expanded Roles This Season

Larry Nance Jr. and Jordan Clarkson look to serve as young veterans this season.


Walton, Lakers en busca de simpleza y estructura

El entrenador de los Lakers también da señales de crecimiento.


Angels stave off playoff elimination in 9-3 win over the Chicago White Sox

Angels stave off playoff elimination in 9-3 win over the Chicago White Sox

Brandon Phillips sent one out, Luis Valbuena matched him, and, soon, Mike Trout topped them both. By launching three homers in a 15-minute span, the Angels ensured their playoff quest could last at least 24 more hours. They pummeled an inferior team and kept up with Minnesota, which can eliminate…


Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Lakers Focus on Defense at First Training Camp Practice

Luke Walton sent a message to his players with a defense-centric first day of training camp.


Lonzo Ball, protagonista del primer día de campamento

Énfasis completo en la defensa.


Meet the Lakers' 2017 Training Camp Roster

Taking a look at the 20 players who will compete at this year’s training camp.


Angels move further away from a playoff spot

Angels move further away from a playoff spot

The Angels’ chartered airplane touched down at Chicago Midway International Airport after 3 a.m. Monday, their Sunday Night Baseball victory in Houston already immaterial. The team buses reached a reserved Michigan Avenue hotel at about 4 a.m.

To compensate, the buses set off for the ballpark later…


Lakers Rookies Set Goals for Season

Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma, Josh Hart and Thomas Bryant outlined their main goals for their rookie seasons.


La garantía de Pelinka: "Amarán ver jugar a este equipo"

El gerente general de los Lakers prometió esfuerzo constante.


2017 Media Day Round Up

The 2017 Media Day at the glistening UCLA Health Training Center was my 10th covering the Lakers … which means Lonzo Ball was nine years