How new Dodger Alex Call became one of MLB’s toughest at-bats
At the end of the 2019 minor-league season, Alex Call looked at his hitting numbers, then looked himself in the mirror.A former third-round draft pick…
Mike Trout homers again but Angels fall to the Rays
Junior Caminero hit his 29th and 30th homers, Christopher Morel had a go-ahead shot and six Tampa Bay pitchers combined to strike out 16 in…
How Dan Ardell’s life came to be much more than his brief Angels career
The second in an occasional series of profiles on Southern California athletes who have flourished in their post-playing careers.The expansion Los Angeles Angels were just…
Chargers legend Antonio Gates inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame
CANTON, Ohio — Sterling Sharpe stood at the podium a few feet from his bronze bust, took off his new gold jacket and gave it to his…
As a young Donald Trump began his real estate career, he fought hard against allegations of racial bias
Reporting from CINCINNATI — Before he became the king of Atlantic City casinos, before he put his name on steaks or starred on reality television, Donald Trump…
Bay Area sports broadcasting legend Greg Papa reveals cancer diagnosis
Greg Papa, the legendary sports radio voice in the Bay Area, is stepping away from his broadcasting duties while undergoing treatment for cancer, he announced…
Lioness Chloe Kelly reveals hopes for big career move after England win
Chloe Kelly has spoken out about what she would like to do following her major football victory and could be following in the footsteps of…
Kevin Newman, Taylor Ward and Luis Rengifo homer in Angels’ win
Kevin Newman, Taylor Ward and Luis Rengifo homered to help the Angels beat Texas 6-4 on Monday night, breaking the Rangers’ six-game win streak.Kenley Jansen…
Ryne Sandberg, Hall of Famer for Cubs, dies after cancer battle
Ryne Sandberg, a Hall of Fame second baseman who became one of baseball’s best all-around players while starring for the Chicago Cubs, has died. He…
USC lineman DJ Wingfield files eligibility lawsuit against NCAA
When DJ Wingfield picked USC in the transfer portal last January, it seemed like an ideal one-year arrangement for both parties. The Trojans desperately needed…
Emmanuel Clase betting probe could lead to fans losing an investment
With Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase under investigation for baseball betting, fans that bet a combined $315,000 on him could be at risk of losing…
BBC Broom Cupboard star Josie D’Arby’s surprise new career and very famous ex
The BBC's hit children show The Broom Cupboard saw the birth of many iconic presenters - now Josie D'Arby's career has taken a surprising turn…
The Sports Report: Serious knee injury puts Alijah Arenas’ USC career in question
From Ryan Kartje: USC star freshman Alijah Arenas will miss at least the next six-to-eight months after sustaining a serious knee injury that will require…
Mike Trout homers, but Angels get swept by Mets to end trip
NEW YORK — Pete Alonso hit a three-run homer to power the New York Mets to a 6-3 win and series sweep of the Angels on Wednesday.Alonso,…
Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams is retiring from football
The Chargers were the first team in the NFL to open training camp, but the focus Thursday quickly shifted to who didn’t join them.Wide receiver…
Marcus Smart plans to join Lakers after Wizards buy out contract
The Lakers have found their point-of-attack, defensive-mind wing defender in guard Marcus Smart, who has agreed to a buyout with the Washington Wizards and plans…
Tom Troupe, prolific star of the stage and screen, is dead at 97
Theater and television actor Tom Troupe has died at 97. Troupe died Sunday morning of natural causes in his home in Beverly Hills, according to…
James Stark Bennett, former CBS and Disney TV executive, dies at 78
Television executive James Stark Bennett II, known for developing talk show “Live with Regis and Kathie Lee,” has died at 78.Bennett, who went by Jamie,…
How the Rays (and Dodgers) may shed light on pitching injuries in MLB
Tommy John surgery was never supposed to go this far.It was once a cross-your-fingers-and-pray fix for a career-ending injury. Now, MLB teams cycle through as…
With no Mike Williams, Chargers need Quentin Johnston to deliver
They lost a cherished teammate hours before they started training camp. But the Chargers receivers knew just what to do when they heard of Mike…