Roki Sasaki’s declining fastball velocity is a problem. Can the Dodgers fix it?
In the Tokyo Dome in March, you could almost hear the zip of the ball.101 mph.The pop of the catcher’s mitt sounded like a gunshot.100…
Dodgers Dugout: What should the Dodgers do about Michael Conforto?
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. A belated Happy Mother’s Day to all you mothers out there.…
The Sports Report: Why isn’t the Kentucky Derby winner in the Preakness?
From John Cherwa: The horses have barely passed the finish line at Churchill Downs when many heads turn to the east, pointing to Baltimore, and…
Prep Rally: Meet the next great pitcher from Southern California
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. As the prep baseball playoffs begin this week, let’s remind everyone…
The Sports Report: It’s time for the Lakers to trade Austin Reaves
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Tony Gonsolin, Freddie Freeman help Dodgers complete successful trip
PHOENIX — At the end of a grueling 10-game trek around the country, and in search of their first winning trip this season, the Dodgers got exactly…
Dodgers hot streak against Cy Young winners ends during loss
PHOENIX — The Dodgers were a perfect 5-0 this season when facing former Cy Young Award winners.On Saturday night at Chase Field, however, they finally met their…
Shohei Ohtani homer caps wild rally in Dodgers’ win over Arizona
PHOENIX — One pitch. One swing. One pure, unmistakable sound. On a night the roof was open, the air was hot and the Dodgers were engaged in…
Dodgers continue ‘to bet on’ Michael Conforto, but can he break slump?
PHOENIX — The skill Michael Conforto has been best at this season is probably the last one he ever hoped to master.“To be good at dealing with…
Yoshinobu Yamamoto gives up grand slam in Dodgers’ loss to Arizona
PHOENIX — It’s much too early to call it 2021 yet.But, just like the last time the Dodgers tried to defend a World Series title, the National…
The Sports Report: Coliseum is set to make Olympics history
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Shohei Ohtani’s agent Nez Balelo has ‘no regrets’ on signing with Dodgers
The business of sports often is cloaked in secrecy. You can find out the salary of your favorite player, but how much money his team…
Dodgers Dugout: Injuries are sprouting up everywhere
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. My name is Houston Mitchell. When an announcer says a player is “day-to-day” I’m reminded of…
The Sports Report: Rams try to expand their global appeal
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Evan Phillips goes on IL, but Dodgers bounce back with blowout win
MIAMI — When minor-league reliever Matt Sauer showed up in the Dodgers clubhouse Wednesday afternoon, it was a sign that something was amiss.In the middle of the…
The Sports Report: Bullpen falters as Dodgers lose
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Dodgers’ bullpen fatigue leads to extra-innings loss to Marlins
MIAMI — Most of Tuesday’s game went according to plan for the Dodgers.Tony Gonsolin produced a solid five-inning start in his second start back from Tommy John…
Dodgers place Teoscar Hernández on IL, call up James Outman
MIAMI — The Dodgers put outfielder Teoscar Hernández on the injured list Tuesday with a left groin strain, a day after Hernández injured himself chasing down a…
Mookie Betts overcame illness early in the season. How it impacted his swing
MIAMI — Two days, maybe three.When Mookie Betts first came down with a stomach bug the week the Dodgers were scheduled to leave for their season-opening trip…
The Sports Report: Kings and Rob Blake part ways
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…