L.A. Times - Sports

The Dodgers' World Series hero might not get his due when it comes to rankings of MLB's top pitchers, but he should be considered among the best, writes Mirjam Swanson.

Bill Plaschke used to ignore the World Baseball Classic, but he has been wowed by the dramatic tournament that feels bigger than the World Series.

Angel City has plenty of wins in the community, but it has struggled to be successful on the pitch. The team is confident they will be better in 2026.

Austin Reaves' perfectly executed play at the free-throw line against the Nuggets is another reminder of much he has grown with the Lakers.

The Trailblazers lose a McDonald's All-American early but rally together with Brandon McCoy leading the way past Richmond Salesian at Golden 1 Center on Saturday.

Olympic gold medalist Jordan Chiles and the Bruins' seniors won their home finale against rival Utah Saturday. Chiles took the meet's all-around title.

Austin Reaves forces overtime after scoring off a rebound from his own free throw before Luka Doncic scores in the final second of a 127-125 Lakers win.

The junior guard has 24 points and five assists while making key plays and big shots against San Jose Archbishop Mitty on Saturday at Golden 1 Center.

In the final season of his Hall of Fame-caliber career, Anze Kopitar passes Marcel Dionne to become the Kings' all-time leading scorer.

Alex Osterloh makes two of three free throws with 0.3 seconds left to give Atherton Sacred Heart Prep the victory Saturday.

Irvine University High claimed the Division IV boys' title on Friday at the inaugural state championships in Sacramento.

The Dolphins, who perservered after the devastating effects of the fire last year, score only 13 points after halftime in loss to Yuba City Faith Christian on Saturday.