California
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani reached rarefied air Thursday in becoming baseball’s first player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in one season in a sport that dates back to 1876.
Sept. 22, 2024
Sports
While the Dodgers are entrenched in L.A., California has seen its share of cities, including Oakland, lose pro baseball teams. What’s causing the issue?
Sept. 15, 2024
Climate & Environment
Yeah, I’ve got thoughts on the presidential debate. And a lot of other stuff.
Sept. 12, 2024
The baseball field that Tom Hanks famously graced in the 1992 film “A League of Their Own” went up in flames Thursday in Ontario, according to authorities.
Aug. 23, 2024
The revelation of earlier violence against Dr. Hamid Mirshojae raised new questions about the fatal shooting, which has left the Woodland Hills community reeling.
Aug. 27, 2024
Angels
Minnesota Twins and Angels legend Rod Carew finally becomes a United States citizen at 78 after immigrating to the country from Panama when he was 14.
Books
A new biography of Clayton Kershaw, a history of Chavez Ravine, a reevaluation of a Negro League star and more book recommendations for baseball fans.
July 13, 2024
UCLA Sports
David Berg, a former UCLA baseball star player, left his role as an assistant coach with the Bruins soon after facing discipline for slapping a player.
Aug. 3, 2024
High School Sports
Former Pepperdine University baseball coach Rick Hirtensteiner is the new head coach at Oaks Christian High School.
Aug. 1, 2024
Opinion
Bring back smaller bases. Get rid of the ghost runner. And smash the pitch clock — this fan wants to keep the game languorous and unexpected.
July 4, 2024