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BILL PLASCHKE
The team looks different from a week ago.
T.J. SIMERS
With his team down 2-0, Manny Ramirez might turn to a trick that worked for his 2004 Red Sox, who went on to win the World Series. >>
NATIONAL LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES
Philadelphia batters Chad Billingsley for eight runs in 2 1/3 innings and survives Manny Ramirez's three-run homer to win, 8-5. >>
BILL DWYRE
The veteran guard has put together a fine NBA career while higher-profile teammates get the attention. >>
LAKERS FYI
The Lakers are 0-2 in exhibitions after a 107-80 loss Thursday to the Clippers, and they're still figuring out a few details. >>
COLLEGE FOOTBALL
Trojans fans may be upset about the way Bolden handled his announcement not to go to USC, but Trojans assistant David Watson praises Bolden's skills, and Bolden says it was just a stunt. >>
USC FOOTBALL
Ankle injury could sideline Sun Devils quarterback for game at the Coliseum. >>
UCLA FOOTBALL
UCLA is a 20-point underdog against Oregon, in part because of its lack of success in road games and difficulties it has had defending the spread offense, which the Ducks run so well. >>
KINGS
The young All-Star left his native Slovenia at 16 to compete in the Swedish Elite League. >>
HELENE ELLIOTT
San Jose coach has his players buying into a new foundation that opens eyes of everyone, including veterans such as Rob Blake. >>
ERIC SONDHEIMER / ON HIGH SCHOOLS
The team is loaded with skill-position stars. >>
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL
No. 3 St. Bonaventure is stopped, 12-7, in loss to No. 2 Jackrabbits. >>
UCLA FOOTBALL
Senior defensive tackle received a fifth year of eligibility after missing most of last season because of a knee injury, and he's determined to make the most of it. >>
USC FOOTBALL
Defensive backs hope Arizona State's Rudy Carpenter will play. >>
COLLEGE FOOTBALL MAILBAG
L.A. Times college football expert Chris Dufresne takes time out (he gets two per half) each Friday during the season to answer your questions on college football. >>
LETTERS
Fans take their shots at Francisco Rodriguez, Vladimir Guerrero and John Lackey, just to name a few. >>
MORNING BRIEFING
A snowstorm might make Lance Mackey feel at home. >>
NEWSWIRE
Sprinter was once 'the world's fastest human.' >>
AROUND THE NATION
Johnny Patrick returned a fumble 21 yards for a touchdown in the fourth quarter and blocked a field goal to set up another score in Louisville's 35-28 victory over Memphis on Friday night at Memphis, Tenn. >>
AROUND THE NFL
Running back will sit out his second game in three weeks. >>
AMERICAN LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES
Boston comes through with clutch pitching from Daisuke Matsuzaka and timely hitting to defeat Tampa Bay. >>
ALCS NOTES
He tosses the game ball into a trash can before realizing it was a record-setting memento. >>
NATIONAL LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES
In the morning, Manuel learns that his 87-year-old mother had died in Virginia. Then after the Phillies win, Victorino is told his 82-year-old grandmother died in Hawaii. >>
PHILLIES FYI
Phillies have had no luck at Dodger Stadium this season. >>
DODGERS FYI
The 23-year-old rookie pitches 31/3 scoreless innings and strikes out five in his playoff debut. Clayton Kershaw also pitches well in his first postseason appearance. >>
CLIPPERS FYI
The speedy point guard is getting advice from veterans such as Baron Davis and Cuttino Mobley. >>
They accused him of pretending to have HIV, but he says he doesn't want them fired. >>
USC BASKETBALL
NCAA says it has yet to receive application for waiver that could allow North Carolina transfer to play immediately. USC says it is still gathering information. >>
SOCCER
Americans play Cuba on Saturday, Mexico faces Jamaica and both appear to be solid favorites to reach the final six. >>
GRAHAME L. JONES / ON SOCCER
In history, only seven nations have won soccer's ultimate prize. Here is a look at how each stands with a slew of qualifying games coming up. >>
SOCCER
Chivas is looking to close in on a playoff spot. >>
KINGS FYI
The forward isn't expected to dress for Saturday's season opener at San Jose because it would be consecutive games after missing 21/2 weeks of training camp. >>
KINGS
Reducing their opponents' high-percentage scoring chances is a priority. >>
GOLF ROUNDUP
He has a chance to make a big jump up the PGA Tour money list as he holds a two-shot lead in San Antonio. >>
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