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Former USC quarterback JT Daniels, who lost his starting job with the Trojans to Kedon Slovis after suffering a torn ACL, is transferring to Georgia.
Nadal, one of the favorites to win the Kentucky Derby in September, was retired after sustaining a leg fracture after a workout at Santa Anita.
Hundreds of college juniors and high school seniors who normally would be drafted and signed by MLB teams will instead crowd college rosters beyond capacity.
The Dodgers will continue paying minor league players a stipend of $400 per week through the end of June even though it’s looking unlikely a minor league season will occur.
In a memo sent to the NFL’s 32 teams by Commissioner Roger Goodell, teams will be allowed to reopen consumer-facing facilities as early as Monday.
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With the regular season officially over because of the coronavirus outbreak, the NHL recognized the winners of three season awards Thursday. -
The NBA is not expected to make a final decision on season restart play format during its scheduled conference call with team owners Friday.
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Chaminade senior receiver is doing home workouts while preparing to be ready when football returns
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Premier League teams have agreed to return from the coronavirus shutdown on June 17, but the British government must first approve a season restart.
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Coronavirus concerns have caused Boston Marathon organizers to cancel the iconic event for the first time in its 124-year history.
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USC is set to add former star linebackers Chris Claiborne and Hayes Pullard to its support staff. They will start June 1.
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Some colleges consider campuses safe for athletes but not for the general student population. Are colleges really just trying to protect their finances?
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Phil Mickelson has many ideas on how to make ‘The Match’ with Tiger Woods an annual fundraising event showcasing young golfers and other athletes.
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With the resumption of racing at Santa Anita, more than 20 jockeys have to live in trailers on site for the weekends. The setup has created a transformative experience.
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Pat Tillman’s decision to give up his NFL career to fight for his country underlines how important it is to understand the true meaning of Memorial Day.
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Lakers guard Quinn Cook teams up with Kevin Durant on filmmaking project.
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These days, amid the coronavirus closure, Santa Anita Park racetrack bugler Jay Cohen belts out his call to the post for an audience of one.
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Newport Harbor’s two-sport star has been with his band of lacrosse brothers since sixth grade. Now he will go his own way, to Bryant University.
Forced to choose from the four sports he played at Rancho Dominguez, Nathaniel Gomez chose soccer: ‘I believe it was my calling since I was young.’
Alessandra Samperio will study studio arts at Loyola Marymount; she will bring that artistic flair to the pitching circle as well.
St. Francis basketball standout Andre Henry says the team managed to have a great year even if the coronavirus derailed the season.
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Usually agents are the intermediary between players and teams. But the coronavirus lockdown has them performing other duties for anxious clients.
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People older than 65 or with health conditions are at higher risk from coronavirus. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and Angels manager Joe Maddon have concerns.
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The NHL revealed its plan to return to play. The Kings and Ducks won’t be involved; they’re among the teams that will move to a modified draft lottery.
UCLA and USC
Kentucky transfer Johnny Juzang will be immediately eligible to play for UCLA after receiving a waiver from the NCAA on Wednesday.
Elijah Wade’s UCLA football career ended for medical reasons. Now, as a student council rep, he advocates for Bruins athletes in the time of COVID-19.
The Pac-12 Conference voted Tuesday to allow voluntary, on-campus workouts for all athletes beginning as soon as June 15.
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International student-athletes at UCLA and USC have found that a global pandemic can bring about long waits to get home and days spent in isolation.
Lakers and Clippers
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Knicks forward and former Clipper Maurice Harkless has spent the NBA hiatus pursing his passions of art, fashion and wine.
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Lakers veteran Danny Green keeps busy with podcasts, workouts and representing his teammates with the players’ union during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Lakers co-owner and governor Jeanie Buss talks about Kobe Bryant’s death and how her father’s influence continues to help her through stressful times.
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Longtime Times sports reporter Chris Dufresne died suddenly in his home. He was 62.
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Dodgers and Angels
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The Dodgers on Tuesday informed full-time employees that the organization will implement a tiered system of pay cuts starting June 1.
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Ben Massé lives in West Springfield, Mass. But his backyard is Chavez Ravine. The Dodgers fan is building a miniature replica of the team’s stadium.
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Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler answer questions on how they set their lineups for ‘the Golden Greats: I-5 Series.’
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Tiare Jennings, a senior shortstop at Long Beach St. Anthony, batted .710 and is headed to Oklahoma.
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Baseball’s players and owners seem far apart on many issues as fans await the return of the sport
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Del Mar will start its summer meeting eight days earlier but only race three days a week in response to the coronavirus outbreak. There will be no spectators.
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Like a Cher farewell tour, my goodbye has gone on and on. But this is it. Time to say thanks to my readers, editors and, most of all, my family.
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Barry Bonds hits two more homers, giving him four in the series, as Northern California defeats Southern California 5-2 to take a 2-0 series lead.
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A look at some of the most memorable moments in sports history to have occurred on May 28.
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On the day after major league owners asked players to take an additional pay cut this season, Max Scherzer threw this brushback pitch: put up or shut up.
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The induction ceremony for Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett and the rest of the class will take place in early 2021, separate from the 2021 induction.
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Chargers quarterback coach Pep Hamilton said he doesn’t believe the pandemic restrictions will hinder the development of top draft pick Justin Herbert much.
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Three of four preseason games for the Rams are scheduled to be held at SoFi Stadium, including the opener on Friday, Aug. 14, against the New Orleans Saints.
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Former USC quarterback JT Daniels, who lost his starting job with the Trojans to Kedon Slovis after suffering a torn ACL, is transferring to Georgia.
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Nadal, one of the favorites to win the Kentucky Derby in September, was retired after sustaining a leg fracture after a workout at Santa Anita.
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Some colleges consider campuses safe for athletes but not for the general student population. Are colleges really just trying to protect their finances?
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The fact that it was Colin Kaepernick and the San Francisco 49ers only made the situation worse.
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Phil Mickelson has many ideas on how to make ‘The Match’ with Tiger Woods an annual fundraising event showcasing young golfers and other athletes.
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Wheatland Union High School starts workouts on Wednesday.
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Arcadia pitcher Preston Howey says the coronavirus shutdown of his senior senior has taught him not to take anything for granted.
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Rams and Chargers
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Jalen Ramsey surpassed the Rams’ expectations last season and continued to establish himself as perhaps the NFL’s top cornerback. He expects a big contract extension.
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Ex-Charger Ryan Leaf was arrested on a domestic battery charge, according to booking information provided by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.
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With Memorial Day nearing, ex-Charger Donnie Edwards is assisting with a program to recognize digitally those who have died serving the country.
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The Rams’ star left defensive tackle Aaron Donald, one of the NFL’s most fit and physically shredded players, appeared to be in top condition on video conference.
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Here’s what Southland hockey fans can look forward to without the Kings or Ducks participating in the playoffs that will take place as early as July.
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The NHL will allow groups of up to six players to train together at team facilities as the league prepares to return from the coronavirus shutdown.
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Ali Downey, a critical care nurse in Fountain Valley, is part of the Ducks’ 16-woman group that works home games and represents the team at events.
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The NHL Players’ Assn. on Friday approved the concept of the league’s proposal to resume play and complete the 2019-20 season. Talks will continue on key points.
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Many countries have curtailed testing because of the coronavirus. The World Anti-Doping Agency insists it will search for ways to address the issue.
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The U.S. Olympics organization dramatically cuts staff amid budget shortfalls after the coronavirus forced postponement of the Tokyo Games.
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A foreign journalists’ club in Japan portrayed the Summer Games logo as the coronavirus, striking a nerve with officials and prompting its removal.
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Beach volleyball star April Ross discusses the challenges of waiting an extra year for a shot at her first Olympic gold amid the coronavirus outbreak.
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The NWSL will start a 25-game tournament next month in two Utah stadiums with no fans. It’s not known if Megan Rapinoe or other top stars will play.
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced Saturday that the soccer league in Spain will be allowed to resume June 8.
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Mexico’s professional soccer league has decided to cancel the season without crowning a champion for the first time because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Here’s what soccer is available to watch on TV this weekend.
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