LOS ANGELES — As part of a series of moves to set their 40-man roster for the offseason, the Dodgers designated former All-Star Tony Gonsolin for assignment and waived outfielder Justin Dean and right-hander Michael Grove. Added to the 40-man roster were outfielder Ryan Ward (the 2025 Pacific Coast League MVP) and left-hander Robinson Ortiz. Dean was claimed by the San … [Read more...] about Dodgers DFA Tony Gonsolin, waive Justin Dean and Michael Grove
Chargers look forward to facing ‘ultimate competitor’ Aaron Rodgers
EL SEGUNDO — Aaron Rodgers, the next quarterback the Chargers will face, turns 42 on Dec. 2. He’s playing his 21st season in the NFL, his first with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He’s a certain Hall of Fame selection, a legendary figure after playing his first 18 seasons with the Green Bay Packers. Jesse Minter, the man tasked with devising a plan to slow down Rodgers when the … [Read more...] about Chargers look forward to facing ‘ultimate competitor’ Aaron Rodgers
Rams’ passing game benefiting from more 13-personnel
LOS ANGELES — On first-and-goal from the 3-yard line, the Rams rolled out in 13-personnel, a three-tight end set. Tyler Higbee and Colby Parkinson were in line next to right tackle Rob Havenstein, with Davis Allen to the left side of the line. The New Orleans Saints responded to the heavy personnel with 10 men in the box, hoping to stop what they expected to be a run. When … [Read more...] about Rams’ passing game benefiting from more 13-personnel
Lakers’ LeBron James nearing return, cleared for contact work
LOS ANGELES — Lakers star forward LeBron James has taken another step toward making his season debut. The team announced Thursday morning that James, who’s been sidelined to start 2025-26 because of sciatica, has progressed to contact basketball activity and will be reevaluated in about 1-2 weeks. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Wednesday that James won’t travel with the Lakers … [Read more...] about Lakers’ LeBron James nearing return, cleared for contact work
Luka Doncic, Lakers rally past Spurs, hang on for 5th straight win
Lakers center Deandre Ayton, left, and San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama reach for a rebound during the first half on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Lakers star Luka Doncic looks to pass the ball as San Antonio Spurs forward Julian Champagnie defends during the first half on Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena. Doncic finished … [Read more...] about Luka Doncic, Lakers rally past Spurs, hang on for 5th straight win