HOUSTON — Veteran center Bradley Bozeman’s eyes welled with tears and his voice cracked as he talked about the Chargers’ 32-12 loss Saturday to the Houston Texans in an AFC wild-card game. Like many of his teammates, Bozeman expected more than just a one-and-done playoff appearance. After all, the Chargers had rocketed into the playoffs with three consecutive impressive … [Read more...] about Chargers get emotional after sudden ending to their season
Ducks shutout by Flyers in Cutter Gauthier’s return to Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA — Sam Ersson made 22 saves for his second shutout of the season and the Philadelphia Flyers beat Anaheim 6-0 on Saturday night in Cutter Gauthier’s first visit to Philadelphia since being traded to the Ducks a year ago. Drafted fifth overall by Philadelphia in 2022, Gauthier told the Flyers he didn’t want to play for the team, which brought out an energized, … [Read more...] about Ducks shutout by Flyers in Cutter Gauthier’s return to Philadelphia
Chargers melt down for another early playoff exit
HOUSTON — The Chargers couldn’t run, couldn’t pass, couldn’t stop improvising Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and couldn’t win their AFC wild-card game Saturday at NRG Stadium. Quarterback Justin Herbert threw a career-high four interceptions, one more than during 17 regular-season games. Herbert and the Chargers were defeated 32-12, humbled for their second consecutive … [Read more...] about Chargers melt down for another early playoff exit
How Sean McVay changed his approach and galvanized the Rams
LOS ANGELES — Every week, Rams head coach Sean McVay has a meeting with assistant head coach Aubrey Pleasant. The topics they cover vary, ranging from practices to team culture to leadership to areas for growth for the team. During the Rams’ bye in Week 6, McVay and Pleasant’s meeting centered on one subject: Finding the right way to connect with this year’s Rams. The group was … [Read more...] about How Sean McVay changed his approach and galvanized the Rams
Kings begin trip with overtime win in Winnipeg
WINNIPEG, Manitoba — In their first game in nearly a week, the Kings proved they still have momentum on their side. Adrian Kempe stickhandled into the slot and beat Eric Comrie with a wrist shot to the top right corner 1:14 into overtime to give the Kings a 2-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night, their fifth consecutive win. Alex Turcotte also scored and Darcy … [Read more...] about Kings begin trip with overtime win in Winnipeg