Following their best 10-game stretch since November 2023, the Ducks migrated back south to host the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday after staring down a pair of challenges north of the border. They’ve won six of their past 10 games, including signature victories over two marquee clubs, New Jersey and Edmonton, as well as two more against the NHL-pacing Winnipeg Jets. In Winnipeg … [Read more...] about Ducks return home against Tampa Bay full of resolve
Chargers ignoring ‘ifs, ands and buts’ of AFC playoff scenarios
Derwin James Jr. said all week that 11 was better than 10, which was precisely how the Chargers approached their regular-season finale against the Raiders on Sunday in Las Vegas. He and his teammates and the coaching staff made it clear they were playing to win Sunday. It didn’t seem to matter to them that they might be locked into the sixth-seeded spot in the AFC, rendering … [Read more...] about Chargers ignoring ‘ifs, ands and buts’ of AFC playoff scenarios
Alexander: Lakers coach JJ Redick showing he’s not afraid to be blunt
LOS ANGELES — The words that came out of JJ Redick’s mouth Friday night, after the Lakers’ eighth victory in 11 games – but one that featured kind of a sloppy start – were a challenge to his team. If you are a Laker fan of long standing, you might have heard the echo of another young coach with this franchise, one who ultimately became a coaching icon. “Our game plan discipline … [Read more...] about Alexander: Lakers coach JJ Redick showing he’s not afraid to be blunt
LeBron James breaks Michael Jordan’s 30-point record as Lakers beat Hawks
Lakers star Anthony Davis, left, shoots as Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu defends during the first half on Friday night at Crypto.com Arena. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Lakers star LeBron James handles the ball during the first half of their game against the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night at Crypto.com Arena. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Lakers star LeBron James, left, shoots … [Read more...] about LeBron James breaks Michael Jordan’s 30-point record as Lakers beat Hawks
Dodgers sign Korean infielder Hyeseong Kim to 3-year deal
NEW YORK — South Korean All-Star infielder Hyeseong Kim and the Dodgers agreed Friday to a $12.5 million, three-year contract, the team confirmed. Kim’s deal includes team options for 2028 and 2029. His becomes the latest addition by the World Series champions in their offseason spending spree. Kim’s 30-day posting window expired at 2 p.m. PT and the deal had to be finalized by … [Read more...] about Dodgers sign Korean infielder Hyeseong Kim to 3-year deal