L.A. Times - Sports

Will Smith is optimistic his injured neck will be feeling better next week. Until then, here's how Dave Roberts is going to handle his catcher situation.

The American men are facing the pressure of hosting a tournament in which they are not favored to win while trying to increase interest in the sport.

The Rams are canceling minicamp and ending their offseason program early, but Sean McVay isn't the first NFL coach to find minicamp unnecessary.

Chase Klugo's moderate-to-severe hearing loss requires hearing aids to navigate life. He wants to make sure all those who need it in California get the aids they need.

Serena Williams' return to tennis at the HSBC lasted only one match because playing partner Victoria Mboko was injured. Williams will have a new partner next week.

The fourth annual LA Card Show will take place at the L.A. Convention Center with twice the vendors that participated last year at Dodger Stadium.

A scheduled UFC bout on the White House South Lawn in celebration of Trump's 80th birthday and the country's 250th anniversary has sparked controversy and a lawsuit.

Mexico is hoping a relatively young roster without a lot of top-tier club experience can surprise during the World Cup that kicks off Thursday in Mexico City.

During an introductory news conference Wednesday, he stressed unifying the locker room, seeking accountability and to build an attacking style of play.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said catcher Will Smith still has stiffness in his neck, which caused him to sit out for a fourth straight game Wednesday.

While he runs the most popular global sporting event, FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists he is no king and must try to broker peace as best he can.

Mexicans whose relatives have disappeared, teachers, stadium lifetime ticket owners and more air their grievances ahead of 2026 World Cup opening match.

Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt issued a statement addressing the controversy over a judge's decision to allow Brendan Sorsby to play in 2026 despite his NCAA ban for gambling.

Richards, who missed the 2022 World Cup because of a hamstring injury, tore two tendons in his left ankle a month ago but is healthy enough now to play.

Andrew Giuliani, head of the White House Task Force on World Cup 2026, indicated referee Omar Artan was suspected of having ties to a Somali militant group.