sports and games NHL observations: Players try to stay busy at home during coronavirus pandemic By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 18:15:14 -0400 Players are trying to find creative ways to keep themselves busy during the coronavirus outbreak that has put the NHL season on pause. Full Article
sports and games NHL postpones 2020 draft amid coronavirus pandemic By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:48:55 -0400 The NHL announced the postponement of its draft, scouting combine and awards ceremony because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
sports and games Colorado Avalanche player tests positive for COVID-19 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 18:32:14 -0400 A player on the Colorado Avalanche has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus, making him the third NHL player known to have tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Full Article
sports and games Kings' Anze Kopitar in favor of resuming regular season instead of going straight to playoffs By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:58:49 -0400 Kings captain Anze Kopitar says if the NHL can resume after the coronavirus pandemic subsides, it should continue the regular season and not go straight to the playoffs. Full Article
sports and games Ducks sign 2019 first-round pick Trevor Zegras to a three-year entry-level contract By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 18:36:40 -0400 The Ducks signed Boston University center Trevor Zegras, whom they drafted ninth overall in 2019, to a three-year entry-level contract. Full Article
sports and games Third member of Ottawa Senators' traveling party tests positive for COVID-19 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 28 Mar 2020 00:05:16 -0400 Ottawa Senators radio analyst Gord Wilson has tested positive for COVID-19. He is the third member of the NHL team's traveling party to have done so. Full Article
sports and games How a chicken coop is helping four NHL players stay connected amid coronavirus shutdown By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 28 Mar 2020 15:20:16 -0400 NHL players Logan Couture, Marc-Andre Fleury, Anze Kopitar and Ryan Getzlaf find plenty of time to show off on video chat amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
sports and games A second Colorado Avalanche player tests positive for COVID-19 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 28 Mar 2020 17:57:40 -0400 The four NHL players known to have tested positive all faced the Kings at Staples Center in the last few days before the NHL suspended play March 12. Full Article
sports and games Kings turn to video game simulations to keep fans engaged amid coronavirus shutdown By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 29 Mar 2020 19:24:03 -0400 The Kings have found a way to stay connected with fans amid the coronavirus shutdown by replicating its schedule through video games. Full Article
sports and games Todd McLellan wishes he could see how re-energized Kings would have continued By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 18:47:51 -0400 Kings' coach Todd McLellan was thrilled with progress of streaking Kings before season was stopped, but wishes he could have seen how group endured. Full Article
sports and games Kings sign prospect Tyler Madden to entry-level contract By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 19:41:30 -0400 Tyler Madden, whom the Kings acquired in the trade that sent Tyler Toffoli to Vancouver, signed a three-year entry-level contract with the team. Full Article
sports and games Four more members of Ottawa Senators organization test positive for COVID-19 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 1 Apr 2020 16:21:12 -0400 The Ottawa Senators reports four more COVID-19 cases. The Senators played at Honda Center on March 10 and at Staples Center on March 11. Full Article
sports and games Ducks owners agree to pay arena workers' salaries through June By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 2 Apr 2020 17:45:00 -0400 Ducks owners Henry and Susan Samueli are setting a new standard for taking care of arena workers amid the coronavirus shutdown. Full Article
sports and games Gary Bettman says it might not be possible to complete NHL season normally By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 7 Apr 2020 17:37:11 -0400 NHL commissioner Gary Bettman acknowledges finishing the regular season and playoffs might not happen because of COVID-19 outbreak. A third Avalanche player tests positive. Full Article
sports and games Kings hope new initiative will convince people to give blood amid donation shortage By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 7 Apr 2020 18:46:28 -0400 In partnership with Children's Hospital Los Angeles, the Kings hope"Blood and Pucks" initiative will increase blood donations amid the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
sports and games NHL releases prospect rankings ahead of yet-to-be-rescheduled draft By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 8 Apr 2020 17:30:45 -0400 Alexis Lafreniere was ranked as the No. 1 North American skater by NHL Central Scouting in advance of the draft. Tim Stuetzle is the top international skater. Full Article
sports and games Kings re-sign defenseman Kurtis MacDermid to two-year contract By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 17:11:17 -0400 Kings defenseman Kurtis MacDermid, who was scheduled to become a restricted free agent, signed a two-year deal with the team Friday. Full Article
sports and games Kings' Drew Doughty thinks it will be 'pretty tough' for NHL to finish the season By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 19:12:57 -0400 With the Kings out of the postseason race, Doughty is focused on the bigger picture when it comes to finishing the NHL season amid the coronavirus. Full Article
sports and games Elliott: It's time for the NHL to cancel the rest of the regular season By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 22:14:44 -0400 The NHL has prolonged its stay-at-home recommendation to the point where it would be wise to cancel the remainder of the regular season. Full Article
sports and games This day in sports: Hockey great Wayne Gretzky announces retirement By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 08:00:12 -0400 A look at what happened in today in sports history including hockey great Wayne Gretzky announcing his retirement from sports. Full Article
sports and games Elliott: Kings vs. Ducks virtual showdown will feature fan favorites from the past By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 22:19:32 -0400 As the Kings and Ducks wait out the NHL's coronavirus shutdown, the teams will renew their rivalry with an EA SPORTS NHL 20 simulated game. Full Article
sports and games Elliott: Hockey star Hayley Wickenheiser earns her biggest assist during COVID-19 pandemic By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:58:00 -0400 Hayley Wickenheiser, the Hockey Hall of Fame player turned medical student, has organized drives to provide equipment for medical personnel. Full Article
sports and games Gary Bettman says the NHL is leaning against games in non-league cities By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 22:39:21 -0400 Commissioner Gary Bettman said the NHL is leaning against staging games in non-league arenas if it resumes the season. One option could be playing in two to four selected NHL cities. Full Article
sports and games Ducks convert part of their ice complex in Irvine to food bank By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:26:25 -0400 The Ducks have converted part of their Great Park Ice complex in Irvine into a food bank to assist those in need during the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
sports and games If NHL resumes, goalies will need time to get back in form, Kings' Jonathan Quick says By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 21:50:16 -0400 Kings goalie Jonathan Quick knows it takes some time to regain his form after a long break. He says NHL goalies will be tested if the season resumes. Full Article
sports and games Elliott: Stanley Cup playoffs in the summer? NHL has a lot on the line to finish the season By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:00:11 -0400 Because the NHL relies more on gate revenue than the other major sports leagues, it will try everything possible to finish the season, columnist Helene Elliott says. Full Article
sports and games A look at the NHL teams that could be most affected by the coronavirus shutdown By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:15:19 -0400 Arizona, Carolina, Dallas, Florida and Ottawa are the NHL teams that could be hurt the most because of the league shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
sports and games There's no shortage of work for Kings, Ducks executives during coronavirus shutdown By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 11:00:11 -0400 There are no games being played, but executives of the Kings and Ducks are busy preparing for scenarios to complete this season and have a full 2020-21 season. Full Article
sports and games NHL offers hope players could return to ice in small groups by middle or end of May By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 21:33:39 -0400 The NHL and the players' association suggest that players might be able to engage in small-group activities in May "provided that conditions continue to trend favorably." Full Article
sports and games Gary Bettman says NHL willing to delay next season by two months to finish 2020 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 21:00:25 -0400 NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said the league remains determined to finish the season and is willing to delay the start of next season by two months to do so. Full Article
sports and games A.J. Pollock hits first home run of the spring in Dodgers' loss to Diamondbacks By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 18:28:51 -0500 A.J. Pollock hit his first home run of the spring but the Dodgers dug themselves in a hole early to fall to the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-3. Full Article
sports and games Signs point to Clayton Kershaw starting for the Dodgers on opening day By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 19:02:13 -0500 Clayton Kershaw will make his spring debut Friday, one day ahead of Walker Buehler's first start, an indication the veteran left-hander will start opening day. Full Article
sports and games Kenley Jansen finds it 'weird' he's pitching in February for Dodgers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 18:28:39 -0500 Dodgers relief pitcher Kenley Jansen spent the offseason working on regaining his form. Early results have been encouraging. Full Article
sports and games Dodgers beat Angels behind good pitching and offense in spring training exhibition By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 19:38:08 -0500 The Dodgers mount a comeback to beat the Angels 9-4 on Wednesday at Camelback Ranch to improve their spring training record 3-1. Full Article
sports and games Column: Did Astros beat the Dodgers by cheating? The numbers say no By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 14:39:30 -0500 New analyses show that cheating didn't help the Astros, and may have hurt their record Full Article
sports and games Dodgers' Gavin Lux must continue to prove he deserves to start at second base By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 16:17:44 -0500 Gavin Lux spent the bulk of the offseason training at Dodger Stadium in hopes of ensuring a starting spot at second base this season. Full Article
sports and games Pitcher Tony Gonsolin shines in Dodgers' spring training win over Indians By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 19:08:12 -0500 The Dodgers beat the Cleveland Indians 6-5 in a spring training game and Tony Gonsolin impressed manager Dave Roberts with his two-inning effort. Full Article
sports and games Swing adjustments by Dodgers' Kiké Hernández pay off so far this spring By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 20:15:01 -0500 Dodgers utilityman Kiké Hernández made adjustments to his swing during the offseason that he believes will produce more power. Full Article
sports and games Clayton Kershaw shows off some encouraging velocity in start for Dodgers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 20:07:36 -0500 Lower-back and shoulder injuries limited the velocity on Clayton Kershaw's fastball last year, but he's more up to speed this season, so far. Full Article
sports and games Dodgers pitcher Alex Wood struggles in second spring outing but feels well physically By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 20:13:03 -0500 Left-hander Alex Wood gave up three runs as the Dodgers lost 6-5 to the Brewers, but he believes last year's back problems are in the past. Full Article
sports and games Walker Buehler is sharp and so are the Dodgers as they win two split-squad games By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 19:35:57 -0500 Walker Buehler threw two hitless innings and reached 96 mph on his fastball as the Dodgers beat the Rockies for one of two split-squad wins Saturday. Full Article
sports and games Dodgers ready to part ways with pitcher Yadier Alvarez By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 20:49:51 -0500 The highly disappointing and mysterious Dodgers career of Yadier Alvarez came to a sudden and surprising end Saturday he was designated for assignment. Full Article
sports and games Dodgers are hopeful and optimistic as they move on from Astros cheating scandal By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 1 Mar 2020 19:12:39 -0500 The Dodgers are tired of talking about what the Houston Astros did in 2017. They're excited about what lies ahead for the team this season. Full Article
sports and games Kenley Jansen looks sharp in Dodgers' exhibition loss to Rangers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 1 Mar 2020 19:29:45 -0500 Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen retires the three batters he faces and shows off his new slider grip in spring training loss to Texas Rangers. Full Article
sports and games Dodgers' Cody Bellinger scratched Monday after feeling discomfort in his side By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 14:09:22 -0500 With the Dodgers off on Tuesday, manager Dave Roberts preferred to give Bellinger two days off before returning to action Wednesday. Full Article
sports and games How newcomer Mookie Betts instantly became a clubhouse leader for the Dodgers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 16:47:16 -0500 With one heartfelt speech, Mookie Betts established himself as a Dodgers leader by emphasizing the focus needed to win a World Series must begin in the spring. Full Article
sports and games Dodgers' David Price encouraged by feeling in his hand after first spring outing By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 19:54:24 -0500 New Dodgers pitcher David Price has dealt with circulatory problems in his wrist and carpal tunnel syndrome for years. Surgery gave him back feeling. Full Article
sports and games Dodgers' Julio Urias struggles in first spring outing, but Dave Roberts shrugs it off By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 20:33:57 -0500 Dodgers manager Dave Roberts wasn't concerned after Julio Urias, slotted for a rotation spot, struggled with his command in his first spring outing. Full Article
sports and games Zach Reks' journey to Dodgers camp full of stops, starts and one amazing jump By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 3 Mar 2020 08:40:45 -0500 Power-hitting outfield prospect Zak Reks has packed a lot into his 26 years, and now he is focused on contributing to the Dodgers. Full Article
sports and games Dodgers slugger Max Muncy takes nothing for granted, even with lucrative contract By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 4 Mar 2020 13:52:45 -0500 Max Muncy has established a firm foothold with the Dodgers and signed a $26-million deal, but he still acts and sounds like a guy battling for a roster spot. Full Article