Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now Dan Albano’s Diamond Club outstanding softball players last week, April 11: Justice Alcaraz, Mater Dei, Jr., P: Alcaraz struck out 12 in a 2-1 victory in 10 innings against Orange Lutheran and struck out four in a 5-1 win against Santa Margarita…
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EL SEGUNDO — Throughout the season, Russell Westbrook heard his teammates and coaches echo a refrain: “Let Russ be Russ.” It was their way of encouraging the 2017 MVP to find his groove in his first season with the Lakers – to attack the rim, to play with force and passion. But in time, Westbrook…
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PHILADELPHIA — The Mets were without their starting pitcher after just two innings against the Phillies, spelling disaster for the bullpen to cover the remaining seven frames. Despite David Peterson carrying the load, his strong effort in relief went from a turning point to a spoiled performance. Taijuan Walker exited his first start of the…
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Southern California residents may be more supportive of higher-density housing than in the past as a way to control soaring housing costs, a Zillow survey shows. The poll shows a majority in Los Angeles and Orange counties support increased construction of backyard cottages, duplexes, triplexes and even apartments in their neighborhoods. The survey comes just…
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DENVER — When the Dodgers traded for Craig Kimbrel, they got themselves a “turn-key” closer, ready to move right in. “I mean, he’s been doing it for a long time so there’s not much to do,” Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior said. “Just give him the ball and get out of the way.” Kimbrel has…
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The USC men’s basketball roster could be facing another major shakeup, as guard Drew Peterson announced that he will be entering the NBA Draft. Peterson added in his declaration on Twitter that he will still maintain his college eligibility, leaving open the possibility that he returns for a final season at USC. By entering the…
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SUNRISE, Fla. — The Ducks are expected to retain Dallas Eakins as their coach for at least a fourth season, an NHL source said. A statement on Eakins’ future is anticipated later this week from general manager Pat Verbeek, who hasn’t been with the team to start its four-game trip. Eakins’ three-season contract is set…
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Steve Fryer’s list of outstanding baseball players last week: Gavin Grahovac, Villa Park, Jr., SS: Grahovac went 5 for 13 with three runs scored during three Ryan Lemmon Series tournament wins for the Spartans. Grahovac, who committed to Texas A&M, was 7 for 17 during the tournament. Ben Jacobs, Huntington Beach, Sr., P: He gave…
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Gusty winds — some fast enough to be dangerous — and light snow are in the forecast for Southern California early this week before giving way to calmer and less-chilly weather. The strongest winds were expected over the mountains and deserts from sunset Monday, April 11, through sunrise Tuesday, the National Weather Service said. Gusts…
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By MATT O’BRIEN and STAN CHOE PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s great Twitter turnabout — in which he disclosed his massive stake in the social media company, got a seat on its board, publicly floated drastic changes and then turned down the board role — all happened in a week. But its…
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