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Kia is UCLA's latest casualty at offensive line

Los Angeles Daily News — A relentlessly optimistic UCLA coach Rick Neuheisel pointed out the offensive line should get a boost in five days when Mike Harris and Jess Ward, two guys who never played a college down on the offensive line, are medically cleared to practice.
UCLA Bruins5 hours ago

Dodgers' backup catcher gives up his number to Greg Maddux

Los Angeles Times — Danny Ardoin doesn't mind surrendering No. 36 to the newest Dodger. Backup catcher Danny Ardoin walked into the clubhouse Tuesday to unexpectedly find a jersey with No. 28 and his name stitched on the back. The No. 36 jersey that he had worn until then now belonged to Greg Maddux .
Los Angeles Dodgers5 hours ago

Dodgers' Greg Maddux glad to be back in a pennant race

Los Angeles Times — Veteran right-hander is acquired by the Dodgers for the second time in three years. The Dodgers added more than a pitcher to take the final spot in their rotation when they traded for Greg Maddux, Manager Joe Torre said.
Los Angeles Dodgers5 hours ago

Ugly loss for Angels

Los Angeles Daily News — MLB: Bullpen can't hold lead for Santana as Tampa Bay rallies for victory.
Los Angeles Angels5 hours ago

Maddux ready for his encore in L.A.

Los Angeles Daily News — Dodgers hope his experience, leadership will be as valuable as first time around.
Los Angeles Dodgers5 hours ago

Kemp, Ethier help the cause

Los Angeles Daily News — MLB: Young outfielders see stats boon after Ramirez's arrival.
Los Angeles Dodgers5 hours ago

Dodgers get caught looking back in defeat

Los Angeles Daily News — Even with Ramirez, Blake in lineup, L.A. resembles stagnant offense during first half of its season in loss to Colorado.
Los Angeles Dodgers5 hours ago

Chivas USA faces defending MLS champion Houston

Los Angeles Times — Struggling Chivas will be without key midfielder Jesse Marsch, sidelined because of a broken jaw. at Houston, 6 PDT, Azteca
Club Deportivo Chivas USA5 hours ago

UCLA offensive line dealt another blow

Orange County Register — Kia suffers broken left hand but might play in opener. Neuheisel says line's status is 'concerning, no question about it.'
UCLA Bruins5 hours ago

The pressure's on Landon Donovan after missing Olympics

Los Angeles Times — The Galaxy star was left off the U.S. team for the Games to ensure his availability for Wednesday's World Cup qualifier at Guatemala. Turns out it may have been unnecessary. Landon Donovan now has to show that the decision to exclude him from the U.S. men's Olympic soccer team was the right one.
Los Angeles Galaxy5 hours ago

Rays Manager Joe Maddon lets his anger show

Los Angeles Times — The former Angels bench coach is incensed at umpire's call, and he's still fuming after the game. ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Rays Manager Joe Maddon , the former Angels bench coach, had a heated argument with first-base umpire Jerry Meals in the sixth inning Tuesday night, a dispute that led to Maddon's ninth career ejection, four coming against the Angels.
Los Angeles Angels5 hours ago

USC running back Gable injures hip and ankle

Los Angeles Daily News — USC tailback C.J. Gable (Sylmar High) injured his hip and sprained his ankle Tuesday and will be out for an unknown amount of time, but it appears unlikely he will play in the season opener against Virginia.
USC Trojans5 hours ago

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