Dylan Hernández
Los Angeles Times
South Pasadena, CA, United States
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Ohtani's time with Angels has not been a waste. It's elevated him to be who he is now
Shohei Ohtani has ended another disappointing season with the Angels after being placed on IL, however, his time with the team has elevated him. → Read More
Despite injuries, Shohei Ohtani and Dodgers are perfect fit
Shohei Ohtani wants to remain a two-way player despite injuries. The Dodgers can offer the superstar the best chance to achieve his goals. → Read More
Roundtable: Can the Rams keep winning? Will the Chargers rebound?
Doom and gloom was predicted for the Rams season before a shocking win in Seattle, but the 49ers will be a better barometer. Chargers failed vs. Miami's pass game with the running Titans next. → Read More
Dodgers think they can win in playoffs with no starting pitching
The Dodgers will enter the postseason trying to prove it can outsmart baseball smarts can make up for their lack of dependable starting pitching in the playoffs. → Read More
Hey coach, it's Year 3! Why does Chargers' defense still stink?
It's Year 3 under defensive-minded head coach Brandon Staley. So why does his Chargers defense look as leaky as ever in loss to Miami Dolphins? → Read More
Can Brandon Staley provide 'compass' for Chargers title run?
Some feel coach Brandon Staley should have been fired even though the Chargers made progress in each of his two seasons. It might take a title to save his job. → Read More
Lionel Messi beats MLS' champions, puts on a show for L.A. fans
Lionel Messi isn't playing quite as fast as he once did, but he has an exceptional soccer mind and looks effortless while elevating all of MLS. → Read More
Shohei Ohtani's desire to win stronger than any Angels curse?
Shohei Ohtani wouldn't say whether he thinks the Angels are cursed, but the two-way star reiterates his desire to win a championship amid 2024 team talk. → Read More
Will less talent and more hunger lead to a Dodgers World Series?
Dave Roberts is encouraged by the way this year's Dodgers have responded to extreme adversity, but will it really be enough to win a World Series? → Read More
The Dodgers need Julio Urías to finally pitch like an ace
The Dodgers' pitching ranks have been ravaged. The only ace who could rescue them is Julio Urías, who must start living up to his potential. → Read More
Shohei Ohtani won't discuss his future as the Dodgers praise him
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani has made it clear he wants to win and play in warm weather. Will the Dodgers' talent and wealth lure him away? → Read More
Clayton Kershaw is defying age to be the most dependable Dodger
Clayton Kershaw has been the surprisingly healthy ace the Dodgers needed this season, earning wins while every other starter battles injuries. → Read More
Will the Angels' bet they can keep Shohei Ohtani pay off?
The Angels aren't giving up on keeping Shohei Ohtani in Anaheim. Owner Arte Moreno must be ready to back up the risky bet, Dylan Hernández writes. → Read More
Carlos Vela looked uninspired, slow and finished in LAFC loss
Carlos Vela was a non-factor in LAFC's Champions League loss to León, and it could mark the beginning of the end for the franchise icon in Los Angeles. → Read More
What happened after the Dodgers lost key players? They got better
The Dodgers are scoring more runs than last season and are a better team despite losing talented Trea Turner, Cody Bellinger and Justin Turner. → Read More
LeBron James' passion points to Lakers return, not retirement
While Lakers star LeBron James hinted Monday that he'll contemplate retirement, it's more than likely his passion for the game leads to his return. → Read More
Lakers appear beyond saving vs. Nuggets, even by LeBron James
There would be no miracle for LeBron James and the Lakers in a Game 3 loss to Denver, which puts them in a 3-0 hole with little hope for a series win. → Read More
Dodgers no longer have the backbone to be social trailblazers
By removing the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence from their Pride Night, the Dodgers make it clear they have no interest in being social trailblazers. → Read More
Dodgers' Mookie Betts is playing at his peak. Can he sustain it?
Mookie Betts is one of the major reasons why the Dodgers have won 13 of 15 games, but can he avoid the consistency issues that have hampered him? → Read More
Dodgers prove they can still win and beat improved Padres
The roster overhaul the San Diego Padres underwent last offseason won't necessarily protect the team from losing to the Dodgers like they did Sunday. → Read More