Tommy John, MLB All-Star pitcher who had a surgery named after him, dies at 83
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
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One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
Major League Baseball continues to modernize the game of baseball through their new rule changes. Pitch clock, bigger bases, shift restrictions, the Shohei Ohtani Rule, and most recently the addition of the Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge System all being added in the past three seasons. But do these changes make baseball better or worse? ESPN+ broadcaster Graham Metzker is all for the new future of baseball, especially loving ABS embarrassing players and umpires alike. The Sporting Tribune writer Alex Hutton argues the slower feel of baseball made it America's Pastime, and these changes take power away from players and managers. Tarek Fattal hosts the latest edition of the Sports Central Showdown!
Vaughn Grissom went 2 for 3 with a home run and two RBIs, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Minnesota Twins 4-3 to snap a five-game skid at Target Field in Minneapolis.
Savannah Bananas owner Jesse Cole dreamed of making baseball livelier and more fun. Now the team is taking its dances, acrobatics, and trick plays to sold-out stadiums across the U.S.
The White Sox trailed 1-0 and had one hit before they smacked six straight hits off Dodgers starter Emmet Sheehan and reliever Jack Dreyer to open the sixth.
The 27-year-old Yamamoto struck out seven in his fourth consecutive victory. He threw 109 pitches, 74 for strikes.
Cubs starter Jameson Taillon gave up two hits over 4 2/3 innings in his season debut.
Happ extended his homer streak to three games, and Ballesteros grounded a two-run single into right field.
Former Sports Illustrated cover athlete and Philadelphia Taney Dragons teammate Mo'ne Davis is headed to the pros.
The Dodgers become the first repeat champion since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees
Kyle Schwarber went 3 for 3 in the first All-Star Game home run swing-off to put the National League ahead 4-3 following a 6-6 tie in which the American League rallied from a six-run deficit.
The mother of Pirates fan Kavan Markwood said Saturday that her son was "awake, alert and able to speak."
Manny Mota is resting comfortably Tuesday after suffering a stroke the day before, the Los Angeles Dodgers announce on social media.
Sean Burke threw six shutout innings as the White Sox blasted their way to their much-enjoyed opening-day win.
L.A. Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani spoke in a rare interview about playing in front of a home crowd in Japan and what he's focused on personally this upcoming season.
In 1974, a creative surgical procedure saved the career of L.A. Dodgers pitcher Tommy John after he tore his UCL. Today, an astonishing 35% of active MLB pitchers have had "Tommy John surgery." But more than half of the athletes getting the procedure are under 18.
Babe Ruth, known as "The Great Bambino," wore the jersey when he "called his shot" during Game 3 of the 1932 World Series.
San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano, a former Pittsburgh Pirate, is permanently banned from the MLB for violating the league's gambling policy.
In Game 3 of the 1953 World Series, Erskine struck out 14 hitters for a record that stood until Dodgers ace Sandy Koufax got 15 a decade later.
Shohei Ohtani, who recently signed a record-breaking contract with the L.A. Dodgers, has announced his marriage to a woman from his native Japan.
Two of the sports have never been included in the Olympics before.
"For me, I always just wanted to play college baseball, no matter what division it was," said 18-year-old Olivia Pichardo.
A proposed gondola ride hoping to take fans to Dodger stadium through the air has met opposition from some of the residents who live directly below its path. Jake Reiner reports.
Parents, families and fans of the Glendora American all-stars packed the stands in San Bernardino Sunday afternoon to watch the elimination game.
Legendary Dodgers announcer Vin Scully died Tuesday night. He was 94.
Officers closed two lanes on the northbound 405 Freeway after a deadly crash near Bel Air.
Monday would have been Celeste's 16th birthday, the Rivas Hernandez family said.
The California Board of Parole granted Erik and Lyle Menendez an early parole suitability hearing, which is tentatively scheduled for March 2027.
The man's condition was not immediately made clear.
Isolated, scattered showers could continue throughout Monday, along with chances for thunderstorms.
Officers closed two lanes on the northbound 405 Freeway after a deadly crash near Bel Air.
Monday would have been Celeste's 16th birthday, the Rivas Hernandez family said.
The California Board of Parole granted Erik and Lyle Menendez an early parole suitability hearing, which is tentatively scheduled for March 2027.
The man's condition was not immediately made clear.
Isolated, scattered showers could continue throughout Monday, along with chances for thunderstorms.
Officers closed two lanes on the northbound 405 Freeway after a deadly crash near Bel Air.
The California Board of Parole granted Erik and Lyle Menendez an early parole suitability hearing, which is tentatively scheduled for March 2027.
The person was hospitalized with minor injuries, firefighters said.
Long Beach police have launched a homicide investigation after a 33-year-old man was found dead with suspicious injuries last week.
A man was killed on Saturday after he was struck by an alleged hit-and-run driver and a Metro train in Long Beach on Saturday night.
Deputies from Los Angeles and Orange counties seized roughly 2,400 stolen catalytic converters and arrested five people in a joint bust on Thursday.
Every weekend, Bree Juan and her 15-year-old son, Skylar, make the drive from Orange County to Koreatown to set up their food stand at the corner of Third Street and Vermont.
The fire was reported just after 2 p.m. near the Ortega Highway, which connects Orange County to Riverside County.
The Orange County coastline is facing significant erosion with the looming El Niño winter, and already some parts of the shoreline are being impacted by the powerful surf.
The city held a ceremony to remember the 82 victims and those affected 40 years later.
A 71-year-old woman was nearly beaten to death with a metal baseball bat after she helped a stranger who claimed he had just been robbed.
A Lake Elsinore man jumped in between In-N-Out workers and an irate customer swinging around a stick in the restaurant.
A Riverside County man was arrested for allegedly riding a motorcycle into a crowd of people in Riverside on Wednesday morning, injuring two people.
A Chino man with an elaborate home garden that has drawn scrutiny from neighbors and city leaders, resulting in fines, says that he is being subjected to more penalties despite adhering to city guidelines.
In a last-ditch effort, Supervisor Janice Hahn urged Gov. Gavin Newsom to halt the plan to eradicate mule deer from Catalina Island.
The California Board of Parole granted Erik and Lyle Menendez an early parole suitability hearing, which is tentatively scheduled for March 2027.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
An Amazon cargo plane overran a runway at Miami International Airport and struck several vehicles, killing at least five people and injuring five others, officials said.
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
The filing comes after a U.S. District Court judge extended an order against the Postal Service enforcing President Trump's executive order for the November elections.
A federal judge extended her block on the U.S. Postal Service's new requirements for mail voting, as states prepare to begin sending mail ballots to voters for the November midterm elections.
The Supreme Court left in place guidance from the Federal Communications Commission that allows political parties and committees access to cheaper rates for political ads.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
As Californians prepare to celebrate Labor Day and the contributions of American workers, labor unions are raising alarms about what they see as a growing threat to the future of human work.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Mookie Betts hit a three-run home run in the eighth inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their winning streak to four games with a 7-5 victory over the Washington Nationals on Sunday night.
Paul Skenes pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings for his first win since July 19 to lead the Pirates over the Angels 1-0.
Wayne Knight ran for two touchdowns in the fourth quarter following interceptions by Ta'Shawn James and UCLA opened the Bob Chesney era with a 45-24 victory over California.
Tommy Edman and Teoscar Hernández provided key hits in Shohei Ohtani's absence as the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied for a 6-5 victory over the Washington Nationals.
Noel Caliskan scored a tying goal on a rebound in the 75th minute and DeAndre Yedlin made a sliding clearance in the closing minutes to preserve Real Salt Lake's 2-2 draw with LAFC.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Author Sara Kehaulani discusses her book “Kuleana,” which details her family’s fight to keep ancestral land in Hawaii that was once gifted to them.
True crime author Catherine Fogarty joins CBS LA Mornings to discuss her new book "The Girl with No Name," about one of LA's most haunting unsolved crimes. She talks about her investigation into the death of 19-year-old Reet Jurvetson, who was found murdered on a roadway in 1969.
Erin Clark and Shawna Vanderveen, founders of “How’s The Weather,” join CBS LA Mornings to discuss their emotional support program that is aimed at helping children talk about their feelings.
The college football season has officially begun! Which school will rise to the top of the 12-team College Football Playoff format to win the national championship? Southern California News Group sports reporter Aaron Heisen declares that it's time for Dan Lanning, Dante Moore and the Oregon Ducks to finally break through and bring the first football title back to Eugene. ESPN+ broadcaster backs Steve Sarkisian, Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns to overcome their tough SEC schedule and get the program back to its golden standard. Tarek Fattal hosts, and wonders if Lanning or Sarkisian might leave for the NFL if they win it all in college, on this episode of the Sports Central Showdown.
Remnants of Tropical Storm Marie will continue to impact the Southern California region throughout the rest of Monday. There will be light to moderate showers combined with humidity.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
