Baseball writers get Hall of Fame voting correct

Keeping out players such as Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens and others from the steroid era sends the right message that the shrine in Cooperstown, N.Y., must retain its integrity.

Suspicious minds might keep Mike Piazza out of Hall of Fame

When this year's election results are revealed Wednesday, it's possible the former Dodgers catcher won't gain entry because of alleged use of performance-enhancing drugs.

Dodgers commit to expensive improvements, but not the stadium

Dodgers' owners are putting $100 million into renovations, including new scoreboards, sound system and family play areas. But many factors affect their ability to say for sure they'll stay long-term.

L.A. sports rankings: Underachievers, achievers and overachievers

The Times' year-end Los Angeles sports rankings group the city's major teams into three categories. Worst underachiever? USC football. Best overachiever? Read on.

Dodgers deal pitcher John Ely, receive Rob Rasmussen

Ely goes to the Houston Astros in exchange for minor leaguer Rasmussen, a left-hander who played for UCLA after attending Pasadena Poly.

Splurging by Dodgers and Angels creates lofty expectations

Both teams are dishing out tons of money to buy a shot at the World Series as the New York Yankees used to do, but it could be a double-edged sword.

Dodgers' new owners see winning business model; others see trouble

Guggenheim Baseball paid $2 billion for the team and has since invested nearly $1 billion more. Owners insist they'll turn a profit, but industry analysts wonder how.

Q & A: What do free-agent acquisitions mean for Dodgers, Angels?

The Dodgers have signed Zack Greinke and the Angels have a deal with Josh Hamilton. Now, what can we expect as the teams head into 2013? Dodgers beat writer Dylan Hernandez looks at the possibilities.

It was mutual admiration between Zack Greinke and Dodgers brass

Before signing with the club for six years and $147 million, the free-agent pitcher visited Dodger Stadium without his agent, a meeting that left him and Dodgers officials extremely impressed with each other.

Dodgers show gambling side by rolling the dice on Hyun-Jin Ryu

Club's $62-million commitment to a South Korean pitcher seen by only a handful of scouts is highly risky, but also another perfect example that the new Dodgers aren't afraid to take chances.

Dodgers could make Clayton Kershaw baseball's first $30-million-a-year pitcher

Having signed Zack Greinke to a deal that will pay him an average of $24.5 million for six years, the Dodgers plan to approach their ace soon to discuss a long-term extension. Kershaw can't become a free agent until after the 2014 season.

Dodgers spend as if there's a tomorrow, and this makes him giddy

If money can buy baseball happiness, long-suffering Dodgers fans are now going to be richer for it, as Zack Greinke and a starting pitcher from Korea are set to join lineup loaded with All-Stars.

Dodgers continue spending binge, sign Korean pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin

A day after agreeing with Zack Greinke on $147-million deal, Dodgers sign South Korean left-hander Ryu Hyun-jin for $36 million. Payroll is already over $220 million.

Dodgers are said to be close to deal with Zack Greinke

People familiar with the situation say the two sides are nearing a deal that would pay the free agent $147 million over six years, making him the highest-paid right-handed pitcher in history.