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Kings turn to video game simulations to keep fans engaged amid coronavirus shutdown

The Kings have found a way to stay connected with fans amid the coronavirus shutdown by replicating its schedule through video games.




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Todd McLellan wishes he could see how re-energized Kings would have continued

Kings' coach Todd McLellan was thrilled with progress of streaking Kings before season was stopped, but wishes he could have seen how group endured.




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Kings sign prospect Tyler Madden to entry-level contract

Tyler Madden, whom the Kings acquired in the trade that sent Tyler Toffoli to Vancouver, signed a three-year entry-level contract with the team.




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Four more members of Ottawa Senators organization test positive for COVID-19

The Ottawa Senators reports four more COVID-19 cases. The Senators played at Honda Center on March 10 and at Staples Center on March 11.




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Ducks owners agree to pay arena workers' salaries through June

Ducks owners Henry and Susan Samueli are setting a new standard for taking care of arena workers amid the coronavirus shutdown.




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Gary Bettman says it might not be possible to complete NHL season normally

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman acknowledges finishing the regular season and playoffs might not happen because of COVID-19 outbreak. A third Avalanche player tests positive.




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Kings hope new initiative will convince people to give blood amid donation shortage

In partnership with Children's Hospital Los Angeles, the Kings hope"Blood and Pucks" initiative will increase blood donations amid the coronavirus outbreak.




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NHL releases prospect rankings ahead of yet-to-be-rescheduled draft

Alexis Lafreniere was ranked as the No. 1 North American skater by NHL Central Scouting in advance of the draft. Tim Stuetzle is the top international skater.




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Kings re-sign defenseman Kurtis MacDermid to two-year contract

Kings defenseman Kurtis MacDermid, who was scheduled to become a restricted free agent, signed a two-year deal with the team Friday.




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Kings' Drew Doughty thinks it will be 'pretty tough' for NHL to finish the season

With the Kings out of the postseason race, Doughty is focused on the bigger picture when it comes to finishing the NHL season amid the coronavirus.




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Elliott: It's time for the NHL to cancel the rest of the regular season

The NHL has prolonged its stay-at-home recommendation to the point where it would be wise to cancel the remainder of the regular season.




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This day in sports: Hockey great Wayne Gretzky announces retirement

A look at what happened in today in sports history including hockey great Wayne Gretzky announcing his retirement from sports.




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Elliott: Kings vs. Ducks virtual showdown will feature fan favorites from the past

As the Kings and Ducks wait out the NHL's coronavirus shutdown, the teams will renew their rivalry with an EA SPORTS NHL 20 simulated game.




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Elliott: Hockey star Hayley Wickenheiser earns her biggest assist during COVID-19 pandemic

Hayley Wickenheiser, the Hockey Hall of Fame player turned medical student, has organized drives to provide equipment for medical personnel.




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Gary Bettman says the NHL is leaning against games in non-league cities

Commissioner Gary Bettman said the NHL is leaning against staging games in non-league arenas if it resumes the season. One option could be playing in two to four selected NHL cities.




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Ducks convert part of their ice complex in Irvine to food bank

The Ducks have converted part of their Great Park Ice complex in Irvine into a food bank to assist those in need during the coronavirus outbreak.




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If NHL resumes, goalies will need time to get back in form, Kings' Jonathan Quick says

Kings goalie Jonathan Quick knows it takes some time to regain his form after a long break. He says NHL goalies will be tested if the season resumes.




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Elliott: Stanley Cup playoffs in the summer? NHL has a lot on the line to finish the season

Because the NHL relies more on gate revenue than the other major sports leagues, it will try everything possible to finish the season, columnist Helene Elliott says.




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A look at the NHL teams that could be most affected by the coronavirus shutdown

Arizona, Carolina, Dallas, Florida and Ottawa are the NHL teams that could be hurt the most because of the league shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.




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There's no shortage of work for Kings, Ducks executives during coronavirus shutdown

There are no games being played, but executives of the Kings and Ducks are busy preparing for scenarios to complete this season and have a full 2020-21 season.




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NHL offers hope players could return to ice in small groups by middle or end of May

The NHL and the players' association suggest that players might be able to engage in small-group activities in May "provided that conditions continue to trend favorably."




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Gary Bettman says NHL willing to delay next season by two months to finish 2020

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said the league remains determined to finish the season and is willing to delay the start of next season by two months to do so.




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Gary Sanchez, Luis Severino and Dellin Betances among Dominican stars helping Pedro Martinez with coronavirus relief

Dominican Yankees and Mets stars are working with Pedro Martinez to respond to the coronavirus pandemic in their homeland.




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Yankees president Randy Levine is beating the drum for baseball’s return

Levine is making the rounds to make the case for baseball in the time of the coronavirus pandemic.




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Joe Castiglione, a childhood Yankees fan turned longtime Red Sox broadcaster, talks about the great rivalry that is currently on pause

Joe Castiglione saw his first baseball game in the Bronx.




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Mets slugger Pete Alonso is thinking about hitting a home run on his birthday — in December

Move over, Polar Bear. Mr. December is heading for Queens.




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MLB draft cut from 40 rounds to five in absurd cash grab by owners

Teams are going to be able to get talented, desperate players for $20K signing bonuses.




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Baseball’s only coronavirus certainty is the destruction of the minor leagues

About all we do know is that there is almost certainly going to be no minor league baseball at all this year.




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HOMETOWN HELPERS Like mother, like daughter: This dynamic duo helps feed homebound NYC seniors during COVID-19 crisis

“We’ve learned to assist each other, to help each other and listen,” said Magda Melendez, Citymeals warehouse distribution manager. “We leave aside the mother-daughter relationship and cooperate like best friends.”




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DC Comics superhero Hershey bars are coming but sent to frontline coronavirus workers first

Talk about a sweet gesture. A line of DC Comics superhero chocolate bars is coming, but before you can get your hands on them, Hershey’s is first giving them out to workers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.




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Coronavirus may linger in semen of infected men, poses small risk for COVID-19 infection via sex: study

The semen of men infected with coronavirus revealed that the disease lingered in only a few patients, suggesting there is a small chance COVID-19 can be transmitted sexually, researchers said.




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SEE IT: 4-year-old with cancer has emotional reunion with dad after 7 weeks apart amid coronavirus

The heartwarming reunion, which clearly made little Mila Sneddon's day, took the young girl completely by surprise.




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A.J. Pollock hits first home run of the spring in Dodgers' loss to Diamondbacks

A.J. Pollock hit his first home run of the spring but the Dodgers dug themselves in a hole early to fall to the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-3.




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Signs point to Clayton Kershaw starting for the Dodgers on opening day

Clayton Kershaw will make his spring debut Friday, one day ahead of Walker Buehler's first start, an indication the veteran left-hander will start opening day.




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Kenley Jansen finds it 'weird' he's pitching in February for Dodgers

Dodgers relief pitcher Kenley Jansen spent the offseason working on regaining his form. Early results have been encouraging.




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Dodgers beat Angels behind good pitching and offense in spring training exhibition

The Dodgers mount a comeback to beat the Angels 9-4 on Wednesday at Camelback Ranch to improve their spring training record 3-1.




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Column: Did Astros beat the Dodgers by cheating? The numbers say no

New analyses show that cheating didn't help the Astros, and may have hurt their record




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Dodgers' Gavin Lux must continue to prove he deserves to start at second base

Gavin Lux spent the bulk of the offseason training at Dodger Stadium in hopes of ensuring a starting spot at second base this season.




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Pitcher Tony Gonsolin shines in Dodgers' spring training win over Indians

The Dodgers beat the Cleveland Indians 6-5 in a spring training game and Tony Gonsolin impressed manager Dave Roberts with his two-inning effort.




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Swing adjustments by Dodgers' Kiké Hernández pay off so far this spring

Dodgers utilityman Kiké Hernández made adjustments to his swing during the offseason that he believes will produce more power.




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Clayton Kershaw shows off some encouraging velocity in start for Dodgers

Lower-back and shoulder injuries limited the velocity on Clayton Kershaw's fastball last year, but he's more up to speed this season, so far.




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Dodgers pitcher Alex Wood struggles in second spring outing but feels well physically

Left-hander Alex Wood gave up three runs as the Dodgers lost 6-5 to the Brewers, but he believes last year's back problems are in the past.




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Walker Buehler is sharp and so are the Dodgers as they win two split-squad games

Walker Buehler threw two hitless innings and reached 96 mph on his fastball as the Dodgers beat the Rockies for one of two split-squad wins Saturday.




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Dodgers ready to part ways with pitcher Yadier Alvarez

The highly disappointing and mysterious Dodgers career of Yadier Alvarez came to a sudden and surprising end Saturday he was designated for assignment.




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Dodgers are hopeful and optimistic as they move on from Astros cheating scandal

The Dodgers are tired of talking about what the Houston Astros did in 2017. They're excited about what lies ahead for the team this season.




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Kenley Jansen looks sharp in Dodgers' exhibition loss to Rangers

Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen retires the three batters he faces and shows off his new slider grip in spring training loss to Texas Rangers.




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Dodgers' Cody Bellinger scratched Monday after feeling discomfort in his side

With the Dodgers off on Tuesday, manager Dave Roberts preferred to give Bellinger two days off before returning to action Wednesday.




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How newcomer Mookie Betts instantly became a clubhouse leader for the Dodgers

With one heartfelt speech, Mookie Betts established himself as a Dodgers leader by emphasizing the focus needed to win a World Series must begin in the spring.




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Dodgers' David Price encouraged by feeling in his hand after first spring outing

New Dodgers pitcher David Price has dealt with circulatory problems in his wrist and carpal tunnel syndrome for years. Surgery gave him back feeling.




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Dodgers' Julio Urias struggles in first spring outing, but Dave Roberts shrugs it off

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts wasn't concerned after Julio Urias, slotted for a rotation spot, struggled with his command in his first spring outing.