Good morning and happy Saturday, LA sports fans.
It’s going to be 72 and sunny in Los Angeles today – not the kind of weather to keep you inside watching sports. But in the event you find yourself on the couch channel surfing, here are some solid picks for yourLA sportsviewing.
Dodgers v. Angels – Exhibition
12:30pm / Prime Network
It will beDodgersleftyHyun-Jin Ryuon the mound vs. Angels’ RHPGarrett Richardsin today’s matchup from Camelback Ranch in Glendale. It’s the first meeting between these crosstown rivals this spring and even though it’s only an exhibition game, there’s always LA pride on the line.
The Dodgers are coming off a monster 12-2victoryover theTexas Rangerson Friday. The pitching rotation was solid withBrandon McCarthy(three scoreless innings)Brandon Morrow(struck out the side in the fourth)Julio Urias(struck out three in two hitless innings) andJosh Ravin(allowed 4 hits including one home run in his only inning).
The Dodgers had a strong showing on offense too.Yasiel Puigwent 2 for 2 with a pair of home runs;Logan Forsythedoubled in the first and finished for 3 and RBI andDarnell Sweeneyhit a home run in the sixth.
The Angels did not fare as well against the Padres yesterday
The Angels did not fare as well against thePadresyesterday losing 4-2. Angel PitcherJC Ramirezgave up a three-run homer in the first as well as a solo HR in the fourth. LeftyManny Banuelosgave up a hit, struck out three and walked four in 2 ½ innings, andCody Egeallowed one hit and struck out two in his one inning of play.
Albert Pujolsmade his first spring training appearance at the plate after hissurgeryin December on the plantar fascia on his right foot. He grounded out twice and walked once. The Angels mustered up only 5 hits on the day includingCarlos Perez’srun-scoring single in the second.
This is the perfect lunchtime game to give you a look at your two LA teams. They meet again on Monday.
LA Clippers vs. Philadelphia
12:30pm / Prime Network
TheLA ClippersandPhiladelphia 76ersmeet at Staples in this mid-day match-up. The Clippers (39-26) are fighting for a playoff spot in the west so every game is a crucial one at this point.
The 76ers (23-41) have lost six of their seven previous games and hope to end their current 3-game losing streak.
I suspect thatBlake GriffinandDeAndre Jordanwill control the paint in this one. Griffin will likely face rookieDario Saricwhile DeAndre Jordan will go head-to-head withJahlil Okaforwhich should be fun to watch.
WithChris Paulrunning the point, and no foul troubles for Griffin and Jordan, I think the Clippers should take this one with no problem. I look forward to watching thecore Clipper playerson the court together, something they haven’t done much this season due toinjuries.But now that they are healthy, I want to watch them work together and improve as a team – just in time for the playoffs.
LA Kings vs. Washington Capitals
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7:30pm / FS West
After the Clippers beat Philly at Staples, the staff will be pulling up the court to prepare for theKingsgame against the league-leadingWashington Capitals.
The Washington Capitals (44-15-7) three-game California road-trip stops in LA today where the team hopes to avoid their first three-gamelosing streakin more than two years. This is not a familiar feeling forAlex Ovechkinand company so I suspect they’ll come out strong with something to prove. Add in the fact that they’re 0-6 in the last 6 meeting in Los Angeles – and you’ve got a team on a mission.
The Kings (32-28-6) hope to gut out another win and keep their win streak vs. the Caps alive. Some consistency in their game would be nice.Drew Doughtyand the Kings defense need to be on top of their games today and top scorersJeff CarterandTanner Pearsonneed to do what they do best, score!
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So what if it’s a sunny day and you want to stay inside and watch sports! Don’t feel guilty. Make yourself and sandwich, grab the remote, and enjoy your day!
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