Dodgers star Mookie Betts, also known as “Spooky” Betts, returned to the lineup and helped the team secure a win against the Milwaukee Brewers with his two-run home run and later an RBI single. Meanwhile, the Angels faced a defeat against the Toronto Blue Jays, with Leo Jiménez hitting his first career home run. On the Olympic front, USA Gymnastics continues to fight for Jordan Chiles’ Olympic bronze medal. The official Olympic flag is on its way to Los Angeles as the city prepares for the 2028 Summer Games. In the NFL world, the Rams have opted to practice with the Dallas Cowboys instead of the Chargers due to commuting distance issues. The Chargers face a decision on whether Easton Stick or newcomer Luis Perez will lead the offense in their upcoming game. Katie Zelem signs a contract with Angel City, showing ambition to compete in the NWSL.
Finally, a look back at sports history shows monumental moments, from Upset’s win against Man o’ War in 1919 to Michael Phelps’ historic 10th and 11th gold medals at the Beijing Games in 2008. The U.S. women’s 4×100-meter medley relay team secures the nation’s 1,000th gold medal in Summer Olympics history in 2016. For more sports news and updates, subscribe to the Los Angeles Times newsletter.
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