Mirjam Swanson is a sports columnist for the Los Angeles Times. Previously, she worked for the Southern California News Group, as a sports columnist and an NBA and WNBA beat writer. A Southern California native, she earned the distinction of a top 10 APSE honor for columns in 2023. At prior stops, she covered golf, action sports, city government, education and the occasional unexpected bear visit.
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The Dodgers’ long-term experiment with pitcher Roki Sasaki is paying off, transforming an often-wobbly prospect into a reliable standout in the rotation.
Rams receiver Puka Nacua is saying all the right things after off-field issues. He must back that up and help his team win a Super Bowl.
LeBron James leaving the Lakers has left some fans worried about the roster, but the addition of Walker Kessler should dispel those concerns.
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Swanson: Hall of Famer Joe Torre passionate about going to bat for kids at risk of family violence
Former Yankees and Dodgers manager Joe Torre took decades to come to grips with growing up in abusive home. Now he’s driven to help others coping with violence.
It’s clear Aaron Donald yearns to be back on an NFL field. The Rams being Super Bowl title favorites makes the decision all the more obvious for Donald.
The all-time great has every right to take his time in deciding on what NBA team to join, but if he wants to play for a contender, it’s not Golden State.
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Swanson: LAFC star Son Heung-min proves life after the World Cup can offer hope and redemption
Son Heung-Min was gutted by an epic goal drought during South Korea’s brutal World Cup run, but a goal Friday night against the Galaxy offers hope for better days.