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Jim Alexander

Jim Alexander is an Inland Empire native who started with his hometown newspaper, The Press-Enterprise, longer ago than he cares to admit. He's been a sports columnist off and on since 1992, and a full-time columnist since 2010. Yes, he's opinionated, but no, that's not the only club in his bag. He's covered every major league and major sports beat in Southern California over the years, so not much surprises him any more. (And he and Justin Turner have this in common: Both attended Cal State Fullerton. Jim has no plans to replicate Turner's beard.)

Apparently this one, and the secrecy of the process prevents an explanation of why the former Chargers tight end is not part of the 2024 class that will be inducted in Canton, Ohio, this summer.

Los Angeles Chargers |
Alexander: In what world is Antonio Gates not a Hall of Famer?

February 9, 2024 at 3:28 p.m.

Apparently this one, and the secrecy of the process prevents an explanation of why the former Chargers tight end is not part of the 2024 class that will be inducted...

At the unveiling of the first of what will be three statues outside The House That Kobe Built, it is a shame he couldn’t be there to accept the plaudits.

Lakers |
Alexander: Kobe Bryant finally gets his statue

February 9, 2024 at 3:22 a.m.

At the unveiling of the first of what will be three statues outside The House That Kobe Built, it is a shame he couldn’t be there to accept the plaudits.

The former Rams and Washington coach, remembered in a new book, was innovative and a players' coach, but he and front offices sometimes did not get along

NFL |
Alexander: How would George Allen have fit into today’s NFL?

February 8, 2024 at 12:52 p.m.

The former Rams and Washington coach, remembered in a new book, was innovative and a players' coach, but he and front offices sometimes did not get along

The Trojans’ big men weren’t much better rebounders on Saturday night, but DJ Rodman rose to the occasion as they snapped their six-game losing streak by routing Oregon State, 82-54.

College Sports |
Alexander: Finally, USC basketball team can catch its breath

February 4, 2024 at 4:56 a.m.

The Trojans’ big men weren’t much better rebounders on Saturday night, but DJ Rodman rose to the occasion as they snapped their six-game losing streak by routing Oregon State, 82-54.

Also in this week’s bucket o’ notes, we recall a trade, talk further college stratification and name-drop guess who?

Sports |
Alexander: A Lakers shocker, a Kings sacking and more

February 2, 2024 at 3:48 p.m.

Also in this week’s bucket o’ notes, we recall a trade, talk further college stratification and name-drop guess who?

The new Chargers coach, fresh off a national championship at Michigan and in his quest to win an NFL title, aims high and isn’t afraid to make it public.

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Los Angeles Chargers |
Alexander: For Jim Harbaugh, it’s Lombardi Trophy or bust

February 2, 2024 at 8:37 a.m.

The new Chargers coach, fresh off a national championship at Michigan and in his quest to win an NFL title, aims high and isn’t afraid to make it public.

Columnists Jim Alexander and Mirjam Swanson discuss the week's hot issues.

Sports |
The Audible: Taylor Swift’s potential Super Bowl takeover, and is Darvin Ham’s job in jeopardy?

January 31, 2024 at 3:22 p.m.

Columnists Jim Alexander and Mirjam Swanson discuss the week's hot issues.

Can anyone match the bountiful selection of attractions located here? The leader (again) in our annual rankings of SoCal’s teams might as well be considered Japan’s team, too.

Sports |
Alexander: The State of SoCal Sports, 2024 … Sports Capital of the World?

January 31, 2024 at 9:49 a.m.

Can anyone match the bountiful selection of attractions located here? The leader (again) in our annual rankings of SoCal’s teams might as well be considered Japan’s team, too.

Pavon becomes the first French player to win a Tour event with his victory at Torrey Pines.

Golf |
Alexander: No stars, no problem as Matthieu Pavon makes PGA Tour history

January 27, 2024 at 7:05 p.m.

Pavon becomes the first French player to win a Tour event with his victory at Torrey Pines.

But while it should work, and seems the wisest choice, it’s risky to assume. Remember who we’re talking about here.

Los Angeles Chargers |
Alexander: Chargers go big, for a change, with Harbaugh

January 26, 2024 at 2:36 a.m.

But while it should work, and seems the wisest choice, it’s risky to assume. Remember who we’re talking about here.

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