News
Alexa Guarachi and partner Desirae Krawczyk advanced to the US Open women’s doubles quarterfinals with a straight set win today. A potential quarterfinal match-up with Erin Routliffe won’t happen, though, as Routliffe lost her 3rd round match in 3 sets today.
Kareem Jackson and Jalen Hurts were both named as captains of their respective teams today.
Here is more veteran love for Mac Jones from his teammates.
A’Shawn Robinson appears to be on track to play in Sunday’s season opener for the Los Angeles Rams. Robinson had a knee procedure during training camp.
The Draft Network looks at what Amari Cooper needs to do to be considered the best receiver in the NFL.
The American Association regular season ended today. Morgan McCullough, who started the season as a back-up middle infielder and occasional catcher, finishes with an average of .333 with 13 HR and 59 RBI. He has an OBP of .406 and slugged .557 (.963 OPS). McCullough’s Kansas City Monarchs team finishes 69-31 and is seeded 1st in the American Association playoffs.
Rueben Foster (Jacksonville) and JK Scott (Miami) both had workouts today.
Patrick Surtain II is doing a video blog this season. Here’s the first episode.
Community Outreach
Here are some scenes from the backpack and school supply for tomorrow’s giveaway that’s co-sponsored by the Bradley and Nikki Bozeman Foundation.
Media Appearances
DeVonta Smith’s media appearance in Philadelphia today:
Eddie Jackson’s media appearance today:
Here is Quinnen Williams’ media session today.
Amari Cooper’s media session in Dallas today.
Trevon Diggs’ media session in Dallas today.
Raekwon Davis’ media session in Miami:
Scenes and Highlights
Transactions
- Matt Foster – optioned to the Charlotte Knights of the Triple-A East League.
- B.J. Emmons – released from the practice squad by the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Carl Tucker – signed to the practice squad by the Miami Dolphins.
Game Results
TENNIS US Open Women’s Doubles Rd 3: Erin Routliffe / L Fernandez lost to Niculescu / Ruse 6-1, 4-6, 6-2. US Open Women’s Doubles Rd 3: 7-seed Alexa Guarachi / D Krawczyk defeated 12-seed Kichenok / Olaru 6-3, 6-2. SOFTBALL Athletes Unlimited Team Vidales 4, Team Piper 1. Haylie McCleney (VID, CF) – 0-3, 1 BB, 1 run. BASEBALL Washington 4, New York Mets 3. Alex Avila (C) – 2-4, 1 double, 1 single. Chicago Cubs 4, Cincinnati 3. Adam Morgan (S, 2) – 1 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 0 BB, 0 K. Tampa Bay 11, Boston 10 (F/10). David Robertson – 1 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 1 BB, 3 K. Kansas City Monarchs 4, Cleburne 1. Morgan McCullough (SS) – 2-5, 2 singles, 1 RBI, 1 run. Ogden 11, Rocky Mountain 5. Kyle Kaufman (C) – 1-3, 1 single, 1 SF, 3 RBI.
