Daily Recap – February 23, 2023

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Eddie Jackson has been named the Chicago Bears’ Ed Block Courage Award recipient. The award, which is voted on by team players, goes to a player who exemplifies a commitment to sportsmanship and courage and serves as an inspiration in the locker room. 

Spencer Turnbull threw live batting practice today, marking the first time that he has faced live batting since June 2021. See clips below of Turnbull throwing.

AJ McCarron engineered another game-winning drive for the St. Louis Battlehawks. Down 18-17, McCarron drove St. Louis down the field for a 44 yard field goal with no time left to win 20-18. McCarron had two first-down scrambles on the final drive, and earned some praise from XFL co-owner Dwayne Johnson.

Takes less money signing with us over the @NFL because he wanted his little boys to see him play. Now he’s 2-0 and led his team to back to back exciting last minute wins. I’d say he’s creating some memories for his boys. AJ’s decision means a helluva lot to me, personally. #XFL https://t.co/AZG6EiIy9Z

— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) February 24, 2023

Media Appearances

Spencer Turnbull was interviewed today after throwing live batting practice for the first time since elbow surgery.

INTERVIEW: Spencer Turnbull has been thinking about the moment he returns to Comerica Park to pitch in front of Tigers fans for the first time since Tommy John surgery in 2021.

"I expect it'll be pretty emotional for me," he said. "It's been way too long." pic.twitter.com/P2Hd1BKAtk

— Brad Galli (@BradGalli) February 23, 2023

AJ McCarron interviewed on the field after tonight’s win.

"It's just fun to come out here and play. I've missed playing."

AJ McCarron is taking full advantage of another chance to play football again 👏 @XFL2023 I @XFLBattlehawks pic.twitter.com/vwHa4TeF8O

— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) February 24, 2023

Scenes and Highlights

Spencer Turnbull threw his first live batting practice and looked sharp.

After he finished, he shook hands with Chris Fetter. A.J. Hinch put his arm around him and smiled.

“It’s been a while since I’ve faced a live hitter,” Turnbull said. #Tigers pic.twitter.com/Aj2C5XFYNj

— Evan Petzold (@EvanPetzold) February 23, 2023

A look at Spencer Turnbull’s first live session this spring. Austin Meadows batting pic.twitter.com/Teq3JtSCuR

— Cody Stavenhagen (@CodyStavenhagen) February 23, 2023

Good to see @spencerturnbull back on the mound. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/C5EepXWb5y

— Detroit Tigers (@tigers) February 23, 2023

daily #notonHerb reminder

📺: @BallySportsNO
📻: @995WRNO pic.twitter.com/9spdfksoqQ

— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) February 24, 2023

AJ MCCARRON. TOUCHDOWN. 🙌pic.twitter.com/U05hpByAjD

— St. Louis Battlehawks (@XFLBattlehawks) February 24, 2023

HE’S LIKE THAT. pic.twitter.com/mQ6Zs8x5cB

— St. Louis Battlehawks (@XFLBattlehawks) February 24, 2023

Watch ya head🙌@Tyrese_Ellis00 | #StockUp pic.twitter.com/ufcV6H1TpG

— Stockton Kings (@StocktonKings) February 24, 2023

Out the WAY❕😤@Tyrese_Ellis00 | #StockUp pic.twitter.com/C5SEyvAn6l

— Stockton Kings (@StocktonKings) February 24, 2023

Transactions

• Bradley Sylve – released by the Philadelphia Stars of the USFL.

Game Results

GOLF

Honda LPGA Thailand Rd 1:
Cheyenne Knight - 70, -2, T38.

PGA Tour Canada USA East 1 Qualifier Rd 3:
Charlie Nikitas – 71-76-69, E, T20

Honda Classic Rd 1 suspended (dark):
Davis Riley – 71, +1, T62
Lee Hodges – 71, +1, T62
Robby Shelton – 73, +3, T105


BASKETBALL

Toronto 115, New Orleans 110.
Herbert Jones – 33 minutes, 2 points (1-2 2pg, 0-1 3pg), 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 2 blocks, 1 foul, -3.
Kira Lewis – DNP (coach’s decision)

Utah __ Oklahoma City __ 
Collin Sexton – inactive (hamstring)

Oklahoma City 113, Birmingham 111.
Jaden Shackelford – inactive 
John Petty – inactive 

Los Angeles Lakers 124, Golden State 111.
JaMychal Green - 16 minutes, 3 points (0-1 2pg, 1-5 3pg, 0-2 FT), 2 rebounds, -21.

Stockton 114, Ontario 113.
Keon Ellis – 29 minutes, 22 points (7-8 2pg, 2-6 3pg, 2-2 FT), 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 turnovers, 2 fouls, +1.

Athletes Unlimited Basketball
Team Cloud 78, Team Cole 72.
Jasmine Walker (Cloud) – 23 minutes, 7 points (2-7 2pg, 1-4 3pg), 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 3 fouls.


FOOTBALL

St Louis 20, Seattle 18.
AJ McCarron – 22-36, 184 yds, 1 TD, 1 2PC, 0 INT, 3 sacks (18 yds); 5 rushes, 41 yds, 1 TD; 1 fumble (self-recovered)
Dallas Warmack – active; no stats
Chris Owens – active; no stats
Thomas Fletcher – active; no stats