Local: 

Bend snapped their eight game win streak going down to the Drifters 6 to 3 last night. The Elks are a game and half behind first place Ridgefield and a game behind second-place Portland in the South Division second half. Game two in Springfield is tonight.

College Football: 

The Ducks start preseason camp today. Earlier this week, some players have been getting preseason recognition. Quarterback Dillon Gabriel and wide receiver Tez Johnson have been named to the preseason watch list for the Maxwell Award, given to the outstanding player in college football. Offensive lineman Ajani Cornelius was named to the Outland Trophy preseason watch list for the nation's standout interior lineman, while inside linebacker Jeffrey Bassa and defensive back Jabbar Muhammad landed on the Bronko Nagurski Trophy list.  Johnson, Bassa, and Cornelius played in Eugene last year, while Gabriel and Muhammad are transfers. You can hear every Oregon game on KBND starting with the season kick-off August 31st against Idaho.

Oregon State senior Dylan Black has been named to the preseason watch list for the 2024 Patrick Mannelly Award, for the nation's top long snapper.  And offensive lineman Joshua Gray is on the watch list for the Outland Trophy. The Beavs begin practice today ahead of the season opener August 31st against Idaho State.

NBA:

The Trail Blazers have reportedly signed Free agent guard Devonte’ Graham to a one-year deal. Graham played 46 games with the Spurs over the last two seasons.

MLB: 

San Francisco took a tough loss against Oakland 5 to 2 last night, after not making any major moves at yesterday’s trade deadline. The Giants did trade Jorge Soler to Atlanta on Monday night. The two game series against the A’s finishes tonight starting at 6:45.

The Mariners put up a 10 spot to the Red Sox 6 yesterday. Seattle plated five of the runs in the 5th, and finished with 3 more runs in the 6th. Luis Castillo finally got some run support going six innings while giving up three runs for the win. The Ms go for the series win in game three from Fenway Park today. First pitch is at 1:10 this afternoon.

Local: 

The North Bend Little League baseball team won the Oregon State Championship and now will represent Oregon in the Little League World Series Northwest Regional! The games in this tournament will be livestreamed and televised on ESPN+ and ESPN. Their first game is on August 3rd vs the state champions from Alaska. That game will be on ESPN+ at 6PM.  The team has a GoFundMe to help cover travel and lodging costs for the competition in Southern California. The community has quickly raised nearly $12,000 towards their $15,000 goal.

Bend has made the playoffs while riding an 8 game win streak. Easton Amundson was named the West coast League player of the week. The Elks’ road trip continues in Springfield for a midweek series starting tonight.

The Big Butte Challenge is in full-swing, and has added two buttes to its line up. The Bonus Butte Challenge includes Vista Butte, and Tam-a-Lau Trail. That makes 10 Central Oregon buttes to climb by October 1st.

MLB: 

14 to 7 would be a low scoring Patriots Seahawks game but the Mariners were blown out by the Red Sox yesterday, with Logan Gilbert giving up seven of those runs in 2 and two thirds innings and Trent Thorton yielding four runs in 2 innings. Cal Raleigh homered in the losing effort. Also yesterday, the Mariners acquired INF Justin Turner and cash considerations from the Blue Jays in exchange for a minor leaguer. The Ms have game two from Fenway Park today. First pitch is at 4:10.

San Francisco hosts a two-game series with Oakland tonight. At two games under .500 the Giants may still make a deal ahead of the trade deadline at 3 this afternoon. Game 1 against the A’s starts at 6:45 tonight.

NBA:

The Trail Blazers aren’t interested in dealing Jerami Grant to the Lakers for DeAngelo Russell according to a report in the Athletic. Portland wants picks rather than players for Grant has been the story since before the draft, but Los Angeles has continued to try to make a deal work for Grant.

College Football: 

Oregon has the start of preseason camp on Wednesday. Early Heisman odds from FanDuel now have Oregon Quarterback Dillon Gabriel as the current favorite at +700…Georgia QB Carson Beck is +750… The Ducks open the season August 31st against Idaho, here on KBND.

NFL:

The Seahawks had Sunday off and return to training camp this morning, the first day of padded practices.

The 49ers haven’t had any movement in getting holdout tackle Trent Williams, and holdout wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk back in camp. Both want re-worked contracts.

MLB: 

San Francisco took out Colorado 5 to 4 yesterday to get the four-game sweep of the Rockies. Casey Schmitt homered. Matt Chapman knocked in two. With tomorrow’s trade deadline, the Giants are reportedly getting interest from teams looking to pry away pitcher Blake Snell. SF may not do anything though as the team is finally getting healthy, and are only four and a half games out of the last wild card spot. They start a bay series with Oakland tomorrow.

Seattle beat the White Sox 6 to 3 yesterday to get the sweep going out of Chicago. Logan Gilbert went 6 and a third for the win. Cal Raleigh homered. Recently acquired outfielder Randy Arozarena from the Rays and RHP Yimi García from the Blue Jays both contributed in the first weekend with their new team. The Mariners are tied with Houston for first in the AL West. Now it’s on to Boston for a series with the Red Sox. First pitch is at 4:10 today.

Soccer: 

The Portland Thorns lost match 2 of pool play of the NWSL vs Women’s Mexican League Summer Cup 3 to 1 to Utah 

The Portland Timbers got a win in their first Leagues Cup Match beating Mexico’s Club Leon 2 to 1. 

Local: 

Bend has made the playoffs for the first time since 2015. The Elks will host a playoff game at Vince Genna Stadium Saturday August 10th. Last night they beat Yakima Valley 9 to 3 to complete the sweep of the Pippins and run their win streak to 8 straight. The Elks’ road trip continues in Springfield for a midweek series starting tomorrow.

College Football: 

Big 10 Media day yesterday had Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel talking about learning a new offense after transferring to Eugene…and the significance of being a Hawaiian quarterback wearing Marcus Mariota’s number 8 jersey. Coach Dan Lanning mentioned the players are responding well to the adjustment of joining the Big 10 conference, and the benefit being in the Big 10 gives the University’s athletic future.

NFL:

The Seahawks announced Pro Bowl Safety Julian Love signed a three-year contract extension

The 49ers place Tackle Trent Williams on the reserve Did Not Report list as he holds out for a new contract deal.

MLB: 

San Francisco couldn’t overcome the return of Dodgers Pitcher Clayton Kershaw and fell 6 to 4 in Los Angeles yesterday. The Giants lose the four game series to their rivals and head back to the Bay to start a weekend series against the Rockies tonight. First pitch is at 7:15

2nd place Seattle has been scuffling after getting swept by LA and losers of 8 of their last 10. They trail the Astros by a game for the AL West lead. The Mariners will try to right the ship in Chicago against one of the worst teams in the league. The weekend series with the White Sox starts today at 5:10.

Soccer: 

The Portland Thorns match 2 of pool play of the NWSL vs Women’s Mexican League Summer Cup.  Now its Utah tomorrow night at 7.

The Portland Timbers are in 8th place in the MLS West. Sunday is a Leagues Cup Match against Mexico’s Club Leon starting at 7:30 pm.

Local: 

Bend held off a Cowlitz rally to win 5 to 4 last night. The Elks have won five in a row. Now they’re on the road at Yakima Valley for a weekend series starting tonight.

College Football: 

Big 10 Media day has Oregon and Washington press conferences scheduled today. The Huskies are up first with new coach Jedd Fisch talking to the press from 12:30 to 1:15.

Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel, tight end Terrance Ferguson and linebacker Jeffrey Bassa are up from 1 to 1:30 with Coach Dan Lanning scheduled from 1:15 – 2:00 p.m. The Ducks are the last of the 18 teams in the conference to go in front of reporters. But many reporters and pundits are picking them to go far this season. ESPN’s Kirk Hirbstreet told The Pat McAfee Show he ‘may have Oregon winning it all.’

NFL:

The Seahawks don’t have a timetable for offensive tackle Abe Lucas to make it to camp as he continues to try to recover from knee surgery. Coach Mike Macdonald told the media after yesterday’s first training camp practice the team was hoping he would have made the start of camp. 

The 49ers have another holdout. Tackle Trent Williams is missing training camp looking for a contract extension. Coach Kyle Shanahan expressed confidence to reporters a deal would happen.

MLB: 

The Mariners lost 2 to 1 to the Angels yesterday, getting swept out of Anaheim. A Mitch Haniger solo home run in the second was not enough to stand up as Seattle gave up two runs in the 8th inning after Luis Castillo threw six shutout innings. The Ms were playing again without the injured JP Crawford and Julio Rodriguez. Now its off to Chicago for a weekend series with the White Sox starting tomorrow.

San Francisco was 8 to 3 winners in Los Angeles last night. Rookie Tyler Fitzgerald did not homer, ending this home run streak at five straight games. Matt Chapman, Heliot Ramos and Mike Yastzremski drove in two runs each. The Giants will try to split the four game series in LA today. First pitch is at 1:10 this afternoon. 

Local: 

Bend took out Cowlitz 6 to 3 last night. The Elks go for the series sweep tonight. First pitch from Genna stadium is at 6:35.

College Football: 

The Ducks made a splash at the start of Big 10 Media days. A massive inflatable duck mascot floated in the Indianapolis River yesterday, near the site of the gathering at Lucas Oil Stadium. Also yesterday, Oregon Quarterback Dillon Gabriel, and wide receiver Tez Johnson were named to the Big 10 Preseason honors team.  The Oregon and Washington press conferences are tomorrow. Gabriel, the transfer from Oklahoma, is expected to be one of the Ducks available to the media.

NFL:

The Seahawks signed receiver and kick returner Marcus Simms who played in the UFL last season, and offensive lineman rookie tackle Jalen Sundel. They also had three veterans pass physicals getting them off the Physically Unable to Perform list. 

The 49ers camp is underway. In yesterday’s media briefing with coach Kyle Shanahan and General Manager John Lynch they revealed they were turned down by former Patriots coach Bill Belichick

MLB: 

San Francisco lost 5 to 2 in Los Angeles last night. Rookie Tyler Fitzgerald  hit a home run to make it five consecutive games, becoming the first Giants player since Barry Bonds to sock that many in a row. Fitzgerald also had the team’s other RBI with a single in the 9th on his way in going 3 for 3. Game 3 of the 4 game set in LA is at 7:10 tonight.

The Mariners lost an ugly one to the Angels last night. The Angels scored 5 runs, 4 of them unearned. Logan Gilbert gave up the one earned run in 6 and a third. The need for a couple of new bats in the line-up is apparent with the trade deadline a week away. The series finishes today in Seattle with the Ms trying to avoid the sweep. First pitch is at 12:40.

Local: 

Bend was a 6 to 5 winner over Cowlitz in 10 innings last night. The Elks go for the series win tonight. First pitch from Genna stadium is at 6:35.

A Pickle Ball Professional and Amatuer Tournament begins today in Bend. The Pacific Northwest Classic at the Pine Nursery Pickle Ball courts will see over 600 competitors go after part of a $34,000 purse. The competition begins today and goes through Sunday.

College Football: 

Oregon is picked to finish 2nd in the conference by the 27 voters making up the Big 10 media for cleveland dot com. The Ducks received 6 first place votes to land ahead of Penn State and Michigan. Ohio State is picked by the media to win the Big 10. Washington comes in at 10th. The U of 0 was also picked 2nd in the USA Today media writer’s poll with the Huskies picked 9th. Big 10 Media days for the newly expanded 18-school conference starts today and goes through Thursday.  Oregon and Washington Press conferences are Thursday. 

NFL:

Seahawks veterans report to training camp today. One of the free agents visiting the team will be Center Conner Williams. The offensive line will likely be getting a lot of attention this pre-season. There will also be a lot of expectations on 2nd-year Cornerback Devon Witherspoon. Also yesterday the  NFL Top 100 Players of 2024 rankings started coming out  as the 100th to 81st were released.  Wide Receiver DK Metcalf at number 84, cornerback Riq Woolen at 91 and safety Julian Love at 95. 

MLB: 

The Mariners fell 3 to 1 to the Angels last night, giving up another late lead. Bryce Miller was brilliant, pitching seven shutout innings in the no-decision. Julio Rodriguez didn’t play because of a sprained ankle and JP Crawford left after being hit by a pitch on his elbow. Game two of the series is tonight, starting at 6:40.

The Giants battled Los Angeles for most of the game but came up short going down 3 to 2. Tyler Fitgerald had a solo homer. Blake Snell went 6 innings giving up two earned runs in the no-decision. Game 2 in LA is at 7:10.

NBA:

One final note from NBA Summer League for the Trail Blazers; more than a couple of NBA analysts and insiders, along with plenty of Rip City fans questioned why second-year point guard Scoot Henderson didn’t play. Some in Scoot’s corner point to his getting injured during last year’s run and then having a nagging injury all-season as a reason he sat this year.

Local: 

The Elks are 7 and 5 in the West Coast League season’s second half. They’re eyeing a playoff spot, trying to finish with one of the top four best records. Bend has Cowlitz in town tonight. First pitch from Genna stadium is at 6:35.

Summer League from Las Vegas- The Trail Blazers beat Houston last night to close out their summer run. Rookie Donovan Clingan showed promise during his time on the court leading the team in blocks and pulling down over 12 rebounds a game. Now attention turns to the front office for any more trades. Especially since the Blazers now have four centers on the roster with the addition of Clingan. 2nd year players Kris Murray and Rayan Rupert also played well over the handful of games.

NFL:

Veterans report to training camp this week. In Seattle, they’re feeling good about the defensive line but the offensive line has the same questions. Quarterback Geno Smith is feeling confident in year three as the Seahawks’ signal-caller.

The 49ers have a lot on their plate with the Brandon Auiyuk trade request making headlines and potentially causing a distraction as their camp opens. Of particular note, other than wide receivers will be running backs who can give an occasional break to MVP-candidate Christian McCaffery.

MLB: 

Jorge Soler and Tyler Fitzgerald had solo homers in San Francisco’s 3 to 2 win over Colorado. The Giants avoid the sweep and head to Los Angeles for a meeting with the first place Dodgers. First pitch against the Dodgers it at 7:10

The Mariners beat Houston 6 to 4 yesterday behind homers from Jorge Polanco and Luke Raley. Bryan Woo went five and two thirds in the win. Seattle sees the Astros leave with a share of the division. Now the Angels visit for a series starting tonight at 6:40.

Soccer: 

The Portland Timbers dropped all the way from 5th to 8th place in the MLS West, following their loss to first place LAFC.

The Portland Thorns took down Club Tijuana 5 - 0 yesterday in their opening match of pool play of the NWSL vs Women’s Mexican League Summer Cup.  

Local: 

The Elks took down Corvallis 11 to 5 last night to get a big win over the south division leaders and improve to 7 and 5 in the West Coast League season’s second half. Bend has Cowlitz in town tomorrow night.

NBA:

Summer League from Las Vegas- The Trail Blazers are 2 and 1. Tonight is the final game of Pool play where they will try to move on to the bracket tournament tomorrow. Portland will go against the Charlotte Hornets and number six overall pick Tidjane Salaün from France. Tip off is at 5.

NFL:

With veterans reporting to training camp beginning next week, the Seahawks placed seven players on the physically unable to perform list, including starting right tackle Abraham Lucas, who had knee surgery following the end of last season, and linebackers Jerome Baker and Tyrel Dodson. Also placed on the PUP list are cornerback Lance Boykin, safety Jerrick Reed II, linebacker Drake Thomas and nose tackle Cameron Young.

The Seahawks also placed five players on the non-football injury list. Players placed on both the PUP and non-football injury list before training camp can return at any time during training camp and the preseason.

MLB: 

San Francisco is in Colorado for a weekend series. First pitch against the Rockies it at 5:40

The Mariners have a one-game lead over the Astros…who will be in Seattle for a series starting today. First pitch is at 7:10

Soccer: 

The Portland Timbers 5th place in the MLS West. Next up is a meeting with first place LAFC tomorrow night at 7:45

Local: 

The Elks are on the road at Corvallis tonight, and then are back at Vince Genna Stadium tomorrow and Sunday to host the Knights.

The High Cascades 100 Mountain Bike race is tomorrow starting and finishing at the Athletic Club of Bend.

NBA:

Summer League from Las Vegas- The Trail Blazers are 2 and 1 after getting past Washington 82 to 80 yesterday. Rookie Donovan Clingan was a plus 9 in the plus/minus point differential in 26 minutes. He tallied another solid stat line with 13 rebounds, 5 blocks, 2 assists, and a 3-pointer on 3 of 10 shooting for 8 points.

MLB Draft:

Four Ducks were picked on the final day of the draft with right-handed pitcher RJ Gordon, catcher Bennett Thompson, center fielder Bryce Boettcher and right-handed pitcher Isaac Ayon getting calls from major league clubs. OSU sluggers Mason Guerra and Micah McDowell were also chosen yesterday.

Six of the players taken in the draft played for the Bend Elks over the past few seasons.

NFL:

The Seattle Seahawks will have rookies report for their first training camp today. It’s also the first camp for rookie head coach Mike Macdonald. Seattle’s top draft pick, defensive tackle Byron Murphy is the only first year player expected to see regular playing time this season.

San Francisco’s veterans report next week. Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has reportedly asked for a trade.

Local: 

Bend plays another non-league game with the Sawtooth Sockeyes from Caldwell, Idaho tomorrow night at Vince Genna Stadium … Four Elks are competing in tonight’s All Star game in Bellingham. Easton Amundson, Mason Edwards, Jackson Elder, and Tyler Wood are on the South roster. The West Coast League All Star game,being held for the first time since 2019, is airing on the MLB network starting at 6:30 pm. 

Tonight is another night of bike racing at the Horner Cycling Foundation Summer Criterium Series. Kids and Juniors start at 4:50. Adult Categories begin at 5:30 at Pacific Crest Middle School.

The Wildhorse Resort & Casino will host an Epson Tour – Road to the LPGA event in Pendleton August 16th through the 18th. The  2024 Wildhorse Ladies Golf Classic is part of the official qualifying tour of the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA). A week of events kicks off Monday, August 12th including a Pro-Am Tournament and free kids golf clinics.

MLB: 

Draft Day 2 - Oregon State had three more players selected yesterday. Pitcher Jacob Kmatz was picked in the 5th round by Tampa, pitcher Bridger Holmes went to the Angels in the 7th, and the Dodgers took infielder Elijah Hainline in the 7th.

The Mariners selected Oregon pitcher Brock Moore in the 7th round.

It’s the 94th All Star Game from Arlington, Texas starting at 5 this afternoon.

San Francisco has pitcher Logan Webb and outfielder Heliot Ramos making their first appearances in the midsummer classic.

Seattle will have a pair of first-timers also in pitchers Logan Gilbert and Andrés Muñoz representing the team. Gilbert will not be available to pitch however, since he started Sunday. Muñoz was named his replacement.

NBA:

Summer League from Las Vegas- The Trail Blazers edged Philadelphia 97 to 95. In 25 minutes rookie center Donovan Clingan put together a line of 13 rebounds, 3 blocks, 5 assists, and 8 points including a monster dunk. Portland plays the Wizards today. Both squads are 1 - 1. Tip-off against Washington is at 5:30.

College Football: 

Oregon is the number three ranked team in EA Sports College Football 25 out this week. Autzen Stadium is ranked the 11th toughest place to play and five Ducks are ranked in the top 100 individual players. The Ducks have a 93 overall rating. The Beavers have a 79. The highly-anticipated video game is the first release in the series since 2013.

Local: 

Bend will have Four Elks competing in tomorrow’s All Star game in Bellingham. Tonight and Thursday, Bend plays a pair of non-league games with the Sawtooth Sockeyes from Caldwell, Idaho. First pitch from Vince Genna Stadium is 6:35 tonight.

Local: 

Bend fell 7 to 3 to the Pickles in Portland last night, getting swept to head into the all star break. Four Elks will be competing in Wednesday’s game in Bellingham. 

MLB: 

MLB Draft:

Oregon State’s Travis Bazanna was yesterday’s number one overall pick. The Cleveland Guardians made him the first second baseman ever taken at the top slot. The Australian is the second Beaver to go number 1 after Adley Rutschman in 2019.

The Miami Marlins selected pitcher Aiden May in the 2nd round, at the 70th overall pick.

OSU could have more players chosen. The draft continues today and tomorrow. 

San Francisco walked off the Blue Jays 3 to 2 yesterday when Mike Yastzresmski scored because a cut-off throw got away after his triple. Toronto tied the game in the 9th, wasting Blake Snell’s seven shutout innings, six of them perfect. The Giants are in Denver for a series with the Rockies after the All Star break.

Seattle gave up a 2-run lead in Anaheim yesterday allowing the Angels to score three runs in the 8th inning for the victory. The Mariners dropped three of 4 in the series. Heading into the All-star break they take a one-game lead over the Astros, who will be in Seattle for a series Friday.

NBA:

The Trail Blazers’ top draft pick Donovan Clingan made his Summer League debut Saturday tallying five blocks, and 13 rebounds but the number seven overall pick told reporters after the game he had plenty to work on, including his 1 for 8 shooting. Portland plays Philadelphia today at 5:30.

Soccer: 

The Portland Timbers have won 5 of their last 6 matches after shutting out Real Salt Lake Saturday to stay in 5th place in the MLS West. Next up is a meeting with first place LAFC.

Local: 

Bend took care of Cowlitz 7 to 3 last night, getting the series win to stay in 3rd place in the South division, a half-game behind Portland in 2nd. The Elks battle the Pickles in Portland tonight. First pitch is set for 7:05.

Night three of the Crooked River Roundup horse races in Prineville. Gates open at 5:30. First post time is 7:15 tonight and tomorrow.

The Oregon 24 or 12 Hour Mountain Bike event is tomorrow and Sunday from Wanoga Sno-Park.

MLB: 

Seattle blew out and shut out the Angels 11 to 0 last night. Cal Raleigh homered twice. Luis Castillo went six innings for the win. Game two of the four game series before the All-star break is tonight. First pitch is at 6:38.

The Giants lost 5 to 3 to the Blue Jays and dropped the series. Starter Jordan Hicks took the loss giving up the five runs in 4.1. Mike Yastrzemski and All-star Heliot Ramos homered.  San Francisco has Minnesota visiting for a series starting tonight at 7:15. 

NBA:

The Trail Blazers are preparing for summer league action tomorrow.  Second year point guard Scoot Henderson is not on the Summer League roster this year. Guard Bryce McGowens signed a Two-Way Contract yesterday to join the team in Las Vegas. Portland plays San Antonio and the main focus will be how rookie Donovan Clingan competes. Tip off against the Spurs is at 6.

College Baseball:

Oregon State will have five Beavers from last year’s team expected to be picked in the upcoming MLB Draft. It starts Sunday and goes through Tuesday. Consensus All-American Second Baseman Travis Bazanna could be the number one overall pick. It’s held by Cleveland.

Soccer: 

The Portland Timbers are 5th place in the MLS West matching up against 2nd place Real Salt Lake tomorrow night at 7:30

Local: 

Bend jumped out to a four-run lead in the first inning and never looked back, beating Cowlitz 11 - 2 last night.  The rubber match of the series with the Black Bears is tonight. First pitch is set for 6:35.

Night two of the Crooked River Roundup horse races in Prineville. Gates open at 5:30. First post time is 7:15.

College Football: 

Oregon State may have had their uniform-reveal spoiled by Boise State in a teaser trailer for the new EA Sports College Football 25 video game. A Beavers football social media post says an announcement will come at 8 am tomorrow. 

Oregon got a relieving recruiting update yesterday when Dallas Wilson, a Florida five-star wide receiver reaffirmed he will be going to Eugene in the 2025 class. Wilson has been committed to the Ducks for more than 18 months, but several schools in his home state have been trying to flip him. So far, the Ducks have a top-five ranked class but recruiting season never ends…

MLB: 

The Giants fell 10 to 6 to Toronto last night. Pitcher Logan Webb was cruising through the 5th inning until he gave up three runs. Then gave up four in the sixth without recording an out. Webb takes the loss with the seven runs being the most he’s given up in one game since his rookie year. The series finishes in San Francisco this afternoon. First pitch is at 12:45.

Seattle shutout the Padres 2 to 0 yesterday. Bryce Miller threw 5 innings and gave up 5 hits. The Mariners only had 4 hits to go with their 2 runs, 1 was unearned. Their Division lead is 2 games over the Astros. Now it’s the start of a four-game series with the Angels. First pitch is at 6:38 tonight.

Local: 

Bend lost 3 to 1 in Cowlitz last night after tying the game at 1 in the 7th but then giving up two runs in the 8th.  The 2024 West Coast League All-Star team will have Elks Easton Amundson, Mason Edwards, Jackson Elder, and Tyler Wood on the roster. The All Star game being held for the first time since 2019, is in Bellingham next Wednesday the 17th.  Game two of the series with the Black Bears is tonight. First pitch is set for 6:35.

College Baseball:

Oregon State will have three transfers on the pitching staff next season. The Beavers will get some experienced arms on a staff that will lose several players from last season’s team, according to Oregonlive.com. The three all played last season around the Pacific Northwest. Right-hander Jack Hostetler and left-handers Max Fraser and Tanner Douglas. Three Beavers from last year’s team are expected to be picked in the upcoming MLB Draft.

College Football: 

Oregon State has a cryptic social media post teasing something coming Friday morning. Speculation runs the gamut from a uniform reveal, to a new Name Image Likeness campaign, to joining or forming a conference. The post says the announcement will come at 8 am.

The University of Oregon will hold a candlelight vigil at Autzen Stadium  tonight to celebrate the life of Khyree Jackson. He and two of his high school teammates were killed in a car crash Saturday. Jackson was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in April.

MLB: 

Seattle beat the Padres 8 to 3 last night. Julio Rodriguez went 4 for 4 with 2 RBI and a solo homer. Cal Raleigh knocked in 4 with two home-runs. Big Dumper also doubled and later scored. Logan Gilbert got the win going 7 and 2 thirds giving up the three runs. It’s the finale of the quick two game series tonight. First pitch from Petco park is at 6:40.

The Giants scored on a walk-off wild pitch to comeback to beat Toronto 4 to 3 last night. San Francisco was down two entering the last of the 9th before the rally that saw Tyler Braden score from 3rd to end the game. Pitcher Blake Snell blanked the Blue Jays over 5 innings in a one-hit no-decision. Game two of the three game series is tonight. First pitch is 6:45.

College Football: 

Oregon could land 4-star interior offensive lineman Will Conroy out of Ohio for its 2026 recruiting class. The Ohio high-school junior-to-be is reportedly leaning toward committing to the Ducks. So far, there is only a Defensive Lineman committed to Eugene for the Freshman ‘26 class.

NBA:

Portland welcomed Deni Avdija to the team facility yesterday. The 5th year forward was acquired in a draft night trade with Washington. He’ll wear the number 8 jersey. There is some buzz about trading Anfernee Simons for the right deal. Jerami Grant to the Lakers for first round draft picks may be too steep a price for Los Angeles, according to insiders with knowledge of the trade talks. The Trail Blazers are preparing for summer league action this Saturday.  Second year point guard Scoot Henderson is not on the Summer League roster this year.

MLB: 

The Giants are back home for a three game series with Toronto. San Francisco is 44 and 47, having split their last 10 games. Pitcher Blake Snell will try to get his first win of the season, and lower that 9.51 ERA when he faces the Blue Jays who are eight games below .500; last in the AL East. First pitch is 6:45 tonight.

Seattle has a two game lead over the Astros, with the Padres up next for a two game series. The Mariners have dropped six of their last 10 games and have lost six straight series, they look to snap that streak in San Diego for a two-game series. The Friars have won six of their last 10 and are also trying to snap a two game losing streak while trying to keep pace with the Dodgers in the NL West. First pitch from Petco park is at 6:40.

Local: 

Bend has won six straight, and therefore undefeated as we’re keeping track of this second half of the season with a 3 and 0 start. The Elks are 19 and 11 overall and winners of 7 of their last 10. A series at Cowlitz begins tonight. The Black Bears have started the second half 0 and 3. First pitch is set for 7:35 tonight.

College Football: 

Oregon set off some recruiting fireworks on Independence Day with the announcement the nation’s number one ranked receiver will go to the Ducks.  Dakorien Moore out of Texas is ESPN’s number three rated overall high school player. ESPN has Oregon’s 2025 class ranked 22nd in the country. Moore is the highest ranked recruit to ever commit to the U of O.

Oregon State got a commitment for the 2026 recruiting class from California quarterback Deagan Rose. The junior-to-be three-star prospect is one of OSU’s highest ever ranked recruits. 

NBA:

Portland holds more leverage with dealing Jerami Grant after player movement around the NBA, over the holiday weekend. The Lakers and Spurs could use the forward’s services, but his price is reportedly two first-round draft picks, and the Blazers are apparently not in a hurry to send Grant to a conference rival. Meanwhile the team held its first practices for Summer League over the weekend. Their first round choice Donovan Clingan had his first real run with the team, as the rookies and second year players get ready for the action in Vegas starting against San Antonio this Saturday. Point guard Scoot Henderson is not on the Summer League roster.

MLB: 

The Mariners lost 5 to 4 in 10 innings to Toronto yesterday. Julio Rodríguez, was evaluated for a sore quad injury, but tests came out clear. He pinch hit in the 8th. Pitcher Logan Gilbert was named to the American League All-Star team for the first time. Seattle has a two game lead over the Astros, with the Padres in for a two game series starting tomorrow.

San Francisco’s rally came up short in Cleveland yesterday, falling 5 to 4, after giving up an early lead. Michael Conforto knocked in three including a 2-run homer. The Giants lost 2 of 3 against the Guardians, and dropped three games below .500. It’s back home tomorrow for a three game series with Toronto.

Soccer: 

The Portland Timbers 4 to 1 victory over Nashville last night put them back into 5th place in the MLS West after the 4th of July loss to FC Dallas briefly dropped them into 7th. 

Local: 

The Elks finished the first half of the season at 16 and 11. Now they’re 3 and 0 to start out the second half after sweeping Yakima Valley over the weekend. Bend has won six straight with a series at Cowlitz starting tomorrow.

Local: 

The Elks took down Bellingham 6 to 4 to open their series. First pitch tonight is at 6:35. They’ll be back in Bend for a weekend series starting Friday.

Area races tomorrow include the Tom Beamer Memorial Run 10k 5k and 2 mile in Madras…and the Sisters Red, White, and Blue 5K.

NBA:

Portland would deal Jerami Grant for a first round pick with few restrictions on draft position. That’s according to insiders who say the Lakers have been talking to the Blazers since Sunday about dealing for the forward. Grant’s agency is the same as LA’s Lebron James and Anthony Davis. 

MLB: 

The Mariners were shut out on only two hits against Baltimore last night. 3rd baseman Josh Rojas got both of the knocks from the bottom of the order. Pitcher George Kirby took the loss giving up both runs in 6.1 innings. The Astros lost too, so the Ms lead stays at 3 games.  First pitch against the Orioles tonight in Seattle is at 7:10. 

San Francisco got solo home runs from the top three in the order to beat Atlanta 5 to 3 yesterday. Jorge Soler and LaMont Wade Jr. went back to back to tie it at 2 in the 5th The Braves went back to back in the 2nd. It’s the third time this season both teams have homered back to back or better. Heliot Ramos finished off the scoring in the 9th to add the insurance run. It makes a nice start for the road trip. Game two from Truist Park may be a little tougher against Atlanta’s stud Chris Sale who is 10 and 3 on the year. First Pitch is at 4:20.

Soccer: 

The Portland Timbers are in 5th place in the MLS West with a 4th of July match against struggling FC Dallas. It starts at 5:30 tomorrow.

The Portland Thorns 5th place on the NWSL table take on the struggling San Diego Wave Friday.

Local: 

The Elks are on the road for a midweek series against Bellingham. Bend is 13 - 11 and in third place in the West Coast League south division while the Bells are 17 and 10 in third in the North. First pitch tonight is at 6:35.

NBA:

Portland introduced Center Donovan Clingan, their top, and only draft pick over the weekend. And the team hasn’t done much else as the Free Agency period opens. There are a few lukewarm rumors about the Lakers interested in Jerami Grant and the Pelicans taking a run at Deandre Ayton. One report I read is that Ayton is good with the team picking a Center and is willing to mentor Clingan. Although some Blazers fans may cringe at that idea. Justin Minaya will sign a two-way contract to return to the Portland Trail Blazers. That means he’ll also spend time on the Rip City Remix G-League team. Anfernee Simons could also be on the move for the right offer.

College Football: 

Oregon State received commitments from a pair of 3-star DBs and a 3-star defensive end/tight end for their 2025 class. 

MLB: 

The Mariners welcome Adley Rutschman and Baltimore for a battle between the AL West and East division leaders. While the O’s have been surging the Ms have scuffled through the end of June losing 8 of 12. Their lead over Houston has been trimmed to 3 games. That has led to reports Seattle will be aggressive looking to add a bat to the line-up in the form of an everyday player ahead of the trade deadline at the end of the month. First pitch against the Orioles is at 6:40 tonight. 

Although San Francisco is 11 games behind Los Angeles in the NL West, at 41 - 43 they are still very much in the Wild Card Race in this injury-decimated season. The Giants begin a weeklong road trip in Atlanta today. First Pitch is at 4:10.

MLB: 

San Francisco marked a few firsts in the series win over the Dodgers. Yesterday’s 10 to 4 final gave them 22 total over the three games. The most ever scored at the ballpark they’ve played in since 2000. Yesterday’s 10 doubles were the most in a game since the team moved to San Francisco in 1958. And 30 year old rookie pitcher Spencer Bivens got a win in his first start for the team. He’s pitched in relief since being called up June 16th. A weeklong road trip starts in Atlanta tomorrow. 

The Mariners dropped the series to the Twins, falling 5 to 3 yesterday. The bats stayed cold, as they only mustered 1 run Saturday, and just 3 runs in Friday’s win. That’s four straight series losses for the Ms, whose lead in the AL west is now just 3 and a half behind surging Houston…from T-Mobile Park is at 6:40. Adley Rutschman and the Baltimore Orioles are in Seattle to start a series tomorrow.

Soccer: 

The Portland Thorns' scoreless draw with the Utah Royals kept them in 5th place on the NWSL table. 

The Portland Timbers beat Minnesota 3 to 2 to move up to 5th place in the MLS West. 

College Football: 

Oregon State

Oregon made some big recruiting news over the weekend as they launched their 2025 class into a top 5 ranking with commitments from three 4-star high school seniors-to-be at running back, tight end, and defensive end. 5-star cornerback Dorian Brew announced his intention to come to Eugene yesterday, over offers from Texas and Ohio State among others. That makes the 14th commitment for the 2025 class. All 4-star or higher on 247sports composite rankings.

Local: 

The Elks wrapped up their non-league weekend series with a sweep of the Northwest All Stars. It’s on the road tomorrow for a midweek series against the Bellingham Bells.