SPORTS 7-31-25 

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

More preseason recognition for some Oregon Ducks.

Defensive back Dillon Thieneman was named to the watch list for the Jim Thorpe Award. Inside linebackers Bryce Boettcher and Devon Jackson were both selected to the Butkus Award watch list.  The opener against Montana State is less than a month away. The Ducks Insider Daily Podcast returns next week at KBND dot com.

Oregon State had a good first day of camp according to Coach Trent Bray. In his media session after practice he said the Beavers are building from where they left off during spring practice, and he didn’t see regression. OSU will need to be ready as the coach addressed the early schedule with what he called four really tough games to start. The opener against Cal is August 30th.

MLB:

San Francisco has now lost six in a row after losing in 10 innings last night in the Pirates sweep. Earlier in the day the Giants traded reliever Tyler Rodgers to the Mets for three prospects. Those two teams play in New York for a series starting tomorrow. 

If the Giants are sellers at today’s trade deadline the Mariners are definitely buyers. 3B Eugenio Suarez is returning to the team after another trade with the Diamondbacks. Earlier in the day the Ms landed reliever Caleb Ferguson from the Pirates. Last night Seattle lost to the A’s when a 9th inning rally came up short. The sweep in Sacramento drops Seattle into a tie with Texas for the final wildcard spot. The teams start a four game series beginning tonight at 6:45

MLS:

The Timbers won their first game of the Leagues Cup. Portland took down Atlético de San Luis 4-0 at home. David Da Costa scored in the first minute, followed by tallies from Kevin Kelsy, Ariel Lassiter and Felipe Mora. The Timbers will play their next Leagues Cup tournament game Saturday against Querétaro.

LOCAL:

The Elks split their double header with Portland yesterday dropping the opener but coming back to take the night cap. The series finishes tonight. First pitch is 6:35 at Vince Genna.

SPORTS 7-30-25 

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

Oregon’s training camp starts today. Six Ducks were named to preseason watch lists for major awards. 

Inside linebacker Bryce Boettcher, defensive back Dillon Thieneman and outside linebacker Matayo Uiagalelei were all selected to the preseason watch list for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, which recognizes the most outstanding defensive player 

Offensive linemen Iapani Laloulu, Emmanuel Pregnon and Isaiah World are on the Outland Trophy watch list, for top interior lineman. The season starts August 30th. We’ll have the Ducks Insider Daily podcast back again next week at KBND dot com.

Oregon State starts camp today too. The Beavers will once again play an independent schedule starting August 30th against former Pac 12 opponent Cal.

COLLEGE BASEBALL:

The Oregon State baseball team added another transfer. The Beavers received a commitment from Eastern Michigan transfer Cooper Vance on Tuesday. Vance hit .301 with six home runs and 30 RBIs for the Eagles this season.

MLB:

San Francisco dropped another one to the Pirates last night, going down 3 -1. The loss sends the Giants back to .500 and five games behind the Padres in the wild card. Game 3 against Pittsburgh starts at 12:45.

The Mariners lost to the A’s in Sacramento last night 6 - 1. That loss keeps them a game ahead of Texas for the final wild card spot. The series finishes tonight at 7:05

NFL:

Training camp notes-

The Seahawks signed rookie Defensive Tackle Thor Griffith, an undrafted rookie from Louisville. The team talked about establishing its running game and setting that tone early in training camp.

San Francisco completed their second block of practices during training camp. First-round pick Mykel Williams did not practice yesterday  due to a “minor ankle” injury. The defensive lineman dealt with an ankle injury in his final college season.

LOCAL: 

The Elks got roughed up by Portland 10 - 2 last night. It’s a double header today starting at 4:05 at Vince Genna.

SPORTS 7-29-25 

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

Oregon State running back Anthony Hankerson and quarterback Maalik Murphy have been named to the Maxwell Award preseason watch list. The honor is given annually to college football's player of the year. Hankerson is back for a second season with the Beavers. Murphy is a transfer from Duke.

Oregon football hits the field for preseason practice starting tomorrow. During a media session in Eugene yesterday, Head coach Dan Lanning says the team aims to build on last season’s College Football Playoff run. Several positions will be battling for starting spots—especially at quarterback and across both lines. The season starts August 30th. We’ll have the Ducks Insider Daily podcast resuming next week at KBND dot com.

MLB:

Luis Castillo improved to 8 - 6 and Anthony Munoz picked up his 24th save on the season in the 3 -1 Mariners win over the A’s in Sacramento. New 1st baseman Josh Naylor swatted his first home run since being traded to Seattle with a solo shot in the 2nd inning. Game 2 First pitch tonight is 7:05.

San Francisco’s rally came up just short in a 6 - 5 loss to the Pirates last night. Willy Adames knocked in 2. Carson Whisenhunt took the loss giving up 4 runs in five innings. Game 2 starts tonight at 6:45.

NFL:

Training camp notes-

San Francisco went full pads in practice yesterday with a healthy edge rusher Nick Bosa and left tackle Trent Williams going at it in drills.

The Seahawks placed Running back Kenny McIntosh on injured reserve after his knee injury from Saturday's practice.

Rookie running back D.K. Kaufman was signed to fill the open spot on the 90-man roster. Kaufman, who went undrafted out of NC State, took part in Seattle's rookie minicamp as a tryout player,

Local:

The Elks are back home to start a series with Portland. First pitch at 6:35.

SPORTS 7-28-25 

MLB:

Seattle split the series with Los Angeles losing yesterday 4 - 1. That 1 run though was significant. It was Cal Raleigh’s Major League leading 41st. It’s the most by a switch hitter or a catcher and passed Ken Griffey Junior for most Mariners home runs in the first five seasons with 134.

The Mariners split the series and drop to 56 - 50, four games behind the
Astros, and tied with the Rangers for the last wildcard spot.
Seattle travels to Sacramento for a series against the As. First pitch tonight is 7:05.

San Francisco lost 5 - 3 to the Mets yesterday. Matt Chapman hit two home runs but struck out with the bases loaded in the bottom of the 9th to end it. The sweep by New York sends the Giants 2 and half games behind the Padres in the National League Wild Card. Next up the Pirates visit starting tonight at 6:45.

NFL:

Training camp notes-

The Seahawks are scheduled to practice in full pads for the first time in camp. Reports have first round draft choice Grey Zabol getting all the first team reps at left guard. Head coach Mike Macdonald has said his starting Offensive line may not be decided until they get into preseason games next week. One injury note: Running back Kenny McIntosh suffered what may be a season-ending knee injury.

San Francisco is signing veteran cornerback Eli Apple on a one-year contract to replace Renardo Green who is dealing with a hamstring injury. The 49ers are a bit shaky at the position even when Green does return. Up and coming receiver Jauan Jennings was out of practice yesterday with a calf issue. The entire receiving corps is dinged up one way or another. On the bright side though, second year receiver Ricky Pearsall did come off the Physically Unable to Perform list yesterday.

SOCCER:

The Timbers earned a win this weekend. Portland picked up a 1-0 road victory over LAFC on Friday. Cristhian Paredes scored the game's lone tally in the 45th minute.

WOMEN’S CBB:

The Oregon State women's basketball team added to its 2026 recruiting class. Maggie Warpus, who plays guard and forward, announced her pledge to the Beavers on Sunday. She is the second member of OSU's 2026 class, joining local recruit Taylor Young.

LOCAL:

The Elks will be back home to start a series with Portland tomorrow.

SPORTS 7-25-25 

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

The Oregon football team added to its 2027 recruiting class. The Ducks received a commitment from four-star wide receiver Kesean Bowman. The Tennessee native chose UO over offers from Ohio State and Oklahoma, among others. Bowman is Oregon's second 2027 commitment after edge rusher Cameron Pritchett pledged last month.

NFL:

Training camp notes-

San Francisco’s new Defensive Coordinator Robert Saleh says its an open competition for the best 11 players. There could be as many as eight new starters on defense this season. 49ers practice was open to the public yesterday.

Seahawks training camp day 2 was closed to fans. Media reports say free agent quarterback Sam Darnold is making connections with his new receivers; training sessions building rapport in the off season have apparently helped. And coaches and teammates praise the work ethic of rookie quarterback Jalen Milroe. He’s battling Drew Lock for the back up role.

MLB:

Seattle grabbed game one in Anaheim last night. The Mariners 4- 2 win keeps them 5 games behind the Houston Astros in the AL West.

Ahead of the game Seattle pulled the trigger on a trade with Arizona to get 1st Baseman Josh Naylor for two minor league pitching prospects.The slugger should be an upgrade at 1st base for the Ms.  Game two of the four game series against the Angels starts at 6:38 tonight.

San Francisco looks to keep pace with the Padres in the NL west as both trail the Dodgers. The Giants are back home to start a series with the NL East leading Mets. First pitch tonight is at 7:15.

NBA: 

The Chinese Basketball Association announced Blazers’ rookie Yang Hansen will not participate in the national team's training camp or the upcoming FIBA Asia Cup, allowing him to focus on development with the Trail Blazers. Yang, who drew millions in TV audiences during Chinese broadcasts of his NBA Summer League games, requested to skip the international tournament to attend training camps next month

MLS:

The Timbers will be in action tonight. Portland will take the field on the road against LAFC. The teams tied 3-3 in their first meeting of the season in April.

LOCAL:

The Elks are at Cowlitz to start a series with the Black Bears tonight.

SPORTS 7-24-25 

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

Coach Dan Lanning and Oregon players took the stage at Big Ten Media Day yesterday, saying they wanted to build on last season’s success and are motivated to move past the playoff loss to Ohio State. Team leaders talked about pushing their limits and embracing those new conference rivalries, while Lanning highlighted the need to “double down” on hard work. The Ducks season opens against Montana State August 30th.

One Duck defender will start fall camp slowly. Oregon football coach Dan Lanning said that linebacker Devon Jackson will be limited once practice begins as he recovers from the injury that caused him to miss spring ball. Jackson had 47 total tackles and one-and-a-half sacks last season, both career highs.

NFL:

San Francisco Coach Mike Shanahan expressed satisfaction with the team’s energy and focus after the first day of 49ers training camp. He highlighted the hard work from both veterans and new players, noting strong communication on the field. Shanahan said he’s excited to see competition ramp up in the coming days.

Coach Mike MacDonald says the energy at Seahawks training camp is electric and players arrived eager, focused, and ready to work. MacDonald notes the team is building strong chemistry and setting the tone for a competitive season ahead. MacDonald said new Offensive Coordinator Clint Kubiak has a high football acumen and is excited for what he’s bringing to the offense. Fans at the facility also gave a home-coming welcome to new free-agency addition Cooper Kupp. The wide-receiver played for Eastern Washington and went to high school in Yakima.

MLB:

At T-Mobile Park yesterday, the Seattle Mariners dropped the series finale to the Milwaukee Brewers, 10-2. Julio Rodríguez led the Mariners with two hits and an RBI, but Seattle’s offense struggled to find momentum, managing just six hits without Cal Raleigh in the lineup. Luis Castillo struck out seven over five innings but took the loss allowing 3 runs. Next up the Ms travel to Angel Stadium tomorrow to start a four game series with the Halos.

San Francisco beat the Braves 9-3 in Atlanta yesterday. Justin Verlander ended a 16-game winless streak, recording his first victory as a Giant. Rafael Devers hit two home runs and drove in four runs. Matt Chapman homered also. Next, the Giants are back home for the Mets starting tomorrow.

COLLEGE BASEBALL:

The Oregon State baseball team has received the Team Academic Excellence Award from the American Baseball Coaches Association. Oregon State is one of 440 college programs from all levels of the sport. The Beavers, however, are one of just six teams at the Division I level who have earned the honor in all 10 years it has been in existence.

LOCAL:

The Elks finish up their series with Walla Walla tonight.

SPORTS 7-23-25 

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

Oregon’s Dillon Thieneman and Matayo Uiagalelei have been named to the 2025 Big Ten Preseason Honors list. Thieneman, a standout defensive back from Purdue, and Uiagalelei, the Ducks’ hard-hitting linebacker, will both be at today’s Big Ten Media Day. Representing Oregon alongside them are head coach Dan Lanning, linebacker Bryce Boettcher and tight end Kenyon Sadiq, as the Ducks prepare for their season opener against Montana State.

NFL:

The Seattle Seahawks open training camp today at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center in Renton. Rookies reported last week, and veterans join the squad for their first official practice. This marks the second year under head coach Mike Macdonald, with new quarterback Sam Darnold set for his Seattle debut.

The San Francisco 49ers open their first full-team practice of training camp today in Santa Clara. Head coach Kyle Shanahan says key position battles and roster changes will be important storylines this year, but Left tackle Trent Williams and running back Christian McCaffrey are fully healed, healthy and expected to be ready to go today.

MLB:

Cal Raleigh’s 39th home run was the difference in a 1 - 0 win for the Mariners last night. Seattle stopped the Brewers 11-game winning streak as Logan Gilbert outdueled Milwaukee phenom Jacob Misiorowski. Gilbert struck out 10 to 7 from the Mis. Rubber match of the series is today at 12:40

San Francisco pounded the Braves 9 - 0 yesterday evening up the series in Atlanta. DH Wilmer Flores had 4 RBI including a 3 run homer as Rafael Devers knocked in an RBI while playing first base for the first time this season. It’s meaningful as he adamantly refused to play first base for Boston earlier this season. First pitch today at 9:15.

LOCAL:

The Elks dropped their series opener in Walla Walla last night, getting edged 8 - 7 by the Sweets. The series continues tonight.

SPORTS 7-22-25 

NBA: 

The official signing of Damian Lillard has fans and pundits wondering about Portland’s long term plans with its backcourt. It’s filling up with veterans in Dame, and the recently traded-for Jrue Holiday, and the youth movement in Scoot Henderson and Shaedon Sharpe. Recent reports from NBA experts focus on coach Chauncey Billups’ emphasis on defense pointing to Sharpe being the odd man out in the rotation. That’s basically why Anfernee Simons was swapped for the defensive-stopper Holiday. This final year of Sharpe’s 4-year rookie contract could be it for his time with the Blazers, especially if Lillard is recovered from his achilles for the ‘26 - ‘27 season.

MLB:

San Francisco dropped the first game of their series in Atlanta going down 9 - 5 to the Braves. At Truist Park, the Braves scored five runs in the first inning, and rookie Drake Baldwin drove in six runs overall. For the Giants, Willy Adames went four for five with a home run and two doubles. San Francisco’s losing streak is now at six games, holding them at third in the NL West. Atlanta holds fourth in the NL East. Game two of the series starts today at 4:15.

Seattle’s strong start behind George Kirby unraveled in the sixth, as Milwaukee broke up his no-hitter and scored four runs, finishing with a 6- 0 final because the Mariners’ lineup struggled against Brandon Woodruff, who returned from injury with six shutout innings. The’ll try to snap Milwaukee’s eleven-game winning streak tonight. First pitch at 6:40.

MLS:

The Portland Timbers are gearing up for an away game later this week. The Timbers will travel to Los Angeles on Friday to face LAFC at BMO Stadium. The Timbers are coming off a weekend draw. Portland tied Minnesota United FC Saturday at home.

LOCAL:

The Elks are on the road all week starting tonight in Walla Walla.

SPORTS 7-22-25 

NBA: 

The official signing of Damian Lillard has fans and pundits wondering about Portland’s long term plans with its backcourt. It’s filling up with veterans in Dame, and the recently traded-for Jrue Holiday, and the youth movement in Scoot Henderson and Shaedon Sharpe. Recent reports from NBA experts focus on coach Chauncey Billups’ emphasis on defense pointing to Sharpe being the odd man out in the rotation. That’s basically why Anfernee Simons was swapped for the defensive-stopper Holiday. This final year of Sharpe’s 4-year rookie contract could be it for his time with the Blazers, especially if Lillard is recovered from his achilles for the ‘26 - ‘27 season.

MLB:

San Francisco dropped the first game of their series in Atlanta going down 9 - 5 to the Braves. At Truist Park, the Braves scored five runs in the first inning, and rookie Drake Baldwin drove in six runs overall. For the Giants, Willy Adames went four for five with a home run and two doubles. San Francisco’s losing streak is now at six games, holding them at third in the NL West. Atlanta holds fourth in the NL East. Game two of the series starts today at 4:15.

Seattle’s strong start behind George Kirby unraveled in the sixth, as Milwaukee broke up his no-hitter and scored four runs, finishing with a 6- 0 final because the Mariners’ lineup struggled against Brandon Woodruff, who returned from injury with six shutout innings. The’ll try to snap Milwaukee’s eleven-game winning streak tonight. First pitch at 6:40.

MLS:

The Portland Timbers are gearing up for an away game later this week. The Timbers will travel to Los Angeles on Friday to face LAFC at BMO Stadium. The Timbers are coming off a weekend draw. Portland tied Minnesota United FC Saturday at home.

LOCAL:

The Elks are on the road all week starting tonight in Walla Walla.

SPORTS 7-21-25 

NBA: 

Yang Hansen was held out of Saturday's summer league game. It turned out to be the final one as the Blazers lost to Phoenix. It was only a handful of games and a small sample size against players that will likely be in the G League next season but for now Portland looks smart for their shocking draft day decision selecting the Chinese center.

Also, over the weekend Damian Lillard posted a pic of him signing his new contract with GM Joe Cronin in the shot. Lillard is rehabbing an achilles injury and won’t play this season.

MLB:

The first weekend back after the All-Star Break and the Mariners take the series from Houston, but they couldn’t sweep the ‘Stros. The Mariners fell 11-3 in the series finale…after leading 3 to nothing early. The Mariners trimmed the Astros’ division lead to just four games. Seattle’s next game is tonight at 6:40, as they host the Milwaukee Brewers.

San Francisco stays 3rd place in the NL West and tied with the Reds in the Wild Card race..after losing to the Blue Jays yesterday, 8 to 6. The Giants take on the Atlanta Braves at 4:15.

MLS:

The Portland Timbers are coming off a weekend tie. The Timbers tied Minnesota United FC Saturday at home. The Timbers will travel to Los Angeles on Friday to face LAFC at BMO Stadium.

LOCAL:

The Elks finished up their series with Cowlitz. Now they’re on the road this week staring tomorrow night in Walla Walla.

Bend’s Sam Renner made history at Sunriver Resort by winning the 123rd P-N-G-A Men’s Amateur and successfully defending his title. Renner… who plays for Washington State is the first golfer since 1972 to win back-to-back championships at this event, just six players have since 1899.

SPORTS 7-18-25 

NBA: 

Damian Lillard is returning to Portland. The star guard is signing a three-year contract to come back to the Blazers after leaving them 2 seasons ago in a trade with the Milwaukee Bucks. The franchise’s all-time leading scorer spent his first 11 seasons in Portland. Dame is recovering from an achilles injury and won’t play this upcoming season.   Fan and pundit reaction has been mixed for how the veteran will fit on the young team. 

The Blazers were excited about Dame Time in Las Vegas. Portland is now 3 - 1 in Summer League after a blowout win over Houston. 2nd year guard James Booknight poured in 25 points in just 20 minutes. It was a balanced night from the rest of the team. Next up the Blazers have to wait for tonight’s games to determine who they play in the weekend matchups.

MLB:

San Francisco is in 3rd place in the NL West 6 games behind the Dodgers and a half game in back of the Padres. They start a series in Toronto today. First pitch at 4.

Seattle has the division leading Astros in town. The Ms are 5 games behind Houston. First pitch is 7:10 tonight.

LOCAL:

The Elks return to the regular season tonight with the Cowlitz Blackbears visiting for a weekend series. First pitch from Vince Genna Stadium is 6:35.

The 123rd PNGA Men’s Amateur Championship continues into the weekend at Sunriver Resort.  The rounds of 32 and 16 are today…with quarterfinal and semifinal matches tomorrow. The 36-hole championship match is Sunday. 

NBA: 

Portland is 2 - 1 in Summer League. Rookie center Yang Hansen is the talk of Las Vegas right now. Fans and pundits both like the skills he’s shown so far. Next up: Blazers vs Houston Rockets today at 5.

MLB:

The Trade deadline is the next big marker on the Schedule. Seattle has some farm system prospects that may be on the block as the Ms look to make a playoff run by adding bats to the line up. 

San Francisco already made a big splash earlier in the season dealing for Rafael Devers but the team could still look to add a big bat.

MLS RECAP:

The Sounders and Timbers were both in action on Wednesday. Seattle let a three-goal lead slip away in a 3-3 tie with the Colorado Rapids. Albert Rusnák scored twice and Obed Vargas found the back of the net for the Sounders. Portland lost to Real Salt Lake 1-0 at home. Maxime Crépeau made three saves for the Timbers, but could not complete the clean sheet.

LOCAL:

The Elks have another exhibition against the NW Star Academy Nighthawks. First pitch from Vince Genna Stadium is 6:35

SPORTS 7-16-25 

MLB:

Cal Raleigh will join Team USA for the World Baseball Classic next year. Raleigh joins New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge, named the team captain, Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes and Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. in committing to play for manager Mark DeRosa next spring according to Yahoo Sports. Team USA will begin play next March. Raleigh was the Home Run Derby champion and starting catcher in last night’s All Star game where he went 1 for 2. Former OSU standout Steven Kwan from the Guardians tied the game with an RBI in the 9th that sent the game to the swing-off tie-breaker.

NBA: 

Portland is now 2 - 1 in Summer League after holding off New Orleans last night. Second year-forward Rayan Rupert led the team with 24 points . Rookie center Yang Hansen showed off some range going 3 for 6 from 3-point distance finishing with 15 points. Rookie guard Caleb Love had a good run logging the most playing time with 33 minutes finishing with a double-double of 17 points with 12 rebounds and 5 assists against 1 turnover to boot.

Next up for the young Blazers in Las Vegas is the Houston Rockets tomorrow.

SOCCER:
The Timbers are gearing up for a home game tonight. Portland will battle Real Salt Lake in the Rose City. The Timbers tied RSL 0-0 when the teams met in May.

LOCAL:

The Elks exhibition against the NW Star Academy went well for the home team serving up a 15 - 5 win over the Nighthawks.  Tonight is the All Star game in Bellingham.

SPORTS 7-15-25 

MLB:

Draft day 2 yesterday,

Five Oregon Ducks have now been drafted: Anson Aroz, Jacob Walsh, Jason Reitz, Grayson Grinsell, and Mason Neville.

Meanwhile, Oregon State had five more Beavers get their names called: Canon Reeder, Wilson Weber, Kellan Oakes,Nelson Keljo, Gavin Turley, 

Also, Summit High School pitcher Slater de Brun was picked by the Baltimore Orioles as the 37th overall pick.

Cal Raleigh won the Home Run Derby last night with 54 blasts across the 3 rounds, becoming the second Mariner along with Ken Griffey Jr to win the event.

NBA: 

Portland is 1 - 1 in Summer League. Rookie center Yang Hansen, now being called the “Chinese Jokic,” for his comparison to Denver Center Nikola Jokic is building fan excitement with his impressive skills and versatile playmaking, tallying a double-double in both games this past weekend. Tonight, the Trail Blazers tip off against the New Orleans Pelicans at 7 from Las Vegas. 

MLS Recap

The Sounders and Timbers both have midweek home games. Seattle will take on the Rapids, while the Timbers battle Real Salt Lake. The Sounders played Colorado to a 1-1 draw on the road in April. The Timbers and RSL played to a scoreless tie in Utah in May.

LOCAL:

It's the West Coast League All Star break. The Elks play a couple of exhibition games at Vince Genna tonight and Thursday wrapped around tomorrow’s All-Star game, where four Elks will participate. They play the Northwest All Stars tonight starting at 6:35.

American Legion Baseball regular season finishes this week. 2nd place Redmond is fighting for a playoff spot

SPORTS 7-14-25 

MLB:

Yesterday’s MLB Draft with the 7th pick Miami selected 

Oregon State shortstop Aiva Arquette.

With the 3rd overall pick Seattle selected Kade Anderson from Louisiana State University. The left-hander was named Baseball America’s College Pitcher of the Year.

At number 13 in the draft, the Giants chose Tennessee second baseman Gavin Kilen.

The Mariners ride into the All Star Break on a hot streak after sweeping the Detroit Tigers. They’re in 2nd place five games behind the Astros. Cal Raleigh heads into tonight’s home run derby leading the majors with 38. 

San Francisco goes into the break six games behind the Dodgers in 3rd place after losing in 11 innings yesterday. 

NBA: 

Portland is 1 - 1 after opening up Summer League play this weekend. Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen shined in his debut Friday against the Golden State Warriors. Fans were excited about the surprise draft pick’s passing, scoring, and shot-blocking skills. The Blazers dropped Saturday’s game to Memphis despite a solid performance from rookie Caleb Love. He scored 18 points in both outings.

Portland will continue its Sin City slate Tuesday against the Pelicans.

LOCAL:

The Elks won their series at Yakima Valley over the weekend. Now it's the West Coast League All Star break. They’ll play a couple of exhibition games at Vince Genna this week wrapped around Wednesday’s All-Star game.

SPORTS 7-11-25 

MLB:

Last night, the Mariners suffered a heartbreaking 6-5 loss in 10 innings to the New York Yankees, completing a sweep in the Bronx. Seattle pitcher Bryan Woo was dominant, carrying a no-hitter into the eighth inning before the Yankees offense finally broke through. Seattle held a 5-1 lead in the eighth, but New York rallied, tying the game in the ninth off All-Star closer Andrés Muñoz. The Yankees then walked it off in the tenth.

The Mariners now stand at 48 wins and 45 losses, 7 games behind the division-leading Houston Astros in the AL West. Their next game is tonight, Friday, July 11th, at 4:10 PM PDT, as they open a series against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park.

San Francisco looks to eat into that 5 game lead the Dodgers have starting tonight in Oracle. Park Logan Webb on the mound for the Giants, facing off against Dustin May for the Dodgers. First Pitch is 7:15.

BLAZERS:

The Trail Blazers will play their first game of the summer tonight. Portland will open its Las Vegas Summer League schedule against the Warriors. Number 16 overall pick Yang Hansen will play his first games for the Blazers alongside Sidy Cissoko and Rayan Rupert.

The Trail Blazers added to their coaching staff. Portland hired two-time NBA champion forward James Posey to Chauncey Billups' staff. Posey spent last season on staff with the Phoenix Suns.

LOCAL:

The Elks were shut out 3 -0 by the Marion Berries last night at Vince Genna stadium, denying Bend the sweep. Earlier 4 Elks were named to the West Coast League All Start game including John-Paul Sauer, Easton Amundson, Erik Puodziunas, and Makoa Sniffen. The Elks are back on the road in Yakima Valley tonight.

The Crooked River RoundUp Horse Races continue tonight in Prineville.

First post is at 7:15 at the Crook County Fairgrounds.

Mt Bachelor has Mtn Bike Racing today starting at 3:30pm – 7:15pm

Tomorrow is the Play Forever Mountain Cleanup.

SPORTS 7-10-25 

MLB:

Yesterday, Seattle dropped another one going down 9-6 at Yankee Stadium. J.P. Crawford and Jorge Polanco both hit solo home runs, and Randy Arozarena had a two-run jack for the M. Logan Evans took the loss.

The Mariners are 48 and 44, second in the AL West, 6.5 games back. They finish their series against the Yankees today, first pitch at 4:05. 

The Giants were blown out of Oracle Park yesterday by the Phillies 13-0. The Giants now stand at 51 wins and 43 losses, holding second in the NL West, five games behind the Dodgers. Next up, the Giants can make up some ground against Los Angeles starting tomorrow.

NBA:

The Trail Blazers are likely to have a tough time in the NBA Cup this year. The Association announced it’s group match-ups for the in-season tournament. The teams joining Portland in that group include the Houston Rockets, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, and San Antonio Spurs. All of them are likely playoff contenders. Group stage play begins October 31st.

OSU WBB

The Oregon State women's basketball team completed its roster. The Beavers announced the signing of Spanish forward Lara Alonso-Basurto, giving them 15 players for the upcoming season. Alonso-Basurto played for CB Alcobendas and Distrito Olímpico in Spain last season. In other news, the team will play in the Paradise Jam in the Virgin Islands this season.

LOCAL:

The Elks jumped out to an early lead again last night and piled on the runs winning 11- 2 over the Marion Berries last night at Vince Genna stadium.

The Crooked River Round Up Horse Races continue tonight in Prineville.

First post is at 7:15 at the Crook County Fairgrounds.

SPORTS 7-9-25 

MLB:

The Mariners lost to the Yankees 10-3 last night at Yankee Stadium, but Cal Raleigh hit a two-run home run, his 36th of the season. The two-run blast moved the Big Dumper ahead of Ken Griffey Jr for the franchise record for most homers before the All-Star break. Raleigh's 36 home runs also lead all of Major League Baseball, two ahead of Aaron Judge…who the New York Post called the other slugger in the series’ matchup.

Seattle continues the series in New York starting at 4:05 our time.

The Giants pulled out a 4-3 comeback victory over the Phillies last night at Oracle Park. The winning run came in the bottom of the ninth on a walk-off, three-run inside-the-park home run by Patrick Bailey. That gets the 50th win of the season against 42 losses, staying 2nd in the NL West. San Francisco continues their series against Philadelphia tonight with a 6:45 start time.

OREGON FOOTBALL:

The Oregon football team added to its 2026 recruiting class. Four-star athlete Jalen Lott committed to the Ducks. The Frisco, Texas native chose Oregon over offers from Texas and USC, among others.

MLS:

The Timbers have an away game this weekend. Portland will battle St. Louis CITY SC on Sunday. The Timbers beat St. Louis 2-1 at home last month.

LOCAL:

The Elks beat the Marion Berries 15 - 9 last night at Vince Genna stadium. The Elks run barrage also included an inside the park home run.

The Crooked River Round Up Horse Races starts tonight in Prineville.

First post is at 7:15 at the Crook County Fairgrounds.

SPORTS 7-8-25 

MLB:

San Francisco beat the Phillies 3-1 last night. The Giants scored first in the second. The Phillies tied it in the fifth. But the Giants scored two more in the eighth. Casey Schmitt got a key hit. The bullpen held strong. Tyler Rogers got the win. Camilo Doval sealed the game, his 14th save. The win gets them to 50 and 42, six games back in their division. The Giants play the Phillies again tonight. Game starts at 6:45

The Mariners are on a crucial road trip, starting in New York for a three-game series against the Yankees. Seattle comes in at 48 and 42, second in the AL West, 6.5 games behind the division leader. Logan Gilbert takes the mound against the Yankees who are in second place in the East. Game one First pitch is 4:05 our time.

BLAZERS:

The Portland Trail Blazers are trading guard Anfernee Simons for two-time All-Star guard Jrue Holiday from the Boston Celtics. Holiday has been selected six times for the NBA All-Defensive Team. He was a key player in the Celtics 2024 NBA Championship. Simons has played seven seasons in Portland and averages 15 points a game. Holiday will wear number five for Portland.

MLS:

The Sounders and Timbers both have games this weekend. Seattle will travel to play Sporting Kansas City on Saturday. Portland takes on St. Louis CITY SC Sunday in the Gateway City.

LOCAL:

Tonight is the first ever home game against the expansion Marion Berries. First pitch from Vince Genna stadium is 6:35

The Crooked River RoundUp Horse Races start tomorrow in Prineville.

SPORTS 7-7-25 

MLB:

Cal Raleigh is joined by three other Mariners on the American League All Star team. Pitchers Bryan Woo, Andres Munoz and outfielder Julio Rodriguez will also be traveling to Atlanta for the July 15th Midsummer Classic With four Seattle is tied for the most in the AL.

George Kirby won the Pitcher’s duel with the Pirates Paul Skenes yesterday. A Randy Orazerena solo home run was the difference in the Ms 1 - 0 shutout.

The Mariners are on the road to start a series with the Yankees tomorrow.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

The Oregon football team added to its 2026 recruiting class. The Ducks received commitments from five-star offensive tackle Immanuel Iheanacho and four-star safety Devin Jackson on Thursday. Oregon now has 14 commitments to its 2026 class, which is ranked 10th in the nation by 247Sports.

LOCAL:

The Elks are in the second half of their season now after returning from the Corvallis series. Tomorrow its the first ever game against the expansion Marion Berries.

Jeremiah Robbins, renowned for leading Lewis-Clark State to three consecutive NAIA baseball titles and two national runner-up finishes, is set to return as head coach in 2026. Robbins previously guided LC State from 2013 to 2018, achieving a remarkable 270-71 record. His career also includes seven straight Division II GNAC championships at Western Oregon and reviving Umpqua Community College's baseball program after a 25-year hiatus. Robbins most recently served as athletic director at Douglas High School before stepping down last week.

The Crooked River Round-Up Horse Races start Wednesday in Prineville.

From the KBND Sports desk I’m Mike Thomas. 

SPORTS 7-3-25 

MLB:

Cal Raleigh is the starting American League All Star catcher.

Last night, the Mariners beat Kansas City 3-2 at T-Mobile Park. Randy Arozarena hit a solo home run in the sixth inning and later added a run with a sacrifice fly. Julio Rodriguez knocked in an RBI single in the seventh for the lead. Logan Gilbert recorded seven strikeouts in the win, and Andrés Muñoz secured his 19th save. The Mariners hold second place in the AL West. The next game in the series starts tonight against the Royals tonight at 7:10

The San Francisco Giants ended their four-game skid with a 6-5 victory in extra innings over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Patrick Bailey’s sacrifice fly brought Jung Hoo Lee home for the winning run in the 10th inning. Mike Yastrzemski kicked things off early with a solo homer, while Lee added a key RBI triple. Despite surrendering a game-tying home run in the ninth, Camilo Doval picked up the win. The Giants now stand third in the NL West with a 46-41 record, just one game out of the wild card. They face Arizona again at 6:40 PM.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL:

The Oregon football team added to its 2026 recruiting class. Four-star offensive lineman Tommy Tofi announced his pledge to the Ducks on Wednesday. The San Francisco native chose Oregon over offers from Cal and Utah, among others.

MLS:

The Timbers and Sounders will both play home games this weekend. Portland will take on the New England Revolution on Saturday. The Timbers are unbeaten in their last nine home games. Then on Sunday, Seattle will battle the Columbus Crew. This is the last of five straight home games for the Sounders, which includes the FIFA Club World Cup

LOCAL:

The Elks pounded the Sweets 14 - 4 last night to get the series with a win. Game two against Walla Walla is tonight. ( First pitch from Vince Genna is 6:05) Then Fireworks from the stadium after the game.

The 29th Todd Beamer Memorial 10K 5K and 2 mile continues its 4th of July tradition tomorrow.

Bend’s SURFEST is September 13th and 14th at Mckay Park benefiting The Central Oregon Surf Team Association (COSTA) and Bend Paddle Trail Alliance. The river surfing event will feature some of the best Surfers in the Northwest competing for over $10,000 in cash and prizes. Proceeds from SURFEST will fund scholarship programs for surf team youth groups’ competitions. 

SPORTS 7-2-25 

MLB:

In Phoenix, the Giants took an early lead with a Willy Adames homer, but the Diamondbacks bats exploded for four home runs, taking down San Francisco 8-2. They have now lost seven of their last eight sliding to 45-40, sitting 8 games back in the NL West. The 4 game series continues tonight against the Diamondbacks, starting at 6:40 PM.

It was a tough night for the Mariners, as they fell to Kansas City 6-3. Despite a Randy Arozarena homer, defensive miscues and stranded runners cost the M's. Cal Raleigh struggled, striking out four times. The Mariners dropped 44-41, second in the AL West, 7 games behind the Astros. They'll look to bounce back tomorrow against the Royals at 6:40

COLLEGE BASKETBALL:

The Oregon and Gonzaga men's basketball teams have their opponents for the Players Era Festival. The Ducks will play Auburn and San Diego State, while the Bulldogs will battle Alabama and Maryland. The teams will then play a third game determined by the results of the first two days of tournament play. The event will take place Thanksgiving week in Las Vegas with $1 million going to the winning team.

MLS:

The Timbers are improving their facilities. The club announced that it has purchased land around its current training facility with the aim of expanding it by next year. Among the upgrades will be a second grass field, a viewing deck to watch outdoor practices and an indoor practice surface.

LOCAL:

The Elks held off the Sweets 11 - 9 last night to start the series with a win. Game two against Walla Walla is tonight. (First pitch from Vince Genna is 6:35)