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Fritz’s Breakthrough, Andreessen’s Dream Come True, and Big Moves in Sports

Taylor Fritz upends No. 4 Zverev, reaching his first US Open semi. Local and Bills fan Joe Andreessen makes the 53-man roster. New Jersey offers $400M in tax breaks to lure the 76ers. Plus, Oilers' Draisaitl lands an 8-year, $112M extension.Sources:https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/41112098/taylor-fritz-defeats-alexander-zverev-4-sets-reach-2024-us-open-semifinalshttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/41100244/buffalo-bills-fan-joe-andreessen-makes-53-man-rosterhttps://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/41113497/new-jersey-floats-400-million-tax-breaks-lure-76ershttps://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/41107948/leon-draisaitl-lands-8-year-112m-extension-oilersOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Fritz upends No. 4 Zverev, into 1st US Open semi(00:03:14) 'Buffalo Joe': Local and Bills fan Joe Andreessen makes 53-man roster(00:05:16) N.J. floats $400M in tax breaks to lure 76ers(00:08:12) Oilers' Draisaitl lands 8-year, $112M extension

Underdogs Rise in Sports: Lions’ Super Bowl Win, Swiatek’s Flawless Run, and New Captains in NFL and German Football

ESPN predicts a Super Bowl win for the Detroit Lions in a surprising turn of events. Iga Swiatek continues her flawless run at the US Open. Russell Wilson is named a Steelers captain, showcasing his leadership. Joshua Kimmich steps up as the new captain of Germany's national football team. Tune in for these exciting developments in the world of sports.Sources:https://www.mlive.com/lions/2024/09/espn-simulator-predicts-detroit-lions-to-win-super-bowl-lix-in-dramatic-fashion.htmlhttps://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/41101079/iga-swiatek-perfect-heading-us-open-quarterfinalshttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/41097821/russell-wilson-named-one-four-steelers-captainshttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/41096291/joshua-kimmich-appointed-germany-captain-euro-2024Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) ESPN simulator predicts Detroit Lions to win Super Bowl LIX in dramatic fashion(00:03:51) Swiatek heads into US Open quarters still perfect(00:06:18) 'Strong leader' Wilson named a Steelers captain(00:09:48) Kimmich made Germany captain after retirements

Rookies Revolutionize WNBA, White Sox’s Historic Loss, Scheffler’s Golf Triumph, and Steelers’ Surprising Ranking

Rookies Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are setting records and eyeing the playoffs in the WNBA. The Chicago White Sox set a franchise record with their 107th loss. Scottie Scheffler wins the FedEx Cup and $25M, marking an extraordinary year in golf. ESPN ranks the Pittsburgh Steelers 20th in power rankings ahead of the season opener, sparking controversy.Sources:https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/41087866/caitlin-clark-points-angel-reese-rebounds-set-wnba-rookie-milestones-same-afternoonhttps://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/41088788/white-sox-fall-mets-set-franchise-record-107th-losshttps://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/41086661/scottie-scheffler-wins-pga-tour-fedex-cup-title-25m-paydayhttps://steelersdepot.com/2024/09/espns-mike-clay-ranks-steelers-20th-in-power-rankings-ahead-of-season-opener/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese are filling up box scores, setting records and eyeing the playoffs(00:03:02) White Sox set franchise record with 107th loss(00:05:13) Green machine: Scheffler wins FedEx Cup, $25M(00:07:29) ESPN’s Mike Clay Ranks Steelers 20th In Power Rankings Ahead Of Season Opener

Sports Roundup: Pearsall Shooting, Scheffler’s Lead, Warren’s Triumph, and Haaland’s Record

49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall shot in robbery attempt, raising concerns about public safety. Scottie Scheffler is one round away from securing the $25 million FedEx Cup prize. Former walk-on player Davis Warren wins Michigan QB battle, demonstrating resilience and determination. Erling Haaland sets a new Premier League record with a second consecutive hat trick, showcasing his exceptional talent.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/41075430/49ers-ricky-pearsall-shot-robbery-attempt-suspect-arrestedhttps://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/41074791/scottie-scheffler-5-entering-final-round-tour-championshiphttps://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/41074439/michigan-taps-davis-warren-starting-qb-fresno-statehttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/41072312/erling-haaland-man-city-hat-trick-premier-league-recordOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) 49ers rookie Pearsall shot in robbery attempt(00:03:20) Scheffler pads lead, 18 holes away from $25M(00:06:28) Former walk-on Warren wins Michigan QB battle(00:08:43) 'Unstoppable' Haaland sets PL record with hat trick

Man Utd’s Big Signing, Tiafoe’s Triumph, and Transfer Deadline Day

Manchester United signs Ugarte from PSG for a potential $66M, marking a significant move in the transfer market. Frances Tiafoe outduels Ben Shelton in an all-American thriller at the US Open. Plus, live updates on Transfer Deadline Day. Also, UNC's quarterback Max Johnson is out for the year with a broken leg.Sources:https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40595561/man-united-manuel-ugarte-transfer-psghttps://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/41059540/ben-shelton-frances-tiafoe-taylor-fritz-third-round-matches-highlight-us-open-day-5https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/41004275/transfer-deadline-day-summer-2024-live-blog-news-gossip-updateshttps://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/41058570/unc-max-johnson-undergoes-season-ending-leg-surgeryOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Man Utd sign Ugarte from PSG for potential $66M(00:03:10) Tiafoe outduels Shelton in all-American thriller(00:07:23) LIVE Transfer Deadline Day: News, gossip and updates(00:08:57) UNC QB Johnson done for year with broken leg

Ronaldo’s UCL Return, NHL’s Exciting Lineup, Curry’s Extension, and CFP Betting Favorites

Cristiano Ronaldo hints at a possible return to the Champions League. The U.S. national TV broadcast schedule for the 2024-25 NHL season is released. Stephen Curry signs a one-year extension with the Golden State Warriors. Georgia and Ohio State open as betting favorites for the College Football Playoff.Sources:https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/41041672/cristiano-ronaldo-rule-return-champions-leaguehttps://www.nhl.com/news/usa-national-tv-broadcast-schedule-released-for-2024-25-nhl-seasonhttps://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/41041958/warriors-stephen-curry-agree-1-year-626m-extensionhttps://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/41043079/georgia-ohio-state-open-cfp-betting-favoritesOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Cristiano Ronaldo doesn't rule out return to UCL(00:03:05) U.S. national TV broadcast schedule released for 2024-25 NHL season(00:06:19) Warriors, Curry reach 1-year, $62.6M extension(00:09:35) Georgia, Ohio St. open as CFP betting favorites

Ronaldo’s 1,000 Goals Quest, Carabao Cup Thrills, and Transfer Talk

Cristiano Ronaldo sets his sights on 1,000 career goals. Defending champions Liverpool kick off their Carabao Cup campaign against West Ham United. Plus, an unexpected development in Cincinnati Bengals' camp raises questions about Ja'Marr Chase's readiness for the season opener. Also, stay tuned for our 'Transfer Talk' segment for all the latest updates on player transfers.Sources:https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/41029950/cristiano-ronaldo-score-1000-goals-all-video-pelehttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/41032517/carabao-cup-round-3-draw-liverpool-west-ham-man-united-barnsleyhttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/41031399/bengals-zac-taylor-spoke-too-soon-jamarr-chase-statushttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/41032869/transfer-talk-barcelona-chase-tah-deal-deadlineOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Ronaldo: I want to get 1,000 goals, all 'on video'(00:03:14) Holders Liverpool to host West Ham in Carabao Cup(00:05:49) Bengals coach: Spoke too soon on Chase's status(00:09:00) Transfer Talk: Barcelona chase Tah deal before deadline

Belichick’s New ESPN Role, ESPN’s Massive Tennis Deal, and NFL Surprises

Bill Belichick signs a deal with ESPN, marking a significant shift in his career. ESPN secures a 12-year deal with the US Open, betting on the future of tennis. Surprising developments in the NFL as the Steelers choose Wilson over Fields as their starting QB. Plus, Northwestern University targets Villanova's AD Jackson for a potential game-changing appointment.Sources:https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/bill-belichick-espn-manningcast-pat-mcafee-1235986149/https://sports.yahoo.com/espn-re-ups-us-open-rights-with-reported-12-year-2-billion-deal-233023250.htmlhttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/41029442/steelers-go-russell-wilson-justin-fields-starting-qbhttps://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/41032836/northwestern-targeting-villanova-jackson-next-adOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Bill Belichick Gets Expansive ESPN Role Ahead of Next NFL Season(00:02:11) ESPN re-ups US Open rights with reported 12-year, $2 billion deal(00:04:35) Steelers go with Wilson over Fields as starting QB(00:07:03) Sources: N'western targets Villanova AD Jackson

Hernández’s Heroics, Rapinoe’s Retirement, and High-Stakes Baseball

Columbus Crew's star player, Cucho Hernández, leads his team to a dramatic victory in the Leagues Cup final. Seattle Reign celebrates the retirement of Megan Rapinoe's No. 15 jersey with a thrilling victory. ESPN updates its Sunday Night Baseball schedule, featuring the first-place Houston Astros hosting the Arizona Diamondbacks. Plus, Real Madrid's new signing, Kylian Mbappé, makes his home debut at the Santiago Bernabeu.Sources:https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40995909/cucho-hernandez-heroics-lift-columbus-crew-leagues-cup-title-lafchttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40997180/seattle-reign-retire-megan-rapinoe-jersey-beat-north-carolina-courage-1-0-stoppagehttps://espnpressroom.com/us/press-releases/2024/08/espn-sunday-night-baseball-schedule-update-first-place-houston-astros-to-host-arizona-diamondbacks-on-september-8-as-mlb-postseason-chase-heats-up/https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40990901/as-kylian-mbappe-waits-real-madrid-goal-endrick-makes-look-easyOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Hernández heroics lift Crew to Leagues Cup title(00:04:09) Seattle Reign retire star Rapinoe's No. 15 jersey(00:06:33) ESPN Sunday Night Baseball Schedule Update: First Place Houston Astros to Host Arizona Diamondbacks on September 8 as MLB Postseason Chase Heats Up(00:09:25) Madrid's Endrick gets dream Bernabeu goal, whereas Mbappé waits for his

Moore’s Jersey Retirement, Miami’s Playoff Spot, and More Sports Updates

Maya Moore's No. 23 jersey retired in an emotional ceremony. Inter Miami clinches a playoff spot with a Suarez double. Florida wins the U.S. title and faces Taiwan in the LLWS final. Plus, a broken finger sidelines Cardinals' Contreras. Tune in for these exciting sports stories and more.Sources:https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/40983965/maya-moore-want-night-end-lynx-retire-no-23-jerseyhttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40982179/inter-miami-clinch-mls-playoffs-luis-suarez-goals-cincinnatihttps://www.espn.com/espn/story/_/id/40981111/florida-beats-texas-us-title-faces-taiwan-llws-finalhttps://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40983802/st-louis-cardinals-catcher-willson-contreras-headed-ilOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Lynx retire Moore's No. 23 in emotional ceremony(00:03:07) Inter Miami clinch playoff spot with Suárez double(00:06:27) Florida wins U.S. title, faces Taiwan in LLWS final(00:09:13) Broken finger will sideline Cardinals' Contreras