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Jordan Lawlar Breaks Out as Diamondbacks Crush Reds 9-0 in Wild Card Chase
Jordan Lawlar delivered the biggest offensive performance of his young MLB career, Eduardo Rodriguez continued his outstanding season, and the Arizona Diamondbacks overwhelmed the Cincinnati Reds 9-0 Friday night at Chase Field. Arizona piled up 15 hits, stole four bases in the first two innings and received 3 1/3 hitless innings from the bullpen to improve to 68-61 and remain one game behind the San Diego Padres for the final National League Wild Card position.
Diamondbacks Escape Fenway With 7-6 Extra-Inning Win, Avoid Red Sox Sweep
The Arizona Diamondbacks avoided a sweep at Fenway Park with a dramatic 7-6, 10-inning victory over the Boston Red Sox. Nolan Arenado's broken-bat RBI single helped Arizona take the lead in extras after Gabriel Moreno and Lars Nootbaar delivered key hits earlier in the game. Boston still captured the three-game series 2-1 and outscored Arizona 26-12, but the Diamondbacks salvaged an important victory before returning home.
Diamondbacks’ Nightmare Night at Fenway Goes Far Beyond 11-1 Loss
The Arizona Diamondbacks suffered an ugly 11-1 loss to the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on August 17, 2026, as Boston collected 16 hits and scored in six consecutive innings. Arizona managed only four hits while Mitch Bratt and Zack Littell struggled on the mound. However, the biggest story was the unexpected absence of Ketel Marte, who was placed on the restricted list because of a personal matter. Combined with Nolan Arenado's injury concerns, Marte's uncertain status creates another major challenge for Arizona as the Diamondbacks attempt to remain in the postseason race.
Diana Taurasi’s No. 3 Rises as Mercury Fall to Portland
The Phoenix Mercury fell 88-85 to the Portland Fire on August 16, 2026, but the final score became only part of the story at Mortgage Matchup Center. Phoenix celebrated franchise icon Diana Taurasi by retiring her legendary No. 3 and inducting her into the Mercury Ring of Honor. From 10,646 career points and three WNBA championships to six Olympic gold medals, Taurasi’s historic career was honored in front of a sellout Phoenix crowd on a night that connected the Mercury’s past, present and future.
Matt Olson’s Three-Run Homer Sinks Diamondbacks in Atlanta Finale
The Arizona Diamondbacks came within three innings of completing a road sweep of the Atlanta Braves before Matt Olson changed the game with one swing. Olson’s three-run home run in the seventh inning broke a 2-2 tie and helped Atlanta defeat Arizona 5-3 Sunday at Truist Park. Despite the loss, the Diamondbacks leave Atlanta with a series victory and some encouraging signs as they head to Fenway Park for a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox.
Joey Logano Wins at Richmond, Ignites 2026 NASCAR Chase Run
Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte launched first-inning home runs to give Arizona an early lead, but the Diamondbacks couldn't add on as Colorado rallied for a 3-2 victory Tuesday night at Chase Field. Kyle Karros tied the game with a two-run homer in the sixth before Mickey Moniak's sacrifice fly gave Colorado the lead in the seventh. The loss evened the three-game series at one game apiece and sends the Diamondbacks into Wednesday afternoon's rubber match looking to bounce back.
Kaden Honeycutt Dominates Richmond, Shakes Up NASCAR Truck Series Chase
Kaden Honeycutt delivered one of the most dominant NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series performances of the 2026 season, leading 225 of 250 laps and sweeping both stages to win the Black's Tire 250 at Richmond Raceway. Corey Heim completed a TRICON Garage 1-2 finish, Shane van Gisbergen finished fourth after starting from the pole, and Stewart Friesen's late crash dramatically changed the battle for the final position in The Chase.
The Sports Media X Podcast
🎙️ Sports Media X Podcast - August 19th, 2026
Love Hurts! Cardinals Injuries, NFL South & NASCAR at The Magic Mile
Love hurts in Arizona—and unfortunately, Jeremiyah Love isn't the only Cardinals rookie dealing with an injury.
On this week's Sports Media X Podcast, JD and Lady M break down Love's high-ankle sprain, the season-ending injury to Chase Bisontis and what the Cardinals need to accomplish in their final preseason preparations.
Then it's time for the Arizona Sports Desk. We check in on the Diamondbacks after their road trip through Atlanta and Boston, the latest from the Phoenix Mercury and what we're watching as Arizona State football gets closer to kickoff.
🏈 NFL DIVISION PREVIEWS: We're heading South! JD and Lady M break down all eight teams in the AFC South and NFC South, including offseason moves, offensive and defensive rankings, players to watch, fantasy targets and our projected division finishes.
🏈 FANTASY FOOTBALL & NFL DFS: Don't draft last week's information! We explain how preseason injuries, changing depth charts and roster battles should affect your fantasy draft—and why preseason DFS is all about snaps, opportunity and information rather than star power.
🏁 NASCAR AT NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Craftsman Truck Series determines its Chase field at the Magic Mile, while the Cup Series has only two races remaining before The Chase. We break down the bubble, Christopher Bell's incredible New Hampshire history, Denny Hamlin's dominant season, Team Penske's surge, sleepers, early predictions and DFS strategy.
😂 Plus, Headlines & Horrible Dad Jokes, featuring NFL international expansion, the Buss family's Lakers ownership battle, the Big Ten vs. SEC debate and the continued growth of the WNBA.
🃏 And we finish the show with PACK WARS! JD and Lady M blindly select 15 cards each from the 2025 Donruss Football set. Who gets the better pulls and takes this week's victory?
Sports Media X — Where Sports Fans Think Like Sports Media.
Latest From Coach Jeff Demers
🔥 What's Inside?
Every edition of Execute Weekly is built to help you stop consuming information and start making progress. Inside each issue, you'll receive one practical business lesson, a step-by-step action plan you can implement immediately, a mindset shift to help you overcome common entrepreneurial roadblocks, recommended tools and resources to save you time, and a weekly execution challenge designed to create real momentum in your business. Whether you're launching your first business or growing an existing one, Execute Weekly delivers focused, actionable strategies that help you make better decisions, execute with confidence, and move your business forward—one week at a time.
🔥 Create an Offer People Actually Want to Buy
The Offer Clarity Sprint is a fast, focused process designed to help you validate your idea before you build, launch, or waste time and money. In a short sprint, you’ll identify who your offer is really for, what problem they actually want solved, and whether people would pay for it—so you can move forward with confidence or pivot early. It’s built for entrepreneurs who have ideas but want clarity, not guesswork.
Success Leaves Receipts: Why Every Entrepreneur Should Track Their Wins
Most entrepreneurs underestimate how much progress they're making because they spend more time focusing on what's left to accomplish than what they've already achieved. In this article, you'll learn why keeping a simple Wins Journal can transform your mindset, build lasting confidence, and reveal the momentum that's already driving your business forward. Discover how documenting customers, content, sales activity, new skills, systems, and lessons learned creates the evidence needed to make smarter decisions and stay motivated for the long haul. Remember: success leaves receipts—start saving yours today.
The 1% Improvement That Could Change Your Business Forever
Most entrepreneurs chase breakthroughs, but lasting business success comes from consistently improving the fundamentals. By making just a 1% improvement each day—whether it's refining your website, optimizing your emails, strengthening your offer, improving your content, or developing better habits—you create a compounding effect that leads to extraordinary long-term growth. Instead of waiting for the perfect strategy, focus on making one meaningful improvement today and repeat the process tomorrow.
Busy People Finish Tasks. Successful Entrepreneurs Create Results.
Most entrepreneurs mistake being busy for being productive. This article explains why focusing on outcomes instead of endless task lists leads to real business growth. Learn the four-part Outcome Framework—Revenue, Visibility, Relationships, and Improvement—and discover how asking one powerful question every morning can transform your productivity and accelerate your business.
The Sunday Reset That Sets Entrepreneurs Up for Success
Many beginner entrepreneurs believe they need thousands of followers before they can build a successful business, but the opposite is often true. This article explains why your first ten paying customers are more valuable than ten thousand passive followers, how customers provide the feedback and validation needed to improve your offer, and why building trust and solving real problems will always outperform chasing vanity metrics. Learn practical strategies for finding your first customers and discover why sustainable businesses are built one relationship at a time.
Why Finishing What You Start Is a Superpower in Business
Most entrepreneurs don't struggle because they lack ideas—they struggle because they have too many unfinished ones. Learn how completing projects builds confidence, creates momentum, generates revenue, and helps your business grow faster with the Finish First Framework.
The Coach Jeff Demers Podcast
Episode 13: The Hard Truth: Some People Cannot Go Where You're Going
The people you spend the most time with will either help you grow or quietly keep you stuck.
In this Motivational Monday episode of The Coach Jeff Demers Podcast, we dive into one of the toughest lessons every entrepreneur eventually learns: not everyone is meant to go where you're going.
If you've ever felt like the people around you don't understand your goals, discourage your dreams, or constantly fill your mind with doubt, this episode will help you protect your mindset while building an environment that supports your future.
Success isn't just about hard work. It's also about who has access to your mind.
Jeff Demers
Sports Director - Journalist - Business Coach
Sports Media X
The Mission
At Sports Media X, our mission is to empower entrepreneur-minded sports fans—and creators from any industry—to build thriving brands and businesses. We’re more than an entertainment platform; we’re an educational resource that blends sports media, marketing, and entrepreneurship to help people turn passion into real opportunity.
As a former U.S. Army Sergeant, I know the value of discipline, teamwork, and resilience. We proudly support active-duty military, veterans, and their families by providing tools, training, and a community designed to help them transition their strengths into new ventures.
Sports Media X is a movement built on connection, education, and growth. Through expert resources and a supportive community, we help entrepreneurs, creators, and veterans find their voice, expand their influence, and shape the future of sports media and beyond.
Your passion. Your platform. Your future. Welcome to Sports Media X.
“How to Turn Your Passion for Sports into a Thriving Media Brand—Without Experience, Education, or Industry Connections!”
- SECRET #1: “The Proven System for Building a Thriving Sports Media Brand—Even Without Industry Experience (and How I Used It to Get Over 100 Media Credentials).”
- SECRET #2: “How to Build a Successful Sports Media Brand—Even If You Don’t Have a Professional Background (Just Your Passion and Knowledge).”
- SECRET #3: “How to Get Behind-the-Scenes Access to Major Sports Events—By Building Credibility with Content (No Industry Connections Needed).”
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Sports Media X
Jordan Lawlar Breaks Out as Diamondbacks Crush Reds 9-0 in Wild Card Chase
Jordan Lawlar delivered the biggest offensive performance of his young MLB career, Eduardo Rodriguez continued his outstanding season, and the Arizona Diamondbacks overwhelmed the Cincinnati Reds 9-0 Friday night at Chase Field. Arizona piled up 15 hits, stole four bases in the first two innings and received 3 1/3 hitless innings from the bullpen to improve to 68-61 and remain one game behind the San Diego Padres for the final National League Wild Card position.
Diamondbacks Escape Fenway With 7-6 Extra-Inning Win, Avoid Red Sox Sweep
The Arizona Diamondbacks avoided a sweep at Fenway Park with a dramatic 7-6, 10-inning victory over the Boston Red Sox. Nolan Arenado's broken-bat RBI single helped Arizona take the lead in extras after Gabriel Moreno and Lars Nootbaar delivered key hits earlier in the game. Boston still captured the three-game series 2-1 and outscored Arizona 26-12, but the Diamondbacks salvaged an important victory before returning home.
Diamondbacks’ Nightmare Night at Fenway Goes Far Beyond 11-1 Loss
The Arizona Diamondbacks suffered an ugly 11-1 loss to the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park on August 17, 2026, as Boston collected 16 hits and scored in six consecutive innings. Arizona managed only four hits while Mitch Bratt and Zack Littell struggled on the mound. However, the biggest story was the unexpected absence of Ketel Marte, who was placed on the restricted list because of a personal matter. Combined with Nolan Arenado's injury concerns, Marte's uncertain status creates another major challenge for Arizona as the Diamondbacks attempt to remain in the postseason race.
Diana Taurasi’s No. 3 Rises as Mercury Fall to Portland
The Phoenix Mercury fell 88-85 to the Portland Fire on August 16, 2026, but the final score became only part of the story at Mortgage Matchup Center. Phoenix celebrated franchise icon Diana Taurasi by retiring her legendary No. 3 and inducting her into the Mercury Ring of Honor. From 10,646 career points and three WNBA championships to six Olympic gold medals, Taurasi’s historic career was honored in front of a sellout Phoenix crowd on a night that connected the Mercury’s past, present and future.
Matt Olson’s Three-Run Homer Sinks Diamondbacks in Atlanta Finale
The Arizona Diamondbacks came within three innings of completing a road sweep of the Atlanta Braves before Matt Olson changed the game with one swing. Olson’s three-run home run in the seventh inning broke a 2-2 tie and helped Atlanta defeat Arizona 5-3 Sunday at Truist Park. Despite the loss, the Diamondbacks leave Atlanta with a series victory and some encouraging signs as they head to Fenway Park for a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox.
Joey Logano Wins at Richmond, Ignites 2026 NASCAR Chase Run
Joey Logano captured the 2026 Cook Out 400 at Richmond Raceway, holding off Chase Briscoe by 0.392 seconds for his second NASCAR Cup Series victory in four races. A bold late-race tire strategy from crew chief Paul Wolfe helped Logano charge back to the front, score his 39th career Cup victory and continue a dramatic climb from 20th to ninth in the championship standings with two regular-season races remaining.
Kaden Honeycutt Dominates Richmond, Shakes Up NASCAR Truck Series Chase
Kaden Honeycutt delivered one of the most dominant NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series performances of the 2026 season, leading 225 of 250 laps and sweeping both stages to win the Black's Tire 250 at Richmond Raceway. Corey Heim completed a TRICON Garage 1-2 finish, Shane van Gisbergen finished fourth after starting from the pole, and Stewart Friesen's late crash dramatically changed the battle for the final position in The Chase.
🎙️ Sports Media X Podcast
August 19th, 2026
Love Hurts! Cardinals Injuries, NFL South & NASCAR at The Magic Mile
Love hurts in Arizona—and unfortunately, Jeremiyah Love isn't the only Cardinals rookie dealing with an injury.
On this week's Sports Media X Podcast, JD and Lady M break down Love's high-ankle sprain, the season-ending injury to Chase Bisontis and what the Cardinals need to accomplish in their final preseason preparations.
Then it's time for the Arizona Sports Desk. We check in on the Diamondbacks after their road trip through Atlanta and Boston, the latest from the Phoenix Mercury and what we're watching as Arizona State football gets closer to kickoff.
🏈 NFL DIVISION PREVIEWS: We're heading South! JD and Lady M break down all eight teams in the AFC South and NFC South, including offseason moves, offensive and defensive rankings, players to watch, fantasy targets and our projected division finishes.
🏈 FANTASY FOOTBALL & NFL DFS: Don't draft last week's information! We explain how preseason injuries, changing depth charts and roster battles should affect your fantasy draft—and why preseason DFS is all about snaps, opportunity and information rather than star power.
🏁 NASCAR AT NEW HAMPSHIRE: The Craftsman Truck Series determines its Chase field at the Magic Mile, while the Cup Series has only two races remaining before The Chase. We break down the bubble, Christopher Bell's incredible New Hampshire history, Denny Hamlin's dominant season, Team Penske's surge, sleepers, early predictions and DFS strategy.
😂 Plus, Headlines & Horrible Dad Jokes, featuring NFL international expansion, the Buss family's Lakers ownership battle, the Big Ten vs. SEC debate and the continued growth of the WNBA.
🃏 And we finish the show with PACK WARS! JD and Lady M blindly select 15 cards each from the 2025 Donruss Football set. Who gets the better pulls and takes this week's victory?
Sports Media X — Where Sports Fans Think Like Sports Media.
Latest From
Coach Jeff Demers
🔥 What's Inside?
Every edition of Execute Weekly is built to help you stop consuming information and start making progress. Inside each issue, you'll receive one practical business lesson, a step-by-step action plan you can implement immediately, a mindset shift to help you overcome common entrepreneurial roadblocks, recommended tools and resources to save you time, and a weekly execution challenge designed to create real momentum in your business. Whether you're launching your first business or growing an existing one, Execute Weekly delivers focused, actionable strategies that help you make better decisions, execute with confidence, and move your business forward—one week at a time.
🔥 Create an Offer People Actually Want to Buy
The Offer Clarity Sprint is a fast, focused process designed to help you validate your idea before you build, launch, or waste time and money. In a short sprint, you’ll identify who your offer is really for, what problem they actually want solved, and whether people would pay for it—so you can move forward with confidence or pivot early. It’s built for entrepreneurs who have ideas but want clarity, not guesswork.
Success Leaves Receipts: Why Every Entrepreneur Should Track Their Wins
Most entrepreneurs underestimate how much progress they're making because they spend more time focusing on what's left to accomplish than what they've already achieved. In this article, you'll learn why keeping a simple Wins Journal can transform your mindset, build lasting confidence, and reveal the momentum that's already driving your business forward. Discover how documenting customers, content, sales activity, new skills, systems, and lessons learned creates the evidence needed to make smarter decisions and stay motivated for the long haul. Remember: success leaves receipts—start saving yours today.
The 1% Improvement That Could Change Your Business Forever
Most entrepreneurs chase breakthroughs, but lasting business success comes from consistently improving the fundamentals. By making just a 1% improvement each day—whether it's refining your website, optimizing your emails, strengthening your offer, improving your content, or developing better habits—you create a compounding effect that leads to extraordinary long-term growth. Instead of waiting for the perfect strategy, focus on making one meaningful improvement today and repeat the process tomorrow.
Busy People Finish Tasks. Successful Entrepreneurs Create Results.
Most entrepreneurs mistake being busy for being productive. This article explains why focusing on outcomes instead of endless task lists leads to real business growth. Learn the four-part Outcome Framework—Revenue, Visibility, Relationships, and Improvement—and discover how asking one powerful question every morning can transform your productivity and accelerate your business.
The Sunday Reset That Sets Entrepreneurs Up for Success
A successful week doesn't begin on Monday morning—it begins on Sunday. This practical Sunday Reset teaches entrepreneurs how to reduce stress, gain clarity, prioritize what matters most, and build momentum before the workweek even starts.
Why Finishing What You Start Is a Superpower in Business
Most entrepreneurs don't struggle because they lack ideas—they struggle because they have too many unfinished ones. Learn how completing projects builds confidence, creates momentum, generates revenue, and helps your business grow faster with the Finish First Framework.
The One Decision That Could Change Your Business
Most entrepreneurs believe success comes from making hundreds of perfect decisions, but real business growth often begins with one courageous decision they've been avoiding. This article explores how delayed decisions create stalled businesses, why clarity comes after action, and how taking one meaningful step today can create unstoppable momentum. Readers are challenged to identify the decision holding them back and commit to acting within the next 24 hours.
The Business You Build Should Pay You More Than Once
Most entrepreneurs accidentally build jobs instead of businesses because they trade time for money. This article explains the difference between one-time work and business assets, showing how articles, podcasts, YouTube videos, email sequences, online courses, lead magnets, SOPs, and digital products continue creating value long after they're finished. Readers will learn how to think like long-term business builders by asking one powerful question before every project: "Will this still help my business six months from now?" The article concludes with actionable steps to begin creating one evergreen asset every week.
The Coach Jeff Demers Podcast
Episode 13: The Hard Truth: Some People Cannot Go Where You're Going
The people you spend the most time with will either help you grow or quietly keep you stuck.
In this Motivational Monday episode of The Coach Jeff Demers Podcast, we dive into one of the toughest lessons every entrepreneur eventually learns: not everyone is meant to go where you're going.
If you've ever felt like the people around you don't understand your goals, discourage your dreams, or constantly fill your mind with doubt, this episode will help you protect your mindset while building an environment that supports your future.
Success isn't just about hard work. It's also about who has access to your mind.
SPORTS MEDIA X
THE MISSION
At Sports Media X, our mission is to empower entrepreneur-minded sports fans—and creators from any industry—to build thriving brands and businesses. We’re more than an entertainment platform; we’re an educational resource that blends sports media, marketing, and entrepreneurship to help people turn passion into real opportunity.
As a former U.S. Army Sergeant, I know the value of discipline, teamwork, and resilience. We proudly support active-duty military, veterans, and their families by providing tools, training, and a community designed to help them transition their strengths into new ventures.
Sports Media X is a movement built on connection, education, and growth. Through expert resources and a supportive community, we help entrepreneurs, creators, and veterans find their voice, expand their influence, and shape the future of sports media and beyond.
Your passion. Your platform. Your future. Welcome to Sports Media X.
Jeff Demers
Sports Director - Journalist - Business Coach
Sports Media X WEBCLASS!
Want to learn how to score media credentials to your favorite sports events? How about turning your passion for sports into a brand without a degree or connections? 🤔
I’m hosting a FREE webclass where I’ll spill all the secrets on how I built my sports media brand from scratch—no fancy background needed. 🚀
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- “How to Turn Your Passion for Sports into a Thriving Media Brand—Without Experience, Education, or Industry Connections!”
- SECRET #1: “The Proven System for Building a Thriving Sports Media Brand—Even Without Industry Experience (and How I Used It to Get Over 100 Media Credentials).”
- SECRET #2: “How to Build a Successful Sports Media Brand—Even If You Don’t Have a Professional Background (Just Your Passion and Knowledge).”
- SECRET #3: “How to Get Behind-the-Scenes Access to Major Sports Events—By Building Credibility with Content (No Industry Connections Needed).”
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