Sports

Emeralds/Canadians

The Eugene Emeralds begin a 6 game home stand against the league leading Vancouver Canadians.  The Ems are currently in 3rd place at 8-7,  4 games behind Vancouver with a chance to make some headway in the standings.  The Ems are on a 2 game win streak as is Vancouver.  Vancouver has just 3 losses in the second half of the season.   Tonight’s game at PK Park will begin at 6:35.

Ducks Mourn Loss

The Oregon Ducks have issued a statement of mourning over the loss of their former football standout Khyree Jackson who was killed in a tragic car accident.  Jackson’s vehicle was struck by a possible drunk driver earlier this week in Maryland.  Jackson would have been a rookie for the Minnesota Vikings.  He was just 24 years old.