Here’s a look at some players on the bubble to make the 53-man roster with the Aug. 31 deadline approaching.
2019
Maine says confusing voter mailings aren’t from the state
A group based in Alabama enlists people to send handwritten letters to potential Democratic voters asking them to register to vote.
Rat infestation has plagued a Somerset County town for over 6 months
Garbage and manure left at a home next to the elementary school in Hartland are attracting the rats, neighbors complain.
Carli Lloyd drills 55-yard field goal in visit to NFL camp
The World Cup-winning U.S. soccer star’s impressive showing gets at least one veteran observer pondering how soon a woman might kick for an NFL team.
Trump escalates spat over Greenland after canceling trip to Denmark
He says the Danish prime minister made a ‘nasty’ remark when she characterized his interest in buying Greenland as ‘absurd.’
Tomato trade war eases as U.S. agrees to end Mexico tariffs
The deal is likely to avert spikes in prices at U.S. supermarkets and restaurants.
Walmart sues Tesla over string of solar panel fires at its stores
Tesla displayed “widespread, systemic negligence,” including inadequate inspections, the lawsuit says.
Fitzpatrick, Edwards make preseason debuts for UMaine football
Recovering from lingering injuries, running back Joe Fitzpatrick and wide receiver Earnest Edwards participate in the team’s final scrimmage.
Two men suffer minor injuries when float plane crashes on Rangeley Lake
The pair swim to shore after the plane flips upside down.
Red Sox prospect Bryan Mata shines on rainy day at Hadlock
A superb outing by the Portland right-hander goes by the wayside in a game eventually canceled because of heavy rains.