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First Call: Ben Roethlisberger on George Pickens’ sideline sulking; 2 surprising Steelers on ESPN’s ‘overrated’ list
In Wednesday’s “First Call,” Ben Roethlisberger gives his reaction to the sideline histrionics of Pittsburgh Steelers receiver George Pickens. ESPN is calling Minkah Fitzpatrick and T.J. Watt overrated. And while one former Pirates star has a new home, another may be on the move once again. Seen this fish before...
Tim Benz: Mike Tomlin’s deaf ear to criticism of George Pickens shows he’s not listening to his quarterbacks either
I’m sure Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin thought he was simply supporting George Pickens by turning a deaf ear to criticism of the rookie wide receiver. But in doing so, Tomlin also turned a blind eye to the needs of rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett. Pickens took some fan and media...
Pirates A to Z: Carlos Santana targeted to fulfill needs at 1B/DH, provide veteran leadership
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z: An alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfielder Miguel Andujar to pitcher Bryse Wilson. Player: Carlos Santana Position: First baseman/designated hitter Bats: Switch Throws: Right Age: 36 (April 8) Height: 5-foot-11 Weight: 215 pounds 2022 MLB statistics:...
Tristan Jarry sharp again as Penguins surge to victory over Blue Jackets
Whether it be through contributions from their fourth line, the second power-play unit or even players recording hat tricks after a string of healthy scratches, there isn’t a shortage of contributing factors that have led to the Penguins’ success in recent weeks. Of course, there tends to be one area...
Mills Lane, Hall of Fame boxing referee, dies at 85
Mills Lane, the Hall of Fame boxing referee who was the third man in the ring when Mike Tyson bit Evander Holyfield’s ear, died Tuesday. He was 85. Lane had suffered a stroke in 2002 and his son, Tommy, said his father had taken a significant turn for the worse...
Pirates ‘incredibly excited, honored’ to win inaugural lottery for No. 1 overall pick in 2023 MLB Draft
With the MLB Draft order decided by lottery for the first time, Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington called Joe DelliCarri “the luckiest guy in the Pirates organization” and chose the scouting director to serve as as their good luck charm. It worked, as the Pirates won the No. 1...
Report: Guardians, 1B Josh Bell reach $33M, 2-year dealVideo
SAN DIEGO — The Cleveland Guardians and slugging first baseman Josh Bell agreed to a $33 million, two-year contract, according to a person familiar with the negotiations. The person spoke to the Associated Press on Tuesday on condition of anonymity because the deal was pending a review of medical records....
Ronaldo a solitary figure after being benched at World CupVideo
LUSAIL, Qatar — Cristiano Ronaldo was a solitary figure as he walked off the field following a World Cup match in which he was not the center of attention. He had come off the bench in a 6-1 victory over Switzerland on Tuesday that moved Portugal into the quarterfinals. Ronaldo’s...
Penguins forward Danton Heinen returns to lineup
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Danton Heinen returned to the lineup for Tuesday’s home game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at PPG Paints Arena. With forward Ryan Poehling scratched because of an undisclosed injury, Heinen replaced him on the left wing of the team’s fourth line to open the contest. He was...
Report: Cody Bellinger, Cubs agree to $17.5M, 1-year dealVideo
Former National League MVP Cody Bellinger and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a $17.5 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the agreement was subject to a successful physical. Bellinger, the 2019 NL MVP,...
Hockey’s history shows handful of non-white pioneersVideo
Taffy Abel carried the American flag at the 1924 Olympics, where his team earned silver in hockey. Henry Elmer “Buddy” Maracle played 11 games in the early-1930s NHL. Paul Jacobs might have played in the league’s second season in 1918-19. But in the commonly known history of hockey, a predominantly...
Titans owner fires GM Jon Robinson despite team being in 1st placeVideo
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee controlling owner Amy Adams Strunk has very high standards for her Titans. Combined with the millions she’s investing, she also isn’t afraid of making big moves chasing the Lombardi Trophy that eluded her late father. Strunk fired general manager Jon Robinson on Tuesday in the midst...
Mark Madden: The Steelers could win out, but the season’s a lost cause anyway
The Steelers aren’t very good. But they are determined. Coach Mike Tomlin doesn’t necessarily make his teams or players better. But he does get those in his employ to compete doggedly and pursue lost causes. The Steelers are more likely to collapse when they’re on a roll than to pile...
Pitt’s Calijah Kancey highlights AP All-ACC selections as Defensive Player of the Year
North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye is the unanimous choice as The Associated Press offensive player of the year in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Pitt tackle Calijah Kancey was named the league’s top defensive player. Duke’s Mike Elko, whose Blue Devils improved five games to 8-4 and earned a Military Bowl...
Penn State portal update: Nittany Lions targeting several transfer wide receivers
Penn State has reason for optimism next year. Left tackle Olu Fashanu, a possible top-10 pick in the NFL draft, is coming back. True freshmen Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen totaled 1,771 yards and 19 touchdowns on the ground in their debut season. And five-star phenom Drew Allar is set...
Injury-plagued Rams claim QB Baker Mayfield off waiversVideo
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — The Los Angeles Rams claimed quarterback Baker Mayfield off waivers Tuesday, adding the former No. 1 pick to their options behind injured Matthew Stafford for the rest of the season. Mayfield, the 2017 Heisman Trophy winner and former Cleveland Browns starter, was released by the Panthers...
Former Pitt stars don’t run from memories of performance in 2008 Sun Bowl
Dorin Dickerson cherishes many sweet memories of his football career, from West Allegheny High School to his time as an All-American at Pitt to six years in the NFL. But he doesn’t run from the sour ones, either. Every time he walks into his basement at home, he’s reminded of...
Mike Tomlin expects to see ‘much better’ play if Steelers face Ravens backup QB Tyler Huntley
The last time Tyler Huntley started an NFL game, he faced the Pittsburgh Steelers in the final week of the 2021 season. Huntley will draw the same opponent but at a different venue when he is expected to replace former NFL MVP Lamar Jackson at quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens...
Mike Tomlin wants Steelers WR George Pickens to express emotions in ‘professional and mature’ way
Mike Tomlin doesn’t take issue with George Pickens’ competitive nature. He does wish the rookie wide receiver would express his frustrations in not such a public manner. Pickens was caught by television cameras in the fourth quarter Sunday expressing his displeasure at not being targeted more frequently. He yelled at...
Joe Greene game-worn jersey from Steelers’ 1975 Super Bowl season up for auction
The first Pittsburgh Steelers player from the Super Bowl era to have his number retired is having one of his game-worn jerseys put up for auction. Joe Greene, considered the greatest player in franchise history, will have his No. 75 jersey from the 1975 Super Bowl championship season auctioned off...
Pirates sign lefty reliever Jarlin Garcia, right-hander Vince Velasquez
The Pittsburgh Pirates went to the Winter Meetings in search of pitching, and they agreed to terms with a pair of veterans. The Pirates signed lefty reliever Jarlin Garcia for $2.5 million in 2023, with a club option at $3.25 million for 2024, and right-hander Vince Velasquez to a one-year...
For 5th time, Cameron Heyward chosen to represent Steelers for Man of Year Award
It wasn’t a surprise to Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin that Cameron Heyward was announced Tuesday as the team’s choice as the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award nominee. It would have surprised Tomlin if any player other than Heyward had received the honor. Heyward, the team’s 33-year-old defensive...
Pitt’s Federiko Federiko taking advantage of playing time while filling in for John Hugley
Pitt knows that John Hugley isn’t 100% since returning from a knee injury that caused the 6-foot-10 junior forward to miss six weeks in the offseason and the first three games of the season. Instead of dwelling on Hugley’s diminished playing time, the Panthers are focusing on the opportunity it...
Steelers’ Najee Harris picks up 4th ‘Angry Run’ scepter against FalconsVideo
If you were following Twitter during Sunday’s Steelers-Falcons game, you saw the posts about how fans thought Najee Harris seemed to be running “angry.” That assessment held up Tuesday as NFL Network’s “Good Morning Football” presented the second-year running back with his fourth “Angry Run” scepter. Kyle Brandt and the...
Westmoreland County campus clippings: Franklin Regional grad Mike Evans gathering offers
Mike Evans continues to build momentum toward a new college stop. The wide receiver, who entered the NCAA transfer portal and left West Virginia after a short stay, has five Division I offers. The latest is from Alabama State of the Southwestern Conference. The others are from Florida A&M, Georgia...
