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Pirates A to Z: Oneil Cruz broke Statcast records, sets sights on improving at shortstop
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Oneil Cruz Position: Shortstop Bats: Left Throws: Right Age: 24 (Oct. 4) Height: 6-foot-7 Weight: 220 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Slashed .233/.294/.450...
Ryan Tannehill, surging Titans take to air to beat fading Packers
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Ryan Tannehill and the Tennessee Titans showed they don’t have to rely exclusively on their bruising ground attack. With Green Bay focusing on trying to slow down Derrick Henry, Tannehill threw for 333 yards and two touchdowns to outduel Aaron Rodgers as the Titans beat the...
4-point night from Sidney Crosby leads Penguins past Wild
Even if he is the 17th leading scorer in NHL history, Pittsburgh Penguins forward Sidney Crosby is sure of one axiom. Offense can’t come at the expense of defense. And throughout a mostly unremarkable November for the Penguins, their overall defensive game has largely struggled. “We’ve got to be better...
Without John Hugley, Pitt loses consolation game of Legends Classic, 71-67
When dissecting what went wrong Thursday night in VCU’s 71-67 victory against Pitt at Barclays Center, it’s important to note that both teams played without their best players. While playing 22 minutes upon his return from a six-week absence due to a preseason knee injury, John Hugley hurt the other...
Steelers stand behind kicker Matthew Wright after 2 missed FGs
Each of the past three Pittsburgh Steelers games has featured a different kicker. Danny Smith emphatically shot down any idea the Steelers might make it four kickers in four weeks. “There’s certain people in my life that I trust,” Smith, the Steelers’ special teams coordinator, said of Matthew Wright. “And...
Dru Joyce III eager to help spark a turnaround of Duquesne men’s hoopsVideo
Dru Joyce III is the kind of guy who might challenge his players to a push-up contest after practice at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse. In May, the 37-year-old Joyce was named associate head coach at Duquesne, reuniting him with Keith Dambrot, who coached Joyce in high school at St. Vincent-St. Mary...
In the final 2 weeks of Pitt’s regular season, Pat Narduzzi won’t allow players to relax
While looking out his office window that overlooks the South Side practice fields, Pat Narduzzi was getting anxious Thursday morning, almost to the cusp of anger. Was his mood based on an unsatisfactory week of practice as his team prepared to confront Duke on Saturday at Acrisure Stadium? Was he...
NFL moves Bills home game vs. Browns to Detroit because of storm
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills’ home game against the Cleveland Browns is being moved to Detroit on Sunday because of a lake-effect snowstorm set to hit the Buffalo region, the NFL announced Thursday. The move to relocate the game comes before the storm even began. The forecast is...
NFL shifts Bills home game against Browns to Detroit because of storm
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The NFL is relocating the Bills home game against the Cleveland Browns to Detroit on Sunday because of a lake-effect snowstorm set to hit the Buffalo region. The move to relocate the game comes before the storm even began. The forecast is for between one to...
Injury could result in Steelers guard Kendrick Green being active for 1st time this season
The Pittsburgh Steelers have started the same five players on the offensive line for every game this season. Based on what transpired Thursday in practice, that streak could continue for another week, although there could be a change at one of the backup guard positions. Starter Kevin Dotson was limited...
Steelers rookie defensive lineman DeMarvin Leal awaits return from injured reserve
DeMarvin Leal doesn’t know exactly how he injured his knee in Week 5 against the Buffalo Bills. He just knows it continued to bother him the next two times he practiced, and the result was an unexpected trip to injured reserve. One day after returning to practice, the Pittsburgh Steelers...
Minkah Fitzpatrick returns to Steelers’ practice 5 days after having appendix removed
On the day he turned 26, Minkah Fitzpatrick celebrated his birthday by practicing with his Pittsburgh Steelers teammates. It wasn’t just any ordinary practice for the two-time All-Pro free safety. It was his first since undergoing an appendectomy five days earlier. After practice — he was a full participant —...
Seth Lundy, Jalen Pickett each score 20 as Penn State beats Furman
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Seth Lundy and Jalen Pickett each scored 20 points and Penn State beat Furman, 73-68, on Thursday to open the Charleston Classic. Pickett made his first seven shots of the game, the last on a 3-pointer to give Penn State a 19-point lead early in the second...
Pitt grad Kathryn Nesbitt among group of 1st women referees for World Cup
Of the 129 officials set to work the upcoming World Cup in Qatar, Kathryn Nesbitt has among the most intriguing backgrounds. Soccer and chemistry form the dichotomy of Nesbitt’s resume, and in both sport and science, she is equally accomplished. Nesbitt’s first taste as a soccer referee came in a...
Rodgers, NFL players urge league to nix turf, go with grass
Aaron Rodgers has hit the ground in every NFL stadium except one. And while the “frozen tundra” of Lambeau Field has delivered its share of bumps and bruises, the venues with artificial turf have been even rougher on Rodgers’ nearly 39-year-old body. “I do think it’s time to go all...
Why these Pa. teams got left out of the minor league baseball union
This story was produced by Spotlight PA in collaboration with Defector, an independent sports blog and media company. HARRISBURG — Professional baseball will become a fairer sport next year — at least in terms of compensation. After a successful unionization push by minor league players, the workforce — historically paid...
Penn State’s Abdul Carter among impactful freshmen for Nittany Lions
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Of all the teammates and opponents Penn State safety Ji’Ayir Brown has lined up with and against over the years, none has caught his eye quite like Abdul Carter. The more Carter plays, the more Brown’s initial impression is confirmed. The rookie linebacker is something special....
Tim Benz: Recent increase in sacks not just about Steelers offensive line
While the Pittsburgh Steelers offensive line has received praise for improved run blocking since Sunday’s win against the Saints, now the pass blocking has come under scrutiny. For good reason. In both regards. The Steelers are coming off a game in which they ran the ball for a season-high 217...
Robert Morris matches single-game scoring record in win over West Virginia Wesleyan
Enoch Cheeks’ 21 points helped Robert Morris defeat West Virginia Wesleyan, 111-56, on Wednesday night. RMU matched its single-game record for points in the victory. It was the most points scored by an RMU team since a 111-107 overtime loss at Seton Hall in 2007 and a 1981 win over...
U mad, bro?: On Kenny Pickett’s development, pass blocking, Bill Cowher’s rant about Jeff Saturday and … the Beatles?
For Thanksgiving, I like variety. Turkey. White meat. Dark meat. Maybe some ham. Mashed potatoes and stuffing. Carrots and peas. Apple and pumpkin pie. Just no sweet potatoes. I hate sweet potatoes. I hate the way they taste. I hate the way they smell. I don’t even wanna look at...
First Call: Ex-Steeler drafts Martavis Bryant in XFL; Penguins to face another former teammate in goal; Ja’Marr Chase update
Thursday’s “First Call” features the latest attempt to reignite the football career of former Steelers project Martavis Bryant. Antonio Brown is back performing in Pittsburgh. Ja’Marr Chase may not be back against the Steelers. But next week is a possibility. The Penguins aren’t done facing old teammates in goal. And...
Pirates A to Z: Wil Crowe became bullpen’s bulldog before wearing down late in season
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 Miguel Yajure. Player: Wil Crowe Positions: Pitcher Throws: Right Age: 28 (Nov. 7) Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 245 pounds 2022 MLB statistics: Went 6-10 with a...
Astros’ Justin Verlander, Marlins’ Sandy Alcantara unanimous Cy Young winnersVideo
HOUSTON — Houston’s Justin Verlander in the American League and Miami’s Sandy Alcantara in the National League were unanimous winners of the Cy Young Award on Wednesday night. It’s the second time the winners in both leagues were unanimous since the award began in 1956 and the first since Detroit’s...
No. 20 Michigan dominates Pitt in Legends Classic
Perhaps Pitt’s coaching staff could accept an early season loss to a top-20 team. But not the way the Panthers’ 91-60 loss to Michigan unraveled Wednesday night at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. Preparing to face the No. 20 team in the nation was difficult for Pitt’s rebuilt roster...
Pitt’s Calijah Kancey remembers those who recognize, boost his impact on college football
The people who have impacted Pitt All-American candidate Calijah Kancey’s life can be found in many corners of the U.S. Some teach football. Others offer motivational words of encouragement. One even sells candy and bags of snacks. • Pitt defensive line coach Charlie Partridge is one of them, drilling his...
