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PGA commissioner: Players tempted by Saudi tour need to make up mindsVideo
PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan said he has “zero complacency” when it comes to the threat of a Saudi-funded rival league, and he has a clear message for any player still tempted to leave. “I told the players we’re moving on, and anyone on the fence needs to make a...
MLB lockout could cost Scherzer $232K daily, Cole $193K
JUPITER, Fla. — Sometime soon, lockout costs become real: Max Scherzer would forfeit $232,975 for each regular-season day lost, and Gerrit Cole $193,548. Based on last year’s base salaries that totaled just over $3.8 billion, major league players would combine to lose $20.5 million for each day wiped off the...
Penguins encouraged by new 2nd line’s play so far
A few inches in either direction and the Pittsburgh Penguins might have had the first lead in what ended up being a 4-3 home loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday. But even if forward Evgeni Malkin’s backhander was snuffed out by goaltender Antti Raanta 5 minutes, 25 seconds into...
Penguins forward Teddy Blueger remains on track in recovery from broken jawVideo
Teddy Blueger was the last one off the ice following the Pittsburgh Penguins’ practice in Cranberry on Wednesday. That’s nothing out of the ordinary. The defensive center is obsessed with refining the imperfect aspects of his game and has been that way since his days at Minnesota State Mankato. So...
MLB says season will be shortened if no labor agreement is reached by the end of Monday
JUPITER, Fla. — MLB said Wednesday that the 2022 season will be shortened if no labor agreement has been reached by the end of Monday. Management had maintained that was the deadline for a deal that would allow the season to start as scheduled on March 31. Players have not...
Central Catholic grad Arnold Tarpley, Aliquippa alum Dravon Askew-Henry picked in USFL Draft
A pair of former WPIAL stars were selected in the second day of the USFL Draft on Wednesday, when the Pittsburgh Maulers picked safety Arnold “Tre” Tarpley III of Central Catholic and Vanderbilt in the 18th round Wednesday and the New Jersey Generals took safety Dravon Askew-Henry of Aliquippa and...
Penn State mock draft roundup: Where former Nittany Lions are projected to go in 2022 NFL Draft
STATE COLLEGE — The 2022 NFL Combine is less than a week away, and over a couple days of testing and interviews in Indianapolis, the fates of a number of professional prospects could be altered for the 2022 NFL Draft. Penn State will be represented at the combine by eight...
AP sources: Zach Johnson hired as U.S. Ryder Cup captain
Two-time major champion Zach Johnson is taking over as Ryder Cup captain, leading an American side trying to end 30 years without a victory on European soil. Three people with knowledge of the decision confirmed the move to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the PGA of America...
Mark Madden: Mythology of ‘great defense’ keeps Steelers’ problems from being solved
The Pittsburgh Steelers rank last in the AFC North when it comes to quarterbacks. But they might rank No. 1 in sports when it comes to mythology. (All the religions have them beat.) On ESPN’s “Get Up” show Tuesday morning, the talking heads bleated about the Steelers having a “great...
Penguins recall forward Kasper Bjorkqvist from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
The Penguins recalled forward Kasper Bjorkqvist from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the American Hockey League (AHL) on Wednesday. A rookie, Bjorkqvist has appeared in six NHL games this season and has one goal. Additionally, he has played in 33 AHL contests and has scored six points (four goals, two assists). Signed to...
Time to channel a little extra motivation if Duquesne is going to upset Davidson
Since Tuesday marked the 42nd anniversary of the 1980 Team USA hockey win over the Russians, maybe Duquesne basketball coach Keith Dambrot caught a rerun of the movie “Miracle” on television. Perhaps he can gin up a Herb Brooks-esque pregame speech. I mean the Dukes do wear red, white and...
First Call: Predicted landing spot for JuJu Smith-Schuster in free agency; Antonio Brown flips on Tom Brady again
Wednesday’s “First Call” features a possible free agent landing spot for JuJu Smith-Schuster. Ray-Ray McCloud is angling for a new contract to stay in Pittsburgh. Antonio Brown is back to sniping at Tom Brady. Jarvis Landry is getting itchy in Cleveland. And a local college hockey team is preparing for...
Tim Benz: Plenty for Steelers to learn from outside candidates in general manager search
When Kevin Colbert leaves his post as Steelers general manager after this spring’s NFL Draft, he’ll leave behind a 22-year legacy of constructing teams that went to three Super Bowls, won two Vince Lombardi trophies and qualified for the playoffs 14 times. He’ll also leave behind a legacy of essentially...
Minor league report: Jonathan Gruden, Penguins beat BearsVideo
A goal and two assists by forward Jonathan Gruden helped the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins defeat the rival Hershey Bears, 3-1, at the Giant Center in Hershey on Tuesday. Forward Kyle Olson scored two goals for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (21-21-2-3) while goaltender Tommy Nappier made 21 saves on 22 shots. Highlights: The Penguins’ next...
Turnovers compound Pitt’s problems in blowout loss to Miami
The finger of blame can be pointed in a variety of directions after Pitt’s 18th loss of the season Tuesday night, 85-64, to Miami. The game was close for only a few moments in the first half, and the 21-point margin of victory was not indicative of how low Pitt’s...
UK wants UEFA to move Champions League final out of RussiaVideo
LONDON — UEFA faced calls from the British government to strip Russia of hosting the Champions League final over concerns it would legitimize what it called an “illegal invasion” of Ukraine, prompting European football’s governing body to say Tuesday it would reconsider St. Petersburg staging the showpiece match. The biggest...
Youthful Cavaliers out of LeBron’s shadow, surprise of NBA seasonVideo
CLEVELAND — There were skeptics, and they included pretty much anyone who watched the Cavaliers struggle the past three years, who wondered about the team’s “Let ‘Em Know” theme heading into the 2021-22 season. It hardly made sense. After all, the Cavs had plummeted from elite status and back to...
Pittsburgh Maulers select QB Kyle Lauletta with 1st-round pick in USFL Draft
The Pittsburgh Maulers turned to a Hall of Fame quarterback to announce their first-round draft pick, and Steelers great Terry Bradshaw attempted in vain to get the pronunciation of Kyle Lauletta’s last name right. It's hammer time in Pittsburgh ⚒ #DropTheHammerSee the moment Terry Bradshaw announced Kyle Lauletta is joining...
Longtime college basketball coach Phil Martelli leads Michigan for Juwan HowardVideo
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — In a hallway in the guts of Crisler Center, an anxious Michigan athletics employee walked Phil Martelli to the news conference. More than once, she offered to help: Do you need me? Can I do anything? Martelli, his shoulders relaxed and his demeanor confident, assured her...
IndyCar opens with bright new stars, big expectationsVideo
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The stars of IndyCar crowded into Indianapolis Motor Speedway to celebrate an upcoming season of opportunity for America’s open-wheel racing series to further cement its legitimacy and expand its popularity. The party to mark the 100-day countdown to the Indianapolis 500 went off course amid word...
Phil Mickelson apologizes for Saudi comments, deal with KPMG endsVideo
Phil Mickelson apologized Tuesday for comments about the Saudis and a proposed super league, damaging words he claims were off the record and not meant to be shared publicly. “It was reckless, I offended people, and I am deeply sorry for my choice of words,” he said. The same time...
Locked out MLB players, owners agree to meet again for 3rd consecutive dayVideo
JUPITER, Fla. — Locked out baseball players and team owners agreed to meet for a third day in a row Wednesday in an attempt to reach a deal that would salvage Opening Day on March 31. Players made counteroffers on several topics during Tuesday’s session. The talks on the 83rd...
Aaron Donald, Pat Narduzzi make financial commitments to Pitt football
Aaron Donald never played for Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi, but they are part of the same team of donors to the football program. On Pitt’s sixth annual Day of Giving, Donald donated $200,000 to the Pitt Football Championship Fund. Narduzzi and his family gave an unspecified amount. Both men have...
Judge: Deshaun Watson depositions can begin in assault suits
HOUSTON — A judge has declined efforts by attorneys for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson to delay all his depositions in connection with lawsuits filed by 22 women who have accused him of sexual assault and harassment. During a court hearing on Monday, defense attorney Rusty Hardin had asked that...
Robert Morris football hopes to receive boost after Big South/Ohio Valley merger
Robert Morris football hopes to take a step forward in prestige, recruiting and championship possibilities after the Big South Conference, where it has been a member for nearly two years, announced an alliance with the Ohio Valley Conference. The merger of the FCS conferences will begin with the 2023 NCAA...
