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Steelers’ Mike Tomlin throws support behind Robert Spillane as Devin Bush’s replacement
Mike Tomlin is prepared to go with former undrafted free agent Robert Spillane at inside linebacker for the immediate future as the Pittsburgh Steelers plan to play the rest of the season without starter Devin Bush. Tomlin said Tuesday at his weekly news conference Bush will undergo surgery Wednesday to...
Ex-Robert Morris player Yannis Mendy signs contract with team in his native France
Former Robert Morris forward Yannis Mendy, who concluded his career this year by helping the Colonials win the Northeast Conference Tournament, has signed with US Avignon-Le Pontet of the National 1 French League. Mendy is the fourth former Colonials player to sign an overseas contract, joining Jeremy Chappell (2005-09), Karvel...
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins sign goaltender Shane Starrett
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have signed goaltender Shane Starrett to a one-year American Hockey League (AHL) contract. Starrett, 26, spent last season with the Bakersfield Condors, AHL affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers. Limited to 14 games due in part to a lingering groin injury, he had a 5-6-1 record along with...
Penguins Prospect Watch: Kasper Bjorkqvist is producing in his return from injury
While the NHL and many leagues in North America are in the the midst of their offseasons because of the coronavirus pandemic, several leagues in Europe and the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League have already opened play for the 2020-21 season. Thirteen of the Penguins’ prospects or minor leaguers are...
First Call: Ex-Steeler rips Baker Mayfield; Steelers favored vs. Titans; Penguins, Primanti Bros. honor Mike Emrick
Tuesday’s “First Call” just keeps piling on the Cleveland Browns after their 38-7 humiliation by the Steelers. Meanwhile, gamblers seem to think the Steelers are getting to 6-0 even against steep competition on the road next week. There is an outpouring of congratulations for Mike “Doc” Emrick from the hockey...
Unbeaten Titans are unapologetic, but hardly unblemished, as they host Steelers
You’d think that after their facility in Nashville became the epicenter of the NFL’s first covid-19 outbreak, the Tennessee Titans may be a bit remorseful. After all, the whole league went into crisis prevention mode, and the schedules of multiple teams got reshuffled as a result. So maybe a sense...
Tim Benz: Steelers ’11/11ths’ pass protection mentality adding up to 5-0
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is fond of talking about “complementary football.” Usually, that’s meant to outline how the defense helps set up the offense in good field position. Or how the offense allows the defense to stay fresh by possessing the ball. Or how the pass rush and pass coverage...
This date in sports history: Oct. 20Video
1923 — Zev, winner of the 1923 Kentucky Derby, beats England’s Papyrus, winner of the 1923 Epsom Derby, in a $100,000 match race at Belmont Park. The race, the International Special, marks the first time an English champion is sent to the U.S. to race. The race is so popular...
Kyler Murray has happy homecoming as Cardinals cruise past Cowboys
ARLINGTON, Texas — Kyler Murray accounted for three touchdowns in his first game back home as a pro, Ezekiel Elliott set up the first two Arizona TDs with fumbles, and the Cardinals beat the Dallas Cowboys 38-10 on Monday night. The speedy quarterback who won three high school championships and...
Report: Penn State RB Journey Brown could miss season
Penn State running back Journey Brown could be out for the season, Lions247 reported Monday night. The website reported Penn State confirmed via a statement that Brown is being treated for an unspecified medical condition discovered during the offseason and could “potentially” miss the 2020 season. Brown led Penn State...
Big-budget Dodgers set to face upstart, frugal Rays in World SeriesVideo
ARLINGTON, Texas — A World Series like no other opens Tuesday night with Clayton Kershaw’s Los Angeles Dodgers pursuing redemption, Randy Arozarena’s Tampa Bay Rays seeking acclaim and MLB relieved just to reach the championship of the pandemic-delayed season. Buzz figures to be dampened, with attendance down to about 11,000...
Chiefs, Clyde Edwards-Helaire run away with win over Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Clyde Edwards-Helaire showed new teammate Le’Veon Bell and the rest of the NFL how dominant the Kansas City Chiefs’ running attack is already. The rookie had 161 yards rushing, and Patrick Mahomes threw two touchdown passes to Travis Kelce, leading the Chiefs to a 26-17 win...
Pitt notebook: If Kenny Pickett can’t go, Joey Yellen may get call again
Before embarking on three days of practice, Pat Narduzzi said Monday that Joey Yellen may be the choice for Pitt’s starting quarterback Saturday against No. 3 Notre Dame. If Kenny Pickett (ankle) can’t play, of course. Asked if he enters this week knowing Yellen will start, he said, “Right now,...
Analysis: Undefeated Titans face biggest test yet replacing LT LewanVideo
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans’ winning mojo is about to get its biggest test yet. Sure, the Titans managed to survive and even thrive despite dealing with the NFL’s first covid-19 outbreak. They also have had players miss games because of injuries while winning their first five games for...
Kyle Larson reinstated to compete in NASCAR in 2021 after racial slur
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kyle Larson can return to NASCAR competition next season following a long suspension for using a racial slur while playing a video game. He was suspended in April for after he used the n-word while playing an online racing game in which viewers could follow along. He...
Westmoreland campus clippings: Saint Vincent to host ’22 NCAA women’s volleyball finals
Saint Vincent will serve as the host program for the 2022 NCAA Division III women’s volleyball championship Nov. 17-19 at Duquesne’s UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse. The 2018 championship also was played at Duquesne at the then-A.J. Palumbo Center. It marked the first time a Presidents’ Athletic Conference member was selected to...
Are Pat Narduzzi’s options limited in quest to end Pitt’s losing streak?
Sometimes, a coach just has nowhere to turn. Pat Narduzzi hasn’t reached that point, even though Pitt will take a three-game losing streak into Heinz Field on Saturday to play undefeated and No. 3 Notre Dame (4-0, 3-0 ACC). But injuries and not enough depth (a recruiting issue) have created...
AP source: No talk of individual punishment for Titans
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The NFL and the NFL Players Association found instances when the Tennessee Titans failed to wear masks at all times and were “insufficiently clear” to players about not meeting or working out once the facility closed in a review given to the team Monday, a person familiar...
James Washington takes a spin as Steelers’ go-to receiver in win over Browns
Coach Mike Tomlin likes to say the strength of the pack is in the pack, and that continues to hold true for the Pittsburgh Steelers pass catchers. In crafting a 5-0 record, the Steelers have had five wide receivers or tight ends make significant contributions to each victory. The latest...
Former Pirate Tyler Glasnow to start World Series opener for Rays
ARLINGTON, Texas — Tyler Glasnow will start Tuesday night’s World Series opener for the Tampa Bay Rays against the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Blake Snell will be on the mound for Game 2 on Wednesday night. Glasnow, a 27-year-old right-hander, was 5-1 with a 4.08 ERA in 11 starts during...
With Devin Bush down, Robert Spillane is next man up for Steelers
Robert Spillane knows he can’t replicate Devin Bush on the football field. He doesn’t have 4.43 speed or a Big Ten pedigree. He doesn’t share the sideline-to-sideline playmaking ability that made Bush the most athletic Steelers inside linebacker since Ryan Shazier. “Devin is a great player,” Spillane said Monday. “He...
Unfiltered: Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss Steelers win over Browns, look ahead to Titans matchupVideo
Tim Benz and Mark Madden return for this week’s edition of “Unfiltered” on TribLive’s Facebook page to talk about the Pittsburgh Steelers win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday at Heinz Field. The Browns came into the game with a 4-1 record and hoped to shake off the Steelers dominance...
Fox Sports’ Joe Buck calling 7 games in 7 days, including World Series, NFL
Joe Buck usually has a busy October covering both football and baseball games for Fox Sports. But this week will be even more hectic than usual, as the play-by-play broadcaster will be covering a different game each day this week. Buck’s week started Sunday calling the Green Bay Packers at...
Game time set for Penn State-Ohio State on Oct. 31
An expected top-10 clash between Penn State and Ohio State has now been assigned a start time. The Lions and Buckeyes will meet in primetime on Oct. 31 at Beaver Stadium. ABC will televise the Big Ten East showdown starting at 7:30 p.m, according to the conference. The game will...
Titans left tackle Taylor Lewan confirms he tore his ACL
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee left tackle Taylor Lewan says an MRI on Monday confirms he tore his ACL in the Titans’ overtime win over Houston. Lewan announced the news on social media. “Don’t feel sorry for me, I’m going to handle this rehab like a Pro and come back better...
