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Burrell turns to ground game to hold off rival Valley
Burrell’s “air raid” offense lives by the motto “Play Fast.” But the Bucs reverted to super-slow mode in the second half to emerge with a 22-13 victory over neighboring Valley Friday night at New Kensington’s Memorial Stadium. Burrell ate up 14 minutes, 10 seconds of the final 16:12 of the...
Neil Walker’s career could be coming to a close, as Phillies DFA former Pirates star
After 12 seasons in the major leagues, Neil Walker’s major league career could be coming to a close. The 35-year-old Pine-Richland alum and former Pittsburgh Pirates first-round draft pick, one of the cornerstones for the franchise turnaround that led to three consecutive wild-card playoff berths, was designated for assignment Friday...
Greensburg Salem grad Paul Matthews joins Ave Maria coaching staff
Greensburg Salem graduate Paul Matthews has joined the Ave Maria University men’s basketball staff as an assistant coach. Ave Maria is located in Florida. “I am ecstatic to join the Ave Maria community and Coach Copeland’s staff,” Matthews said in a release. “I believe that Ave Maria is an incredible...
Penguins trade Nick Bjugstad to Minnesota for draft pick
In an effort to trim their salary cap, the Penguins traded forward Nick Bjugstad to the Minnesota Wild on Friday night. They didn’t get much in return. The Penguins will receive a conditional pick in the 2021 draft in exchange for the 28-year-old Bjugstad, who will cost $4.1 million against...
Alexander Zverev rallies at U.S. Open, reaches 1st Grand Slam finalVideo
NEW YORK — For two sets, Alexander Zverev was confused and listless, his body language as poor as his winner-to-error ratio against Pablo Carreno Busta in the U.S. Open semifinals Friday. Zverev double-faulted and smacked his left high. He put a backhand into the net to cede the opening set...
Pirates call private tour of Negro Leagues Baseball Museum a ‘really special’ visitVideo
Only two days after celebrating the trailblazing accomplishments of Roberto Clemente, the Pittsburgh Pirates made a special stop Friday by visiting the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City. “If you’ve never gone, it’s something that you should definitely see,” Pirates manager Derek Shelton said. “It makes you have a...
Chiefs, Texans booed as racial justice stand sparks outrage
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The NFL’s new stance encouraging players to take a stand against racial injustice got its first test as some fans of the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs booed during a moment of silence to promote the cause, touching off a fresh debate on how players...
Danny Hamlin hopes hometown track helps him regain winning touchVideo
Kevin Harvick grabbed the first win of NASCAR’s playoffs while rival Denny Hamlin finished a distant 13th. Disgusted with his finish, Hamlin threw his water bottle in anger. “I was so mad. I hate not finishing where I should finish or run,” Hamlin said. “I’m such a competitor. I want...
2017 draft class was a winner for Steelers, but time together might be running out
They grow up so fast. It wasn’t long ago players such as JuJu Smith-Schuster, James Conner and T.J. Watt were seen as the future of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Now, it appears two of them are mere months from becoming part of the organization’s past. That’s not assured, of course, but...
Chiefs rookie Edwards-Helaire shines in NFL debut vs. TexansVideo
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs raised eyebrows during the NFL Draft when they used their first-round pick on Clyde Edwards-Helaire, adding another potent weapon to their dynamic offense rather than filling a pressing need on defense. Turns out that decision was downright brilliant. With starter Damien Williams...
Bengals name rookie quarterback Joe Burrow among captainsVideo
Joe Burrow was picked as one of the Cincinnati Bengals’ captains even before he took a snap. It is unusual for a rookie to be picked as a captain, an honorary role that usually goes to veterans who have been around the team a long time. The players’ vote shows...
Steelers have dominated Monday Night Football, especially under Mike Tomlin
Only four teams have appeared more often than the Pittsburgh Steelers on the NFL’s iconic flagship scheduling window, “Monday Night Football.” If the Steelers beat the New York Giants on Monday, no team will have more victories on “MNF.” A victory in the Week 1 Monday opener at MetLife Stadium...
On edge: Browns’ Garrett returns after NFL suspension for hitting Steelers QB RudolphVideo
CLEVELAND — The indelible moment of rage affected Myles Garrett and shaped how others see him. The Cleveland Browns’ star defensive end can’t undo his helmet-swinging attack on Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph last season or the six-game NFL suspension that ensued. That damage is done and irreparable. But Garrett...
Diontae Johnson returns to Steelers practice, likely to play in opener
Wide receiver Diontae Johnson returned to Pittsburgh Steelers practice Friday, signaling it is highly likely he will be able to play in Monday night’s season opener against the New York Giants. Johnson was listed as a full practice participant on the official injury report a day after he did not...
4 years after memorable college meeting, James Conner, Saquon Barkley face off in NFL
The only time they were on the same field together for a meaningful game, James Conner and Saquon Barkley combined for 276 yards from scrimmage and seven touchdowns. Two of the best running backs in the respective histories of Pennsylvania’s two biggest college football programs, Conner and Barkley meet again...
West Virginia set to debut against FCS Eastern Kentucky
West Virginia coach Neal Brown has a soft spot for teams from his native Kentucky, keeping his comments positive for an upcoming opponent that did little right in its opening game. Besides, Eastern Kentucky is his mother’s alma mater. The Mountaineers start the coronavirus-delayed season Saturday in its only nonconference...
Despite quarantine, disrupted routine, Pat Narduzzi says Pitt well-prepared for opener
Pat Narduzzi doesn’t usually watch another coach’s game early in the week when he’s getting Pitt ready to play. But he glanced at the TV on Monday night when Navy, a team that won 11 games last season, allowed 580 total yards (301 on the ground) in a 55-3 loss...
Penguins name new Wilkes-Barre/Scranton coach
The Penguins have promoted from within to fill the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton head coaching vacancy. JD Forrest, an assistant with the AHL club for the past four seasons, has been bumped up to the top job, the organization announced Friday, replacing Mike Vellucci, who was promoted to NHL assistant last week. Jason...
With no days off, Pirates have many questions to answer in their final 19-game stretch
If the Pittsburgh Pirates need a theme for the remainder of their season, it should be this: No days off. The Pirates (14-27) start the final stretch of the shortened season Friday night at Kansas City. They will play 19 games in 17 days, including doubleheaders at Cincinnati and against...
Mark Madden: To reach experts’ expectation, Steelers must win 1st 2 games, sweep Ravens
In Pittsburgh, sports fans and the attendant media aren’t brilliant at much. But overrating and overestimating have proven to be specialties. The Penguins had a “great” pre-playoffs camp, whatever that means. They were “flying out there,” especially Evgeni Malkin. That provided pretext for a long playoff run. Actual evidence like...
Trib HSSN has you covered in Week 1
The TribLive High School Sports Network is giving football fans the best seat in the house. Health and safety regulations might prevent fans from being in the stands Friday night, but HSSN has the next best thing with more than 35 broadcasts scheduled for the season’s opening weekend. Friday’s marquee...
Fantasy sports podcast: Game 1 paying off some hype. Renewed faith in Steelers’ James Conner?
If Game 1 of the NFL season is any indication, a lot of offseason fantasy league hype about certain skill position players is about to come true quickly. The defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs beat the Houston Texans, 34-20, in the Thursday night league opener. Rookie running back...
This day in sports history: Sept. 11Video
1886 — The Mayflower defends the America’s Cup by beating Britain’s Galatea in two straight heats. 1926 — The United States captures the Davis Cup for the seventh straight year as it beats France, 4-1. 1935 — Helen Hull Jacobs wins the U.S. Lawn Tennis Association championships for the fourth...
Breaking down the 2020 Steelers: The special teams
Here is a look at the Pittsburgh Steelers 2020 special teams: (Italics denotes player is on the practice squad) Starters: Chris Boswell, Dustin Colquitt, Kameron Canaday Others: Corliss Waitman Breakdown: For the first time since 2014, the Steelers enter a regular season with someone other than Jordan Berry as their...
First Call: Kris Letang wants clarity. Giants coach wants better practices. Gerrit Cole wants better results.
Friday’s “First Call” starts with Penguins defenseman Kris Letang. He wants some clarity about his future. New York Giants coach Joe Judge wants his players more focused before Monday night’s game against the Steelers. And former Pirate pitcher Gerrit Cole wants to avoid home runs. • • • Letang update:...
