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Penguins shelve outrage over Evgeni Malkin suspension
The way Kris Letang sees it, “screaming in the media” wouldn’t put Evgeni Malkin back in the Pittsburgh Penguins lineup against the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday night. So he didn’t. And neither did any of his teammates. Reaction was largely muted to the news that Malkin would have to serve...
Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid show off individual strengths when superstars collide
As the face of the NHL and his heir apparent get set to face off for the sixth time in their careers Wednesday night at PPG Paints Arena, a clear pattern has emerged in the one-on-one battle between Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid. McDavid (3 goals, 6 assists) has decisively...
Chatham men’s basketball seniors looking to cap ‘amazing’ journey
Four years ago, Isaiah Brown traveled nearly 1,000 miles to join a first-year college basketball program in an unfamiliar city. That inaugural season at Chatham — which coincided with the school’s first coed undergraduate class — brings back fond memories, even though the team went 5-22. “A lot of times,...
Reality stings as Pitt tries to climb from ACC basement
Pitt fell into a hole last season, losing all 19 ACC games, that now appears deeper than anyone imagined. Blinded by a 12-5 start this season that included victories against top-20 teams Louisville and Florida State, hope surrounded first-year coach Jeff Capel’s program as late as Jan. 14. Then reality...
Ravens reportedly agree to trade Joe Flacco to Broncos
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Joe Flacco has gone from Denver Broncos tormentor to savior. The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to trade the veteran quarterback to the Broncos in exchange for a fourth-round pick in this year’s NFL Draft, a person with knowledge of the agreement told the Associated Press. The person...
Mike Krzyzewski: ‘No knowledge’ of alleged assault by ex-Duke player
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski says he has “no knowledge” of a woman’s allegation that she was sexually assaulted by a former Blue Devils basketball player and he believes the school should and will investigate. Lawyer Nancy Erika Smith has said her client, Meredith Watson, was raped by...
Cavaliers’ Kevin Love sitting out final game before All-Star break
CLEVELAND — Cavaliers forward Kevin Love will sit out the final game before the All-Star break to get further rest following foot surgery. Love has not suffered any setbacks since returning last week to play for the first time since having the operation in November. The five-time All-Star has played...
HBO’s ’Hard Knocks’ is looking for a team. It probably won’t be the Steelers
Last season didn’t go as hoped for the Pittsburgh Steelers and though the offseason has been full of intrigue and questions, at least they probably won’t have to air all their drama in front of camera for HBO’s “Hard Knocks.” The show is currently working on landing the next team...
Pirates offering $10 tickets to students
In an effort to get people in the seats, the Pittsburgh Pirates have introduced ticket promotions to entice fans or people just wanting to take in a day at the ballpark. To get students to come to games, the team is offering $10 seats in the upper bleacher section for...
First call: Different take on Evgeni Malkin’s stick-swing, crazy night in college hoops
In Wednesday’s “First Call,” a different view of the Evgeni Malkin stick-swing. A major Canadian university hockey brawl. A completely bonkers night in college hoops. A little support At least one national voice is raising a point about Evgeni Malkin’s suspension. And it’s a good one. First off, here is...
First call: Different take on Evgeni Malkin’s stick-swing, crazy night in college hoops
In Wednesday’s “First Call,” a different view of the Evgeni Malkin stick-swing. A major Canadian university hockey brawl. A completely bonkers night in college hoops. _______ A little support At least one national voice is raising a point about Evgeni Malkin’s suspension. And it’s a good one. First off, here...
Felipe Vazquez excited to be stopper on a Pirates bullpen that is ‘locked up’Video
BRADENTON, Fla. – When Felipe Vazquez looks around the Pirate City clubhouse and sees Richard Rodriguez, Kyle Crick and Keone Kela, the Pittsburgh Pirates closer thinks back to spring training last year. Only Vazquez began the 2018 season on the Pirates’ Opening Day roster and with a defined spot in...
Tim Benz: Antonio Brown misses one important detail from his goodbye tweet
Tuesday was the ultimate Antonio Brown day. Shortly before news broke from ESPN that the disgruntled Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver had formally requested a trade , Brown sent this tweet, bidding a fond farewell to Pittsburgh. It was a pleasant, grounded message. It was a...
Tim Benz: Antonio Brown misses one important detail from his goodbye tweet
Tuesday was the ultimate Antonio Brown day. Shortly before news broke from ESPN that the disgruntled Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver had formally requested a trade, Brown sent this tweet, bidding a fond farewell to Pittsburgh. Thank you SteelerNation for a big 9 years...time to move on and forward..........✌? #NewDemands pic.twitter.com/fbIoFNdqK4—...
Tim Benz: 5 scripts for James Harrison’s big-screen acting debut
James Harrison was on the TV show “S.W.A.T.” recently. Now, the former Steelers linebacker is considering a post-football film career. According to ESPN.com, Harrison may be angling to be the next Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. “The Rock” made a successful transition from football, to pro wrestling, to acting. According to...
Tim Benz: 5 scripts for James Harrison’s big-screen acting debut
James Harrison was on the TV show “S.W.A.T.” recently. Now, the former Steelers linebacker is considering a post-football film career. According to ESPN.com, Harrison may be angling to be the next Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. “The Rock” made a successful transition from football, to pro wrestling, to acting. According to...
Tim Benz, Mark Spector discuss Penguins, Oilers matchup; Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby comparisons
Tonight at PPG Paints Arena, it’s the Pittsburgh Penguins versus the Edmonton Oilers. Faceoff is at 8 p.m. It’s Sidney Crosby vs. Connor McDavid. Sportsnet.ca columnist Mark Spector joins me on the Sided.co podcast to talk about the matchup. • Why has Edmonton struggled so much this year? • Where...
Tim Benz, Mark Spector discuss Penguins, Oilers matchup; Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby comparisons
Tonight at PPG Paints Arena, it’s the Pittsburgh Penguins versus the Edmonton Oilers. Faceoff is at 8 p.m. It’s Sidney Crosby vs. Connor McDavid. Sportsnet.ca columnist Mark Spector joins me on the Sided.co podcast to talk about the matchup. • Why has Edmonton struggled so much this year? • Where...
Penguins defense faces stern test with Olli Maatta injured, Connor McDavid in townVideo
With the game’s most dangerous offensive player in town, the Pittsburgh Penguins will be breaking in a new-look defense corps. With Olli Maatta out indefinitely with an apparent shoulder injury, Chad Ruhwedel looks set to play his first NHL game since Nov. 19. Justin Schultz continues to skate with the...
Trib HSSN final state wrestling rankings
Trib HSSN state team wrestling rankings Class AAA Team (district), record, previous 1. Bethlehem Catholic (11), 16-1, 1 2. Northampton (11), 21-4, 3 3. Kiski Area (7), 19-1, 2 4. Council Rock South (1), 15-2, 6 5. Cedar Cliff (3), 19-2, 5 6. Bethlehem Liberty (11), 19-4, 4 7. Canon-McMillan...
Virginia’s Bridget Guy breaks pole vault record … again
Bridget Guy just keeps raising the bar at Virginia. The Hempfield graduate and redshirt senior has broken the school pole vault record three straight weeks, the latest instance coming over the weekend at the Tiger Paw Invitational in Clemson, S.C. Guy cleared 14 feet, 4.5 inches on her first try...
Angels 2-way star Ohtani will focus on hitting as he continues recovery from Tommy John
TEMPE, Ariz. — Shohei Ohtani tossed his water bottle toward a clubhouse garbage can and missed, instead landing it in a laundry bin. He laughed out loud, smiled big — as he so often does — then retrieved the trash and put it in the proper place. That’s about as...
Waynesburg’s Phillips defends WPIAL rifle title
There was a feeling of déjà vu in the Dormont-Mt. Lebanon Sportsmen’s Club on Thursday afternoon. Name after name was called and 15 medals were handed out at the 22nd annual WPIAL individual rifle championships. In the corner of the range, a teammate fixed the hair of defending champion Selena...
Duke overcomes 23-point 2nd-half deficit to beat Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Cam Reddish made a tying 3-pointer with 1 minute, 28 seconds left and the go-ahead free throws with 14 seconds remaining, helping No. 2 Duke overcome a 23-point second-half deficit to beat No. 16 Louisville, 71-69, on Tuesday night. After making 2 of 17 shots to open...
Stevens leads Penn State to upset of No. 6 Michigan
STATE COLLEGE — Lamar Stevens scored 15 of his 26 points in the first half and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead Penn State to an upset No. 6 Michigan, 75-69, on Tuesday night. Penn State pulled away in the first half as its star heated up, and Michigan played the...
