Sports
pirates
Cup of Joe (Starkey): Pirates got a look at NL elite — and they’re not it
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steelers
Steelers notebook: Alex Highsmith working to stay healthier
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pirates
Take 5: How Pirates bounce back from gut punch by Phillies could be a defining moment
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Penguins/NHL
Penguins A to Z: There aren’t many choices with Ryan GravesVideo
Penguins’ Tommy Novak records assist as United States beats Great Britain
Penguins A to Z: More is needed from Sam GirardVideo
Minor league report: Nailers beat Mariners in overtime, force Game 7
Sidney Crosby records assist for Canada in win against ItalyVideo
Penguins A to Z: Taylor Gauthier has found a homeVideo
Penguins A to Z: Melvin Fernstrom will need another restart in 2026-27Video
Tim Benz: Kyle Dubas admits Penguins’ problems, but a plan to fix them isn’t as clear
Canada, Sidney Crosby beat Sweden to open IIHF World ChampionshipVideo
Former Penguins forward Kevin Porter hired as coach of U.S. National Team Development Program
Sports Podcasts
Steelers/NFL
Aaron Rodgers officially signs with Steelers, jumps right into 1st OTA session
Mark Madden: Aaron Rodgers’ arrival likely means Will Howard’s departure
On Sports: Steelers fans offer mostly lukewarm reactions to Aaron Rodgers’ returnVideo
Madden Monday: Steelers re-signing Aaron Rodgers ‘puts off where they need to go’
Steelers 5 things: OTAs could answer a few questions, starting at quarterback
Reports: 4-time MVP Aaron Rodgers returning to Steelers
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: Circle this date on the Steelers schedule. It will tell us a lot
Tim Benz: NFL schedule makers banking on Aaron Rodgers’ return to Pittsburgh (or Steelers winning without him)Video
Steelers’ Gennings Dunker, possible ‘hair’ apparent at guard, already making impression
Steelers sign 1st-round draft pick Max Iheanachor to rookie deal
Pirates/MLB
Pirates farm report for May 17, 2026: Jared Jones gives up 2 runs, fans 7 in rehab start with Curve
Pirates option IF/OF Nick Yorke to Triple-A Indianapolis, opening roster spot for road trip
Paul Skenes roughed up, Zack Wheeler dominant as Phillies sweep Pirates
Pirates place OF/1B Ryan O’Hearn on 10-day injured list, activate OF Jake Mangum
Phillies pound Bubba Chandler, as Cristopher Sanchez strikes out 13 in shutout of Pirates
Pirates farm report for May 16, 2026: Murf Gray belts 8th homer in Bradenton win
Pirates trade SS Alika Williams to Athletics for RHP Kyle Robinson in minor league move
Joe Starkey: The Pirates bullpen is in shambles. It’s time for Ben Cherington to fix it
Pirates’ Endy Rodriguez shines in 1st MLB game in nearly a yearVideo
Bucs Beat Q&A: Pirates DH Marcell Ozuna on hitting milestone homer, winning over fans
Riverhounds
After laying groundwork last season, Riveters women’s soccer team set for Year 2
Riverhounds pick up resounding road win at Louisville
Riverhounds’ home winning streak snapped by Phoenix
Riverhounds hope to keep home momentum going before pair of USL road matches
Riverhounds open USL Cup play with convincing win over Greenville
Riverhounds, First National Bank reach naming rights deal for stadiumVideo
Albert Dikwa scores twice, including just 2 minutes into the game, to lead Riverhounds
New York Red Bull too much for Riverhounds in U.S. Open Cup 3rd round
In midst of slow USL Championship start, Riverhounds set for 3rd round U.S. Open Cup match
Riverhounds shut out at Birmingham Legion FC
Pitt
2027 Florida safety Saniiyn Black commits to Pitt
Pitt elevates Katie Kasprzak to new swimming and diving leadership position
First Call: Former Pitt QB defends Steelers rookie Drew Allar amid criticism of technique; an ex-Penguin scores in playoffs
Pitt adds 10th transfer with former Syracuse, Georgia Tech big man Ibrahim Souare
Division II forward Kraig Gilbert becomes the latest transfer for Jeff Capel, Pitt
Tim Benz: Fans pushing back against expansion of NFL regular season, NCAA Tournament
New Pitt assistants, program alums Ricardo Greer, Ronald Ramon aim to help Panthers get back on track
First Call: Ex-Pitt QB Nathan Peterman gets another NFL shot; Colts WR praises new Steeler Michael Pittman Jr.Video
Pitt lands commitment from Texas tight end Ryker Reynolds
Pitt swim coach Chase Kreitler resigns
Penn State
Tim Benz: Fans pushing back against expansion of NFL regular season, NCAA Tournament
Penn State football team doctor dies at 68 after decades of serviceVideo
First Call: Steelers QB Drew Allar has a hot-selling jersey; new video of Dallas’ role in Makai Lemon draft saga
Former 5-star Penn State OL has chance to turn heads as undrafted free agent
First Call: Art Rooney II discusses Makai Lemon mishap; Penn State coach says offense ‘wasn’t built’ for Drew AllarVideo
Analysis: Early look at Penn State’s 2027 NFL Draft possibilities
Report: Penn State tight end, North Allegheny grad Khalil Dinkins signs with 49ers as UDFA
Matt Campbell pleased with skill players at Penn State Blue-White practice
Penn State tailback Kaytron Allen selected in 6th round by Commanders
Penn State defensive lineman Zane Durant drafted by Bills at end of 5th round
WVU
Honor Huff scores career-high 38 as WVU tops Oklahoma in OT to win CBC title
Thomas scores 20 as West Virginia downs Creighton 87-70 in CBC
Huff and West Virginia secure overtime win over Stanford
Syney Shaw, Gia Cooke help West Virginia roll in women’s NCAA Tournament
West Virginia women look to make the most of rare chance to host March Madness
Penn State sends 8 to quarterfinals at NCAA wrestling tournament
West Virginia to play Stanford in College Basketball Crown tournament
West Virginia women to host Miami (Ohio) in NCAA Tournament 1st round
BYU knocks West Virginia out of Big 12 Tournament
Jordan Harrison helps No. 15 West Virginia beat No. 10 TCU for women’s Big 12 Tournament crown
Duquesne
Duquesne’s new big man Ege Demir brings pro experience
First Call: Ben Roethlisberger isn’t wild about Drew Allar; Art Rooney II addresses Jerry Jones’ ‘bad side’ comments
Longtime Duquesne men’s basketball play-by-play man Ray Goss dies at 89
First Call: Art Rooney II discusses Makai Lemon mishap; Penn State coach says offense ‘wasn’t built’ for Drew AllarVideo
Duquesne’s Lindsay Kivlan captures national open tumbling titleVideo
Duquesne lands unique commitment from Orthodox Jewish forward Chaim Galbut
On Sports: Flyers gain ground on Penguins; NCAA men’s basketball odds are out for 2027
Duquesne announcer Ray Goss: ‘I’m very fortunate to be alive’Video
Report: Duquesne’s Jimmie Williams to enter transfer portal
Duquesne athletic director Dave Harper to leave for position at Baylor; John Henderson named interim AD
Robert Morris
Jacksonville outshines Robert Morris in NCAA 1st-round lacrosse showdown at Joe Walton Stadium
Transfer guard Ace Valentine officially joins Robert Morris men’s basketball team
Mt. Pleasant grad Courtney Poulich wins national player of week award for Robert Morris
Joe Starkey: Portal madness? Losing an NCAA Tournament folk hero? RMU’s Andy Toole is used to it
First Call: Ex-Steelers QB says Aaron Rodgers delay may be about money; Pens need to rebound in Ottawa
From Spain to the United States, former Robert Morris forward Alvaro Folgueiras’ basketball dream has Iowa in the Sweet 16
First Call: Linebacker appears on Steelers’ draft radar; Najee Harris’ comeback attemptVideo
First Call: Wild stats about Aaron Rodgers and Justin Fields; Pens hold steady in Metro Division swirl
Former RMU coach Mark Schmidt, back for A-10 Tournament, could be set for farewell game with St. Bonaventure
Robert Morris falls short of NCAA return, but latest run shows its ability to adapt
District Colleges
Westmoreland baseball, softball players chip in for NCAA Tournament teams
Westmoreland campus clippings: Mt. Pleasant’s Courtney Poulich wins player of year award
Preparing for adversity has helped Seton Hill baseball team construct record-setting season
Westmoreland County college notes: Greensburg CC grad takes conference golf honors at John Carroll
Westmoreland County campus clips: Former Latrobe soccer star to transfer from West Virginia
Former IUP basketball coach Tom Beck dies at 93
Highlands graduate Trent Bielak named to Lou Gehrig Community Impact Team
Westmoreland college notebook: Derry grad Sophia Mazzoni makes mark at Auburn
Westmoreland campus clippings: Ligonier Valley grad Piper throws perfect game for Westminster
Westmoreland campus clippings: Honors roll in for Saint Vincent men’s volleyball
High School
High school roundup for May 18, 2026: North Allegheny baseball beats Hempfield in 6A quarters to avenge loss
Western Beaver walks off Bishop Canevin in madcap Class A quarterfinal
Derry tops Hampton to reach WPIAL semis for 1st time since 1984
Norwin baseball mounts wild 7th-inning rally to beat Central Catholic
Mt. Pleasant softball shakes off sluggish start, rallies past Burrell in WPIAL quarterfinals
Lukas Duncan’s strong pitching helps Riverview rally, advance to Class 2A semis
‘This is my game:’ Kingston Krotec leads Hopewell to upset of Valley in Class 4A quarters
Tyler Samide, GCC show no signs of rust in WPIAL quarterfinal win vs. Jefferson-Morgan
Westmoreland WPIAL baseball playoff capsule for Tuesday, May 19, 2026
A-K Valley WPIAL softball playoff capsules for May 19, 2026
U.S./World Sports
Mitchell scores 26 as Cavaliers rout Pistons in Game 7 to reach East finals
Alex Palou starts his Indianapolis 500 title defense from the pole after taking top spot in qualifying
Hamlin beats teammate Briscoe at Dover for 2nd NASCAR All-Star Race win
World Cup worry for the U.S. as Aaronson leaves field with knee injury while playing for Leeds
Sinner becomes 1st Italian man to win Italian Open in 50 years and matches Djokovic’s Masters sweep
Conor McGregor to make long-awaited UFC return in July fight against Max Holloway
Ronda Rousey stops Gina Carano with an armbar 17 seconds into their double comeback bout
Mike Perry bloodies and beats Nate Diaz in 2 rounds on Rousey-Carano undercard
Napoleon Solo holds off Iron Honor to win Preakness at Laurel Park
What year is this? NASCAR’s All-Star prize remains stuck at $1 million 23 years after launch
Outdoors
Laurel Highlands stream remains ‘impaired’ with elevated lead levelsVideo
Pennsylvania to expand hunter program as crop damage climbs from deerVideo
Game commission seeks entries for 2027 wildlife art contest
Pa. Game Commission to vote on increasing number of Sundays in deer rifle season
Anglers gear up, hope for no rain on opening day of trout season
Pennsylvania deer season opener: Bill introduced for return to Monday tradition
Peregrine falcons to be protected during Tarentum Bridge construction project
Game commission advises Pennsylvanians to report sick, dead birds to help with avian flu trackingVideo
Game commission releases ‘bonus’ pheasants across southwestern PennsylvaniaVideo
Pennsylvania deer hunting opener stays Saturday after Thanksgiving — ‘for now’