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In Kaleb Johnson, Steelers appear to have ideal teammate, complement for Jaylen Warren
When Kaleb Johnson walked off the field late last week following his first practice session as a professional, he didn’t wait for reporters to engage him. “What’s up, guys?” Johnson, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ third-round pick, said. “How are y’all doing?” If Johnson wasn’t afraid to initiate conversation with a gaggle...
Pirates prospect watch: Nick Solak was among best hitters in International League
Prospect Watch Nick Solak Position: OF/2B Height: 5-foot-10 Weight: 185 pounds Level: Triple-A Aware of the offensive damage he’s been doing at Triple-A Indianapolis this season, the Pittsburgh Pirates gave Nick Solak a call-up before Friday’s game at Philadelphia. Solak, 30, leads the International League in batting average (.382), is...
Bucs Beat Q&A: Pirates utility player Jared Triolo adds another Gold Glove to trophy case
Pirates utility player Jared Triolo received his 2024 Gold Glove Award on May 11, at PNC Park. He talked with TribLive reporter Kevin Gorman for this week’s Bucs Beat Q&A: What’s it like to be playing a new position (shortstop) when you were presented the Gold Glove trophy as the...
The week ahead: Pirates welcome Reds, Brewers for homestand
The week ahead vs. Reds 6:40 p.m. Monday (SN PIT) 6:40 p.m. Tuesday (SN PIT) 12:35 p.m. Wednesday (SN PIT) • The Pirates begin a seven-game homestand with three games against Cincinnati. So far this season, the Reds have had tough luck in extra innings. Seven clubs across MLB have...
Pirates farm report for May 16, 2025: Mitch Jebb collects 3 hits in Curve win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 23-17) and Louisville (Reds) were rained out. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader Saturday. Next: Saturday vs. Louisville (Reds), doubleheader, 5:30 p.m. ALTOONA (Double-A, 19-18) got past Harrisburg (Nationals), 5-4. 2B Mitch Jebb (.308) went 3 for 4 with a double and three...
Report: Rory McIlroy’s driver deemed nonconforming ahead of PGA ChampionshipVideo
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Rory McIlroy was forced to use a backup driver in the PGA Championship when his regular driver was tested and deemed to be nonconforming after he arrived at Quail Hollow, according to a report on XM Sirius PGA Tour Radio. McIlroy was tied for last in driving...
Phillies take advantage of free passes in 4-run 7th inning to beat Pirates in series opener
It looked promising for the Pittsburgh Pirates when they robbed the Philadelphia Phillies of a home run, took a commanding lead with a three-run blast and escaped a bases-loaded situation. Only to give it away. The Phillies took advantage of five free passes — four walks and a hit batter...
Overflow crowd watches Pittsburgh Riveters women’s soccer team debut with scoreless draw
An overflow crowd at Highmark Stadium on a picture-perfect Friday night came to witness the debut of the Pittsburgh Riveters pre-professional women’s soccer club. A standing-room-only crowd of 6,077 witnessed the Riveters play the Cleveland Force to a scoreless draw in a USL W League game. It was the fourth-largest...
Jhonattan Vegas stays ahead in PGA Championship as Scottie Scheffler looms largeVideo
Jhonattan Vegas was in front for first time in a major and didn’t back down Friday in a PGA Championship filled with drama everywhere but the top of the leaderboard. Looming large amid an eclectic mix of contenders was Scottie Scheffler, still not in full control of his game but...
Xander Schauffele battles back to make cut at PGA Championship, extends streakVideo
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Xander Schauffele kept his cut streak alive — barely. The defending champion shot an even-par 71 on Friday at the PGA Championship to make the cut on the number at 1-over 143, extending his streak to 64 tournaments. He hasn’t missed a cut since the 2022 Masters....
White Sox to unveil a graphic installation honoring Pope Leo XIV
CHICAGO — The Chicago White Sox plan to unveil a graphic installation on Monday that honors Pope Leo XIV. Robert Prevost became the first pope from the U.S. in the history of the Catholic Church when he was elected on May 8. The Chicago-born missionary, who took the name Leo...
Lance Jeter, Derek Moye, Mike Zmijanac among inductees into Beaver Co. Hall of Fame
A pair of former NFL players, a former Pittsburgh Pirate and a WPIAL basketball hero in part headline an impressive, special 50th-anniversary 2025 induction class into the Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame. Aliquippa’s Jonanthan Baldwin and Rochester’s Derek Moye had memorable careers as wide receivers at Pitt and Penn...
Pirates add Triple-A’s hottest bat in IF/OF Nick Solak, option Ji Hwan Bae to Indianapolis
The Pittsburgh Pirates promoted one of their hottest hitters in the minor leagues Friday, selecting the contract of infielder/outfielder Nick Solak from Triple-A Indianapolis. Solak led all Triple-A hitters in batting (.393), ranked fourth in on-base percentage (.452) and OPS (1.077) and fifth in slugging (.625). The 5-foot-10, 185-pounder batted...
Phillies put struggling Aaron Nola on 15-day IL with right ankle sprain
PHILADELPHIA — Phillies right-hander Aaron Nola was placed on the 15-day injured list on Friday with a sprained right ankle. The 31-year-old veteran has struggled this season and is coming off an outing against St. Louis on Wednesday in which he allowed 12 hits, nine runs and three homers —...
Brock Purdy agrees to 5-year, $265 million extension with 49ers, AP source says
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy agreed to a five-year contract extension worth $265 million with the San Francisco 49ers, going from the NFL’s biggest bargain to one of the league’s highest-paid players. A person familiar with the deal told the Associated Press the sides reached agreement Friday on the...
Journalism horse to beat in Preakness, but recent trends show it won’t be easyVideo
BALTIMORE — Leave it to two seasoned, Hall of Fame trainers with 15 combined Preakness Stakes victories to turn up the heat on a competitor a few days before the big race. D. Wayne Lukas said to Michael McCarthy, “I think, Mike, it’s your race to lose.” Bob Baffert jokingly...
Jets release kicker Greg Zuerlein, latest veteran to depart in team’s youth movement
The New York Jets released kicker Greg Zuerlein on Friday, an expected move as the team continues to get younger on its revamped roster. The 37-year-old Zuerlein spent the past three seasons with the Jets, but his spot appeared tenuous. New general manager Darren Mougey and coach Aaron Glenn have...
Flyers introduce former Penguins player, assistant Rick Tocchet as head coachVideo
PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Flyers introduced Rick Tocchet as the 25th head coach in franchise history on Friday, bringing home a fan favorite and a respected hockey mind to guide the team through its critical next phase. General manager Danny Brière made the announcement at a packed news conference at...
Right-hander Jonathan Loáisiga returns to Yankees, less than 13 months after Tommy John surgery
NEW YORK — Right-hander Jonathan Loáisiga was activated from the 15-day injured list by the New York Yankees on Friday, less than 13 months after Tommy John surgery. The Yankees designated left-hander Tyler Matzek for assignment ahead of the Subway Series opener against the Mets. A 30-year-old reliever, Loáisiga had...
White Sox acquire right-hander Miguel Castro in a trade with the Astros
CHICAGO — Miguel Castro and Vinny Capra joined the Chicago White Sox on Friday, giving manager Will Venable a different option for his bullpen and on his bench. Castro, 30, was acquired in a trade with the Houston Astros for $500,000 in international signing bonus pool allocation. He went 3-0...
Bears shift focus for new enclosed stadium back to the suburbs from the Chicago lakefront
CHICAGO — The Chicago Bears seem to have shifted their attention for a new enclosed stadium back to the suburbs from the city’s lakefront, citing “significant progress” with local leaders to build on a tract of land they own in Arlington Heights. “Over the last few months, we have made...
Steelers’ undrafted free agent fullback DJ Thomas-Jones brings ‘passion and violence’ to position
Unhappy that DJ Thomas-Jones didn’t get all-conference recognition on the top three teams last season, his former teammates at South Alabama gave him a nice consolation prize. The 6-foot-2, 256-pound fullback had returned to school after NFL Draft preparations and was working out in the weight room this spring when...
Transgender girl can qualify for state track championships, PIAA says, citing judge’s order
The PIAA will let a transgender girl compete in the state track and field championships next week if the Eastern Pennsylvania student qualifies, the PIAA’s top administrator said Friday. The state association for high school athletics changed its policy in February to classify students by “sex” rather than “gender” in...
Former manager Gene Lamont named special adviser to Pirates’ Don Kelly
The Pittsburgh Pirates announced a series of coaching additions to their major-league staff Friday, as new manager Don Kelly gets settled on the job. Former manager Gene Lamont is joining the Pirates as a special adviser to Kelly, and Triple-A Indianapolis manager Chris Truby has been added to the major-league...
Mark Madden: Pete Rose deserved his Hall of Fame shot when he was alive
I wish MLB had ruled before Pete Rose passed away that he’d be eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame after he died. Rose could have faked his own death, resurrected upon his induction, then charged more money to sign autographs at memorabilia shows. Maybe, before he expired, Rose inscribed...
