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Penn State to alter safety plans with injury to Kevin Winston Jr.
Penn State’s secondary took a massive hit Wednesday night, with coach James Franklin confirming star safety Kevin Winston Jr. will be out with a “long-term” injury. As Winston is one of the nation’s top safeties, a Penn State captain and one of the most valuable Nittany Lions on the roster,...
Penguins’ Evgeni Malkin: ‘We don’t want a long summer again’
It wasn’t the prettiest goal Evgeni Malkin scored. In fact, it wasn’t even really a goal. Not officially, at least. But when Malkin banged in a rebound off a blocked shot behind goaltending prospect Sergei Murashov during a scrimmage on the second day of the Pittsburgh Penguins training camp Tuesday...
Tim Benz: Rutger McGroarty worth a look as Penguins consider candidates to play with Sidney Crosby, Bryan Rust
Now that we know Sidney Crosby’s contract is ironed out with the Penguins, the next thing to speculate about is who his linemates will be. Bryan Rust is the most obvious choice to be on Crosby’s right wing. Rust played with Crosby for a total of 762 minutes of five-on-five...
Penguins sign goalie Luke Richardson to professional tryout
The Pittsburgh Penguins brought a new goalie into the organization Thursday, the club announced, signing 25-year-old Luke Richardson to a professional tryout (PTO) contract. Richardson has spent parts of the last two seasons with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits, ECHL affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings. Last year, he appeared in...
First Call: Update on Justin Herbert, other injured Chargers; Joey Porter Jr. discusses assignment for Sunday
Thursday’s “First Call” has an update on how the Los Angeles Chargers are dealing with injuries in advance of their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. We also look back at the Chargers’ recent history at Acrisure Stadium. We get a preview of what Joey Porter Jr.’s assignment might...
For Pirates rookie Billy Cook, 1st home run of MLB career came on a wing and a prayer
When the Pittsburgh Pirates called up Billy Cook, it caused his family to scramble for flights in to make it to PNC Park in time to see his major league debut. Where that required a wing, his first home run came after a prayer. Cook said one with teammate Henry...
U mad, bro?: Steelers fans antsy about offense, Pirates fans ready for season’s end
Despite a 2-0 start to the 2024 season, all is not right in Steelers Nation. And after being officially eliminated from the playoff race for the 29th time in 32 years, nothing feels right in Pirates Nation. Actually, is there really such a thing as “Pirates Nation?” If so, how...
Pirates farm report for Sept. 18, 2024: Endy Rodriguez, Jack Suwinski homer for Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 74-69) clobbered St. Paul (Twins), 10-2. 1B Endy Rodriguez (.444) went 2 for 5 with a two-run homer. LF Jack Suwinski (.247) went 3 for 5 with his sixth Triple-A homer of the year. CF Matt Gorski (.259) went 1 for 5 with his 22nd home run of...
Aaron Rodgers gets 1st chance to play in Jets-Patriots rivalry Thursday nightVideo
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers knows a little bit about fierce NFL rivalries. He helped fuel one during his 18 seasons in Green Bay. Now the quarterback of the New York Jets (1-1), Rodgers is getting his official introduction to what has lately been a mostly lopsided matchup when...
No social media, new cell number as Titans QB Will Levis works to avoid turnoversVideo
Will Levis has not looked at his social media for the past couple of weeks, and the Tennessee Titans quarterback spent part of Wednesday switching phone numbers to stop fans from deluging his cell with texts sharing their thoughts on his play. “I just think that’s the healthiest way to...
Panthers coach Dave Canales: Team isn’t considering trading QB Bryce Young after benchingVideo
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales said he “absolutely” believes Bryce Young can still be a franchise quarterback, adding that the team has no plans to trade the 2023 No. 1 overall pick after benching him earlier this week. “That’s not something we are really considering,” Canales said...
Utah Hockey Club knows it finally has home in Salt Lake City
SALT LAKE CITY — Defenseman Sean Durzi got a taste of the NHL in Salt Lake City when he and the Kings played the Golden Knights in a 2022 preseason game. Durzi had a goal and two assists in Los Angeles’ 6-4 loss to Vegas, but more than his play...
Pirates bullpen blows lead as Cardinals use 6-run 7th inning to cruise to 3rd straight win
For the Pittsburgh Pirates, it’s a familiar refrain: The bullpen blew it. The Pirates couldn’t protect the one-run lead provided by Billy Cook’s three-run home run – the first of his major league career – in the sixth inning against the St. Louis Cardinals. Masyn Winn’s game-tying homer was the...
Brewers outperform preseason expectations again to win 3rd NL Central title in 4 yearsVideo
MILWAUKEE — These aren’t the same Milwaukee Brewers who have made regular playoff appearances the last several years. Milwaukee became the first major league team to clinch a division championship Wednesday when it sealed its third NL Central title in the last four years. The Chicago Cubs’ 5-3 home loss...
Penn State star safety Kevin Winston Jr. out with ‘long-term’ injuryVideo
Penn State is going to be without one of its best players for the foreseeable future. Coach James Franklin confirmed Wednesday after practice that safety Kevin Winston Jr., also a team captain, is out with a “long-term” injury. Franklin typically does not comment on injuries unless they are season-ending or...
No. 1 Pitt routs No. 3 Penn State in women’s volleyball showdown
Pitt senior libero Emmy Klika has played in three straight national semifinals. She has been on some of volleyball’s biggest stages. But as she walked through the tunnel for warmups before the top-ranked Panthers’ matchup with in-state rival Penn State, she admitted she had chills. And why not? A volleyball-record...
Chargers QB Justin Herbert doesn’t practice because of right ankle injury
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Quarterback Justin Herbert did not practice Wednesday as the Los Angeles Chargers began preparations for their game Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Herbert’s right ankle got rolled up on during the third quarter of last Sunday’s 26-3 victory over the Carolina Panthers. He was not seen on...
NBA reporter Adrian Wojnarowski leaving ESPN to become GM of St. Bonaventure basketball teamVideo
NBA reporter Adrian Wojnarowski is retiring from ESPN to return to his alma mater, St. Bonaventure, to take over the newly created position of general manager of the men’s basketball program, the Atlantic 10 school announced Wednesday. Wojnarowski will oversee a wide range of responsibilities while working alongside coach Mark...
Trib 10: Top teams in power rankings flexing their muscles
Finally, a glorious Friday night weather wise helped the district’s elite add to their win totals. Nine of the 10 teams from last week’s power rankings were victorious, making for little change across the board this week. The lone exception was the only team that did not win, as for...
Pirates select Jake Woodford to start against Cardinals, placed Kyle Nicolas on 15-day IL
The Pittsburgh Pirates selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Jake Woodford from Triple-A Indianapolis so he can start Wednesday against the St. Louis Cardinals. To make room for Woodford on the active roster, right-handed reliever Kyle Nicolas was placed on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to Sept. 17) with a...
PIAA adopts girls flag football as sanctioned high school sport statewide
Flag football is officially a sanctioned sport for Pennsylvania high school girls, meaning the WPIAL and PIAA soon will be crowning champions. The PIAA board voted Wednesday to add flag football to its growing catalog of sports. This vote was the third and final needed to complete the PIAA’s emerging...
Steelers still trying to find right formula at wide receiver beyond George Pickens
Diontae Johnson’s start with the Carolina Panthers has been as smooth as a rusty razor blade. Through two games, Johnson’s five receptions rank tied for No. 56 among NFL wide receivers. His 34 receiving yards are tied for No. 81. Those stats, however, look worthy of the Hall of Fame...
When Eli Holstein plays quarterback for Pitt, he said he’s representing pride, work ethic of 2 families
In the final tense moments of the Backyard Brawl, ESPN TV cameras focused on Eli Holstein, capturing the sweat on his brow, the passion and even anger in his eyes and — when the comeback against West Virginia was complete — the pride and joy on his face. You might...
Jordan Love practices with Packers for 1st time since injury
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love practiced Wednesday for the first time since injuring his left medial collateral ligament in a season-opening loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Love participated in the brief portion of the practice that was open to reporters. Love hadn’t practiced at all...
Roman Wilson limited at Steelers practice, Najee Harris has achieved ‘veteran day off’ status
Rookie receiver Roman Wilson remains limited at Pittsburgh Steelers practices, putting his status to make his NFL debut in doubt again for the home opener Sunday. Since suffering an ankle injury early during training camp, Wilson has made it through only one “full” practice over the past seven weeks —...
