Closer Axford is in command in Brewers' bullpen
The 29-year-old John Axford, signed as a free agent by the Brewers in 2008 after he was released by the New York Yankees, has been sharp early in spring training.
View ArticleSports Spotlight: Dan Savulchak
This week the Sports Spotlight is on Dan Savulchak, a junior at North Catholic, who scored 22 points to elevate second-seeded North Catholic past Union, 49-33, in the WPIAL Class A quarterfinals on...
View ArticleHighlands star Clark commits to play at St. Francis
Highlands senior quarterback/defensive back Gage Clark took a little longer than most to make his college decision, but the extra time let him bond with the school that has been following him for the...
View ArticleGiants' Sanchez making progress in return from injury
Giants infielder Freddy Sanchez took ground balls at second base and threw to first for the first time since he dislocated his right shoulder on June 10, a significant moment in his rehab.
View ArticleStarkey: Hines a Steelers legend
The Steelers do not believe Hines Ward merits a spot on their roster, so, he is finished as a member of the team after 14 incredible seasons.
View ArticleIrwin's presence makes difference for Monessen in WPIAL playoffs
Jaisen Irwin wasn't much help to Monessen the last time the Greyhounds played Greensburg Central Catholic in the WPIAL boys basketball playoffs, but he sure made his mark this time.
View ArticleSouth Park girls survive in OT for WPIAL playoff victory
Junior Shelby Lindsay scored five of her game-high 24 points in overtime to carry No. 2 seed South Park to a victory over Blackhawk at North Allegheny.
View ArticleBehind the scenes of covering the Penguins
Take a look at 48 hours, edited down to 8 minutes, of Penguins beat reporter Josh Yohe covering the Penguins through a busy weekend of games and the NHL trade deadline.
View ArticleFans, teammates say goodbye to Steelers veteran receiver Ward
The Steelers' decision to release Hines Ward should not have come as a surprise, as the former Super Bowl MVP turns 36 next week, and he had been phased out of the passing game late last season.
View ArticleMcKeesport grad Johns earns PSAC honors
California (Pa.) University's Amy Johns, a McKeesport Area graduate, was selected as PSAC-West Women's Basketball Athlete of the Year on Wednesday.
View ArticleIrwin leads Greyhounds to finals
A year ago, as the Monessen Greyhounds made their run through the WPIAL Class AA playoffs en route to winning the title, Jaisen Irwin was on the outside looking in.
View ArticleBelle Vernon Area, Ringgold swimmers in WPIAL meet
Belle Vernon Area and Ringgold hopefuls will be competing for gold in the WPIAL Class AA and AAA swimming championships, which start today and run through Friday at Pitt's Trees Pool.
View ArticleDefenseman Letang knocked out early in Penguins' road victory over Stars
Penguins star defenseman Kris Letang left the game early after getting drilled in the head by Dallas left winger Eric Nystrom in the first.
View ArticlePirates' Burnett needs surgery to repair broken orbital bone
Burnett was injured Wednesday when he was struck in the face by a batted ball during a bunting drill. He flew to Pittsburgh that night and was examined today by team doctors.
View ArticleKiski area junior focuses on success at Class AAA wrestling meet
Cole Landowski won a tougher-than-expected first-round match at the WPIAL Class AAA meet at Norwin, posting a third-period takedown for a 5-3 decision over Jeff Miller of Trinity.
View ArticleWith Fielder out of the picture, Brewers look at Gamel at first base
The Brewers' Mat Gamel was drafted as a third baseman, but moved to first base last year for a couple of reasons: He wasn't a particularly good on defense and Milwaukee was preparing for Prince Fielder...
View ArticleIndiana (Pa.) tandem is perfect fit for basketball postseason
Julian Sanders and Ashton Smith have celebrated 104 victories in the past four years, which includes three PSAC Western Division titles, two PSAC Tournament championships, one Division II Atlantic...
View ArticleRiverview's girls basketball team ready for states
Riverview won't have much time to dwell on a loss to North Catholic in the WPIAL semifinals, as the Raiders will open play in the PIAA Class A playoffs March 10.
View ArticleCoyotes move into Pacific Division lead after brilliant month
Back to their tight-checking style and the confidence building with each win, the Coyotes roared through February, nearly running the table as they raced up the standings.
View ArticleChances are Steelers inside linebacker Farrior won't be back
James Farrior's agent Ralph Cindrich said the inside linebacker could be the next Steelers player to be released.
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