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Pirates surprisingly land Marlins star in proposed blockbuster trade by insider
There's been minimal chatter surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates as deadline moves are concerned, which is odd for a team just one game back in the National League Wild Card race. If Pittsburgh can pull off a pivotal deal between now and July 30, the Pirates have every reason to believe...
First camp practice reps suggest Steelers’ early plan for young offensive tackles
The Pittsburgh Steelers had their first practice of training camp on Thursday, and during it we might have gotten some insight into how the team plans on utilizing their young offensive tackles.
1 surprising player who could make or break Steelers' 2024 NFL season
The Pittsburgh Steelers have struggled offensively for a long time, but one second-year player holds the key to turning around their fortunes this season. It might seem as if a star such as George Pickens or a big name like Russell Wilson would hold the key to the Steelers’ success this year, but the reality is that any improvement will be driven by their offensive line. Let’s take a closer look at why Broderick Jones is surprisingly critical to what the Steelers are trying to do on the offensive side of the ball.
Penguins sign Brayden Yager to entry-level contract
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Penguins signed forward Brayden Yager to an entry-level contract, the team announced on Thursday. Yager and the Penguins agreed to a three-year, entry-level deal. Who is Brayden Yager?Yager was selected No. 14 overall by the Penguins during the 2023 NHL Draft. The 6-foot, 180-pounder was the first pick of president of hockey operations and general manager Kyle Dubas' tenure. The 19-year-old forward has spent the last four seasons with the Moose Jaw Warriors of the Western Hockey League in the Canadian Hockey League. Yager had a strong showing in 2023, tallying 60 assists and 35 goals with the Moose Jaw Warriors, who made the Western Hockey League championship. He also was named the league's Sportsman of the Year. Since joining the Western Hockey League in 2000, Yagaer has tallied 104 goals and 146 assists in 211 career games.
Plans move forward for concert venue on former Civic Arena site
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The former Civic Arena site is one step closer to getting a new concert venue, but there are concerns from the community about the Penguins, who have the development rights to the land, not fulfilling commitments made to the Hill District. The site serves as a scar of what use to be in the Lower Hill. That's why advocates are so adamant about seeing benefits come to their communities with these projects. Both the Urban Redevelopment Authority and Sports and Exhibition Authority voted to allow for Live Nation to build a new venue near PPG Paints Arena....
Pittsburgh-area man finds armed intruder inside his house
LURERNE TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) — A community is pleading for a teenager to come forward after allegedly being involved in a home invasion in Fayette County.On Sunday afternoon in the quiet community of East Millsboro, a homeowner and his daughter returned home from an outing to find the front door open. The father told his daughter to stay outside while he investigated. That is when he encountered an intruder.Friend and neighbor Melissa Williams shared a Facebook post with KDKA-TV. In the video, she detailed the harrowing experience. "Dad goes to reach and grab him and the intruder turns around to...
Cam Heyward expresses desire to retire with Steelers, not giving up hope of getting a new contract
LATROBE, Pa. (AP) — Cam Heyward said Thursday he wants to retire with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 35-year-old defensive tackle also understands it’s likely not his call. “It’s my goal, yeah. Not everybody thinks like that,” Heyward said after the Steelers first training camp practice at Saint Vincent College. “I want to be here. But a lot of football to be played, this season and (for) a couple seasons. But I can only focus on what’s in front of me.”
Omar Khan expects Cameron Heyward to be with Steelers for years to come
Veteran defensive lineman Cameron Heyward has not made any traction in his push for a new contract, but the Steelers say that isn’t because they don’t want him on the roster beyond this season. Heyward spent some of the offseason program away from the Steelers as he looked...
Community raises concerns as plans for new concert venue on former Civic Arena site move forward
The former Civic Arena site is one step closer to getting a new concert venue, but there are concerns from the community about the Penguins, who have the development rights to the land, not fulfilling commitments made to the Hill District. KDKA-TV's Chris Hoffman reports.
Steelers Training Camp Ignites Fan Excitement and Boosts Local Economy in Latrobe, PA
Steeler Nation has once again painted the town of Latrobe, PA, black and gold with the return of the Pittsburgh Steelers training camp at Saint Vincent College. Fans, many bleary-eyed from travel or sleeping in their cars, lined up early for a much-anticipated look at what the new season might have in store. As CBS News reports, fans have ventured from as far as Virginia and Florida, turning this yearly pilgrimage into a mecca for football devotees.
Steelers News: Russell Wilson misses practice, Courtland Sutton, and Najee harris
We officially have signs of life. Pittsburgh Steelers player reported to Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania for camp on Wednesday, July 24, and Thursday marked the team's first official training camp practice of 2024. The Steelers practiced in shorts, and they won't have their first padded practice until Tuesday,...
State expected to match funds for Market Street Bridge, says Capito
BROOKE COUNTY, W.Va. — Earlier this month, Senator Shelly Moore Capito announced an $87.5 million award toward construction of a new Market Street Bridge over the Ohio River between Steubenville and Follansbee. On Thursday, she explained where the rest of the money for the new bridge will need to...
Big ideas in store for Tarentum and Cheswick riverfronts, but planning is slow-moving
Planning for the Tarentum/Cheswick riverfront project is moving more slowly than officials would like. Cheswick Council Vice President Shawna Almes said she is “eager for things to get started” on designs for fishing and boating access and other recreation. “As soon as we get word that we can...
Steelers Injury Updates: Russell Wilson Day-to-Day
UNITY TWP, Pa. — The Pittsburgh Steelers lost one offensive player before practice on Thursday, but otherwise seem mostly healthy coming out of the team’s first training camp practice at St. Vincent College. Quarterback Russell Wilson was held out of the main portion of practice after waking up...
Allegheny County, Pa., Included in $1.25B Broadband Program
(TNS) — Allegheny County will have access to a federal $1.25 billion digital equity grant program meant to improve internet access, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey announced during a news conference in the Hill District on Wednesday. “Everyone, no matter where they live, deserves to have access to reliable high-speed...
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