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Pirates prospect update: Second baseman Nick Yorke
On this edition of the Pirates’ Prospect Update series, we take a look at newly acquired Nick Yorke, and his journey to the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. A former first round pick, Yorke had committed to play baseball at the University of Arizona, before the Boston Red Sox selected him with the 17th overall pick in 2020. Because of the cancelation of the Minor League season during the Covid-Pandemic, Yorke didn't debut for the Red Sox organization until the fall of 2020, when he took part in their fall instructional league.
Pirates bullpen once again struggles, this time against Cleveland, in 10-8 loss
Rookie Jhonkensy Noel hit a two-run homer and Andrés Giménez followed with a solo shot in the fifth inning, leading the Cleveland Guardians to a 10-8 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night.Emmanuel Clase became Cleveland's career saves leader, notching his 150th — and 40th this season — by working the ninth. Clase gave up a leadoff homer to Andrew McCutchen before getting three outs and passing Cody Allen on the club list.Clase has a legitimate Cy Young case with a 0.71 ERA and by converting 27 straight save opportunities since May 20. He's allowed only five earned runs...
Slippery Rock students say their dorm's A/C is broken
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Some students at Slippery Rock University said their air conditioning in the dorm is broken, making studying and sleeping unbearable. Students living in dorms on Slippery Rock University's campus are sounding off about the unbearable conditions this week.It's hard to imagine, but with the sun beating down, it's actually hotter inside the dorm than it is outside. "I have my fan in there so it helps a lot but like even then the fan just pushes in more hot air," said sophomore Megan Romesburg, who lives in Building B.She said she had A/C when she moved in last Thursday...
Truck Pulling Brings in Fans at Erie County Fair at Wattsburg
There was a huge crowd at the Erie County Fair at Wattsburg for a Friday night of truck pulling. In the 85-hundred diesel class, this is is Justin Safford, cleaning up with a pull of 405 feet. His daughter Brandy, back home from Alfred State College enjoying the Labor Day...
Kent States punt turns into Golden Flashes TD against Pittsburgh
Punting was the flavor of the day as Pitt played Kent State. Desmond Reid took a punt back 78 yards for a touchdown for the Panthers. However, another Golden Flashes kick didn’t turn out as well for the Panthers. Josh Smith kicked the football on a fourth-and-17. Konata Mumphfield...
Volleyball Opens Year with a Pair of Wins
SANDUSKY, OHIO – The Allegheny volleyball team opened their 2024 campaign at the Great Lakes Cross Over in Ohio Friday (Aug. 30), defeating Heidelberg and Muskingum. Game One - Allegheny 3, Heidelberg 2 (25-23, 25-16, 21-25, 22-25, 15-13) The Gators held a small lead early in set one before Heidelberg tied it midway through. The Student Princes gained the lead before Allegheny fought back to tie it at 22. The Gators won three of the next four points, capped off by aCarlee Pepperman (Bellefonte, Pa./Bellefonte Area) kill to take the opening set.
‘Just not right’ – Palace Apartments tenants upset over moving-out conditions
The Palace Hardware Building in downtown Erie is apparently asking tenants who live there to move out by the end of the month. But several elderly and disabled people who live there say years of neglect have made it nearly impossible to leave their apartments, let alone move out. “It...
MGK Performs Mashup of “Lonely Road” And John Denver’s “Country Roads” During ‘Big Noon Kickoff’
MGK performed the pair of anthems in front of a live crowd of Mountaineer faithful, all decked out in West Virginia’s signature blue and gold, to kick off the 2024 college football season. Machine Gun Kelly, better known as MGK, kicked off the 2024 College Football Season with a...
Ohio Valley organizations unite to host Overdose Awareness Day Event
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — YWCA Wheeling, Youth Services System, and several other organizations have joined forces to host the Overdose Awareness Day event. Guest speakers shared their stories as photos of lost loved ones were showcased throughout the event. Information booths provided resources for those struggling with addiction. YSS Recovery Homes peer Kenny Jarrell […]
Ohio Valley police on the watch for impaired drivers during Labor Day weekend
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — This weekend is Labor Day weekend, you may see an uptick in traffic due to people traveling or celebrating the last holiday of the summer. Drivers may also see an increased amount of police officers on the road due higher rates of drinking and driving related accidents around this […]
Fort Henry Days draws crowds to Oglebay Park for living history and reenactments
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — An event showcasing a piece of history made right here in Wheeling returned to the Ohio Valley this weekend. Fort Henry Days, presented by Fort Henry Living History, has returned to Oglebay Park this weekend to share some of the amazing American history that the City of Wheeling is a part of. […]
17th annual Wheeling Vintage Raceboat Regatta draws boaters from across the US
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Hundreds of people came to Friendly City on Saturday for an event that showcased an exciting and historic sport while also supporting children in the community. As engines roared and drivers strapped themselves in, people from all over the country moved to the edge of their seats for what some consider […]
Film Session: Check Out Robert Morris’ New Guard Kam Woods
Kam Woods joined the Robert Morris basketball program this offseason, and should have the chance to thrive alongside Justice Williams and company. Woods was an NC State transfer. In one season with the Wolfpack, Woods appeared in 13 games, where he averaged 1.2 points per game. He shot 29.4 percent (5 of 17) from the floor, while adding two triples. While the transition to the high-major level didn’t pan out exactly as Woods would have hoped, it came after an outstanding season at North Carolina A&T.
Season Preview: Men’s Soccer Brings in Several New Faces Looking to Rebound in 2024
Wheeling, W. Va. - In 2023, the Wheeling University Men's Soccer team faced a young roster that was growing into the challenges of a tough Mountain East Conference (MEC) schedule. Over the off-season, Head Coach Brandon Regan hit the recruiting trail, bringing in a class of 16 different players from around the world. These new faces look to turn things around in 2024, with the team vying for one of the top six spots in the conference and an MEC Tournament berth.
Volleyball wraps up at Great Lakes Cross Over
SANDUSKY, Ohio (August 31) – The Waynesburg University volleyball team finished its opening weekend at the Great Lakes Cross Over with a pair of three set defeats against Kalamazoo and Bluffton at the Cedar Point Sports Center on Saturday. The Jackets scored at least 20 points in five of...
POTTERS OUTRUSH CREEK; COME UP SHORT ON SCOREBOARD
WINTERSVILLE, OH- Last night on the gridiron, the East Liverpool Potters fell just short against Indian Creek, with a final score of 20-14 in a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle. The first quarter was a defensive standoff with neither team able...
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