Category: Sports

Brubaker Ends Lengthy Losing Streak, Pirates Edge D’backs

Brubaker ends lengthy losing streak, Pirates edge D’backs
By WES CROSBY Associated Press
PITTSBURGH (AP) — JT Brubaker pitched five scoreless innings for his first win in nearly three months, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-2. Brubaker (5-13) allowed four hits with six strikeouts, stranding five runners in scoring position. Since last winning May 29, Brubaker went 0-9 with a 7.08 ERA in 12 starts. Diamondbacks starter Madison Bumgarner (7-8) surrendered four runs on six hits in six innings. Pittsburgh, which is 0-9 with a chance to sweep this season, has won four of five after taking the first two of the three-game set against Arizona.

Tsutsugo, Reynolds Lead Pirates’ Rally Past Diamondbacks 6-5

Tsutsugo, Reynolds lead Pirates’ rally past Diamondbacks 6-5
By WES CROSBY Associated Press
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Yoshi Tsutsugo homered and Bryan Reynolds tripled in the seventh to help the Pittsburgh Pirates rally to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-5. With the game tied in the eighth, Noé Ramirez (0-1) walked three straight to load the bases before Jake Faria came in to face Ke’Bryan Hayes with one out. Hayes sent a dribbler to short on the 10th pitch of the at-bat, scoring Kevin Newman. Pirates reliever Anthony Banda (2-0) struck out the side in the eighth. David Bednar retired the side in order in the ninth for his second major league save.

VIDEO: Coaches Corner Is Celebrating 30 Years In Bridgewater At Kelly’s Riverside Saloon On Wednesday

Many an athlete has come out of Beaver County, and the journey that each of them has taken is different from one another…but the roots and bonds from which they began are never to be broken or forgotten.

It is in that spirit that Beaver County Radio, along with Kelly’s Riverside Saloon in Bridgewater, will be hosting a 30th Anniversary celebration of broadcasting Coaches Corner from Bridgewater on Wednesday, August 25, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Former coaches, players, referees, and other Beaver County celebrities will join the Beaver County Radio Sports Crew for what is being called a “big Beaver County reunion”.

The brainchild of this event was former WPIAL referee Ed Yerage, who along with longtime Coaches Corner host Bob Barrickman joined Matt Drzik on A.M. Beaver County to discuss the ins and outs of the event, as well as the historical and familial contexts of mutual respect and sharing experiences that will be showcased throughout the two-hour broadcast.

To watch the full video with Matt, Ed, and Bob…click on the Facebook feed below.

AP Source: Rebuilding Jags Trade LB Joe Schobert to Steelers

AP source: Rebuilding Jags trade LB Joe Schobert to Steelers
By MARK LONG AP Pro Football Writer
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A person familiar with the deal says the Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to trade linebacker Joe Schobert to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday night because neither side had formally finalized the deal. Schobert confirmed the trade to ESPN, though, saying “great place to play behind that D-line.” Compensation details were not immediately disclosed. The trade makes sense for both teams and puts Schobert back in the AFC North. He spent the first four years of his NFL career with Cleveland.

Steelers Rally Behind Haskins to Beat Eagles 24-16

Steelers rally behind Haskins to beat Eagles 24-16
By DAN GELSTON AP Sports Writer
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Dwayne Haskins continued his push for the backup quarterback spot. He threw for 161 yards and a touchdown to lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 24-16 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Ben Roethlisberger sat out Pittsburgh’s second preseason game. Mason Rudolph has been the team’s backup for the past three seasons and just may keep that job. Haskins is making a run at the backup spot. Jalen Hurts played two series for the Eagles and was a modest 3 of 7 for 54 yards. Eagles coach Nick Sirianni made his debut on the sideline. He replaced the fired Doug Pederson.

Oakmont is Anchor US Open Site, Merion Gets Men & Women Opens

Oakmont anchor US Open site, Merion gets men & women Opens
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer
Pennsylvania golf courses already have hosted 88 USGA championships and more are on the way. The USGA identified Oakmont as one of its anchor sites for the U.S. Open. The course outside Pittsburgh already has had a record nine U.S. Opens. It had already been announced as the 2025 host and will get three more through 2049, along with two U.S. Women’s Opens. Merion outside Philadelphia was awarded two U.S. Opens and two U.S. Women’s Opens. The USGA now has Pinehurst No. 2 in North Carolina and Oakmont as anchor sites for a rotation of U.S. Open venues. Pebble Beach, Shinnecock Hills and Winged Foot are in discussions to join them.

Wainwright pitches two-hit shutout, Cards top Pirates 4-0

Wainwright pitches two-hit shutout, Cards top Pirates 4-0
By JOHN PERROTTO Associated Press
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adam Wainwright pitched a complete game, two-hit shutout and helped himself with a pair of hits as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0. The 39-year-old Wainwright allowed a pair of singles by Colin Moran in the second and fifth innings, and then retired the last 15 batters. Wainwright needed just 88 pitches to record the 11th shutout of his 16-year career and first since 2016. He struck out seven and did not issue a walk. The Pirates lost their seventh straight game and dropped their ninth in a row to the Cardinals at home.

Eagles starters will play preseason opener against the Steelers; Dillard injured

Eagles starters will play preseason opener; Dillard injured
By LES BOWEN Associated Press
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Nick Sirianni and his staff “are still talking through” how playing time will be allocated in Philadelphia’s preseason opener Thursday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Eagles’ first-year coach indicated that Jalen Hurts will start at quarterback, and most healthy players will see action. Left tackle Andre Dillard won’t play after suffering a sprained knee in practice. Dillard, a 2019 first-round pick competing with Jordan Mailata for the starting job, is listed as week-to-week. Sirianni said Hurts’ playing time might depend on how the offense performs.

Fitzpatrick seeks to become vocal leader for Steelers

Fitzpatrick seeks to become vocal leader for Steelers
By DAN SCIFO Associated Press
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Safety Minkah Fitzpatrick let his on-field play do the talking during his first two seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers. This year, the two-time All-Pro intends to be more of a vocal leader. Pittsburgh acquired Fitzpatrick in a trade with Miami in 2019 and he immediately improved the Steelers’ defense with dynamic plays. Fitzpatrick has nine interceptions, three fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles in less than two seasons with Pittsburgh. He has even drawn comparisons to Hall of Fame Steelers safety Troy Polamalu.

Former Buc, Happ, Cards bullpen combine on 1-hitter, top Pirates 4-1

Happ, Cards bullpen combine on 1-hitter, top Pirates 4-1
By JOHN PERROTTO Associated Press
PITTSBURGH (AP) — J.A. Happ combined with a trio of relievers on a one-hitter, Tommy Edman and Paul DeJong homered early and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the skidding Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1. Happ retired the first nine batters, then gave up rookie Hoy Park’s first career home run to lead off the fourth inning. Making his second start for the Cardinals since being acquired from the Twins in a July 30 trade, Happ struck out five and walked two. Happ took a no-hit bid into the eighth inning against the Pirates on April 23 at Minnesota and wound up allowing one hit in 7 2/3 innings.