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Brabant joins YSU bowling staff YOUNGSTOWN — Youngstown State head bowling coach Doug Kuberski announced Monday that Andrew Brabant has joined his staff as a graduate assistant coach. “Andrew brings with him a wealth of experience both on and off the lane as a coach and competitor,” Kuberski said. “He also has a well-rounded skillset that he constantly updates to stay ahead of the changes to our sport. We are thrilled to welcome Andrew to our staff and know he’s not only going to fit into our culture, but add to it as well.” Brabant served as the head coach of the boys ...

Pluchinsky, Zines win adult Greatest Golfer titles

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At this point, it might be time to rename the Greatest Golfer title after Brandon Pluchinsky. The former Youngstown State star took home his eighth consecutive and 10th overall Greatest Golfer title during the finals of the men’s open division on Sunday at The Lake Club. Pluchinsky shot ...

Five inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame

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CANTON — Drew Brees stood on stage next to his bronze bust, in front of Who Dat Nation, and took his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Getting benched three times in the NFL helped him get there. “Marty Schottenheimer, one of the greatest coaches and motivators to ever coach this ...

Guardians drop game to White Sox, lose ground in AL Central race

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CHICAGO — Colson Montgomery’s 26th homer, a three-run shot, capped Chicago’s four-run third inning and the White Sox held on to beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-3 on Sunday. Munetaka Murakami and Randal Grichuk each doubled in a run as the White Sox won their second straight, increasing their AL Central lead to 3 1/2 games over second-place Detroit. Cleveland and Minnesota fell four games back. Brenton Doyle had two hits to help Chicago win its 61st game, one more than in 2025 when the team finished last in the American League at 60-102. Steven Kwan had two hits for the ...

Bichette shines as Mets rout Pirates

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PITTSBURGH — Bo Bichette went 5 for 5 with a three-run double and scored three times, Luis Robert Jr. homered and drove in four, and the New York Mets routed the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-1 on Sunday. Sean Manaea pitched seven strong innings and struck out 11, most by a New York starter this season. Francisco Alvarez also went deep and Jared Young had three hits for the last-place Mets, who improved to 5-1 on a nine-game trip following a substantial selloff ahead of last Monday’s trade deadline. Coming off a 9-0 defeat Saturday night, New York turned the tables and outhit Pittsburgh ...