Dr. John P. McCullough Will Be Among WLU Inductees

August 18, 2026

WEST LIBERTY — There are few chapters in the modern history of West Liberty University that do not include Dr. John P. McCullough. For more than four decades, McCullough served the university as an educator, administrator, leader, mentor and advocate. He helped guide West Liberty through periods of growth and transition, influenced generations of students and colleagues, and became one of the most respected and recognizable figures in the University's history. Now, his extraordinary legacy on the Hilltop will include a place in the West Liberty University Athletic Hall of Fame. ...

AL Wild-Card Race Looks Like A Mess. It Could Be Lots Of Fun

August 18, 2026

The middle of the American League standings has turned into a medicore mess. It might make for a fascinating playoff race. There are seven teams fighting for the final AL wild-card spot and all of them have a record below .500. The Baltimore Orioles would make the playoffs if the season ...

‘This Is Probably My Last Year In Football,’ Says Cristiano Ronaldo

August 18, 2026

RIYADH (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo says this Saudi Pro League season is likely to be the last of his professional career. The 41-year-old superstar’s contract with Riyadh club Al-Nassr, signed in December 2022, expires next June, and he has told Vogue magazine that another is ...

Cashius Howell, Colbie Young Among Potential Immediate Bengals Rookie Contributors

August 18, 2026

CINCINNATI (AP) — With franchise stars Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins and Dexter Lawrence earning large salaries, the Cincinnati Bengals need to count on some young players to assemble their 53-man roster. Several are finding their roles so far. Even in a rookie class that ...

Nailers Re-Sign Craig Armstrong

August 18, 2026

WHEELING – The Wheeling Nailers are excited to announce their 11th player signing of the 2026 offseason. Wheeling has re-signed forward Craig Armstrong to an ECHL contract. Armstrong, returns for his second season with the Nailers and his third year as a pro. Craig saw a drastic increase in his production from his rookie year to his sophomore season, as his point total nearly doubled with Wheeling. The forward amassed 12 goals, 23 assists, and 35 points in 68 regular season games, then added two goals, three assists, and five points in 17 postseason contests. He was also the team's ...

Reynolds, Lowe, And Yorke Each Drive In 2 Runs, Pirates Beat Red Sox 8-3 After 2 1/2-Hour Delay

August 17, 2026

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Nick Yorke each had two RBIs to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Boston Red Sox 8-3 after a 2 1/2-hour rain delay on Sunday. The tarp came out after the sixth inning at 3:35 p.m. local time, and play resumed at 6:05. The Pirates won ...