Austin Irby homers again, leads East Carolina to Conway Regional final with 11-4 win over Gators
The Pirates (35-26) beat Florida in the regional opener Friday and bounced back from Saturday's 18-7 loss to Coastal Carolina to set up a Sunday night final against the Chanticleers. ECU would have to beat Coastal Carolina twice to go super regionals.
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Paul Skenes to be Joined by New MLB Top Pitching Prospect on Pirates Staff
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Pittsburgh Pirates are slogging through another dismal season, destined to miss the playoffs for the 10th season in a row, despite a starting rotation topped by the pitcher who is arguably the best in baseball — certainly in the top five — 23-year-old Paul Skenes. But as they sit 15 games out of a playoff spot in the National League with just 35 games remaining, the future looks a bit more encouraging because one thing the Pirates are not lacking for is prospect depth. BRADENTON, FLORIDA - MARCH 14: Bubba Chandler #57 of the Pittsburgh Pirates is congratulated by teammate Omar Alfonzo #50 after defeating the Baltimore Orioles 3-1 during a spring training game at LECOM Park on March... BRADENTON, FLORIDA - MARCH 14: Bubba Chandler #57 of the Pittsburgh Pirates is congratulated by teammate Omar Alfonzo #50 after defeating the Baltimore Orioles 3-1 during a spring training game at LECOM Park on March 14, 2024 in Bradenton, Florida. MoreThe Pirates currently have five prospects ranked in the MLB Pipeline Top 100, including the No. 1 prospect in baseball, 19-year old shortstop/center fielder Konnor Griffin. But Pittsburgh also has the top-ranked pitcher in the Pipeline rankings, the No. 7 overall prospect, right-hander Bubba Chandler, a 22-year-old former two-way player who was drafted in the third round with the 72nd overall pick in 2021. And it is the Lawrenceville, Georgia, native who, out of the Pirates' current elite prospect crop, will get the first shot at the big leagues. According to a report Wednesday by Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Chandler — whose given name is Roy Ruben Chandler — will make his MLB debut as early as Friday. But while Chandler will be joining Skenes, another top-ranked prospect before his promotion last season, on the Pittsburgh staff, it appears that he will not be added to the starting rotation now led by Skenes — at least not immediately. More MLB: Paul Skenes to Red Sox? Insane Trade Thought Pushed by MLB Network Host "Chandler will initially be used in a bulk role out of the bullpen," Hiles wrote. "He will also have an opportunity to start games for the Pirates in 2025." Chandler committed to play quarterback at Clemson out of high school, where he could have had the opportunity to take over the starting job from Trevor Lawrence. Instead, he chose baseball, helped along by a generous $3 million signing bonus — more than three times the designated value for the 72nd draft slot, which was $870,700. Chandler in 2021 was considered a first-round draft prospect both as a pitcher and as a shortstop, but fell to the third round likely due to his Clemson commitment, where he was offered scholarships to play both football and baseball. But the Pirates offered him a first-round-level bonus, and the opportunity to both hit and pitch at the professional level. But after doing double duty on the mound and at designated hitter in the 2021 and 2022 minor league seasons, Chandler hung up his bat to focus solely on pitching starting in 2023. The top prospect's fastball has topped out at 96.7 mph, and he also possesses a slider and changeup that both register in the upper 80s, providing good separation from his four-seamer. The Pirates as of Wednesday afternoon had not confirmed the Post-Gazette reports, or when Chandler would be expected pitch in an MLB game for the first time. More MLB: Pirates Owner Wasting Paul Skenes Era, 'Should be Embarrassed,' MLB Analyst Says
New York Times
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San Francisco is also monitoring the trade market, The Athletic's Dianna Russini reported. We've divided the list into four groups, ranging from players who would at least grab San Francisco's attention to those who are no better than the current 49ers receivers, whom they could likely land on their practice squad. All 31 teams are listed. Kendrick Bourne, New England Patriots: This will be the name that most excites 49ers fans — and perhaps head coach Kyle Shanahan — given Bourne's productive four-year tenure in San Francisco. He also had his most prolific season (800 yards and five touchdowns) with Mac Jones and the Patriots in 2021. It's easy to envision a scenario in which Jennings and Pearsall begin the season as the starters with Bourne playing out of the slot. Bourne, 30, could be the odd man out should New England go with a younger core at the position. Could the 49ers trade for Bourne if the Patriots don't release him? They might look at that closer to the trade deadline when the team's murky receiver outlook is clearer. Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Seattle Seahawks: New offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak likes Valdes-Scantling, with whom he also worked in New Orleans. The question is whether the 30-year-old veteran will be happy with a backup role in the Seahawks' receiving corps. If not, Seattle could release him, making him a candidate in San Francisco. Valdez-Scantling still has deep speed as shown by his 22.6-yard receiving average last season and he'd be able to quickly step into the 49ers' offensive system given his background with Kubiak. Other Seahawks who could be available include Dareke Young and perhaps special teams ace Jake Bobo. Advertisement Dante Pettis, New Orleans Saints: Before you freak out — Shanahan loved Pettis' route-running ability. He wasn't as happy with the 2018 second-round pick's toughness, which is why Pettis was cut midway through 2020. Like the players listed above, Pettis would be able to get up to speed quickly given his background with Shanahan and Kubiak (2024 Saints). He also returns punts. Veteran Donovan Peoples-Jones also could be available. Curtis Samuel, Buffalo Bills: There's at least some chance the oft-injured Samuel will be available in some form — trade or release — over the next week. Though he's underachieved since arriving in Buffalo last year, the 49ers might like his versatility, including being able to take snaps at tailback. Robert Woods, Pittsburgh Steelers: Woods' numbers have steadily dropped since he had a 1,134-yard season with the Rams in 2019. But the 33-year-old would be familiar with the offense, having spent five seasons under one Shanahan lieutenant, Sean McVay, and two under another, Bobby Slowik (Houston, 2023-24). Woods could be a reliable bridge to when Robinson and Aiyuk return. Malachi Corley, New York Jets: The 49ers hosted Corley on a pre-draft visit last year, and he was drafted in the third round by Robert Saleh's Jets. He remains raw as a receiver, but his ability to break tackles will remind some of Deebo Samuel. Another one-time Saleh favorite, Xavier Gipson, also could be available. Courtney Jackson, Denver Broncos: Like Corley, Jackson is a developmental player, though one with special teams value along with impressive quickness. The rookie ran a 4.38-second 40 — with a 1.5-second 10-yard split — in the run up to the draft. Mitchell Tinsley, Cincinnati Bengals: Tinsley made a splash on national television Monday with two catches for 73 yards and two touchdowns. The question now is whether the Bengals keep him, cut him or try to trade him. MITCHELL TINSLEY HAVE A DAY!!!! #CINvsWAS on @espn — Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) August 19, 2025 Justin Watson, Houston Texans: He's never been prolific, but Watson, 29, has 21 starts (including playoffs) for the Chiefs over the last three seasons. He also had 54 receiving yards against the 49ers in the 2023 Super Bowl. Ronnie Bell, Detroit Lions: Yes, yes, yes — we know his stint in San Francisco didn't go swimmingly (see: 2024 game at Los Angeles Rams). But Bell knows all three receiver positions and could get up to speed quickly. Advertisement Jalen Reagor, Los Angeles Chargers: He's the most experienced — 27 career starts — of the Chargers who might be available. Another possibility: Brenden Rice, son of Jerry. If Rice replaced Terique Owens as a 49ers developmental receiver, it would be … poetic. Trey Palmer, Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Receivers who run 4.33 40s at 6 foot 1 don't grow on trees. Veteran Sterling Shepard also might be available next week. Diontae Johnson, Cleveland Browns: Johnson, who once had 107 catches in a single season, is on his fifth different team in the past 18 months and is expected to be cut. Of course, the 49ers would have to look into why the talent-starved Browns released him. Skyy Moore, Kansas City Chiefs: The 2022 second-round pick could be available due to a lack of production this summer, coupled with a crowded Chiefs receiving corps. David Moore, Carolina Panthers: He's a journeyman who's been dependable wherever he's been. Ryan Flournoy, Dallas Cowboys: Good speed plus good size makes him a worthy developmental prospect. Tyler Scott, Chicago Bears: A 2023 fourth-round pick who had 17 catches as a rookie but just one last season, Scott also has return-man skills. Terrace Marshall Jr., Philadelphia Eagles: The 49ers had Marshall on their practice squad for a month and a half last year. River Cracraft, Washington Commanders: Having played for the 49ers and Dolphins in the past, he'd be dependable on an as-needed basis. Xavier Smith, Los Angeles Rams: Smith's 38-yard punt return against the 49ers in Week 3 last year set up his team's game-winning field goal. His time with the Rams signals he'd be able to mesh quickly with the 49ers' offense. Malik Heath, Green Bay Packers: He's been a fill-in over his career, but he's got good size (6-3, 213) and is familiar with the type of offensive system the 49ers run. Advertisement Laquon Treadwell, Indianapolis Colts: He's a big-bodied receiver who always seems to latch on to a roster. The 49ers hosted him on a pre-draft visit way back in 2016. 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CBS News
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- CBS News
Dallas Cowboys host open practice at The Star
The Dallas Cowboys are back from Oxnard and are now continuing their training camp at their headquarters, The Star in Frisco. The team is hosting an open practice at The Star in Frisco on Wednesday, August 20 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. CBS News Texas is proud to be the Official Cowboys Station and we will stream the open practice on our streaming channel. You can watch that live from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on the CBS News app. Just look for the Texas section.
