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Mike Tomlin Addresses Controversial Call Against Steelers

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1 year ago

October 1, 2024

Mike Tomlin Addresses Controversial Call Against Steelers

PITTSBURGH — In the third quarter of the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-24 loss to the Indianapolis Colts, safety Minkah Fitzpatrick was flagged for unnecessary roughness after making contact with what looked like a defenseless wide receiver in Adonai Mitchell.

Fitzpatrick looked like he was attempting to avoid the contact, slowing down and moving much of his body away from Mitchell. That being said, he still hit Mitchell after he was unable to corral the pass from Joe Flacco.

Many people took exception to the flag, including former referee and current rules analyst Gene Steratore and Steelers safety Deshon Elliot. One of the most notable voices to speak up was head coach Mike Tomlin.

Tomlin spoke about the call during his weekly press conference today, highlighting his thoughts on the call.

“I didn’t like that call. I talked to New York yesterday, they didn’t like that call as well, but that doesn’t help me on a Monday,” Tomlin said. “The officials aren’t perfect. None of us are. We make mistakes in-game that we have to overcome, and if they make a mistake in-game, we better be prepared to overcome that as well.”

It’s important to note Tomlin’s point about it being set in stone. At the end of it all, you cannot dwell on plays that you believe you executed well that didn’t go your way. There is nothing, at least in the eyes of the team, that could have been done so you must move on.

Additionally, it is important to note that this missed call was not the only reason the Steelers ended up losing the game. As a coach and players it is important not to have the reason for winning or losing be penalties and other things out of the team’s control. Ideally, a team should not rely on penalties calls in one direction or another and should perform well enough that they do not matter.

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Hemingway’s Cafe in Oakland closing after more than four decades

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7 hours ago

January 9, 2026

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Hemingway’s Cafe in Oakland closing after more than four decades

January 9, 2026 / 6:04 AM EST
/ CBS Pittsburgh

A longtime staple near Pitt’s campus is closing its doors after more than four decades of business in Oakland.

Hemingway’s Cafe announced Thursday that it will be closing for good in May after more than 40 years along Forbes Avenue in the heart of Oakland.

“Since opening in 1983, Hemingway’s has been more than just a bar – it’s been a home, a meeting place, and an Oakland staple for generations of students, alumni, locals, and friends at the heart of the University of Pittsburgh,” the bar said.

Hemingway’s Cafe in Oakland has announced it will be closing for good in May after more than four decades of business near the University of Pittsburgh’s campus.

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The bar said while they are sad to be closing, they’re also grateful for the decades of memories, laughter, friendship, and traditions over the years.

“Thank you for making Hemingway’s what it has been for over four decades,” the bar said.

A final closing date for Hemingway’s hasn’t been announced.

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Jack McGregor, original founder of Pittsburgh Penguins, dies at 91

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19 hours ago

January 8, 2026

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Jack McGregor, original founder of Pittsburgh Penguins, dies at 91

January 8, 2026 / 8:28 PM EST
/ CBS Pittsburgh

Jack McGregor, a former state senator and the original founder of the Pittsburgh Penguins, died at the age of 91 on Tuesday. The organization announced the news in a post on social media on Thursday.

“The team extends our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and teammates during this difficult time,” a post on X said.

No other information was provided in the post, which was shared before the team’s game at PPG Paints Arena against the New Jersey Devils.

Pittsburgh Penguins original owner Jack McGregor drops a ceremonial puck between Evgeni Malkin #71 of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Ryan Getzlaf #15 of the Anaheim Ducks at PPG Paints Arena on October 15, 2016 in Pittsburgh.

(Photo Credit: Gregory Shamus/NHLI via Getty Images)

According to his biography on the United States Senate Library, McGregor served in the state Senate from 1963-1970. He represented District 44 in Allegheny County and was a Republican.

He was born in Kittanning, Armstrong County, and attended the University of Pittsburgh and Quinnipiac University before getting into politics, according to his biography. He also served in the United States Marine Corps.

In 1966, the NHL granted a franchise to Pittsburgh after McGregor formed a group of investors that included H. J. Heinz II and Art Rooney. McGregor was named president and chief executive officer by the investors and represented Pittsburgh on the NHL’s Board of Governors, according to his biography.

The team played its first game in 1967 at the Civic Arena. McGregor owned the team for four years before selling it.

There is also a scholarship in his name at Pitt. It aims to provide “financial assistance to a law student who excels academically and has committed to working in the public sector,” the university says.

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