Steelers training camp: Are Najee Harris and Pat Freiermuth hold-in candidates?

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On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast by Mike's Beer Bar, the Post-Gazette's Christopher Carter and Steelers insider Brian Batko discuss everything you need to know before the start of Pittsburgh Steelers training camp on Thursday, July 25. Which Steelers are the top hold-in candidates to start training camp? Should we be surprised if it’s either Pat Freiermuth or Najee Harris? Also, what are the top storylines and positional battles to monitor ahead of players reporting on Wednesday, July 24? Then later, Pirates insider Noah Hiles joins Christopher to talk about the Pirates’ recent series victory over the first-place Philadelphia Phillies and look ahead to the MLB trade deadline on July 30. Are the Pirates more trade buyers after a strong stretch? Or will GM Ben Cherington make smaller moves to keep building incrementally on the team’s recent success? If you haven’t already, subscribe to the sports department’s YouTube channel so you don’t miss a video with our reporters, columnists and their special guests. And for more sports, visit post-gazette.com.