Wednesday night I chose to watch the Pittsburgh Penguins battle the Boston Bruins. I am positive there was no comparison in ratings as it went up against a World Series champion being crowned, but, nevertheless, those of you who watched the game were treated to the best game this year. High emotions on the ice, crowd amped and a playoff vibe were all contributors to what was a fantastic game. Penguins fans and hockey fans tuned in knowing the caliber of game they were going to ... Read More
Archives for October 2013
PSAC West Week 9 news and notes
The PSAC West took in another week of playing each other. Not many surprises surfaced. They're square off against each other again in Week 9. 2013 Football Standings SCHOOL CONF CPCT. OVERALL PCT. STREAK WEST Slippery ... Read More
Pens hang on against B’s in thriller
It may have only been the thirteenth game of the season, but the intensity was ratcheted up to a playoff-like atmosphere, Wednesday night between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Boston Bruins. Unlike the Eastern Conference Finals from last spring, one that saw the Bruins sweep Pittsburgh in four games, the Penguins were able to beat goaltender Tuukka Rask for just enough goals to hold on. Jarome Iginla made his way into this inter-conference rivalry, this time playing opposite of the Penguins, ... Read More
Has Coaching Preparation Hindered the Steelers?
Talent is no longer an excuse for the Steelers. The Pittsburgh Steelers have a tendency to play to the level of their opponents. Last week, the Steelers looked flat against an average Oakland Raiders team. The week prior, the Steelers played their arch rival, the Baltimore Ravens, played at a high level and picked up a win. So call me crazy, call me insane, and everything else I've heard over the years, but I am calling for a Steelers win this Sunday at New England. To those who have ... Read More
Cup of Joe: Why does Pittsburgh hate the NBA?
It's getting to be that time of the year again. Somewhere, on some blog or some radio station, you'll hear the discussion as to whether or not Pittsburgh could support an NBA team. In fact, we discussed this topic last year HERE. But that isn't what this post is about. That's old news. Yesterday, on the Pittsburgh Sporting News Facebook page, I asked if the people of Pittsburgh cared that the NBA season was about to tip off. Here were some of the more entertaining responses: Jay Urso - ... Read More
Three Pirates Fall Short of Rawlings Gold Glove Award
Andrew McCutchen, Russell Martin and Starling Marte were shut out on Tuesday night for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award. Carlos Gomez defeated Andrew McCutchen for the NL Gold Glove in CF. Cutch recorded 321 put-outs (5th among NL CF's) while assisting on 11 plays (3rd among NL CF's) and recording 3 double plays (1st among NL CF's). His wins over replacement was an 8.2 which is 3rd for all NL players in 2013. Russell Martin fell to Yadier Molina for the catchers award. Martins 103 assists at ... Read More
Steelers still have a tiny window
The Pittsburgh Steelers were riding a two-game winning streak when they traveled to Oakland to take on the Raiders in Week 8. The Raiders were on a 10-year streak of losing after their bye week, as it seemed to be a great opportunity for Pittsburgh to get a third consecutive win, and stay within reach of the AFC North title race. Unfortunately, for the Steelers, the 2013 season may have ended on Sunday. The loss as we all know brings the Steelers record to a dismal 2-5 on the year. At this ... Read More
Meet Jayson Megna
It’s argumentative that the Penguins lack depth in forwards. After all, we have had Deryk Engelland playing as a forward for a few games now. However, Penguins’ fans have had a privilege of seeing a new up-and-comer in a young stud by the name of Jayson Megna. For those who have followed the Penguins and know their farm system talent, this name is not new, as he has been with the franchise for over a year now. For some though, it may have been lost within the shuffles. Megna has been a part ... Read More
Megna’s big night ends three game skid for Pens
With an injury-filled line up and a three game losing streak, the Pittsburgh Penguins needed a spark to prevail over the Carolina Hurricanes, Monday night. Enter Jayson Megna. Playing in his second game for the Penguins since being recalled on October 24th, Megna scored his first career goal and added an assist in a 3-1 victory at PNC Arena. Tanner Glass also scored his second goal of the year and Chris Kunitz finished off a beautiful pass from Sidney Crosby. Marc-Andre Fleury was ... Read More
Steelers reports card after loss to Raiders
This took almost a half day to comprehend, but after another ugly loss to the Oakland Raiders, this time a 21-18 defeat to drop the Pittsburgh Steelers to 2-5 on the season, I'm back with my weekly Steelers report card. Just later in the day than usual. The Steelers fell in a hole from the first play of the game on thanks to a 93-yard touchdown run from Raiders' quarterback Terrelle Pryor and thanks to a ton of gaffes along the way, never recovered. Thanks to a late rally the ... Read More