Monday morning, Gerrit Cole had a chance to play tour guide, showing off the sites Pittsburgh had to offer, but his guest was a familiar face. After sleeping in his own bed and swimming in a pool he helped build, Neil Walker made his long-awaited return to Pittsburgh as his new team, the New York Mets, are visiting town for a three-game series. This past off-season, Walker was traded to the Mets, a trade that shocked people and caused anxiety because of several factors. For one, his ... Read More
Archives for June 2016
In Game 4, Penguins hoping to rebound from Game 3 overtime loss
Pittsburgh Penguins Last time out, the Pittsburgh Penguins were defeated 3-2 in overtime, and they now look to redeem themselves after a disappointing Game 3. Pittsburgh goaltender Matt Murray allowed a goal he surely wishes he could get back: a top-shelf game-winner to Joonas Donskoi. Murray, however, is 4-0 in games following a loss this playoff season, which spells good news for the Penguins entering Game 4. However, Pittsburgh's power play has yet to score a goal this series, going ... Read More
Watson’s struggles continue in loss to Angels
Tony Watson's struggles continued Sunday afternoon and his two runs allowed in the eighth inning cost the Pittsburgh Pirates in a 5-4 loss to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. The runs came from a familiar source in Albert Pujols' bat. Pujols tormented Pirates fans for years with his power and with this homer, he now has 30 for his career at PNC Park. Watson (1-2) has been known as one of the best and consistent set-up men in baseball but has now given up at least one run in his last ... Read More
Penguins drop Game 3 to Sharks in overtime, 3-2
Two overtime games in a row, two overtime goals by rookies. But this time, it was San Jose Sharks rookie Joonas Donskoi — not the Pittsburgh Penguins' Conor Sheary — who played hero, winning the game for the Sharks, 3-2, 12 minutes and 18 seconds into overtime in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals. On his home ice, the Finnish rookie delivered San Jose its first-ever Stanley Cup game win and cut the series deficit in half. (The Penguins lead, 2-1). Donskoi made a nice move around the back of ... Read More
Vincent scores as Hounds fall to Charleston, 2-1
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds’ reunion with Rob Vincent has actually turned out to be pretty bittersweet, as the Hounds fell, 2-1. Vincent, who is on a one-game loan from D.C. United, provided the team’s only goal against the Charleston Battery on Saturday night. The match, which was held at a packed Highmark Stadium, was a homecoming for Vincent, but also a chance for him to get playing time in, as he hasn’t been used much with D.C. United. “It was really nice to see everyone again,” Vincent ... Read More
Pirates overcome Angels’ rally
The Pittsburgh Pirates appeared to have run away from the Los Angeles Angels after a five-run seventh inning, but the visitors plated four right after, and it was game on once again. Despite this comeback, the Pirates came away with an 8-7 victory Saturday night. Jeff Locke (5-3) helped the Pirates end a four-game losing streak, pitching seven innings and allowing no walks for the second consecutive start. The Angels struck first for the second game in a row as Kole Calhoun hit a home ... Read More
Penguins, Sharks ready for pivotal Game 3
Pittsburgh Penguins Last time out, Conor Sheary and the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the San Jose Sharks quickly in overtime. Now, entering Game 3 on the road and up 2-0 in the series, the Penguins are just two wins away from hoisting the Cup. The Penguins have seen a mix of both veteran and rookie presence in this series, which has been devastating for the Sharks. While not scoring a ton, Sidney Crosby has been stellar for the Penguins, and Evgeni Malkin has been his superstar self, as ... Read More
Riverhounds re-sign midfielder, former captain Danny Earls
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds made a big roster move Friday afternoon, adding former Riverhound Danny Earls back on the roster. Last season, Earls was the captain of the team. The Irish-born midfielder first started his campaign with the Riverhounds in 2014, and didn’t re-sign with the team prior to this season. Earls had 52 appearances with the Riverhounds, scored four goals and produced nine assists. Earls will be joining with a familiar face on the pitch. He and current Riverhounds captain ... Read More
Pirates’ losing streak continues with loss to Angels
A return to PNC Park didn't help the Pittsburgh Pirates, as they lost 9-2 to the Los Angeles Angels. The loss is the Pirates' fourth-straight and fifth in the past six games. Once again, Francisco Liriano (4-5) struggled with command and location. The end result was an early exit — he lasted a season-low 3.1 innings after allowing seven runs (six earned) on 10 hits. The Angels wasted no time setting the tone in the game, as Mike Trout and Johnny Giavotella each had RBI singles in a ... Read More
Rob Vincent excited to be back with Riverhounds for one-game loan
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds got some much needed help with some veteran presence in Friday morning’s practice: Rob Vincent. Vincent, who was with the Riverhounds from 2013-15, is back in Pittsburgh on loan for one game. The Liverpool, England-born player, who is now signed with D.C. United, said he was eager to come back to the Riverhounds to get more minutes under his belt. “I’m really enjoying (my time at D.C. United),” Vincent said. “It’s always been my dream to play in the MLS. I’m just ... Read More