With Wednesday's NHL trade deadline quickly approaching, the long discussed and debated topic of what the Penguins will do should finally come to a resolution. Will the Pens make that splash deal for a winger to play with Crosby? Will they improve their bottom six forward situation by adding some grit, size, and toughness to the team? If the rumors are true, the Penguins could do both by acquiring the Vancouver Canucks do it all forward, Ryan Kesler. We know Pens GM Ray Shero has never been ... Read More
PSN Video Cast Episode 7: Rewind
In case you missed today's show, Michael Waterloo, Gar Bercury and Jon Pennline were joined by Duquesne guard Micah Mason. The guys then discussed the Steelers draft, the Pirates and the Penguins game against the Chicago Blackhawks. Tune in next week for another live episode at 11 a.m. ... Read More
Blackhawks embarrass Penguins at Soldier Field
If the Penguins were looking for a barometer on how they stack up with the best team in the NHL, they got a good taste of it at Soldier Field in Chicago. The game started slow with snow falling heavily down on the ice. The first period was delayed multiple times as ice crews cleared the rink. The Blackhawks dominated the Penguins for most of the Stadium Series game en route to a 5-1 win, Saturday night. Chicago possessed the puck for most of the night, heavily out shot the Penguins ... Read More
Fleury’s outdoor hockey mask revealed
In goal magazine released an image of Marc-Andre Fleury's helmet that he'll wear for the outdoor Stadium Series game against the Chicago Blackhawks. Take a look. ... Read More
PSN Videocast episode 6: Rewind
If you missed our show from earlier, Michael Waterloo, Jon Pennline and Gar Bercury discussed the gold medal game, USA's collapse and many Pirates topics. Remember, each Sunday at 11 a.m. we go LIVE. ... Read More
Pittsburgh Sporting News Episode 6
Tune in LIVE for a slew of topics discussed by our four-man panel of Michael Waterloo, Matt Shetler, Gar Bercury and Jon Pennline. ... Read More
The Mount Rushmore Of Pittsburgh Sports
Mount Rushmore is one of the most iconic pieces of Americana that we have in this country. Located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Mount Rushmore honors four of the most iconic Presidents to ever lead the United States of America. As I was sitting in class on this fine President’s Day I began to ponder, who would be the four faces that would represent the Pittsburgh Sporting world if it was decided to carve out a Yinzer style of Mount Rushmore up on Mt. Washington? Now picking four faces ... Read More
PSN Videocast Episode 5: Rewind
In case you missed it, our Michael Waterloo, Jon Pennline, Travis Berardi, Gar Bercury and the Trib's Daniel Dudley discussed Team USA's hot start, whether or not we know who Pitt basketball is, A.J. Burnett's signing in Philly, concerns over the starting rotation and if Andrew Lambo is getting an unfair shake. Remember, we have our live show each Sunday at 11 a.m.! ... Read More
Pittsburgh Sporting News Videocast: Episode 5
This week, Michael Waterloo, Gar Bercury, Travis Berardi, Jon Pennline and Daniel Dudley discuss the Olympics, tons of Pirates talk, Pitt basketball, A.J. Burnett, Jason Worilds/LaMarr Woodley and much more. ... Read More
Engelland’s value can’t be overlooked
A few months back, we had asked the question of whether the Penguins lack grit heading into the season. While this club could still use some of that intangible as we inch closer to the playoffs, Deryk Engelland has proven that he will answer the bell when push comes to shove. Last month, we rated Engelland as one of the ten best fighters in Penguins history. In 2011, former NHL enforcer Jim Thomson selected Engelland as the best fighter in the NHL, calling him, "the hardest puncher by ... Read More