Multiple sources have reported that A.J. Burnett has signed a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Phillies worth $16 million. Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com has reported Burnett turned down a $12M offer from Pittsburgh. #pirates offered aj burnett $12M. very fair offer, yet still blown away by #phillies' $16M bid. — Jon Heyman (@JonHeymanCBS) February 13, 2014 The news comes hours after the Pirates opened up spring training for pitchers and catchers. After last season, Burnett told 93.7 ... Read More
Rewind: Pittsburgh Sporting News Videocast Episode 4
In case you missed it, here is episode four of the PSN Videocast. Michael Waterloo, Matt Shetler, Jon Pennline, Gar Bercury and Daniel "DD" Dudley discuss National Signing Day, Kris Letang, Marcus Smart, the Olympics, grading the Pirates offseason and Ryan Clark's comments. Be sure to watch the show live each Sunday at 11 a.m. ... Read More
Pittsburgh Sporting News Videocast Episode 4
Listen LIVE to the latest edition of the Pittsburgh Sporting News video cast. Michael Waterloo, Matt Shetler, Jon Pennline and Gar Bercury will be joined by Daniel Dudley of TribLIVE Radio. Be sure to tune in each and every Sunday at 11 a.m. ... Read More
Pirate HOF Ralph Kiner Has Passed Away at Age 91.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame has announced that former Pirate slugger and Hall of Famer, Ralph Kiner has passed away at the age of 91. The Hall said Kiner died at his home in Rancho Mirage, CA with his family at his side. Pirates President Frank Coonelly has released a statement on Kiner's passing. “All of us at the Pittsburgh Pirates have heavy hearts upon learning of Ralph Kiner’s passing. Ralph was one of the greatest players to ever wear a Pirates uniform and was a tireless ... Read More
Archive: Pittsburgh Sporting News video cast episode 3
If you missed our live show, be sure to check out the full product right here. Our Michael Waterloo, Jon Pennline and Gar Bercury discuss the NFL Hall of Fame, the Penguins, the Super Bowl and A.J. Burnett. Be sure to catch the live show each Sunday at 11 a.m. ... Read More
Pittsburgh Sporting News Videocast: Episode 3
Our Michael Waterloo, Jon Pennline and Gar Bercury discuss the latest topics from the local scene, as well as the national stage on today's PSN Videocast. ... Read More
The Pirates are wise to move on from Burnett
It has been rumored that AJ Burnett will return to pitch at least one more season in 2014 but also very likely that he will not return as a Pittsburgh Pirate. Social media has logged countless reactions from the Pittsburgh faithful, many of whom are disappointed that the Pirates didn't give Burnett the $14 million he is "worth". One in particular caught my eye by a media member from 93.7 the Fan who is well-known but not exactly popular in the Steel City. "Ya know, you can't always shop ... Read More
Burnett to pitch in 2014
Travis Sawchik of the Trib has reported via twitter that A.J. Burnett will pitch in 2014. Sawchik tweeted that, "A.J. Burnett will return to pitch in 2014, per source. Burnett will be open to pitching for a club other than the Pirates Last season, Burnett told reporters and news outlets he would either retire or come back to Pittsburgh. Those plans seemed to have changed as Sawchik also reports that Burnett may be looking towards other options than the Pirates. According to Sawchik, the ... Read More
Archive: Pittsburgh Sporting News Episode 2
If you missed it, here is the full video cast from earlier today. Michael Waterloo and Jon Pennline discuss the Pirates, Ford City vs. Leechburg, Penguins, Pitt vs. Duke, Super Bowl, MLB Replay, getting rid of the extra point and the Royal Rumble. Yes, the Royal Rumble. Be sure to check out a new live show every Sunday at 11 a.m. ... Read More
Pittsburgh Sporting News Videocast: Episode 2
Tune in LIVE to the Pittsburgh Sporting News Video Cast! ... Read More