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Gene Collier: Ottawa desperate? It sure didn't look that way

Gene Collier: Ottawa desperate? It sure didn't look that way

2013-05-25 00:35:46

The feisty Penguins, not the Senators, had the look of a team on the brink of elimination in Game 5.


Senators captain Alfredsson on the mark in the end

Senators captain Alfredsson on the mark in the end

2013-05-25 00:32:51

Daniel Alfredsson's controversial comment about the Senators' slim chances to win the series came true after all.


Tough, smart Cooke gets Penguins on move

Tough, smart Cooke gets Penguins on move

2013-05-25 00:32:20

Known more for some controversial plays, Matt Cooke is playing perhaps the best hockey of his career for the Penguins this postseason.


Penguins Notebook: Long stretch of starts no problem for Vokoun

Penguins Notebook: Long stretch of starts no problem for Vokoun

2013-05-25 00:31:51

His unexpected heavy work load in the postseason doesn't bother Penguins goalie Tomas Vokoun.


Brewers' Estrada outduels Pirates' Burnett again, 2-1

Brewers' Estrada outduels Pirates' Burnett again, 2-1

2013-05-25 00:23:13

The Pirates' loss to the Milwaukee Brewers Friday night ended their four-game winning streak.


Biking: Two Peters Township bridges to end trail gap

2013-05-25 00:22:18

Two Washington County bridges will remove another gap in bike trail


District notebook: Allegheny softball team finds success

2013-05-25 00:22:05

Allegheny College softball team finishes successful season a game short of Division III World Series.


Local boxer Vasquez tries to stay undefeated

2013-05-25 00:21:51

Mon Valley native and military veteran Sam Vasquez will headline a Saturday boxing card at the Rostraver Ice Garden.


Scouting report: Power vs. Cleveland Gladiators

2013-05-25 00:20:34

Previewing the Power's home game tonight at Consol Energy Center.


James Neal's hat trick leads Penguins to 6-2 victory

James Neal's hat trick leads Penguins to 6-2 victory

2013-05-25 00:19:06

The Penguins will play Boston or the New York Rangers for the right to go to the Stanley Cup final.


Pitt baseball outlasts Seton Hall in Big East championships

2013-05-25 00:17:34

The Pitt baseball team topped Seton Hall in thrilling fashion to advance to the semifinals of the Big East championships.


Pirates bullpen working well, and a lot

Pirates bullpen working well, and a lot

2013-05-25 00:16:03

Pirates notebook: Bullpen leads majors in ERA, is second in innings pitched.


Hempfield standout leaps to silver medal

Hempfield standout leaps to silver medal

2013-05-25 00:06:46

Spartans standout Maddie Holmberg just missed a gold medal in the long jump at the PIAA Class AAA track and field championships.


Penguins beat Senators, 6-1

2013-05-25 00:04:54

Penguins beat Senators, 6-1


Last chapter unwritten for book on punter

Last chapter unwritten for book on punter

2013-05-25 00:03:16

Steelers will let freshly signed veteran Brian Moorman compete with second-year punter Drew Butler


Plenty of holiday festivities

2013-05-24 08:42:04

A number of speedways in the area will offer a plethora of attractions this Labor Day weekend, including the return of the Big Block Modifie


On the Steelers: Roethlisberger gets new guardian in Gilbert

On the Steelers: Roethlisberger gets new guardian in Gilbert

2013-05-24 00:15:19

The offensive tackle is working toward becoming the quarterback's premier bodyguard, protecting his blind side.


Perfect game lifts Canon-Mac in WPIAL softball playoffs

2013-05-24 00:14:20

Alayna Astuto was perfect as she helped the Big Macs blank Hempfield, 5-0, and advance to the Class AAA championship.


Briefs: Notre Dame stifles Pitt in Big East baseball tournament

2013-05-24 00:13:16

The Panthers fell to the Irish, 5-3, in the second round of the conference playoffs; former PSU QB Bench transfers to South Florida.


Penguins eye clincher tonight against Senators

Penguins eye clincher tonight against Senators

2013-05-24 00:12:43

With a 3-1 series lead, the Penguins have the opportunity to finish a playoff series at home for the first time since 2008.


District Fishing Report: 5.24.13

2013-05-24 00:11:33

A roundup of what's biting on the region's waterways.


Seton-LaSalle fulfills promise in WPIAL boys lacrosse championship

2013-05-24 00:09:49

In 2010, the Seton-LaSalle boys lacrosse team won just one game and got beat in a scrimmage, 30-1. Four years later, they're champions.


Penguins notebook: Understanding Alfredsson's comments

2013-05-24 00:08:57

Alfredsson's comments don't have Penguins resting easy


Shaler captures first WPIAL Division II girls lacrosse championship

2013-05-24 00:08:32

In a game featuring two lightning delays and plenty of scoring, Shaler Area rallied to defeat Chartiers Valley, 15-14.


Pirates Notebook: McCutchen's statistics on sharp rise in May

Pirates Notebook: McCutchen's statistics on sharp rise in May

2013-05-24 00:06:10

After a sluggish start, Pirates center fielder Andrew McCutchen's game has blossomed this month.


Collier: Bylsma tough in clutch

2013-05-24 00:05:44

Coach Dan Bylsma served his team well when it needed him most in the first two rounds of the playoffs


North Allegheny, Ambridge soar again at WPIAL volleyball championships

2013-05-24 00:03:35

It's not often that an athletic program can legitimately be referred to as a dynasty.


Pirates give tip of the Stetson to slugger Allie

Pirates give tip of the Stetson to slugger Allie

2013-05-24 00:02:32

The shift from pitcher to hitter has improved Stetson Allie's mental approach to baseball and rescued his pro career with the Pirates.


Pirates sweep Cubs, go to 11 over .500 with 4-2 win

Pirates sweep Cubs, go to 11 over .500 with 4-2 win

2013-05-23 23:45:50

Andrew McCutchen drove in two runs and scored another Thursday at PNC Park to move to a 29-18 record this season.


Time set for Sept. 14 Pitt-New Mexico game

2013-05-23 16:56:28

The game at Heinz Field will kick off at 12:30 p.m. and be broadcast on the ACC Network.


Steelers sign three more draft picks

2013-05-23 16:50:17

Those signing contracts include wide receiver Markus Wheaton, cornerback Terry Hawthorne and wide receiver Justin Brown.


Steelers sign two draft picks

Steelers sign two draft picks

2013-05-23 11:30:14

Wide receiver Markus Wheaton and cornerback Terry Hawthorne agreed to four-year deals.


High School Athletes of the Week

2013-05-23 00:41:31

Nelson Westwood had a triple as the Quakers defeated Deer Lakes, 4-0, Tuesday in the WPIAL Class AA baseball semifinals.


High School Softball: Wilson dominant as Riverside rolls

High School Softball: Wilson dominant as Riverside rolls

2013-05-23 00:39:23

It had been 15 years since two undefeated teams met so deep into the WPIAL softball season.


Shaler's Schwartz ready to chase history in 1,600

Shaler's Schwartz ready to chase history in 1,600

2013-05-23 00:35:41

Brianna Schwartz had always favored basketball. Distance racing was a distant second on her list of favorite sports.


Liriano leads Pirates to 1-0 victory over Cubs

Liriano leads Pirates to 1-0 victory over Cubs

2013-05-23 00:33:59

Pitcher Francisco Liriano continued his dominance since returning from the disabled list earlier this month, striking out nine batters.


Penguins beat Senators, 7-3, to take 3-1 lead in series

Penguins beat Senators, 7-3, to take 3-1 lead in series

2013-05-23 00:31:09

They can secure a spot in the Eastern Conference final with a victory in Game 5 at 7:38 p.m. tomorrow at Consol Energy Center.


West Xtra: Young Bobcats a playoff surprise

West Xtra: Young Bobcats a playoff surprise

2013-05-23 00:26:31

For the first time since 1998, Beaver has secured a spot in the WPIAL softball playoffs.


West Xtra: Blackhawk duo hunts PIAA medals

2013-05-23 00:24:29

A tennis doubles team representing Blackhawk High School will compete in this weekend's state tournament in Hershey.


West Xtra: It's two more golds for Hopewell star

2013-05-23 00:22:44

Hopewell's Shatori Walker-Kimbrough adds to her impressive high school athletic resume by winning two WPIAL track and field championships.


West Xtra: Seniors lead Beaver to WPIAL title game

2013-05-23 00:22:31

One would have to pardon the Beaver baseball team while it sits back and enjoys a senior moment.


North Xtra: Seneca Valley, North Allegheny to meet again for title

2013-05-23 00:19:27

Two-time defending champ Seneca Valley, North Allegheny meet again, this time for WPIAL Class AAAA title.


North Xtra: 'Usual suspects' lead Deer Lakes

2013-05-23 00:19:14

Preseason No. 1 Deer Lakes finishes regular season unbeaten behind veteran group of familiar faces.


Steelers' Heath Miller has no answer for when he will play

Steelers' Heath Miller has no answer for when he will play

2013-05-23 00:19:00

The tight end still is not sure when he will return to active duty after a severe knee injury ended his 2012 season.


North Xra: North Allegheny, Mt. Lebanon cross sticks for WPIAL championship

North Xra: North Allegheny, Mt. Lebanon cross sticks for WPIAL championship

2013-05-23 00:18:45

Top-seeded Mt. Lebanon, No. 2 North Allegheny collide in WPIAL Division I boys lacrosse championship.


East Xtra: Power outage does in Hempfield

2013-05-23 00:18:22

Hempfield falls in WPIAL semifinals, but looks to regroup with PIAA berth on the line.


South Xtra: Mt. Lebo in pursuit of a title

South Xtra: Mt. Lebo in pursuit of a title

2013-05-23 00:18:22

Mt. Lebanon will vie for the WPIAL Division I boys lacrosse title tonight when it meets North Allegheny.


North Xtra: WPIAL title fulfilling for North Allegheny senior

2013-05-23 00:17:44

With WPIAL gold now in hand, North Allegheny sprinter Kyle Shivetts shifts his focus to the PIAA championships.


East/South Xtra: Serra continues to build softball program

2013-05-23 00:17:00

Risk pays off with productive season for Serra Catholic softball team.


North Xtra: Springdale's Lelis retains hurdles titles

2013-05-23 00:16:35

With WPIAL titles now secured, Springdale's Emily Lelis sets sights on PIAA championships.


South Xtra: Washington's McKenzie takes his mind off recruiting by winning titles

South Xtra: Washington's McKenzie takes his mind off recruiting by winning titles

2013-05-23 00:15:42

Washington's Shai McKenzie is a hot name on the college football recruiting trail, but he's also a standout in track and field.


North Xtra: He's Mr. Reliable for Deer Lakes

2013-05-23 00:15:18

Pitcher/outfielder Adam Fredley has been a key player for the Deer Lakes baseball team.


South Xtra: South Park grad breaks Big Ten record at Ohio State

South Xtra: South Park grad breaks Big Ten record at Ohio State

2013-05-23 00:15:16

Billy Stanley won a PIAA championship last year in the javelin throw -- this year he is the Big Ten champ at Ohio State.


Brandon Sutter hoping faceoff slump is over

2013-05-23 00:14:52

Penguins notebook: Sutter hopes to rediscover his knack for winning faceoffs on a consistent basis sooner than later.


North Xtra: Shady Side, Sewickley eliminated

North Xtra: Shady Side, Sewickley eliminated

2013-05-23 00:13:42

It was singles play that ultimately doomed Shady Side and Sewickley at the PIAA team tennis tournaments last weekend.


South Xtra: Mt. Lebanon freshman finds a silver lining

2013-05-23 00:11:40

Mt. Lebanon freshman Kelsey Potts got a good look at a record-setting performance at her first WPIAL track championship meet last week.


East Xtra: Obama vetoes Allderdice for volleyball title

2013-05-23 00:10:48

Young Obama Academy volleyball team gains experience in a hurry en route to second City title in a row.


Ron Cook: Things quickly turn out all right for Penguins

Ron Cook: Things quickly turn out all right for Penguins

2013-05-23 00:10:05

The Penguins are too strong and too loaded for the Ottawa Senators, and proved it with a 7-3 victory in Game 4, Cook writes.


Penguins create a burst of power vs. Senators

Penguins create a burst of power vs. Senators

2013-05-23 00:09:40

After early miscue, power play rights itself, turns out be big factor in win.


East Xtra: Combine provides players 'audition'

East Xtra: Combine provides players 'audition'

2013-05-23 00:09:15

Area high school players show off talents in front of college coaches at first combine at Hempfield.


East Xtra: Gateway's Bauccio gives it his best shot

East Xtra: Gateway's Bauccio gives it his best shot

2013-05-23 00:09:01

Gateway senior thrower Anthony Bauccio's road to the winner's platform has been a long and hard-fought one.


East Xtra: Hempfield girl doubles WPIAL pleasure

East Xtra: Hempfield girl doubles WPIAL pleasure

2013-05-23 00:08:22

Hempfield sophomore Maddie Holmberg captures WPIAL gold, now sets sights on PIAA championships.


Penguins beat Senators, 7-3

2013-05-23 00:07:45

Penguins beat Senators, 7-3


West Xtra: OLSH senior runner wins a landmark title

2013-05-23 00:06:45

Matt Haupt, a senior, became the first male athlete at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart to win a gold medal at the WPIAL championships.


West Xtra: Vikings get shot at title

West Xtra: Vikings get shot at title

2013-05-23 00:06:44

Hopewell will take on undefeated South Park in the WPIAL Class AAA championship game Tuesday.


Liriano (3-0) outduels Chicago's Samardzija

2013-05-23 00:04:51

Francisco Liriano said he worked hard this offseason to perfect a tweak in his delivery.


Pitt wins opener at Big East Conference baseball tournament

2013-05-23 00:04:38

Pitt (41-15) defeated St. John's, 10-2, in the first round of the baseball championship in Florida.


South Xtra: South Park advances to title game

2013-05-23 00:04:26

Undefeated South Park has a big challenge on its hands as it prepares for the WPIAL Class AAA baseball championship game.


South Xtra: Lebo junior gets state title shot

South Xtra: Lebo junior gets state title shot

2013-05-23 00:03:58

Mt. Lebanon junior Peter Hazlett, the runner-up at the WPIAL Class AAA singles tournament, will by out to earn state honors this weekend.


West Xtra: Ambridge's McCoy sets her sights on a PIAA title

2013-05-23 00:02:26

After winning the WPIAL championship in the high jump last week, Ambridge's India McCoy is in pursuit of her first state title.


East Xtra: Latrobe coach gets call from 'Hall'

2013-05-23 00:02:13

Wilkinsburg grad and former Latrobe coach Tom Harbert inducted into the Pennsylvania wrestling hall of fame.


Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript: 5.22.13

2013-05-22 13:47:32

A heavy helping of Pirates and Penguins discussion in this week's online forum.


Pitt guard James Robinson to compete for spot on U.S. team for FIBA world championship

2013-05-22 12:58:11

A team of 12 players will be chosen from the 24 invited to a June training camp in Colorado Springs.


OLSH reaches 1st title game

2013-05-22 00:34:41

Our Lady of Sacred Heart and pitcher Preston Falascino slipped past California to earn the school's first Class A final appearance.


Snider's grand slam lifts Pirates to 5-4 victory over Cubs

Snider's grand slam lifts Pirates to 5-4 victory over Cubs

2013-05-22 00:33:16

The grand slam put the exclamation mark on an 11-batter, five-run sixth inning, before which the Pirates had just one hit on the night.


Tigers bunt way to final

2013-05-22 00:29:58

The Tigers' balanced lineup chipped away and pitcher Mitch Machi tossed a two-hitter to shut out Hempfield, 3-0.


Pirates Notebook: Cubs join ranks, get early, long extensions

Pirates Notebook: Cubs join ranks, get early, long extensions

2013-05-22 00:24:41

The Chicago Cubs no longer buck the trend, and, like the Pirates, are signing top young players to long-term contracts earlier than before.


Eagles make early run stand up

2013-05-22 00:21:30

Undefeated South Park got the only run it needed in the first and advanced to the WPIAL Class AAA title game.


Briefs: Pitt's Jordano named Big East coach of the year

2013-05-22 00:20:36

Pitt baseball coach Joe Jordano and eight players take home top honors in the conference; Penn State men's basketball loses an assistant.


Multiple wins would boost chances at a bid for Pitt baseball

Multiple wins would boost chances at a bid for Pitt baseball

2013-05-22 00:19:43

The Panthers' NCAA tournament invitation could hinge on their showing in the Big East tournament, starting today.


High School Volleyball: Three teams repeat as finalists

2013-05-22 00:17:53

North Allegheny is back for another championship game appearance in Class AAA in WPIAL boys volleyball.


Ron Cook: Martin continues to block Senators' path

Ron Cook: Martin continues to block Senators' path

2013-05-22 00:13:05

The Penguins' Paul Martin overcomes horrible 2011-12 season to return to his role as a versatile and stellar defenseman.


Vanderbilt blocks Jeter from transferring to Pitt

Vanderbilt blocks Jeter from transferring to Pitt

2013-05-22 00:12:35

Former Beaver Falls star Sheldon Jeter won't be allowed to transfer to Pitt if Commodores coach Kevin Stallings has his way.


Jokinen could return to Penguins lineup in Game 4

Jokinen could return to Penguins lineup in Game 4

2013-05-22 00:12:22

Jussi Jokinen's faceoff skills could prompt his return to the ice tonight for the Penguins.


Goals are the goal for Penguins winger Neal

Goals are the goal for Penguins winger Neal

2013-05-22 00:10:50

James Neal's playoff scoring drought does not bother him or his Penguins teammates much -- at least not yet.


PSU costs for Sandusky scandal top $44M

2013-05-22 00:08:26

The latest bill from Penn State shows the costs connected to the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal topping $44.4 million.


Penguins Notebook: Neil hits back at Orpik, sort of

Penguins Notebook: Neil hits back at Orpik, sort of

2013-05-22 00:05:15

The Senators' Chris Neil was not happy with Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik's late-game hit Sunday in Game 3.


On the Steelers: Oft-injured Polamalu switches tactics

On the Steelers: Oft-injured Polamalu switches tactics

2013-05-22 00:02:20

Safety Troy Polamalu hopes a different offseason regimen ends the long run of scar tissue problems in his right leg.


Pirates' Contreras reinstated, Hughes optioned to Indy

2013-05-21 16:40:52

Jose Contreras went on the bereavement list Friday after a death in his family.


San Francisco to host 50th Super Bowl

2013-05-21 15:14:05

NFL owners voted Tuesday for the 49ers' new stadium as host of the 2016 game.


ESPN cutting its workforce

2013-05-21 13:25:31

The sports media company would not say how many jobs are being eliminated, but said the cuts would allow them to "smartly manage costs."


Vanderbilt blocking Sheldon Jeter's transfer to Pitt basketball, sources say

2013-05-21 11:17:28

The Beaver Falls High graduate played his freshman season at Vanderbilt but said Friday that he was transfering to a school closer to home


Pitt's possible opponents in 2013 Legends Classic announced

2013-05-21 10:42:46

Pitt will play two of Houston, Stanford and Texas Tech in the 2013 Legends Classic set for Nov. 25 and 26 at the Barclays Center.


Success on basketball court felt all over Robert Morris' campus

Success on basketball court felt all over Robert Morris' campus

2013-05-21 00:15:24

University's growth has paralleled basketball program's success.


'O' is for one: Ottawa last Canadian team Senators carrying weight of Canada

'O' is for one: Ottawa last Canadian team Senators carrying weight of Canada

2013-05-21 00:14:21

Senators accept the responsibility of being the last Canadian team standing.


High School Baseball: Programs finding new success

2013-05-21 00:13:55

Six teams in the WPIAL baseball semifinals are entering unfamiliar territory.


Record a rallying point for Steelers

2013-05-21 00:13:02

The 8-8 mark has players prepared to get back to work, starting with spring practices.


Pirates' Snider endures off the field

Pirates' Snider endures off the field

2013-05-21 00:12:50

Travis Snider knows all too well the meaning of loss. And his most painful ones have nothing to do with any game he has played on a field.


High School Softball: Peters Township prevails

High School Softball: Peters Township prevails

2013-05-21 00:12:25

Second-seeded Latrobe earned a first-round bye in the WPIAL Class AAAA softball playoffs.


Cook: It's still Tomas Vokoun's time in goal for Penguins

Cook: It's still Tomas Vokoun's time in goal for Penguins

2013-05-21 00:11:40

Ron Cook writes that Vokoun's performance in Game 3, and his composure after a tough loss show he's still the man for the net-minder job.


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