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The Kraken announced the hiring of Patrik Allvin as vice president and assistant general manager and Pascal Vincent as an assistant coach, underscoring a push to deepen hockey expertise within the organization.
The Kraken announced the hiring of Patrik Allvin as vice president and assistant general manager, alongside Pascal Vincent as assistant coach, bringing a wealth of NHL experience and a shared vision for building a competitive team.
With the season underway, three prominent analysts share their forecasts for tonight’s games, highlighting statistical edges and promotional opportunities on the Polymarket platform.
Carnegie Mellon University players, guided by neuroscientist Brad Mahon, are using real‑time impact data to reshape safety standards while preserving the sport’s physical intensity.
The American Hockey League has named its 2025‑26 Top Prospects Team, recognizing standout performances across forwards, defensemen, and goaltenders.
Sophomore catcher Blake Primrose was selected to the NCBWA All-America Second Team, capping a record-setting campaign that included Atlantic 10 Player of the Year, 24 home runs and multiple national accolades.
Lorenzo Carrier was selected as a First Team All-American by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers of America, capping a 2026 campaign that saw the Panthers set new offensive records and earn multiple accolades.
Senior outfielder Lorenzo Carrier was named Third Team All‑America by Perfect Game, highlighting a season that saw the Panthers establish new offensive records and earn multiple conference and regional accolades.
Bob Skinner, a Hall of Fame‑caliber figure in Major League Baseball, passed away on May 4 at the age of 94 in San Diego. His 12‑season playing career, three‑time All‑Star status, and later managerial roles left an indelible mark on the sport.
An examination of the Steelers' historic regular‑season consistency, their recent postseason drought, and the bold outlook that predicts a sub‑.500 finish in 2026.
Paul Skenes traded a scheduled rest day for a spontaneous visit to a Little League field in Wexford, Pennsylvania, where he spent over two hours signing autographs, taking pictures and playing catch with young players. The outing came during a rough patch in his career but helped him refocus on his love for the game, leading to a strong performance against the Los Angeles Dodgers the next day.
A look at the career of Megan Klingenberg, a Pittsburgh native whose achievements on and off the field have left a lasting mark on the sport.
As the men's World Cup captures global attention, a Pittsburgh native whose contributions to the sport have been largely invisible deserves a permanent tribute in her hometown.
A 12-3 defeat at PNC Park highlighted Paul Skenes’ first quality start in weeks, a back-to-back homer start, and a ten-run seventh inning that left the Pirates with a four-game skid and a looming trade deadline move.
The Freeport International Baseball Invitational returns July 20-25, featuring a Japanese team, the absence of Australia's Aussie Drop Bears, local squads from the Alle‑Kiski Valley, and a week of games, music, and tradition.
An inside look at the leading candidates the Penguins could select in the 2026 NHL Draft, from rising forwards to defensive standouts
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin has been on the 10‑day injured list since May 31 after a low‑grade forearm strain, but the team’s medical staff says the setback is far from career‑threatening. Griffin has begun a light throwing regimen, incorporating plyometric drills and ground‑ball work, while the team has already cleared him to swing a bat. He now waits for final medical clearance to progress to a structured throwing program.
Recent performance data reveals that several high‑profile players are not delivering the expected production, prompting a call for roster cuts in fantasy leagues.
Whoopi Goldberg defends Donald Trump's NBA Finals attendance, Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne charm young baseball fans, and a series of off‑beat anecdotes round out a day of sports‑centric chatter.
Michael Eck, a former University of Virginia football player, releases his memoir Strike Season through Regalo Press, with all proceeds benefiting STEER for Student Athletes. The book also details his Wall Street career, his son Connor’s encouragement, and interviews with his former coach and union leader.
The Penguins' campaign ended in heartbreak, but emerging talents and a potential homegrown rebuild signal a shifting strategy for the AHL franchise.
Over a dozen years, Gabe Arnold Sr. and his son Gabe Arnold II visited every Major League Baseball stadium, logging 26,000 miles and forging a bond that endures beyond the final out.
Erik Karlsson's 66-point campaign has sparked trade speculation, with the Penguins weighing retention against a potential rebuild.
The Pittsburgh Penguins must choose between acquiring a veteran impact player or moving up in the 2026 draft, a decision that could shape the franchise's future.