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Now, and only now, is this a real rivalry.
You win some and you lose some, but these losses hurt and they hurt bad. And let's be honest, Sunday's match against Portugal felt like a defeat ...
As an off-season of major changes continues for the Penguins, today they learned when and who they'll be playing in next season's home opener.
For a team that has largely been unable to buy a bounce in the series, they twice benefited from magic pucks failing to cross the line behind Henrik Lundqvist.
Since the day Dan Bylsma got fired, most analysts just assumed he would have a job waiting for him, and it appears one possible landing spot for the ex-Penguins head coach could be with the Florida Panthers.
Newly-appointed Penguins assistant general manager Bill Guerin joined The Fan Morning Show on Tuesday to talk about his new position and the team's budy offseason.
According to a statement from the NHL, the former Pittsburgh Penguins coach will be joining the NHL Network as a studio analyst for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
Nick Cotsonika of Yahoo! Sports talked about the Jim Rutherford hire and other Penguins offseason moves with Bob Pompeani.
Tribune-Review Pens beat writer Rob Rossi joined Starkey and Mueller to talk about the hiring of Rutherford, but also spoke about his search for the teams next head coach adding that, based off the attributes Rutherford said he is looking for in his next head coach, current Red Wings head coach Mike Babcock fits the bill.
To hear NBC NHL Commentator Pierre McGuire tell it, he was certainly in the running for the Penguins open General Manager position that was today given to former Carolina Hurricanes General Manager Jim Rutherford.
The Pens announced today that former Carolina Hurricanes General Manager Jim Rutherford would take over the General Manager duties here in Pittsburgh, and then Rutherford joined Starkey and Mueller to talk about the latest challenge in his storied career and what he's going to do to get the organization back to where they want it.
After a three-week search, the Pittsburgh Penguins have found a new general manager - Jim Rutherford.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have hired Jim Rutherford as their new general manager and fired coach Dan Bylsma.
The Penguins and their fan base are mourning a beloved and well-known superfan.
Forward Tyler Kennedy may be with the San Jose Sharks now, but that doesn't mean he has forgotten some of his fondest memories of the time he spent here in Pittsburgh with the Penguins.
Few men have as much insight into what Pierre McGuire can bring to a team as Frank Pietrangelo does.
There is still plenty of mystery surrounding the Penguins ongoing search for their next General Manager, but Tribune-Review Pens Beat Writer Rob Rossi joined Starkey and Mueller to try and clear up the list of candidates.
The Penguins are playing it pretty close to the vest when it comes to their search for former General Manager Ray Shero's replacement, but that hasn't stopped some names from leaking out.
Well, the stage for the Lord Stanley Cup Playoffs is set. The first puck will drop at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on Wednesday where the Kings will take on the New York Rangers. As you might imagine there are dozens of ecstatic fans of both teams here at CBS Local Sports National headquarters. We do, however, have one resident hardcore Chicago Blackhawks fan; Field Operations Manager Stan Pillman who has a few things to say about last night's loss. Here are the top five things Blackhawks fans are saying about last night's thrilling Game 7 loss, according to Stan.
Pittsburgh Penguins Broadcasting legend Mike Lange took some time to sit down and talk with Joe Starkey and Chris Mueller of Starkey and Mueller and everything was on the table from the current state of the Penguins to how he comes up with his incredible goal calls.
As the Penguins continue their search for the teams next General Manager after firing Ray Shero, none of the candidates have emerged as front-runners, but there is one name that keeps popping up.
Bowman says that Crosby has missed almost two full seasons because of injuries and it may have caught up to him.
Ever since the Penguins fired General Manager Ray Shero, the name Pierre McGuire has been floated around as a potential candidate to replace him. Today, Pierre went on The Jim Rome Show and talked about those rumors.
Pittsburgh Penguins defensemen Olli Maatta will be out of action for an extended period of time.
Former Penguins head coach Kevin Constantine joined "The Fan Morning Show" to talk about the Penguins' current situation, which has some parallels to where the team found itself during his tenure.
Grieving pet owners are still waiting for the criminal case against a Pittsburgh funeral director to go to trial.
City Controller Rachael Heisler spoke to the Pittsburgh Economic Club Thursday at the Fairmont Hotel Downtown.
Rural King is a family-owned retailer and a one-stop shop for everything from farm supplies, clothing, tools, lawn and garden equipment, pet supplies and more.
As diesel prices continue to sit at all-time highs, they have a direct impact on several industries.
Smithfield Street in Downtown Pittsburgh is being redesigned.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
A man was arrested after police said they identified him in a video depicting the sexual abuse of a toddler that was distributed on the dark web.
Grieving pet owners are still waiting for the criminal case against a Pittsburgh funeral director to go to trial.
Jurkovec is facing two felony charges in connection with the alleged theft.
City Controller Rachael Heisler spoke to the Pittsburgh Economic Club Thursday at the Fairmont Hotel Downtown.
City Controller Rachael Heisler spoke to the Pittsburgh Economic Club Thursday at the Fairmont Hotel Downtown.
President Trump said he could "annihilate" Iran while predicting that Tehran would make a deal to end the war after the U.S. midterm elections.
A warrant unsealed on Monday alleges widespread awards of no-bid contracts to reward supporters of Ed Gainey while he was the mayor of Pittsburgh.
The three news organizations, which were banned from White House grounds by President Trump, are arguing that the ban is unconstitutional.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
Chick-fil-A currently has 20 locations in western Pennsylvania.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The announcement was touted as a way that could change the way western Pennsylvania addresses energy.
With 100 days to go until Christmas and goods getting more expensive, here's what shoppers should know about holiday buying.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
What do you do if you're an hour away from kickoff and friends are coming over to watch the game? Don't panic. Giant Eagle can help you craft a tailgate spread worthy of game day.
Heather and David join antiques appraisal expert Dr. Lori to guess the value of three items chosen from the PTL mailbox.
Pittsburgh Earth Day's annual Ecolution Fashion Gala takes place on Sept. 30 at The Pennsylvanian.
Shari Zatman put Heather and David to the test to see if they could create a fall centerpiece!
Party planner extraordinaire Shari Zatman, with Perfectly Planned by Shari, shows how to throw a fall-themed party that's all DIY!
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
A warrant unsealed on Monday alleges widespread awards of no-bid contracts to reward supporters of Ed Gainey while he was the mayor of Pittsburgh.
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Treatment for PANDAS isn't covered by insurance, so now a South Hills family is pushing for change.
With costs rising just about everywhere and in everything, Highmark Wholecare's free farmers' markets are providing relief.
The goal was to simulate an emergency situation that would push the limits of the hospital and health care network.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The forfeits come just over one week after head coach Brian Tarrant was suspended for the rest of the season for violations of WPIAL rules.
Former Pitt quarterback Phil Jurkovec was arrested on Friday and charged with stealing a vehicle from the valet garage at AHN Wexford Hospital.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday and complete a series sweep.
The New England Patriots' defense smothered Aaron Rodgers on the way to a 20-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.
Brandon Lowe hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday night.
Rural King is a family-owned retailer and a one-stop shop for everything from farm supplies, clothing, tools, lawn and garden equipment, pet supplies and more.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
Buffalo Bill's home will open this weekend for guided tours as the iconic horror movie turns 35.
The show has been canceled because of the muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms.
"The Pitt" won the Emmy award for outstanding drama series for a second year in a row.
More than a year after a whistleblower came forward with allegations involving thousands of dead pets, grieving pet owners are still waiting for the criminal case against a Pittsburgh funeral director to go to trial. But the Pennsylvania attorney general says that will change soon. KDKA's Meghan Schiller reports.
A New Kensington officer had been suspended pending the outcome of an investigation into the excessive use of force on a suspect, who ended up in the hospital with facial fractures. But last night the council accepted his resignation prior to the outcome of that probe. Andy Sheehan reports.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast.
With an anticipated 2027 budget from Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor expected to be released next week, City Controller Rachael Heisler spoke to the Pittsburgh Economic Club Thursday at the Fairmont Hotel Downtown, giving the current state of the city's finances, recapping events that led to current fiscal challenges and looking for ways of improving its long-term outlook. Josh Taylor reports.
Did former Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey waste millions of dollars lavishing contracts on supporters for political gain? An unsealed warrant questions dozens of no-bid contracts and whether the Gainey administration circumvented the law. But today some members of city council pushed back, denying any wrongdoing by themselves or the former mayor.
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.