Niskanen Picking USA, But Wouldn't Overlook Crosby
Matt Niskanen is picking the United States, but says Sidney Crosby lives for the big moments.
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Matt Niskanen is picking the United States, but says Sidney Crosby lives for the big moments.
It's no secret in Pittsburgh that finding the ideal wingers to play alongside Sidney Crosby can be a difficult task. Now Team Canada and Head Coach Mike Babcock are finding that out first hand.
With the 2014 Winter Olympics (pretty much the Sochi Hockey Tournament) winding down in Russia, what better time to slap together a few thoughts on the Games?
NBC hockey analyst, former Penguins player & head coach, and 1984 US Olympian Eddie Olczyk joined The Fan Morning Show live from Sochi on Thursday to give his thoughts on this year's Olympics.
Craig Patrick joined The Fan Morning Show on Thursday to talk about his experiences in the Olympics and this year's Olympic hockey action.
After being sidelined since the pre-season with blood clots, Penguins' goaltender Tomas Vokoun has officially been cleared for action and says it's only a matter of conditioning before he's ready to get back on the ice for a game.
The Olympic hockey tournament has been the highlight of the Games thus far and the best may be yet to come.
Adams says it was nice to have a break to recharge but he has the itch to get back to playing.
Here is the truth: As these Olympic games approached, as the run-up to Sochi was happening, there was much skepticism from this vantage; a healthy bit of hoping that the Team USA men's hockey squad could compete, but a notion deep in the back of my cranium doubting them.
Phil Kessel scored two of his three goals in the opening 4:33 and became the first U.S. player with an Olympic hat trick in more than a decade, leading the Americans to a 5-1 win over Slovenia on Sunday.
Bob Pompeani talked with former NHL player Brian Mullen about suffering a stroke and life afterwards.
Tab Douglas caught up with local Paralympic sled hockey player Daniel McCoy.
The U.S. women's hockey team plays a big game against archrival Canada Wednesday.
While the focus at CONSOL Energy Center was on the ice Friday night, thoughts were with the one defenseman whose absence was felt by fans who earlier in the day learned of Kris Letang's stroke.
Brad Richards and Mats Zuccarello scored in a shootout, and the New York Rangers beat Pittsburgh 4-3 on Friday night to hand the Penguins a rare loss in the tiebreaker.
Kris Letang's stroke is thought to be related to a hole in his heart.
If you're looking for a place to catch the Winter Olympics, look no further than Lawrenceville.
The NHL will break for the Olympics, and while some teams may be focused on their time off, the Penguins remain focused on playing good hockey.
Jay Caufield says the Pens got the two points they were expected to get in Buffalo. Now, they set their sights on the Rangers and the Olympic break.
NHL on TSN analyst and former NHL defenseman Aaron Ward joined The Fan Morning Show on Thursday to offer his take on the Olympics and share some of what he learned about homosexuality in sports while working on his "ReOrientation" feature for TSN's SportsCentre.
Sidney Crosby scored a highlight-reel goal and added an assist, leading the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 5-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres in a pre-Olympic tuneup against goalie Ryan Miller on Wednesday night.
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Adams says that this team has all the confidence in Fleury and there is nobody else they would rather have.
We're currently in the final week of NHL action before the Olympic break, but there is a glaring need emerging for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Penguins analyst Bob Errey joined Ron Cook on The Cook and Poni Show Tuesday morning to talk about the Pens' 2-1 OT thriller over Ottawa and the save of the year for Marc-Andre Fleury.
On Thursday morning, Steve Pelesky was fired by the Westmoreland County Prison Board, and the deputy was put on administrative leave.
A Pennsylvania Lottery player recently won a $1.63 million jackpot by purchasing a Match 6 Lotto ticket online.
The legendary Penguins goaltender will be inducted into the Penguins Hall of Fame on November 14.
Karoline Heintz, 18, was a first-year student on the PennWest California soccer team and her death is being investigated as suspicious.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Karoline Heintz, 18, was found dead this morning and her death is being investigated as suspicious.
Penn State frat brother Thomas Robinson thought his arrest in a cocaine ring was a prank, new documents reveal.
The attorney representing the father charged in connection with the alleged cocaine trafficking ring at Penn State University defended his client.
On Thursday morning, Steve Pelesky was fired by the Westmoreland County Prison Board, and the deputy was put on administrative leave.
A Pennsylvania Lottery player recently won a $1.63 million jackpot by purchasing a Match 6 Lotto ticket online.
Veteran organizations and businesses are asking state legislators to pass a bill allowing them to keep their so-called "skill-game" machines.
"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on Tuesday said he's instituting what he calls the strictest data center guardrails in the country.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
The store will be located at the North Hills Village shopping center along McKnight Road.
Pittsburgh Today Live's Turkey Fund Kickoff Show will take place on Sept. 18. 2026, with tickets going on sale on Aug. 25!
Table Magazine's Arts and Culture Editor Sean Collier shares his ideas on how to spend this weekend in Pittsburgh.
Back-to-school season can be stressful, so a certified family physician shares ways to make this time easier!
Heather and Daisy meet Uzo, the local rescue pup that is a top-10 finalist in People Magazine's World's Cutest Rescue Dog Contest!
Content Creator and former college football player Cullen Honohan extends his viral online career to help put Robert Morris University basketball more on the map.
The Bob O'Connor Golf Course has been run by a nonprofit with a charitable mission, but the course has been losing money.
KDKA Investigates has received several concerns about the integrity of the bridge, leading to an eight-month investigation into how safe the bridge is.
Going to college was once considered a very safe investment, but with tuition soaring, is it still worth the price tag?
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Sherwin-Williams Manufacturing Company entered into a consent order and agreement.
A community in Butler County said repeated boil water advisories have them uneasy about their water quality.
Several waterways across Pennsylvania tested high for E. coli, environmental groups said.
The Pennsylvania measles outbreak isn't slowing down, and one local doctor said Pittsburgh is not immune.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and now is the time to start making some adjustments.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
Doctors are finding they are faced with questions about health advice from social media, but they caution that you can't always trust what you find.
The legendary Penguins goaltender will be inducted into the Penguins Hall of Fame on November 14.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Brandon Lowe homered off Detroit closer Kenley Jansen with two outs in the ninth inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Tigers.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed that quarterbacks Allar and Howard will suit up against the Jets on Friday.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Part of the state budget calls for $20 million to go to main street development in communities.
The Jonas Brothers are returning to Pittsburgh later this year.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The tour will be coming to Acrisure Stadium on May 8, 2027.
The popular vocal quintet Pentatonix is returning to Pittsburgh this holiday season.
Joe Manganiello says even when he spent 25 years living in Los Angeles, he always considered Pittsburgh home.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
A new resource for community members on Mount Washington will open next week: the Washington Heights Ecumenical Food Bank. KDKA's Jessica Riley was there for the ribbon-cutting.
Pittsburgh Today Live's Turkey Fund Kickoff Show will take place on Sept. 18. 2026, with tickets going on sale on Aug. 25!
The Westmoreland County Prison Board voted on Thursday morning to fire the prison warden and placed the deputy warden on administrative leave.
Karoline Heintz, 18, of McMurray, was found dead inside a vehicle near the California Public Library early Thursday morning.
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.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
