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There's not much point in breaking down Game 6. The Penguins lost and will now face a do-or-die situation tomorrow night in Game 7. What I'm more concerned with at the moment is finger-pointing being done by "fans" as to how the Penguins have gotten to this point.
For the Pittsburgh Penguins, losses to Tampa Bay in Games 5 and 6 means it is do-or-die time in their Eastern Conference Quarterfinals series.
A scenario that might have seemed inconceivable after the Pens took a 3-1 series lead last week has now become reality, and the Pens will have to try to shake the demons of last year's Game 7 loss at home against the Montreal Canadiens and beat the Tampa Bay Lightning Wednesday night to keep their season alive.
Let's look at the Penguins' tortuous history in Game 7's played on home ice. This might seem terribly cruel, but stay with me here. Putting this stuff out in the open -- facing it -- could actually help exorcise the demons.
Hockey Expert Darren Dregger joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sportsradio 93-7 The FAN to breakdown the Penguins Game 6 matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The Penguins have another chance to close out their Eastern Conference Quarterfinal series Monday, and 93.7 The Fan's hockey commentator takes a look at how they got there...
Root Sports Penguins reporter Dan Potash joined Sportsradio 93.7 The Fan's Vinnie & Cook live from the St. Pete Times Forum to give us the latest and preview Monday night's Game 6.
Evgeni Malkin began participating in light skating sessions this week as part of his recovery from season-ending knee surgery.
Lightning didn't strike just twice in the same place Saturday afternoon at CONSOL Energy Center as Tampa Bay routed the Penguins 8-2.
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik sat down with The Fan Morning Show's Jim Colony after practice today to talk about facing Tampa in Game 5 with a chance to close out the best-of-seven series.
I apologize for not having something posted sooner about Wednesday's double-overtime thriller. I used Thursday as a mental health day to recover from the stress and emotional roller coaster that was Game 4.
The NHL announced its finalists for the league's top GM. Three names were announced. None of those names was Ray Shero.
James Neal came through with a goal in double overtime, lifting the Pens over the Lightning, 3-2 in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals on Wednesday night.
Former Pittsburgh Penguin coach and player as well as NHL on NBC Analyst Eddie Olczyk joins The FAN's Vinnie Richichi and Ron Cook to break down tonight's game.
Steve Staois of the Calgary Flames took the time to talk with Seibel, Starkey and Miller Tuesday afternoon.
Former Penguin winger Troy Loney called in to the Vinnie & Cook Show on Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan.
With a win in Game 4 Wednesday night, the Penguins would have a chance to close out the series Saturday at noon at CONSOL Energy Center.
Erik Erlendsson of the Tampa Tribune spent some time talking to The FAN Morning show about the opening round matchup between the Penguins and Lightning.
93.7 The Fan's hockey commentator believes momentum shifted in Game 2, but recent history says it can shift the other way at any time.
Versus NHL analyst Brian Engblom called in to Vinnie & Cook on SportsRadio 93-7 The Fan and he doesn't think it's fair to put all of the Penguins' hopes (and all of the blame) on Marc-Andre Fleury.
The Pittsburgh Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning will square off in a pivotal Game 3 Monday night.
The Penguins lost 5-1 in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference Quarterfinal series with the Tampa Bay Lightning Friday night. As a result, the series will return to Pittsburgh for a fifth game.
There are many explanations for why the Penguins lost Game 2 Friday night. Some are more rational than others, but here's what I could come up with.
ROOT Sports Penguins analyst Jay Caufield joined The FAN's Ron Cook Thursday to discuss the Penguins Game 1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning.
The Penguins shut down the Tampa Bay Lightning, beating them 3-0 in Game 1 in the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at the CONSOL Energy Center.
The Groundhog Day celebration draws tens of thousands to Punxsutawney, where Phil makes his annual prediction.
On the heels of a brutal stretch of bitter cold and snow, Punxsutawney Phil has predicted another six weeks of winter after seeing his shadow on Groundhog Day.
The next chance of snow for the region will be Tuesday evening.
Punxsutawney Phil is Pennsylvania's famous groundhog, but he's also a father to two pups.
Punxsutawney Phil looked for his shadow during the 2026 Groundhog Day ceremony.
Punxsutawney Phil looked for his shadow during the 2026 Groundhog Day ceremony.
The Groundhog Day celebration draws tens of thousands to Punxsutawney, where Phil makes his annual prediction.
On the heels of a brutal stretch of bitter cold and snow, Punxsutawney Phil has predicted another six weeks of winter after seeing his shadow on Groundhog Day.
The next chance of snow for the region will be Tuesday evening.
Punxsutawney Phil is Pennsylvania's famous groundhog, but he's also a father to two pups.
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father were released from ICE custody on Sunday, a day after a federal court ordered their release.
The U.S. House Judiciary Committee's inquiry said the panel has questions about why the Department of Justice released only half of the estimated pages of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
Dozens of people came together on Tuesday in Downtown Pittsburgh to rally outside the federal building.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said Tuesday that the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minnesota "must be terminated" following the deadly shooting of a Minneapolis man by federal agents.
A Pennsylvania couple says Kia wrongly denied a warranty claim after their car's engine failed at 80,000 miles.
Scams targeting utility customers are on the rise in Pennsylvania, the attorney general says.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
If you get a ticket in the city of Pittsburgh, there could be a higher chance that instead of getting it on your car windshield, you're getting it in the mail.
Daisy is jumping into a winter sport you’ll see at the big games, and that is curling!
Boaz is live at Acrisure Stadium with a preview of this weekend’s Red Bull Metal Qualifier!
Lainey Duncan, from Greene County, took top honors at the Pennsylvania Farm Show, and she’s here to share her winning recipe with Team PTL!
Travel Expert, Bobby Laurie, unpacks the label and what it means for your vacation!
Travel Expert, Bobby Laurie, busts some travel myths with David and Heather!
Residents of Millvale are trying to get back to normal after last weekend's major snowstorm.
Tracing the past of Shane Hennen and how his troubled life in Pittsburgh pointed to his future downfall.
People in Avella, Washington County, say they have no phone coverage.
Residents and leaders in Charleroi are concerned about the integrity of roads after a trench collapse last year and ongoing construction.
Patrick Vereb is accused of taking money from pet owners who believed their animals would receive dignified cremations.
The Liberty-Clairton area is under a code orange air quality action day, according to the Pa. Dept. of Environmental Protection.
The cold weather and lingering snow affect more than just the roads and our cars, it affects our brains.
After the historic snowfall, dangerously low temperatures crept into the Pittsburgh region, bringing a hidden danger that can turn painful in seconds.
The yearly tradition marks the start of months of training for Pittsburgh Marathon participants.
Firefighters have a 62% higher risk of cancer, and this week, the New Castle Central Fire Station hosted pre-screenings.
The surging Pittsburgh Penguins will have to find a way forward without longtime defenseman Kris Letang.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pittsburgh Penguins extended their winning streak to six with a 6-5 win over the New York Rangers.
Patrick Graham is heading to Pittsburgh to run the Steelers' defense for Mike McCarthy.
The Penguins beat the Blackhawks 6-2 on Thursday night for their fifth straight victory.
More than 140 employees at Nemacolin were informed they were being let go.
It's been about six years since the pandemic, and a lot of people working from home, but now companies are slowly calling them back to the office.
Pittsburgh Mayor Corey O'Connor on Tuesday announced a new initiative aimed at revitalizing neighborhood business districts across the city.
A handful of Pittsburgh-area Value City Furniture stores are going out of business after their parent company filed for bankruptcy.
It has been five years since the home improvement retailer Menards bought a large parcel of land off Route 30 in Westmoreland County.
Music's biggest night returned Sunday with the 68th annual Grammy Awards. Here is how to watch and stream and what to know.
Catherine O'Hara was best known for her comic performances in projects including "Home Alone," "Beetlejuice," and "Schitt's Creek."
Old-school gamers and ex-pinball players have a new place to play some classic arcade games.
The country music superstar will headline an invite-only concert at the Rivers Casino the night before the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
Punxsutawney Phil doesn't think winter is going anywhere after he emerged from his burrow at Gobbler's Knob and saw his shadow during this year's Groundhog Day celebration.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours!
Watch as Mike DeCourcy, Mark Kaboly, and Will Graves join KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani for another round of sound on this edition of the #1 Cochran Sports Showdown!
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani discusses the sports topics of the day.
As kids head back to the classroom in western Pennsylvania following the historic snowfall and cold temperatures, school districts are offering warnings and recommendations for kids as they navigate bus stops, which may be inaccessible due to piles of snow. KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer reports.
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.
