Holik Suggests A Healthy Scratch For Cooke
Former NHL player and current NHL Live contributor Bobby Holik, joined the FAN Morning Show to talk about the hit Matt Cooke placed on Rangers Ryan McDonagh.
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Former NHL player and current NHL Live contributor Bobby Holik, joined the FAN Morning Show to talk about the hit Matt Cooke placed on Rangers Ryan McDonagh.
Heading into today's game with the New York Rangers, the Pittsburgh Penguins were only six points behind the Philadelphia Flyers for the Atlantic Division and Eastern Conference lead. Heading into the third period of a 1-1 hockey game, the Penguins had controlled the play, had outworked the Rangers in every way possible and two points almost seemed certain. That is, until Matt Cooke happened.
A major penalty assessed to Matt Cooke proved to be the turning point in a 5-2 loss to the New York Rangers Sunday afternoon.
93.7 The Fan's hockey commentator believes this week is a probable turning point for the Penguins in terms of trying to climb the Eastern Conference standings.
The Pittsburgh Penguins will be looking for their third straight win when they host the New York Rangers Sunday afternoon.
It wasn't all that long ago that we were all talking about a plethora of injuries that the Pittsburgh Penguins were dealing with. While there are still a few guys on the mend, things are looking better. However, it remains to be seen what will happen to the lineup when everyone returns.
Mike "Doc" Emrick, the lead play-by-play announcer for NHL national telecasts, joined the FAN Morning Show Friday to talk in depth about the Penguins as they continue to collect points in the standings despite the losses of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin.
The NHL general managers finished their three day meeting in Florida with a discussion about increasing video replay and new rules for shootouts.
ESPN the Magazine NHL senior writer EJ Hradek joined Vinnie & Cook from the GM meetings in Florida and shares his thoughts on Mario Lemieux's plan to clean up the game.
The Penguins had a big win in Ottawa, beating the Senators, 5-1. Tyler Kennedy, Jordan Staal, Ben Lovejoy, Matt Cooke and Zybnek Michalek all netted goals for the Pens who picked up two more points Tuesday night.
The Pittsburgh Penguins will be looking to notch another win against a struggling Canadian team tonight on the road.
The NHL general managers began three days of meetings on Monday with head injuries and how to prevent concussions leading the agenda.
Sidney Crosby made headlines earlier today when he took the ice for the first time since Jan. 5. While he only skated for 15 minutes, it was enough for the hockey world to explode over the news.
Given the lack of recent status updates, it would probably be wise to not read too much into the latest news regarding Sidney Crosby. However, it is exciting.
Chris Kunitz scored two goals, Tyler Kennedy added three assists, and the Pittsburgh Penguins moved to within three points of the Eastern Conference lead by beating the Edmonton Oilers 5-1 on Sunday.
I was very impressed with the effort and compete level in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres. However, as well as they played on Tuesday was as poorly as they played during Saturday afternoon's 3-0 shutout loss to the Habs.
After getting shutout by the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday, the Pittsburgh Penguins will get right back on the ice Sunday afternoon when they take on the Edmonton Oilers.
The fans attending the Penguins' 200th consecutive sellout didn't get much of a show from the home team as the Montreal Canadiens skated to a 3-0 shutout win at the CONSOL Energy Center Saturday afternoon.
The Pittsburgh Penguins will be back in action Saturday afternoon when they host the Montreal Canadiens.
Former Penguin Peter Taglianetti joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller in his weekly segment and takes a look at Dan Bylsma's contract extension and how he feels about the teams performance lately without its superstars.
Jim Colony caught up with Penguins GM Ray Shero after the announcement of Dan Bylsma's contract extension.
It's hard to believe, but the time has come for another edition of Best of the Web, your weekly all-you-can-digest trip around the world of Pittsburgh sports.
Despite the losses of their two best offensive stars, along with a small army of additional players, the Penguins continue to play steady hockey as they chase down the upcoming Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Jim Colony caught up with Penguins left winger Dustin Jeffrey after receiving a vote of confidence from Ray Shero and knowing he will remain with the Penguins for remainder of the season.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed head coach Dan Bylsma to a three-year extension Wednesday morning.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
A handful of fox kits were rescued from a drain pipe in York County, Pennsylvania.
More than 300 miles apart, but with the same first names, two Pennsylvania couples learned of their weddings because of one website.
The Steelers will offer fans multiple ways to engage with the team during the NFL draft.
The 9th overall pick signed an extension that runs through the 2034 season.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
A handful of fox kits were rescued from a drain pipe in York County, Pennsylvania.
More than 300 miles apart, but with the same first names, two Pennsylvania couples learned of their weddings because of one website.
The Steelers will offer fans multiple ways to engage with the team during the NFL draft.
The 9th overall pick signed an extension that runs through the 2034 season.
Pittsburgh-area lawmakers are responding to President Trump's warning that "a whole civilization will die" if Iran doesn't make a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his 8 p.m. Eastern deadline. KDKA's Chris Hoffman reports.
Those who gathered on Tuesday said the push for drop boxes will continue.
President Trump posted on social media that "a whole civilization will die tonight," adding "but I don't want that to happen, but it probably will."
President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The Pirates' home schedule starts on Friday, so how can fans save money on tickets, food, and other deals at PNC Park?
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Studies show nearly 25% of Pennsylvanians can't pay their power bills at least once a year.
After a rat raised questions about health and safety at The Urban Tap, the owner says the South Side business is ready to gain back the public's trust.
Our friend, Dr. Natalie Gentile, is back in the PTL studios and she's here to tell you what your walk says about your health!
Growing up, The Dirt Cup was Zac Coughlin's favorite after-school snack, and now he's taken that passion to create a sweet treat here in Pittsburgh that is giving him national attention!
Inside the National Aviary, the magic and music of a bygone era will fill the space, blurring the line between concert and experience. The Peanut Butter and Jam Sessions from Chatham Baroque will take place later this month, and two of the artists joined us on PTL!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade paid a visit to the Children's Home of Pittsburgh, who are celebrating their 25th anniversary of their beloved gala, which will have a very Pittsburgh spin on it this year!
The first nonstop flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to LAX is in the books, and Pittsburgh Today Live hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield talk about that and more in today's PTL Chat!
Data obtained by KDKA Investigates shows the dramatic increase in arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the Pittsburgh area.
A new homeless encampment has popped up on Pittsburgh's North Side.
A Sewickley Hills man said he's left without a usable driveway because PennDOT cannot get it right.
Steven Eason, 15, was shot and killed while trying to break up a fight at the Haunted Hills Hayride in North Versailles in 2021. No arrest has been made.
People in the Pittsburgh area formed "Families for Justice," a support group for parents who lost children to gun violence.
UPMC and AHN say they've been collaborating about getting ready for an event of this magnitude.
When doctors found out Ainsley Flynn had viral myocarditis, they leaped into action to save her. Now, Flynn is giving back.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is exploring everything radiation treatment can treat, and the success has been life-changing for people.
A Pittsburgh-area man is not just giving people living with ALS a voice, he's giving them their own voice.
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
The 9th overall pick signed an extension that runs through the 2034 season.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The Pitt Panthers currently hold a 21-9 record this season, and with a high-flying offense, they're looking to make their move.
Reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes put together his second straight solid start, keeping San Diego hitless until the sixth inning of the Pittsburgh Pirates' 7-1 win over the Padres.
Hoisting a traffic cone has become the hottest way for Pirates fans to celebrate, but where exactly does someone get a traffic cone?
Sheetz is expanding further into the Midwest, with plans to open 100 stores in Indiana over the next decade.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
Fat Head's Saloon on Pittsburgh's South Side is closing next month after more than 30 years in business.
Pittsburgh's newest music venue released a lineup of its first concerts on Monday, giving a taste of what's to come at Citizens Live at the Wylie.
Forbes' latest ranking of the world's richest people has been released, and the list features billionaires with ties to Pittsburgh.
The Steelers will offer fans multiple ways to engage with the team during the NFL draft.
The event kicks off on April 22 with the reopening of the renovated Market Square.
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Fred Rogers Productions and Little Dot Studios teamed up to bring the beloved children's show to YouTube.
The first stop on Boone's new tour will be at PPG Paints Arena on July 7.
Mikey Hood joins the show to tell us about this week's Waiting Child, Bruce, a kid with a passion for welding.
Our friend, Dr. Natalie Gentile, is back in the PTL studios and she's here to tell you what your walk says about your health!
Growing up, The Dirt Cup was Zac Coughlin's favorite after-school snack, and now he's taken that passion to create a sweet treat here in Pittsburgh that is giving him national attention!
Inside the National Aviary, the magic and music of a bygone era will fill the space, blurring the line between concert and experience. The Peanut Butter and Jam Sessions from Chatham Baroque will take place later this month, and two of the artists joined us on PTL!
Team PTL's Daisy Jade paid a visit to the Children's Home of Pittsburgh, who are celebrating their 25th anniversary of their beloved gala, which will have a very Pittsburgh spin on it this year!
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.
