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Eighteen years ago today, Petr Sykora called his own shot, scoring one of the most memorable overtime goals in Pittsburgh Penguins history when it comes to the Stanley Cup Final. It was 2008 and the young Penguins were trying to upset the vaunted Detroit Red Wings in the Stanley Cup Final. Pittsburgh was clearly outmatched […]
The NFL offseason can be a time of boundless optimism. Teams’ roster moves look more reasonable than not, and even the more questionable ones can still be labelled with the “upside” tag. Plus, there’s the classic tradition of players showing up to offseason workouts in the best shape of their life — every single year. […]
The Pittsburgh Pirates have reinstated pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski from the restricted list as he rejoins the team as a relief pitcher on their road trip in Houston. Following the return of Jared Jones from the 60-day injured list, Mlodzinski was informed that he would be removed from the starting pitching rotation. In a post-game locker […]
The Minnesota Twins added bullpen depth Monday night, acquiring right-hander Justin Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pirates for cash considerations. The trade gives Minnesota a veteran reliever with velocity, movement, and a different look for its late-inning mix. Lawrence, 31, brings a sidearm delivery and heavy sinker to the Twins’ bullpen. Pittsburgh designated him for assignment […] The post Twins land veteran arm in trade with NL Central challenger appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden discusses his team’s 5-3 loss to the WBS Penguins in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference final. The Marlies now lead the series 2-1, with Game 4 set for Wednesday in Toronto. On the deciding factors in the result: I thought we did a lot of good things. We […] The post John Gruden on the officiating in the Marlies’ Game 3 loss to WBS: “They’re trying to protect the goalies, and they should… They said they would start taking one, but it just seems like it’s ...
The Twins announced they’ve acquired reliever Justin Lawrence from the Pirates for cash. Pittsburgh designated the right-hander for assignment last week. Minnesota already had an opening on the 40-man roster and doesn’t need to make a corresponding move tonight. Lawrence is out of minor league options, so the Twins will need to add him to the […]
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins got in the Eastern Conference Finals win column on Monday night with a 5-3 victory over the Toronto Marlies in Game 3 at Coca-Cola Coliseum.
June 1: Pittsburgh reinstated Mlodzinski from the restricted list during Monday’s off day, reports Jason Mackey of MLB.com. The right-hander tells Mackey he did not consider a trade request and will be available to pitch out of the bullpen for tomorrow’s series opener in Houston. “I want to do what’s best to help us win […]
The New York Giants completed a reunion eight years in the making when they signed wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr on Monday. OBJ’s return now has other veterans eyeing another run with their old franchise. The wide receiver’s deal at least caught the eye of former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell. Once the Beckham […] The post Odell Beckham Jr’s Giants reunion has Le’Veon Bell yearning for Steelers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Last week, Steelers WR Michael Pittman Jr. and former Steelers team MVP Juju Smith-Schuster exchanged comments on Instagram that sparked rumors of a potential reunion between Smith-Schuster and Pittsburgh. Pittman even asked when the wide receiver was “coming home.” All talks of a potenital reunion can now be put to rest, as Smith-Schuster signed with […]
First Maxx Crosby, now Myles Garrett. Two elite edge rushers that the Steelers were scheduled to play in the AFC North are now off Pittsburgh’s schedule, as ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Monday that the Cleveland Browns are finalizing a deal to send Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. However, Cleveland’s edge room won’t be depleted, […]
First Maxx Crosby, now Myles Garrett. Two elite edge rushers that the Steelers were scheduled to play in the AFC North are now off Pittsburgh’s schedule, as ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Monday that the Cleveland Browns are finalizing a deal to send Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams. However, Cleveland’s edge room won’t be depleted, […]
At first glance, it seems like good news that the Atlanta Braves won’t have to deal with Paul Skenes once the Pittsburgh Pirates come to town since he’s going to be pitching against the Astros during the midweek series. With that being said, the pitching matchups still figure to be pretty tough for the Braves […]
Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson is signing a deal with CBS to become the network’s newest NFL analyst, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. While the role is yet to be defined, it had been rumored that Wilson could replace Matt Ryan on The NFL Today after the former NFL MVP was named the President […]
Every rep this spring is crucial for Pittsburgh Steelers second-year running back Kaleb Johnson. The Iowa product is coming off a disappointing rookie campaign after being selected in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Many thought that with the departure of Najee Harris, Johnson would be the No. 2 back behind Jaylen Warren. […]
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski on the restricted list, raising questions that shouldn't need to be asked.
Derrick Bell of Steelers Now didn’t hesitate to share a clip from the Pittsburgh Steelers‘ 2024 season finale against the Cincinnati Bengals, where wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase beat former Steelers cornerback Cory Trice on a quick in-breaking route. The clip was a direct nod to what Darius Slay recently said about the Steelers’ defense, as […] The post Ex-Steelers Coach Fires Back at Darius Slay for Labeling Mike Tomlin’s Defense “Backwards” appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Pittsburgh Steelers have entered a new era of their organization with Mike McCarthy as the new head coach, and that means some things aren’t going to be the same. That could also mean some players aren’t going to be here for the foreseeable future, and Patrick Queen could be one of them. Queen is […] The post Steelers’ Patrick Queen puts ‘charade’ trade rumors on full blast amid contract drama appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Pittsburgh Steelers have never been shy about plugging young talent into their defense early. It’s part of the culture, if you can play, you play. And as the 2026 OTAs roll along, one name keeps coming up in conversations about Pittsburgh’s defensive backfield: rookie cornerback Daylen Everette. The third-round pick is doing exactly what […] The post Rising Steelers rookie turning heads in 2026 OTAs appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Vitals Player: Sam GirardBorn: May 12, 1998 (28 years old)Height: 5’10”Weight: 170 poundsHometown: Roberval, Quebec, CanadaShoots: LeftDraft: Second-round, 2016, No. 47 overall by the Nashville Predators2025-26 Statistics: 60 games played, 3 goals, 16 assists, 19 points (20 games, 0 goals, 7 assists with Pittsburgh)Contract Status: In the final year of a seven-year, $35 million contract ($5 million salary cap) Story of the Season […]
When Dallas Cowboys rookie Caleb Downs was in college, he gave former Pittsburgh Steeler Chris Carter a teaser of what he could be like as a pro. Carter called the young safety over before a game and said that nobody apart from himself had worn the number better. But Downs gave him a small smile […] The post Dak Prescott Doesn’t Hold Back After Jerry Jones Compares Cowboys Rookie to Him: “That’s a Leader” appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Randy Hundley, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1961 – Braves rookie Joe Torre rounds first base after getting a hit to right field in the sixth inning, but the Pirates’ Roberto Clemente picks up the ball, fakes a throw to second and throws it so fast behind […]
It’s a been a while since the Pittsburgh Pirates have had bragging rights over just about anyone, but that has changed this year, as the Bucs are currently rolling along with a 32-28 record and have moved into third place in the NL Central following a three-game sweep of the Minnesota Twins over the weekend. […]
Ten years ago today, Conor Sheary scored an overtime goal to give the Pittsburgh Penguins a 2-0 lead in the 2016 Stanley Cup Final. Pittsburgh was riding high heading into Game 2 of the Cup Final, having beaten the Sharks in a Game 1 thriller and were looking to defend their home ice and head […]
The Mike McCarthy-Aaron Rodgers reunion tour has one final leg to it, as the Pittsburgh Steelers are employing both former Green Bay Packers for the 2026 NFL season. With McCarthy stepping back into coaching and Rodgers suiting up for one final season, it remains to be seen how the nostalgia tour translates to wins and […] The post Steelers’ potential 2026 breakout star after strong OTAs showing appeared first on ClutchPoints .