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December 10, 2025 Breaking down Penguins' brutal BLOWN LEAD vs. Ducks — why can't they get OTs, shootouts right?

Post-Gazette host King Jemison breaks down the Penguins' inconceivable loss on Tuesday evening, when they allowed the Ducks to even the score with 0.1 seconds remaining in regulation and then lost in the shootout ... again.

How does this keep happening to them? What are they doing late in games that allows these leads to continue evaporating? Why were Erik Karlsson and Kris Letang on the ice together when that goal went in? Who was most to blame? How are these lost points going to affect their playoff position?

King then does a deep dive into the Penguins' shootout struggles. What do the numbers tell us? Who is most at fault — skaters like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Letang? The goalies, like Tristan Jarry and Arturs Silovs? And how can they find more success in the future? King tackles those topics and more.


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December 10, 2025 MLB winter meetings recap LIVE stream: Were Pirates, Ben Cherington able to EXECUTE big plans?

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap the Pirates' moves at the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla.

Were they able to land any big free agents or trade acquisitions? What do Ben Cherington's words tell us about their strategy for the offseason? Does this signal a new monetary strategy from Bob Nutting? Where does this leave the team for the upcoming season? And what can we expect from the rest of the offseason? Our duo tackles those topics and more.


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December 10, 2025 Pitt volleyball: Previewing SWEET 16 matchup vs. Minnesota — freshmen finding their footing?

On their weekly Serving Up Pitt volleyball podcast, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insider Abby Schnable and former Panthers standout Cat Flood recap the Panthers' NCAA tournament wins over UMBC and Michigan and look ahead to their Sweet 16 matchup against Minnesota.

What are some of the Golden Gophers' strengths Pitt will have to look out for? What are some of Minnesota's weaknesses that Olivia Babcock, Brooke Mosher and the Panthers can exploit? Who are some players to watch? Abby and Cat give their picks and predictions.

Who stepped up in the Panthers' first two record-breaking NCAA tournament wins over UMBC and Michigan? And how are freshmen like Abbey Emch and Marina Pezelj giving the team a boost? Our duo answers those questions and more.


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December 10, 2025 WPIAL football: Recapping state title wins for Avonworth, Clairton and handing out some AWARDS

The 2025 high school football season ended last weekend with the PIAA championships in Mechanicsburg.

Our insiders, high school sports coordinator Keith Barnes and veteran writer Mike White, break down what happened in the state final games involving PIAA champions Clairton and Avonworth, as well as Central Catholic's loss to La Salle College High School.

In their second segment, they discuss who they would invite to a proverbial WPIAL Heisman dinner, plus Coach of the Year candidates, top plays from the season and games to remember, all on the Varsity Xtra podcast, sponsored by Dave & Busters.


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December 10, 2025 Do Steelers NEED Patrick Queen, Keeanu Benton and Yahya Black to be solutions in run defense?

On the Wednesday edition of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by FanDuel and Edgar Snyder & Associates, host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette Steelers insider Christopher Carter to sort through the team's issues with run defense.

Who are the proverbial squeaky wheels up front right now? Can Patrick Queen do a better job of finishing plays? Is Keeanu Benton showing enough positive signs in his third season? Or is consistency an issue for him right now? How is fifth-round NFL draft pick Yahya Black performing, relative to expectations and amid numerous injuries up front to names like Derrick Harmon? And what tweaks can coach Mike Tomlin and DC Teryl Austin make schematically to set Cam Heyward, T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith and Co, up for more success?

Our duo tackles those questions and more, then analyzes the deep passing success vs. Baltimore. Was OC Arthur Smith most responsible for calling a better game? Or was the execution simply better from QB Aaron Rodgers and top receiver DK Metcalf? Where do Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling fit into this passing game when it's clicking moving forward? Will they see heavy targets or remain in the background? What does the future hold for Roman Wilson after is benching? And what role should RBs Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell have in the passing game down the stretch after major contributions against the Ravens?


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December 09, 2025 MLB winter meetings Day 2 recap: Pirates MISS OUT on Kyle Schwarber? Best remaining free agents?

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap Day 2 of the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla. This show is presented by FanDuel.

What did super-agent Scott Boras have to say about the Pirates' aggressiveness at this year's winter meetings? The Pirates missed out on Kyle Schwarber, who re-signed with his old team, the Phillies, but what does Pittsburgh's offer tell us about how they're approaching the offseason? Who are among Jason and Colin's top choices remaining for GM Ben Cherington via free agency or trade? Eugenio Suarez? Brandon Lowe? Is it a failure if they don't get anything done? And is all the talk about a more aggressive Pirates offseason ringing true? Our duo tackles those topics and more.


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December 09, 2025 Did Steelers' Omar Khan BOTCH offseason with Darius Slay signing? Patchwork plan at WR?

Live around 5 p.m., Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise analyzes the Steelers' offseason following this dismissal of $10 million CB Darius Slay and the benching of WR Roman Wilson. How much heat does GM Omar Khan deserve for signing the 34-year-old Slay to such a rich contract? Would the team have been better off investing that hefty salary elsewhere? Or does he deserve credit for the emergence of James Pierre and Brandin Echols within coach Mike Tomlin's defense? On the other side of the ball, was Khan's faith in Wilson as a viable receiver in this offense warranted? Or is the promotion of Adam Thielen and Marquez Valdes-Scantling from the practice squad a de facto admission that the team's plan at the position was inadequate behind DK Metcalf and Calvin Austin III? Paul tackles those questions and also gives his thoughts on Philip Rivers joining the Indianapolis Colts as they compete with Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers for an AFC playoff spot.


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December 09, 2025 Will Penn State keeping Terry Smith on Matt Campbell's staff heal wounds? Or deepen division?

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Isaiah Maldonado to react to Penn State's decision to keep interim coach Terry Smith on new head coach Matt Campbell's coaching staff following the latter's hiring over the weekend. This show is presented by FanDuel.

Was keeping Smith the right call? Both in terms of healing wounds from James Franklin's firing with players? And with fans who've wanted to see Joe Paterno's legacy further centered in the program? Or could the move set the stage for future division inside and outside the program? Especially if and when Campbell hits a rough patch? And what should we make of Campbell's reported choice to bring Jon Heacock with him from Iowa State as defensive coordinator? Presumably displacing Jim Knowles and his expensive contract?

Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders the matchup with Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl and the possible opt-outs of prominent names including Zane Durant, Dani Dennis-Sutton, Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton.


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December 09, 2025 Steelers practice report: DERRICK HARMON to play against Dolphins? Darnell Washington in protocol?

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo report from Tuesday's practice at the team's facility ahead of its NFL Week 15 matchup with the Miami Dolphins on Monday Night Football.

What injury updates did coach Mike Tomlin provide? Could rookie DL Derrick Harmon and safety Kyle Dugger return? What effect would that have on the run defense against De'Von Achane and Jaylen Wright? Are DK Metcalf's stomach issues going to affect his availability for Monday night? What about Darnell Washington, Malik Harrison and Andrus Peat, who are all in concussion protocol?

How concerned should the Steelers be about the running game led by Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell? Was Aaron Rodgers' big game a sign of things to come? And how much credit does OC Arthur Smith deserve for their aggressiveness against the Ravens? Our duo answers those questions and more.


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December 09, 2025 Penn State getting POSITIVE reviews for Matt Campbell hire? What's Pat Kraft's future?

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Isaiah Maldonado to react to Matt Campbell's introduction as head coach, replacing James Franklin. This show is presented by FanDuel.

Did Campbell win his first news conference with a tone of humility that's winning some fans over? Is the national praise for his hiring a surprise given the criticism AD Pat Kraft and Penn State received for the process leading to it? Is Campbell's success at Iowa State underappreciated given how much the program struggled historically before his arrival? What are reasonable expectations for him in terms of recruiting? And what will Kraft's future with the university be after his widely criticized process that included missing out on BYU coach Kalani Sitake? Our duo tackles those questions and more.


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