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Mike J. Asti

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Mike Asti is an experienced media personality and journalist with a vast resume and skillset, most notably from time with TribLIVE Radio and WPXI-TV. Asti now serves as the Managing Editor of WV Sports Now, where he leads the coverage of WVU sports. He has also covered the Steelers, Penguins, Pirates and other teams within the Pittsburgh market. Asti contributes to Sirius XM's Big 12 channel and hosts a podcast 'Mike Drop' as part of the Bleav Network.

No snub: Eli Manning simply didn't deserve first-ballot Hall of Fame honor

In a surprising development from the NFL Honors award show on Thursday night, Eli Manning is not a first-ballot Hall of Famer. The former Giants quarterback failed to earn inclusion as a member of the 2025 class of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Alex Ovechkin's recent hot streak has him on pace to break Wayne Gretzky's goal record this season

With 10 goals since his return to action on Dec. 28 and his recent streak, it's possible we could witness Alex Ovechkin make history in the coming months. 

Four potential landing spots for WR Cooper Kupp  

In the interest of full transparency, Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp revealed that Los Angeles is planning to trade him. And after almost being dealt midway through the 2024 season, it now appears the Super Bowl LVI MVP will be on a new team next season.

De'Aaron Fox provides Spurs with perfect co-star for Victor Wembanyama 

It may not have the historical significance of the trade the Mavericks and Lakers pulled off, but the Kings capped off a wild NBA weekend by dealing De'Aaron Fox to the Spurs on Sunday.

Three historic trades across sports that compare to NBA's latest mega deal 

It's time to look back on three of the most impactful and surprising trades throughout sports history.

No AD, no problem: Lakers beat up on Wizards for season-high 134 points 

The Lakers didn't just win on Thursday night; they obliterated the lowly Wizards.

Three possible trade destinations for Kings guard De'Aaron Fox 

With most in NBA circles focused on the Jimmy Butler drama, a new super-star appears to be now be available in the trade market.

Super Bowl LIX matchup contrasts Steelers president Art Rooney II's stubbornness  

With Andy Reid and the Chiefs set to meet the Eagles in another Super Bowl, it's clear Philadelphia's decision to move on from the winningest coach in franchise history back in 2012 has worked out well for both sides.

Super Bowl three-peat would make Chiefs greatest dynasty ever 

The Kansas City Chiefs are headed back to another Super Bowl after defeating the Buffalo Bills 32-29 to win another AFC title on Sunday and will have a chance to make history. They will also have a chance to assert themselves as the greatest dynasty in sports.

Are the Suns finally rising despite recent roster uncertainty? 

Even though the Suns are still barely hanging on to a spot in the play-in tournament, there's no denying they have been playing better basketball of late. 

Why Oregon could cry 'Wolfe' and claim a national title, too

Oregon's only loss was a 41-21 shellacking against Ohio State in the CFP.

Lamar Jackson's playoff failures cloud otherwise legendary career 

Lamar Jackson's legacy is going to forever be "great player who makes critical mistakes to come up short in the playoffs" until he changes it. 

Thunder achieve revenge, feed need for Cleveland-OKC NBA Finals

A lot can change in a week. And in just a week's time, the Oklahoma City Thunder were able to gain ground in their argument as being the NBA's best team. 

Red Wings' upcoming schedule will be true test for playoff push 

Even though San Jose was able to cool off the red-hot Red Wings on Tuesday night, Detroit fans have to be pleased with what they've been witnessing since the turn of the new year.

Ranking the remaining playoff teams entering the divisional round

The NFL's postseason field has been reduced from 14 to a remaining eight teams. So with the wild-card round now over and the divisional matchups set, it's time to go back and rank the playoff teams again as the path to Super Bowl LIX narrows.

Possible destinations if Heat trade Jimmy Butler

A star player trying to force his way to a new team is an annual occurrence in the NBA. And this season, that star wrapped up in a dream is Jimmy Butler.

Why it's finally time for Steelers and Mike Tomlin to part ways

It's finally time the Pittsburgh Steelers move on from Mike Tomlin.

Cavaliers prove themselves with complete team win over West-leading Thunder 

In a game that was being billed as a potential NBA Finals matchup, the Cleveland Cavaliers made a huge statement with a win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Power ranking all 14 NFL playoff teams

With the regular season over, there are now 14 NFL teams left standing. But while they are hoping to win Super Bowl LIX and lift the Lombardi Trophy, that dream will only become a reality for one team. 

Jimmy Butler's return only fuels speculation about relationship with Heat 

The first day of 2025 marked the return of Jimmy Butler for the Heat. And while his return might be awkward for some, it did happen in a Miami victory. 

NFL power rankings: Who's in way of defending champion Chiefs?

With the regular season nearly over, the journey to Super Bowl LIX is about to begin in earnest. 

Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns furthers MVP case with another 30-point game 

Barring an injury or something drastic, Towns is poised to complete his best individual season in years.

Celtics annihilate Pacers to send message after consecutive losses 

To silence any noise from anyone who started doubting them after back-to-back losses, the Boston Celtics made a statement on Friday night.

Penn State, James Franklin still facing pressure despite playoff win 

Penn State earned its 12th win of the season and the first College Football Playoff victory in program history against SMU, but the program will still be feeling pressure in it's quarterfinal matchup against Boise St. at the Fiesta Bowl.