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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.

Cubs' Seiya Suzuki leaves series vs. Athletics with two more home runs 

It turns out a series with the Athletics was just what Seiya Suzuki and the Cubs needed. On Wednesday, Chicago's bats continued to torch the A's with a 10-2 win, moving the Cubs' record to 5-4 overall. 

Elly De La Cruz shines as Reds' bats finally wake up  

After scoring only a combined six runs in the last two games, the Cincinnati Reds exploded for 14 runs on Monday. But while scoring 14 runs usually takes a team effort, one player was responsible for literally half of the team's production. 

Josh Bell powers Nationals to first win, hoping for renaissance season 

Josh Bell's first hit of the 2025 season was a big one. The Washington Nationals' designated hitter did enough damage with one swing of the bat that it was all Washington needed to beat the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday.

Diamondbacks 3B Eugenio Suarez stays red-hot, hits two more home runs

Arizona Diamondbacks third basemen Eugenio Suarez is opening the 2025 MLB season as hot as anyone in baseball.

Watch: Cubs' Ian Happ brings bat to Opening Day, hits laser home run 

Ian Happ continued playing the role of hero for Cubs. 

Watch: Unlikely slugger helps Athletics start new era off with a bang 

Despite an uncertain future, the Athletics started off the 2025 season with a bang. That bang was thanks to a mammoth home run by Tyler Soderstrom.

Aaron Rodgers only has one logical decision to make at this point

As the NFL world continues to wait for Aaron Rodgers to make his decision, it's clear he only really has one logical choice to make at this point.

Red-hot Thunder continue to flex muscles, put depth on display 

Friday night became the latest example of the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder flexing their muscles as they gear up for a postseason run.

DK Metcalf addition signals Steelers aren't going to invest in George Pickens  

Even though there's tons of uncertainty surrounding the future of the Pittsburgh Steelers, there's one key decision that seems very clear.

Pressure grows on Joe Burrow as Bengals meet QB's demands

To the surprise of some based on how the franchise has operated in the past, the Cincinnati Bengals stepped up with a financial commitment to winning.

Cavaliers' depth extends winning streak to new franchise record

On Friday night, the Cavaliers won again. Their latest victory, No. 56 on the season, set a new franchise record.

LeBron James' injury could cost Lakers their contender status 

Up until Saturday, the Lakers were enjoying a honeymoon period after acquiring Luka Doncic. Most fans and media were viewing Los Angeles as the clear winner of the most shocking trade in NBA history. 

Teams that make sense for Cooper Kupp after release from Rams

With Kupp now free and available, which teams still make sense for the former NFL Offensive Player of the Year?

Najee Harris' Steelers departure harkens back to debate prior to 2021 NFL Draft 

Najee Harris agreeing to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers ends his Steelers career and also finalizes a big ongoing debate among Pittsburgh fans.

Why the Steelers should hit reset, make bold move with star defender

The Steelers were put on notice the moment the Browns and Myles Garrett agreed to a new deal, and it's time for the franchise to change course.

Geno Smith is better off after trade from Seahawks 

At 34, Geno Smith is far from finished. Seattle may learn to regret writing Smith off too soon. 

Under-the-radar trade destinations for Seahawks WR DK Metcalf

Based on Metcalf's value, it's possible an unexpected team ends up making the deal.

Justin Fields remains Steelers' most logical option at QB for 2025 

The answer to the Steelers' QB problem becomes clearer with each passing day: bring back Justin Fields.   

Watch: Kyrie Irving sinks free throws after suffering knee injury

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving proved his toughness after suffering an apparent knee injury on Monday night. Irving was not about to let the insult of missing out on his earned free throws be added to his injury. 

Commanders are perfect fit to help Deebo Samuel find past production 

After weeks of speculation, Deebo Samuel has a new NFL home.

Cavaliers show off depth, extend win streak while resting Donovan Mitchell 

New month, same Cleveland Cavaliers. In their first game in the month of March, the Cavaliers picked up right where they left of at the end of February.

Steelers' remaining QB options with Matthew Stafford off the board 

What the Steelers decide to do will say a lot about their mentality moving forward

Pelicans' Zion Williamson is finally putting his true ability on display 

Once upon a time, Zion Williamson was viewed as the next big thing in basketball. In 2019, he left Duke and became the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft.