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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.

Jayson Tatum answered his critics, has Celtics on verge of NBA title

Even though the Celtics were winning, Jayson Tatum was facing pressure to show why he's one of the best players in the game. Tatum's struggles have been masked by Boston's depth, but game 3 was finally a night he put his best on display.

What the Steelers offensive coordinator job offers Arthur Smith

While talking with reporters Tuesday, Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith explained why he jumped at the chance to join head coach Mike Tomlin's staff.  

Celtics stars don't have to be at their best for team to win NBA title

As the Boston Celtics are now two wins away from a championship, their depth is proving to be too much for the Mavericks to handle.

Kristaps Porzingis is difference-maker for Celtics in NBA Finals

When the Celtics added Kristaps Porzingis, many thought he would be the missing piece to make a Boston team that has been so close into champions. But the Celtics were unable to experience what it would be like to have Porzingis during a playoff run until Thursday night.

Is signing Cam Heyward to a new deal worth risk for Steelers?

In a league with a salary cap, franchises need to ensure they are paying for future production and not just a resume from the past. Heyward has been the one constant throughout a Steelers era that's been filled with far more drama than playoff wins.

The time needs to be now for Connor McDavid, Oilers to win Stanley Cup

The 2024 Stanley Cup Final matchup is set. The Oilers' 2-1 win over the Stars won the Western Conference and earned them a date with the Panthers. 

Luka Doncic has always had it in him to lead Mavericks to NBA Finals

Prior to the 2024 playoffs, most who follow the NBA were already regarding Luka Doncic as one of the best players in the game today. But many of those same people were also placing pressure on Doncic to lead the Mavericks to the franchise's first NBA Finals appearance since 2011.

Rangers need Chris Kreider to get going to advance to Stanley Cup Final

The New York Rangers would not be in the Eastern Conference Final without Chris Kreider. But it's also looking like they won't advance beyond the Eastern Conference Final unless Kreider gets going. 

Karl-Anthony Towns responds to critics with clutch performance in Game 4 of WCF

Minnesota's only hope is to continue getting this kind of effort from Towns. 

Writing is on the wall for Pacers with Celtics sitting pretty in ECF

The Boston Celtics are looking like they are going to win the Eastern Conference.

Why Russell Wilson has a lock on Steelers' QB1 role

With Pittsburgh Steelers OTAs under way, Russell Wilson and Justin Fields are together as teammates for the first time. Despite talks of a QB competition, one player clearly has the edge. And he should.

Do Oilers need more from Connor McDavid to get to Stanley Cup Final?

Just when it seemed as if the Oilers were headed for another playoff disappointment, they kicked into high gear and mounted a comeback to win their second-round series over Vancouver. 

Disappointing end to playoffs doesn't diminish Knicks' bright future

It might be difficult for fans to hear after a Game 7 loss at home, but the New York Knicks are a team on the rise.

Chris Kreider furthers Rangers legacy with historic playoff performance

On Thursday night, Kreider's name was mentioned alongside Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier. And while he will never be in their class when it comes to career achievements, Kreider is establishing a New York Rangers legacy of his own.

Jalen Brunson is building a legendary Knicks legacy

Brunson is only in his second year as a Knick, but the historic nature of this postseason is placing him in some rarefied air.

Nuggets teach Timberwolves it's never easy to knock out the champion

The Denver Nuggets have responded in force to a 2-0 series deficit against the Minnesota Timberwolves, taking a pair of road contests to wrest back home court.

Celtics proved a point with convincing Game 3 win vs. Cavaliers

The Boston Celtics proved a point to the Cleveland Cavaliers and sent a message to the rest of the NBA on Saturday night.

Game 2 loss to Cavaliers not a reason for Celtics to panic

The Boston faithful are very good at panicking, but they shouldn't after the Cleveland Cavaliers stole Game 2 against the Celtics.

Connor McDavid, Oilers facing most pressure among remaining teams

There's no NHL team facing more pressure to finally get the job done than the Oilers. After losing to the eventual champion Golden Knights last year, Edmonton entered this season with the hockey world wondering how they would respond. 

Najee Harris' days in Pittsburgh could be numbered

When news broke that the Steelers would not be picking up the fifth-year option on Najee Harris' contract, fans were left trying to make sense of the decision.

The Timberwolves are built to beat the Nuggets

Minnesota poses a problem for the Nuggets because it mirrors them in many ways. The Timberwolves possess a youthful energy and even more athleticism than Denver.

Kristaps Porzingis' absence shouldn't derail Celtics in East

The Boston Celtics have the right pieces and are in the right conference to withstand the injury loss of center Kristaps Porzingis.

West Virginia center Zach Frazier, Steelers were destined for each other

Zach Frazier and the Pittsburgh Steelers are a match made in heaven.  After drafting the WVU product with the 51st overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft,

Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr. is confusing with Kirk Cousins on roster

Are the Falcons trying to win now or planning for the future? While Atlanta will argue they are doing both simultaneously, their actions on Thursday night leave something to be desired.