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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The Pittsburgh Pirates' Andrew McCutchen hits an RBI double in the first inning against the Miami Marlins on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, at Marlins Park in Miami. The Pirates won, 7-2. (David Santiago/El Nuevo Herald/TNS)

Pirates need to make big splash for continued success

By Jeremy Tepper / Senior Staff Writer December 9, 2015

Small-market teams like the Pirates acquire prospects or undervalued players through strong drafts and savvy trades. But sustaining their place at the top isn’t always a home run. A core of young, cheap...

Pitt will face the Navy in the Military Bowl on December 28.  Left:  Wenhao Wu | Staff Photographer,  Right: Karl Merton Ferron/Baltimore Sun/TNS

Military Bowl matchup features plenty of intrigue

By Dan Sostek / Sports Editor December 8, 2015

When Pitt learned it’s bowl destination on Sunday afternoon, many Pitt fans were frustrated that the team earned a trip to one of the two lowest tier ACC-affiliated bowls. The Panthers finished with...

Jamel Artis drives past a Purdue defender towards the hoop.  Wenhao Wu | Staff Photographer

It’s only December: Early season rankings are far from absolute

By Chris Puzia / Assistant Sports Editor December 2, 2015

When Pitt lost to Purdue — the No. 11 team in the country — they lost to a team that was seemingly one of the best in the nation. But the Boilermakers’ ranking doesn’t really say much, at least...

Chris Ware caricature of Rhonda Rousey (TNS). Ronda Jean Rousey is an American mixed martial artist, judoka and actress.

Criticism of Ronda Rousey an unfair double standard

By Chris Puzia / Assistant Sports Editor November 18, 2015

With one swift kick to the neck Saturday night, Ronda Rousey went from renowned role model to the Internet’s punching bag. A hailstorm of backlash and social media mudslinging hit UFC superstar Ronda...

Bobby Grier was the first African American football player to ever participate in the Sugar Bowl in 1956.  Photo courtesy of Pitt Media Relations

Heed history in response to Missouri protests

By Dan Sostek / Sports Editor November 11, 2015

In the face of racial adversity, a football team stood up for justice. The players stood as one, risking missing a game in order to ensure a safe environment for all people. This scenario casts the 2015...

Chad Voytik has the moves to make it on Pitts Dance Team.  Meghan Sunners | Senior Staff Photographer

Change-up: five positional switches for Pitt to consider

By Dan Sostek / Sports Editor November 10, 2015

On Saturday, the Pitt football team couldn’t pull off a monumental upset, falling to the loaded No. 5 Notre Dame Fighting Irish 42-30 at Heinz Field. But even with the loss, the Panthers stumbled upon...

Crucial game Thursday a rare opportunity for Pitt students

By Dan Sostek / Sports Editor October 28, 2015

For the first marquee home matchup in six years, Pitt football is the team with a bullseye on their back. The Panthers have suffered through mediocre season after mediocre season this decade. They sport...

New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom throws in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fla., on Friday, Aug. 7, 2015. (Will Vragovic/Tampa Bay Times/TNS)

Finding a team: Reasons to root for the remaining playoff rosters

By Chris Puzia / Assistant Sports Editor October 20, 2015

It will probably be difficult for any Pirates fan to stay invested in the MLB playoffs now that the Buccos lost the Wild Card game for the second straight year — but before you change the channel on...

Narduzzi has lead Pitt into the top 25 college football teams of the NCAA.  Meghan Sunners | Senior Staff Photographer

AP ranking a sign of things to come for Pitt football

By Dan Sostek / Sports Editor October 19, 2015

The Chicago Cubs are in the playoffs. Donald Trump is running for president. And Pitt football is ranked in the AP poll. What a time to be alive. Following a win on Saturday at Georgia Tech, head coach...

Hoards of Pirates Fans crossed the Roberto Clemente Bridge to get to PNC Park.  Theo Schwarz | Senior Staff Photographer

Pirates’ season ends, optimism should endure

By Dan Sostek / Sports Editor October 8, 2015

Before you look at the Pittsburgh Pirates’ season-ending loss to the Cubs Wednesday night, you have to look at who they lost first. Put the early playoff exit aside — before losing 4-0 at home in...

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