~~ April 2005 ~~

Weathering The Storms: Despite Critics, McClatchy Presses On: ESPN Radio’s Tim Benz considers Kevin McClatchy’s reputation and image as owner of the Pirates, and whether that perception is reality. McClatchy has never been portrayed as “the man who saved baseball in Pittsburgh” in a way similar to how Mario Lemieux has been tabbed “the man who save hockey in Pittsburgh.” After all, has the team really been saved when it still appears to be on life support? Up Close with Artie Lange– PSR Editor Tony DeFazio visits with comic Artie Lange of the Howard Stern Radio Show backstage at the Funny Bone. Nothing is sacred when you’re on that show. You gotta have a thick skin…You do give up something, obviously, but the upside is way cooler than the downside. Getting up that early in the morning is the only part of it that feels like work. The rest of it is being in third grade throwing spit-balls all day. It’s a blast. Cannon Firing Line: Selective Steroids– Ellis questions the region’s inconsistent views regarding steroid use in baseball as opposed to football. Junker: Cashing In On Sports – Sports Marketing is fast become a popular major at universities across the country. Guy provides PSR readers with a quick study. NFL Draft Preview With the 30th Selection… Jerry DiPaola reviews the Steelers’ needs, which are many, and previews what they might do when April 23 arrives. Top 30 Players: Auburn RB Ronnie Brown heads DiPaola’s best. Position Evaluations: Jerry D rates ‘em, PSR counts ‘em down. PSR Showdown: Rob Cochran and Tony DeFazio discuss the hangover effect of the Steelers’ AFC Championship game loss. Bob Grove: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins: Three Baby Pens have spent the season readying their games for the NHL. Paul Alexander: Media Savvy: Paul’s lifelong love affair with the links. Been There Wrote This: John Mehno says that athletes have always looked outside the rules for an edge.    Copyright © 1997-2005 Pittsburgh Sports Report [PSR]