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Mike J. Asti

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.

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. 

Five moves that signal a new mentality for Steelers

For many years, the "Steeler Way" was clear. But the end of Kevin Colbert's tenure and the ascension of Omar Khan has thrown a monkey wrench into how people view Pittsburgh's mentality.

Knicks guard Miles McBride pays off new deal with playoff performance

New York Knicks guard Miles McBride is thriving with increased opportunity.

Could another major sports franchise be headed out of Arizona?

Could the Arizona Diamondbacks be in trouble?

Evaluating Steelers' options to fulfill WR2 need

With wide receiver a clear position of need for the Steelers heading into the 2024 NFL Draft, there's much debate about what Pittsburgh should do.

Bulls guard Jevon Carter deserves increased opportunity

Chicago Bulls guard Jevon Carter came up huge when it mattered most. The team needs more of the same this postseason.

Steelers might have to be aggressive to land Zach Frazier

As Zach Frazier's NFL stock continues to rise, it's becoming clear the Steelers will have to be aggressive if they hope to land the West Virginia offensive lineman. 

Missing the playoffs will be a major letdown for the Red Wings

It's been seven long years since Red Wings fans have watched their team in the playoffs. What's one more year in the rebuild, right? 

Caitlin Clark's college career shows a ring is not required for greatness

Caitlin Clark didn't finish her Iowa career with a title, but her accomplishments and impact on women's sports may weigh more heavily in the grand scheme of things.

Adding Stefon Diggs cements Texans as true championship contenders

Since most of the aftermath of the Stefon Diggs trade has been about the future of Josh Allen and the Bills, the other story is what this signifies for C.J. Stroud and the Texans. 

Zach Frazier's NFL stock on the rise after Big 12 pro day event

West Virginia center Zach Frazier's NFL stock continues to rise after a strong showing at the Big 12 pro day event on Saturday.

Angel in the outfield: Mike Trout primed for big year, but L.A. is not

Mike Trout homered on Opening Day as the Angels lost to the Orioles, 11-3, which sums up Trout's entire tenure with Los Angeles.

Hiring Dusty May shows Michigan is serious about basketball program

Michigan has an elite football program. Its basketball program is trying to reach that level.

Will Kentucky's disappointing season finally convince John Calipari to change?

Kentucky HC John Calipari might need to change tactics to find March success, probably easier said than done at 65 years old.

Cinderella Oakland spoils Tre Mitchell's Pittsburgh homecoming

Kentucky forward Tre Mitchell saw his Pittsburgh homecoming end early with Thursday's upset loss to Oakland.

Kenny Pickett miscalculated Steelers tenure, now in worse situation with Eagles

Kenny Pickett is no longer a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Two years after drafting him in the first round, Pittsburgh traded Pickett within the state of Pennsylvania to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Derrick Henry gives the Ravens exactly what they need

On the heels of falling shy of reaching the Super Bowl, the Baltimore Ravens know they still have an open window to win a championship with QB Lamar Jackson.

Signing Russell Wilson was easy decision for QB-needy Steelers

The reported agreement with the Steelers and Wilson is for one year at the veteran minimum of roughly $1.2 million. Denver will be on the hook for the remaining $37.8 million owed to the nine-time Pro Bowler for 2024.

Did the Penguins lose the Jake Guentzel trade?

Trading an impending free agent makes sense for a team fading out of playoff contention, but did Pittsburgh get enough for its star asset? 

West Virginia center Zach Frazier's combine interview session delayed by health inquiries

West Virginia center Zach Frazier is getting plenty of questions about his health at the NFL Combine, though he seems pretty confident in the progress of his ongoing rehab from a broken leg.

Georgia DB Tykee Smith feels program prepared him mentally for NFL

Georgia creates Dawgs. NFL-hopeful defensive back Tykee Smith is certainly one.