Mike DeFabo
Pittsburgh news now
Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Contact Mike
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Mike:
Two Pittsburgh Rhinos selected for U.S. National Blind Hockey Team
The quad engine revved and dirt flew as TJ Stewart raced around his grandfather’s farm. At the time, he was an active 9-year-old boy who loved the... → Read More
Fenway Sports Group chairman Tom Werner feels ‘privileged’ to be involved with Penguins
Tom Werner, chairman of Fenway Sports Group, made his rounds in Pittsburgh this week. He met with Penguins brass, visited elected officials in the city... → Read More
Brandon Tanev likely headed to Seattle Kraken in NHL expansion draft
While the pick won’t be public until after 8 p.m., all signs are pointing toward the Penguins losing Brandon Tanev in the expansion draft. Frank... → Read More
Evgeni Malkin appears likely to return for Game 3 against the Islanders
LONG ISLAND — When the puck drops for Game 3 against the Islanders, the Penguins could have a key piece back in the middle. Evgeni Malkin was a full... → Read More
With 5-4 OT victory, Penguins clinch playoff berth
WASHINGTON — Sirens blared and police cars roamed the streets of Washington, D.C. on Wednesday night, as President Joe Biden stepped to the microphone... → Read More
Penguins players, coaches vaccinated during event at PPG Paints Arena
On Monday, the Penguins partnered with UPMC to vaccinate more than a thousand local residents against COVID-19. The Penguins also offered the shot to players... → Read More
Penguins sideline nine players after possible secondary exposure to COVID-19
Team did not release names, but Patric Hornqvist was among the absences as camp opened Monday → Read More
Penguins mailbag: What's the best playoff format if the NHL resumes?
Welcome back to Mike’s Mailbag. It’s now been seven weeks since the NHL officially “paused” its season. Optimism is building... → Read More
Pittsburgh-area doctors explain how and when sports can resume
The North American sports world felt the first ripple of the COVID-19 pandemic in a most trivial way: hockey sticks. As the virus began to spread, several... → Read More
As COVID-19 spreads, NHL reportedly considers modifying media access
As COVID-19 spreads, NHL reportedly considers modifying media access | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MENU → Read More
NHL’s Black Hockey History mobile museum visits Miller Elementary in Hill District
NHL’s Black Hockey History mobile museum visits Miller Elementary in Hill District | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MENU → Read More
How Penguins from foreign countries grasped English language
How Penguins from foreign countries grasped English language | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MENU → Read More
Penguins win in overtime on Tanev's goal against Canadiens
Penguins win in overtime on Tanev's goal against Canadiens | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MENU → Read More
Misplaced passport keeps Penguins goalie Casey DeSmith from making first NHL stint this season
Pittsburgh had planned to recall DeSmith to backup Matt Murray → Read More
Sidney Crosby expected to miss at least six weeks after core muscle surgery
Sidney Crosby expected to miss at least six weeks after core muscle surgery | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MENU → Read More
As the Penguins honored veterans, one stood outside searching for $7 and a place to sleep
As the Penguins honored veterans, one stood outside searching for $7 and a place to sleep | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MENU → Read More
Penguins' Kris Letang 'week-to-week' with injury
Penguins' Kris Letang 'week-to-week' with injury | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MENU → Read More
Penguins trade Erik Gudbranson to Ducks for Andreas Martinsen, draft pick
Penguins trade Erik Gudbranson to Ducks for Andreas Martinsen, draft pick | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MENU → Read More
Bad bounces contribute to Penguins dropping game to Panthers
The Penguins fell to 6-4-0 after dropping their second straight game. → Read More
Evgeni Malkin leaves Penguins game after awkward hit along the bench
Evgeni Malkin leaves Penguins game after awkward hit along the bench | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette MENU → Read More