TGIF (2/27)

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Friday thoughts...

-It's the one year anniversary of one of the saddest days in Pittsburgh sports history...the passing of Myron Cope. ESPN Radio 1250 is honoring him with Myron Cope Day. Since it's Friday, stop by your local watering hole after work and have a few in honor of one of our fallen heroes.

-Another huge game for the new-look Pens tonight in Chi-town. Chris "the Savior" Kunitz makes his Pittsburgh debut against the Blackhawks. He'll be skating on Sidney Crosby's line, but likely without Sidney Crosby, who's still struggling with his groin. As for the departed Ryan Whitney, he was held scoreless with an even plus/minus rating, which is surprising seeing that his Ducks were shut out 6-0 by the Bruins. I'm planning on keeping tabs on Mr. Whitney, to see if the change in scenery does him well.

Parting is such sweet sorrow.

-The Super Steelers turnover continues. Former Pro Bowler Kendall Simmons was cut yesterday, as was resident big mouth/small game Anthony Smith. It's also looking like Chris Kemoeatu and Nate Washington are out the door as well. No complaints here. In other NFL news...Albert Haynesworth got paid. Ten bucks says the 'Skins regret this in two years, as they usually do with their huge free agent mistakes.

-Two wins in two days for your Pittsburgh Pirates, this time a 3-2 comeback victory over 6th Ward's favorite team, the Boston Red Sox. That means the Buccos have beaten the past two World Series champions in successive days. Playoffs here we come.