http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/Cheersjstl.mp3 Wednesday’s Sharks-Blues overtime result is the latest example of a difficult postseason for NHL officials.

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/PSULAX.mp3 The Penn State lacrosse team is 15-1 and the top ranked club in the nation. They play in the NCAA quarterfinals Sunday against Loyola. One more win and they get to the Final Four in Philadelphia. I spoke with head coach Jeff Tambroni and a few of the players.

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/CHEERLEADERSnflLOTTERY.mp3 Would the NFL ever consider an NBA style draft lottery?

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/BURKEpodcast515.mp3 ESPN.com’s Brian Burke joins me. He’s one of the NFL Next Gen Stats experts, especially when it comes to player tracking data. And he’s got some really interesting numbers about offensive lines, defensive pass rush, and quarterback risk-taking. The metrics are particularly interesting when it comes to some Steelers stats.

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/CheerleadersLIRIANO.mp3 Steven Brault and Nick Kingham are struggling as starters. So is it time to put Francisco Liriano back into the starting rotation?

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/CHEERLEADERSbrownswire.mp3 Some of the Browns hype has to be discounted. But they are being hyped for a reason…they are going to be better than Pittsburgh wants to admit.

Former Ford City High School standout and NFL quarterback Gus Frerotte sits down with Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick in the latest edition of the podcast, “Huddle Up with Gus.” In each episode, Frerotte discusses with guests how sports has shaped their lives. Part 1: But, Mom, I don’t have a swimsuit Part 2: Rivers […]

http://sportstalk.triblive.com/download/MADDENmay13.mp3 In this week’s “Madden Monday,” Mark Madden and I talk about the Pirates weekend surge in St. Louis, the Steelers plans at running back, and the NHL playoffs without the Penguins.