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Pittsburgh Tribune Review columnist Tim Benz has been covering Pittsburgh sports since 2001. Along with writing for TribLIVE, he is a Steelers radio host on WDVE and ESPN Pittsburgh, a contributor on WPXI's "The Final Word" and the BetRivers podcast network. Plus he is a play-by-play announcer for Duquesne basketball and Robert Morris University hockey. Tim's Monday-Friday podcasts will cover everything going on with the Pittsburgh sports scene, fantasy sports, and gambling.

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    Beyond the Bylines (6/12)--Pirates pitching issues; NBA/NHL finals, Steelers moves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 45:12


    Joe Starkey and Tim Benz discuss Mitch Keller's problems, the run of recent Steelers signings, great NHL Stanley Cup Finals of year's gone by, Shohei Ohtani's place in baseball history, Knicks-Spurs and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (6/12)--Pirates get red hot Marlins after 1-5 stretch vs. NL's best

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 21:30


    Tim Benz and Kevin Gorman of Trib Live talk about, among other things, Mitch Keller's problems, the catching situation, the upcoming Marlin's series, the bullpen and costly injuries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fantasy Sports podcast (6/11)--MLB closer talk; Pirates-Dodger; QB contract talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 17:01


    This week's fantasy sports podcast with Jeff Erickson looks at daily fantasy leagues for the World Cup, the upcoming US Open, MLB and NFL Qb talk too Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (6/11)--Stelrs wrap up OTAs; off-season spending

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 27:04


    Chris Adamski and I talk about the Steelers ending there organized team activities and some of their offseason spending strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (6/10)--Pierre McGuire on 105.9 The X

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 21:43


    Pierre McGuire joined me on 105.9 The X Tuesday to talk about the Stanley Cup Final, Pens trade prospects, great Cup Finals of years gone by and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (6/10)--Jordan Staal shines; Pens offseason trade prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 24:55


    Jordan Staal is making a Conn Smythe push. The Stanley Cup Final is insane. The Pens have some trade possibilities, and more with Brian Metzer in our weekly hockey podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (6/9) --Bucs turned Dodgers PxP man Tim Neverett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 23:19


    Former Pirates PxP broadcaster Tim Neverett joins me to discuss calling the last two World Series with the Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani, Paul Skenes, the 2013-15 Pirates, MLB economics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz podcast (6/8)--Best Pittsburgh teams that didn't win a title

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 38:53


    All Pittsburghers know that the the 1976 Steelers and the 1993 Penguins are the two best Pittsburgh sports teams that didn't win a title. But what other teams in Pittsburgh history qualify? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Madden Monday (6/8)--Steelers handing out big contracts; Pirates swept in ATL; World Cup preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 29:23


    In this weekend's "Madden Monday" podcast, Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss the contracts from the Steelers for Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington. They also get into the wild Stanley Cup Final, the Pirates being swept in Atlanta and soccer's World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (6/5)--Paul Skenes' struggles; the Mlodzinski-Jones piggyback worked

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 26:39


    Today's baseball podcast looks at Paul Skenes' issues, bullpen struggles, ABS trickle down effect, Jones + Mlodzinski = W in Houston, Henry Davis' future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fantasy Sports Podcast (6/4)--Jeff Erickson of RotoWire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 21:05


    In this week's fantasy sports podcast, Jeff Erickson of RotoWire breaks down Paul Skenes' issues of late. Other aces shine. Ups and downs on the Phillies. Same for San Diego. Big Steelers signings. WR movement to. AJ Brown to New England. Myles Garrett to L.A. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (6/3)--Nick Herbig's new contract; T.J. Watt's new attitude; Alex Highsmith's new team?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 33:19


    Chris Admaski and Tim Benz discuss the future of the Steelers OLB position after Nick Herbig gets a new contract, trade rumors swirl around Alex Highsmith, and T.J. Watt makes an interesting admission about his time in Mike Tomlin's defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (6/2)--Previewing the Stanley Cup Final; Pens UFA plans; WSB in conference finals; World Championships,

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 23:28


    In this week's hockey podcast with Brian Metzer, Tim and Brian discuss the upcoming Stanley Cup Final. They also look at the Pens' plans for unrestricted free agency, the World Championships and the WSB run to the Calder Cup semifinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Madden Monday (6/2)--Carmen Mlodzinski's power play; MLB CBA reality check; Big Ben on Drew Allar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 20:15


    In this week's Madden Monday podcast, Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss the Pirates drama surrounding Carmen Mlodzinski, the team's sweep of Minnesota, Ben Roethlisberger's critique of Drew Allar, the state of the Penguins after Evgeni Malkin's contract signing, and Gret Van Fleet's new single Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz podcast (5/29)--Derek Shelton returns to PNC Park; Pirates rotation shuffle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 22:50


    Former Minnesota Twins All Star pitcher and TV/Radio broadcaster Glen Perkins joins me to talk about Derek Shelton's return to PNC Park, being shuttled back and forth between the bullpen and starting like Carmen Mlodzinski, hockey, and Pearl Jam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (5/29)--OLine shuffling;

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 23:14


    Chris Adamski joins me to discuss the offensive line shuffle, Ben Roethlisberger's take on Drew Allar and talk of an 18th game and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (5/29)--Carmen Mlodzinski to the bullpen; Paul Skenes' velocity

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 28:58


    Kevin Gorman talks about Derek Shelton's return to PNC Park, Carmen Mlodzinski's move to the bullpen, and Paul Skenes' latest loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fantasy Sports podcast (5/28)--Jeff Erickson of RotoWire

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 22:47


    Jeff Erickson of RotoWire joins me for this week's Fantasy Sports podcast. Talking about Paul Skenes' latest start vs. Cubs. Jared Jones' return. Derek Shelton's Twins coming to Pittsburgh. Cubs' struggles. Offseason RB issues. Lamar Jackson's prospects. Thoughts on an 18 game NFL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Pittsburgh LaxCast (5/28)--Recapping Memorial Day weekend; RMU's NEC title

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 43:08


    Rmu Lacrosse coach Craig McDonald joins T.J. Reisdorf , Mike McBride and Tim Benz as they recap the NCAA Lacrosse Final Four, Robert Morris' conference title and trip to the tournament, and the WPIAL title games--as well as a preview of the state tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Beyond the Bylines (5/27)--Evgeni Malkin signs; Braxton Ashcraft shines

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 41:51


    It's an early edition of "Beyond the Bylines" with Joe Starkey and Tim Benz. The guys talk about Evgeni Malkin's new contract, Braxton Ashcraft's latest start, Ben Roethlisberger's comments about Drew Allar, the National Spelling Bee, ghost hunting, and ice cream cones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (5/27)--Evgeni Malkin signs his contract; WBS Pens roll on

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 21:46


    This week's hockey podcast with Brian Metzer of the Penguins Radio Network takes a long look at Evgeni Malkin's new contract, the NHL conference finals and the WBS Pens staying alive in the Calder Cup playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Madden Monday (5/25)--Sidney Crosby's long-term plan; Paul Skenes' issues in Toronto; Aaron Rodgers reports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 24:39


    This week's Madden Monday talks about Sidney Crosby's playing status, Aaron Rodgers' comments, Pauls Skenes' issues versus Toronto & more . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (5/22)--WBS Penguins in the AHL playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 22:28


    Tony Androckitis of InsideAHLhockey.com analyzes the AHL playoffs featuring the WBS Penguins and Springfield going to a decisive Game 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (5/22)--Bucs bullpen concerns; roster moves; series win over Cards

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 26:08


    Kevin Gorman of TribLive joins me to analyze the Pirates swing up to Toronto, their series win vs. St. Louis, roster moves, catching concerns, bullpens needs Paul Skenes and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Beyond the Bylines (5/22)--Joe Starkey and Tim Benz

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 41:24


    Aaron Rodgers on preseason expectations. Sidney Crosby on his future. Both of us on the Pirates bullpen, Gettysburg, colored pens, lacrosse and milk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fantasy Sports Podcast (5/21)--Jeff Erickson of RotoWire

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 20:29


    Jeff Erickson of RotoWire joins me to discuss Aaron Rodgers return, Rashee Rice's probation violation, the Pirates-Cards series, Gerrit Cole's return, JJ Wetherholt and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz podcast (5/21)--WBS Pens look to advance in playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 25:26


    Via 105.9 the X, Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins PxP man Nick Hart with me on the surging Baby Pens and their attempt to advance to the AHL Eastern Conference Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (5/19)--Geno Malkin prospects, WSB & Wheeling still alive, Conference finals ready to start

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 20:11


    Brian Metzer of the Penguins Radio Network joins me to talk about, the Pens minor league teams thriving in the post season, Evgeni Malkin's status, the start of NHL conference finals action & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz (5/19)--Steelers QB depth chart, OLine shuffle dominate OTA talk

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 21:37


    Chris Adamski of TribLIVE joins me to discuss Aaron Rodgers' return, the QB depth chart the OLine shuffle and Kaleb Johnson as OTAs are under way Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Madden Monday (5/18)--Aaron Rodgers signs, debating Evgeni Malkin's future

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 29:58


    Tin Benz and Mark Madden host this week's "Madden Monday" podcast. They discuss Aaron Rodgers' return, Evgeni Malkin's potential departure, the Pirates series against the Phillies, Carano-Rusey, the Steelers' offensive line, the NHL playoffs and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Beyond the Bylines (5/15)--Steelers schedule release; Pirates attendance; Pens offseason

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 33:48


    Tim Benz and Joe Starkey discuss the Steelers' schedule release, Pirates attendance, the Penguins offseason, Pittsburgh traffic, and Joe's attempt to fly to Paris for Steelers-Saints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (5/15)--Pirates vs. Phillies; Jared Jones reaction to bullpen question

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 24:51


    Kevin Gorman joins me for our weekly baseball podcast. The Pirates host the Phillies. Jared Jones reacts negatively to a question about pitching out of the bullpen. Paul Skenes is dominant yet again. Marcell Ozuna's struggles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fantasy Sports podcast (5/14)--PGA underway; hot pitchers in May; NFL schedule talk

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 18:29


    Jeff Erickson of RotoWire joins me to discus plenty of baseball, golf and football fantasy league nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (5/13)--Seth Rorabaugh wraps up Kyle Dubas' presser; examines Pens offseason

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 27:45


    TribLive's Seth Rorabaugh wraps up Kyle Dubas' presser with Tim Benz. The guys also look at the Penguins looming offseason, salary cap management, Evgeni Malkin's future, limited draft picks, the goaltending derby and AHL prospects. . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (5/13)--Latest on Aaron Rodgers; Steelers going to Paris

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 22:53


    Tim Benz and Chris Adamski discuss the Steelers upcoming trip to Paris to play the Saints, continued uncertainty about Aaron Rodgers, pass catching options, offensive line shuffle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz golf podcast (5/13)--Previewing the PGA Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 16:46


    Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio joins me to discuss the 108th PGA Championship at Aronimink near Philadelphia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (5/12)--Wrapping up Kyle Dubas' season ending presser

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 24:17


    Tim Benz and Brian Metzer discuss what Kyle Dubas had to say in his season ending press conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Madden Monday (5/11)--Evgeni Malkin's future; Aaron Rodgers fiasco; Pirates rotation debates

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 23:16


    This week's "Madden Monday" podcast features a conversation about Evgeni Malkin's future, Penguins goaltending, Pirates rotation debates; the latest on Aaron Rodgers and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (5/8)--Hot road play, Bubba Chandler's issues, outfield defense

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 27:36


    This week's Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast with Kevin Gorman looks at Bubba Chandler's control problems, Jared Jones' looming return, the NL Central standings, and outfield defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fantasy sports podcast (5/7)--Jeff Erickson of Rotowire

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 20:42


    Aaron Rodgers QB rankings. What he may have been able to work with in Arizona. N.L. Central break down. Hot teams/players to watch in their home parks. Bucco pitching and bullpen movement. Scorching Cubs, sinking Reds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (5/7)--Will Howard hype, OLine movement, Rodgers ready to sign

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 20:24


    Tim Benz and Chris Adamski dive into a ton of Steelers offseason topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (5/6)--Offseason decisions on the blue line; in net and with Evgeni Malkin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 23:24


    Tim Benz and Brian Metzer discuss some looming offseason moves on defense for the Penguins, in net, and with Evgeni Malkin's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (5/4)--Pierre McGuire on 105.9 The X

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 19:47


    Pierre McGuire joined Tim Benz during the Mark Madden show to talk about the NHL playoffs and the Penguins on 105.9 The X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (5/4)--Phil Bourque on 105.9 The X

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 21:39


    Phil Bourque joined Tim Benz to discuss the end of the Penguins season as he filled in for Mark Madden on 105.9 The X Monday afternoon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Madden Monday (5/4)--Penguins 2026-27 roster plans, Pirates sweep Reds, Steelers offseason signals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2026 27:03


    In this week's "Madden Monday," Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss Sidney Crosby's looming contract extension, Evgeni Malkin's future, goaltending plans for the Penguins, the state of the Steelers' QB room, and a herky jerky week for the Pirates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Beyond the Bylines (5/1)--Tim Benz and Joe Starkey

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 44:30


    Beyond the Bylines for Friday May 1st features Joe Starkey and Tim Benz talking about the Steelers QB & OT situations, the Pens approach to goaltending next year, Pirates problems, Mike Tomlin on NBC, Mike Tomlin in New England, board games and expensive furniture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (5/1)--Pirates swept by Cardinals; Paul Skenes' rough start

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 24:04


    This week's baseball podcast with Tim Benz and Kevin Gorman looks at the Pirates' five game losing streak, defensive problems, Jared Jones' recovery, Ryan O'Hearn's addition and Paul Skenes' rough outing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Fantasy Sports podcast (4/30)--Pirates slump; Paul Skenes struggles; NFL Draft recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 21:47


    This week's fantasy sports podcast with Jeff Erickson features a Draft recap from a WR & RB point of view, Shohei Ohtani's hot pitching start, Braves buzzing, Pirates struggling, Paul Skenes' bad start. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (4/29)--Draft recap, Aaron Rodgers' tag; Mike Tomlin to NE?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 24:24


    Tim Benz and Chris Adamski recap the 2026 draft, attempt to figure out Aaron Rodgers' UFA tag, and the Mike Tomlin to New England rumors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (4/28)--Pens force a Game 6 back in Philly

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 23:41


    Penguins Radio Network host Brian Metzer joins me to discuss the Pens winning Game 5 of their series against the Flyers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Pittsburgh LaxCast (4/27)--ESPN's Paul Carcaterra joins the show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 43:27


    ESPN's Paul Carcaterra joins Tim Benz and Mike McBride for this month's Pittsburgh LaxCast. The guys discuss, Pro college, Olympic, and local high school lacrosse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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