Mark Madden: Unfiltered

Mark Madden and Tim Benz ask if Pirates players and fans should be out in the toxic wildfire smoke clogging Pittsburgh's air. And how can this team find ways to improve in the near future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz recap the 2023 NHL awards and ponder the Penguins' future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz discuss NHL goalie Tom Barasso finally reaching the Hall of Fame. Barasso helped the Penguins win back-to-back Stanley Cups in 1991 and 1992. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz dive into pop culture, including their takes on sports movies of this century. Why have recent sports movies been so poor compared to older releases? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Benz and Tom Opferman discuss Taylor Swift's conquest of Pittsburgh. And they break down the Pirates' continuing struggles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Benz and Tom Opferman discuss the passing of Pittsburgh media legend Stan Savran, who spent nearly five decades in television and radio. They also offer their thoughts on the Pirates' upcoming series vs the Cubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz discuss the Pirates' disappointing series loss to the abysmal Oakland A's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman discuss Andrew McCutchen and his impact on the MLB. Is his recent revival just a reminder that he's overrated? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz discuss the Penguins' hiring of Kyle Dubas as president of hockey operations. How will Dubas leverage his new powers during the offseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden digs into Penguins' offseason questions. What sort of roster moves should Pittsburgh make? Tom Opferman joins the show to discuss hockey and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Benz joins Mark Madden to talk the latest with Pittsburg sports. Plus, their thoughts on the NHL playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden offers his NHL playoffs MVPs so far this postseason. And he discusses the Penguins' GM search with Tom Opferman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz ponder the consequences of perpetual college football conference shakeups. Plus, their thoughts on the ongoing Penguins GM search. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman discuss what value Mason Rudolph brings to the Steelers, and how his new contract will affect Mitch Trubisky and Kenny Pickett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Benz and Tom Opferman step in for Mark Madden. You'll hear their thoughts on NHL playoff action and the Pirates' recent losing streak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman discuss the biggest weaknesses in the current Steelers lineup. How will this roster stack up in the AFC next season? Plus, an update on the Pirates, who just snapped a seven-game skid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz chat about the Stanley Cup Playoffs and the poor TV coverage of the events. In spite of terrible broadcasting choices, the matchups themselves are plenty intriguing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman discuss the Steelers' 2023 draft picks. Will Broderick Jones, Joey Porter Jr., Keeanu Benton, Darnell Washington, and other selections propel Pittsburgh back into contention? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Draft Day, Mark Madden and Tim Benz decide to have some fun and "draft" the QBs of the AFC. How will they choose from superstars like Joe Burrow, Josh Allen, and Patrick Mahomes? Plus, thoughts on the Pirates' current situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who will the Steelers take with their first pick in the draft? And would Joey Porter Jr. really be the right choice? Plus, thoughts on the NHL playoffs and Bryan Reynolds' 8-year extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz ponder the possibilities of the Steelers getting the #9 pick in the NFL Draft. And they discuss why any decent general manager would really want the Penguins job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman talk Steelers free agency moves and current NFL Draft possibilities. Plus, thoughts on the Penguins' immediate future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz lament the end of the Penguins' 16-season playoff streak. No one knows what's next for the team -- but there's plenty of blame to go around after this season's disappointments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden says the PGA and LIV tours could set aside their differences and create special events featuring the world's top golfers. Plus, this year's Penguins team just really isn't that good. And how much difference does it really make if the Ravens don't sign Lamar Jackson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Mark Madden: Unfiltered podcast, Mark and Tom Opferman discuss the performance of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Penguins, as well as the hockey team's ability to snag a top GM. Plus, insights on the upcoming NFL draft and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mark Madden Unfiltered podcast celebrates Chris Letang, who played his 1000th NHL game on Sunday. Mark and Tom Opferman also dive into some postgame drama following the women's basketball title game and review Brian Reynolds' contract situation with the Pirates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden and Tim Benz chat about MLB Opening Day 2023 and dive into the prospects for the Pittsburgh Pirates. The expectations for this year's squad are low -- how will this outlook affect betting in the NL Central? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden once again addresses the talk around whether the Pirates will sign Brian Reynolds. And he laments the lack of big-name teams in the NCAA's Final Four. He says that this could be the only season in which these particular four teams may ever have a chance to win a national title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Madden has a few tips to help you predict whom the Steelers may draft. Also, is there hope in sight for the Penguins to make the post-season?

Mark Madden looks at the NFL Combine and the storylines and theories that come out of it. Is Pitt into the NCAA tourney without a win in the ACC tournament?

Mark Madden and his co-host Tim Benz discuss the recent Granlund trade and express their disappointment with the move. They believe that the Penguins did not improve with this trade and may have just swapped out sub-mediocre players for a more expensive one. Plus, thoughts on the NFL Combine, Jalen Carter, and more.

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman discuss the Pitt men's basketball team's recent ranking, their chances of entering the tournament, and their upcoming game against Notre Dame. They dive into Pittsburgh Penguins updates and the team's chances in the playoffs. Plus, thoughts on the NFL roughing-the-passer review and the MLB pitch clock. 

Mark Madden and Tim Benz dive into the XFL's live betting opportunities due to its tricked-up scoring situations. They then discuss the potential of the XFL and USFL leagues, questioning why players would choose to play for low wages and risk injuries for a league that may not lead to a long-term career. Plus, Steelers updates and insights on Lamar Jackson's contract situation. 

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman discuss the Daytona 500, XFL, Tiger Woods, and other sports news from the past weekend. And after another deflating loss to the Islanders, the Penguins have no clear path forward this season. 

Mark Madden and Tim Benz ask whether Pitt's basketball team could make the NCAA tournament and speculate on how the Pirates will handle the Bryan Reynolds situation. Plus, an update on the Penguins and the impending trade deadline.

Mark Madden and Tim Benz dive into the JuJu Smith-Schuster social media silliness. And how will Kenny Pickett and the Steelers compete in an AFC stacked with the likes of Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Joe Burrow? 

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman preview Super Bowl LVII featuring Eagles v Chiefs. They look back to great moments in Super Bowl history and weigh the stakes of this Sunday's game for each team -- what will their legacies ultimately look like? You'll also hear their takes on the gambling habits of sports stars like Phil Mickelson, John Daly, Michael Jordan, and Pete Rose.

Mark Madden laments a poor NHL All-Star Weekend and checks in on the Penguins with Tom Opferman. Plus, a discussion about the top three Super Bowl snacks and thoughts on Mitch Trubisky's future.

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman chat about Tom Brady's second retirement and his legacy. Despite Brady's pile of Super Bowl trophies, they question whether he's the GOAT. And the guys ramp up their anticipation for a new movie, "Cocaine Bear."

Mark Madden and Tim Benz dig into some Super Bowl news and updates, including comments about Patrick Mahomes' talent compared to other great QBs. How would Kenny Pickett match up against today's playoff-ready quarterbacks, like Joe Burrow? Plus, a recap of NFL Championship weekend.

Mark Madden and Tim Benz speculate about the futures of Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers. They also offer their NFL picks for Conference Championship Weekend. Can Mahomes overcome his ankle injury to finally beat the Bengals? And Brock Purdy faces the challenge of his young career against the Eagles.

Mark Madden and Tom Opferman take an early look at Steelers' free agency & trade options. The team has some serious weaknesses and Mike Tomlin and Omar Khan will need a solid strategy to improve the roster.