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PensCast is a hockey podcast hosted by Lucas Wester, focusing on the happenings around the Pittsburgh Penguins, as well as around the rest of the NHL, including game recaps, analysis of trades, signings, and anything else that could happen.

Lucas Wester


    • Jul 1, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 55m AVG DURATION
    • 45 EPISODES


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    Ep. 36 PensCast | July 1, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 97:56


    On this episode, I react to the start of the offseason moves for the Penguins and the rest of the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 35 PensCast | June 12, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 62:57


    On this episode, I discuss the Oilers/Panthers Stanley Cup Final matchup, the latest happenings with the Penguins coaching staff, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins coaching staff, re-signs, rumors and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 34 PensCast | April 24, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 94:04


    On this episode, I review the Penguins 2023-24 season and take a look at what I expect the team to do with the players this upcoming off-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 33 PensCast | April 3, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 55:03


    On this episode, I discuss the Penguins being back in the playoff mix (somehow?), the Jake Guentzel return game, Sidney Crosby carrying the team, the goaltending takeover by Alex Nedeljkovic, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 32 PensCast | March 23, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2024 75:59


    On this episode, I discuss the Penguins recent poor play post-trade deadline, as well as the recent stories around the team, including whether Jake Guentzel will return in the offseason, whether Kyle Dubas will hire a general manager in the summer, the Jagr bobblehead heist, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 31 PensCast | March 8, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 87:03


    On this episode, I review the Jake Guentzel to Carolina Hurricanes trade for the Penguins, as well as what it means for the team, the other trades made by Kyle Dubas at the deadline, and look around the rest of the moves made in the NHL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 30 PensCast | March 4, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 88:00


    On this episode, after two terrible losses in Alberta, the Penguins prepare for the inevitable. Listen in as I outline the players most likely to be dealt and the teams most likely to acquire them. Twitter & Instagram: @LucasWester About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 29 PensCast | February 19, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 58:31


    On this episode, I discuss the Jagr jersey retirement celebration, the Penguins bad play since the All-Star break, what a Jake Guentzel trade package would look like, as well as what players should be safe this offseason, as well as which should be moved out. Twitter & Instagram: @LucasWester About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 28 PensCast | January 30, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 85:01


    On this episode, I discuss whether the Penguins should buy or sell (or neither), Lars Eller's 1000th career game, the Hockey Canada scandal, midseason award predictions, as well as assigning grades to Dubas' offseason moves at the midway mark of the regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 27 PensCast | January 17, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2024 65:58


    On this episode, I discuss the recent overtime struggles for the Penguins, who the Penguins can add to fill in for Reilly Smith, who the Penguins could add to deepen their defense, as well as hand out mid-season awards for the team. Twitter & Instagram: @LucasWester About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 26 PensCast | January 7, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 73:35


    On this episode, I discuss the Jake Guentzel contract drama, some disappointing and impressive performances this season, as well as a look around the Metropolitan Division and the Penguins prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 25 PensCast | December 10, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2023 60:32


    On this episode, everything is bad for the Pens. I discuss what's going wrong for the team, and what changes could be coming. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 24 PensCast | November 26, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2023 59:08


    On this episode, I recap the last few weeks of Penguins hockey, including the recent stats and trends of the team. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 23 PensCast | October 30, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 42:58


    Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 22 PensCast | September 20, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 65:01


    On this episode, I discuss the training camp competitions to keep an eye on, as well as all of the Penguins news missed over the past two weeks. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 21 ft. Pens and Stuff Podcast | September 4, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 55:48


    On this episode, I'm joined by Andrew, Abby and Jim from the Pens and Stuff Podcast to review the offseason, and set our expectations for the upcoming season, accompanied with some hot takes! Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 20 PensCast | August 23, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 78:23


    On this episode, I preview the upcoming season for the Penguins, including predictions, expectations, and goals for the team. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 19 PensCast | August 6, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 63:58


    Erik Karlsson is a Pittsburgh Penguin, Kyle Dubas is the general manager, and Jake Guentzel has a bad ankle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 18 PensCast | July 25, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 45:56


    On this episode, I discuss the Hurricanes signing Tony DeAngelo and how it affects the Erik Karlsson trade rumors, as well as the debate that took Hockey Twitter by storm, Patrick Kane v. Evgeni Malkin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 17 ft. Paul Steigerwald | July 17, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 49:24


    On this episode, I'm joined by former marketing director of the Pittsburgh Penguins, color commentator, play by play commentator, and current host of Penguins Live Pre and Post Game Shows, Paul Steigerwald. We discuss the Penguins offseason thus far, including the hiring of Kyle Dubas, Erik Karlsson trade rumors and where he'd fit on the team, Tristan Jarry re-signing, as well as the other free agent signings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 16 PensCast | July 2, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2023 68:55


    On this episode, I react to the Penguins free agent signings of Lars Eller, Matt Nieto, Noel Acciari, Ryan Graves, Tristan Jarry and Alex Nedeljkovic, as well as Jason Zucker and Brian Dumoulin finding new homes, along with the ongoing trade rumors surrounding Erik Karlsson and the Penguins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Yager Bombs | June 29, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 46:14


    On this episode, I give my instant reaction to the Penguins acquiring Reilly Smith from the Vegas Golden Knights, as well as picking Brayden Yager with the 14th overall pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 15 PensCast | June 28, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 40:07


    On this episode, I discuss Tom Barrasso being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, Kyle Dubas' press conference where he mapped out his offseason plans for the Penguins, Erik Karlsson rumors, NHL Awards winners, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 14 PensCast | June 20, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 53:31


    On this episode, I discuss Phil Kessel and Teddy Blueger winning the Stanley Cup with the Vegas Golden Knights, Oliver Ekman-Larsson's buyout and whether the Penguins should sign him, Tristan Jarry news, Alex DeBrincat news, free agent depth forward options for the Penguins, as well as draft predictions. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers at www.draftkings.com Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), Gambling Problem? Call 877- 8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA)  21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).   Bet $5 Get $150 offer (void in NH/OR): Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 bonus bets.  About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 13 PensCast | June 13, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 50:25


    On this episode, I discuss the Connor Hellebuyck trade rumors, Kyle Dubas' contract with the Penguins/Fenway Sports Group, and also complete a "Who Will Be a Penguin Next Season?" exercise through CapFriendly's Armchair-GM feature. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers at www.draftkings.com Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), Gambling Problem? Call 877- 8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA)  21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).   Bet $5 Get $150 offer (void in NH/OR): Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 bonus bets.  About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 12 PensCast | June 6, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 60:15


    On this episode, we deep dive into Kyle Dubas' tenure with the Maple Leafs and what Penguins fans should expect from their new President of Hockey Ops. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers at www.draftkings.com Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), Gambling Problem? Call 877- 8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA)  21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).   Bet $5 Get $150 offer (void in NH/OR): Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 bonus bets. Promotional offer period ends 5/28/23 at 11:59PM ET.  About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    WTF is up Kyle | June 1, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 21:03


    BREAKING NEWS: Penguins hire Kyle Dubas as their President of Hockey Ops. Here's my instant reaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 11 PensCast | May 30, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 73:12


    On this episode, we update the latest in the Penguins' general manager hunt, including conflicting reports on Kyle Dubas today. Also, we discuss the former Penguins currently in the Golden Knights/Panthers Stanley Cup Final matchup, what the Penguins next GM will need to do to help the aging core win again, as well as a "worst Penguins contracts in recent memory" segment. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers at www.draftkings.com Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), Gambling Problem? Call 877- 8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA)  21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).   Bet $5 Get $150 offer (void in NH/OR): Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 bonus bets. Promotional offer period ends 5/28/23 at 11:59PM ET.  About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 10 PensCast | May 22, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 52:38


    On this episode, we get even closer to having a new Penguins' general manager, but the Maple Leafs throw a wrench in the Penguins plans. Also, we discuss upgrades to PPG Paints Arena, Penguins relocation history and also the return of Jaromir Jagr to Pittsburgh. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers at www.draftkings.com Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), Gambling Problem? Call 877- 8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA)  21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).   Bet $5 Get $150 offer (void in NH/OR): Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 bonus bets. Promotional offer period ends 5/28/23 at 11:59PM ET.  About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 9 PensCast | May 15, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 59:11


    On this episode, we discuss developments with the Penguins search for their new front office executives, the Rangers wanting Mike Sullivan, Conor Garland being on the Penguins radar, how well former Penguins are performing so far this playoff, and more. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers at www.draftkings.com Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), Gambling Problem? Call 877- 8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA)  21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).   Bet $5 Get $150 offer (void in NH/OR): Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 bonus bets. Promotional offer period ends 5/28/23 at 11:59PM ET.  About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 8 PensCast | May 8, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 43:14


    On this episode, we discuss the 2023 NHL Draft Lottery results and what it means for the Penguins, how turmoil in the Leafs' front office could lead to Kyle Dubas being back in the running for Pens GM, as well as a new Penguins history segment featuring the story of how the Sidney Crosby fell into the Penguins' lap in 2005. Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast & @LucasWester Presented by DraftKings - Use Promo Code THPN at sign up for exclusive offers at www.draftkings.com Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), Gambling Problem? Call 877- 8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY),  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA)  21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MA/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. VOID IN ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS).   Bet $5 Get $150 offer (void in NH/OR): Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 pre-game moneyline bet. Bet must win. $150 issued as six (6) $25 bonus bets. Promotional offer period ends 5/28/23 at 11:59PM ET.  About the PensCast- PensCast was started by me, Lucas Wester for a sports podcasting class in early 2023. I was working for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the time, so a podcast about the Penguins only seemed right. Tune in for my analysis on all things surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins, now apart of The Hockey Podcast Network.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 7 PensCast | May 1, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 49:22


    On this episode, we discuss some minor signings affecting the Penguins (2:08), what the first round results mean for the Penguins goalie search (8:45), what the first round results means for the Penguins GM search (17:20), as well as the tire fire ending to the Winnipeg Jets season, how it affects the Penguins (25:12), and round 2 series previews (37:25). Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast and @LucasWester Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 6 PensCast | April 24, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 50:25


    On this episode, we briefly touch on the GM search for the Pens (0:55), evaluate the 1st round series thus far (7:33), evaluate the performance of some former Pens playing in the 1st round (24:40), and make my picks for the NHL Awards (28:15). Twitter & Instagram: @Pens_Cast and @LucasWester Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 5 PensCast | April 17, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 91:00


    On this episode, we have a funeral for the Penguins 2022-23 season, where I invited former Penguins Radio Network intern Mason Strawn (5:13) and current Penguins Radio Network host Brian Metzer (39:25) to speak as we lay this season to rest, as well as preview what is going to be a busy offseason coming up. I also go through make my 2022-23 Stanley Cup Playoffs bracket predictions (1:09:17). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hex-a-Gone | April 14, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 20:39


    Breaking News Pod: Penguins fire GM Ron Hextall, AGM Chris Pryor and President of Hockey Operations Brian Burke. Here's my instant reaction and analysis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Post Game Recap vs. Chicago Blackhawks | April 11, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 36:22


    On this edition of PensCast Post Game, I'm upset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 4 PensCast | April 10, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 49:04


    On this episode, we recap Saturday's game against the Red Wings, discuss player accolades, analyze specific game results that need to happen for the Penguins to make it into the playoffs, and preview a potential Jarry replacement the Penguins should target this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Post Game Recap vs. Minnesota Wild | April 6, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 33:01


    On this edition of PensCast Post Game, we recap the Pens' 4-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild, as well as a brief recap of Tuesday's loss to the New Jersey Devils, and a look ahead and around the league for a path to the playoffs for the Penguins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 3 PensCast | April 3, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 43:05


    On this episode, we recap this past week's games against the Red Wings, Predators, Bruins and Flyers, as well as look ahead to what the Penguins need to do in their remaining regular season games to secure either the 1st or 2nd Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 2 PensCast | March 27, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 61:27


    On this episode, we recap this past week's games and overall performance, take a look at the playoff race, discuss the goalie news/rumors and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Post Game Recap vs. Washington Capitals | March 26, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2023 22:54


    On this edition of PensCast Post Game, we recap tonight's victory over the Washington Capitals, and what it means for the Penguins in the playoff chase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Post Game Recap vs. Colorado Avalanche | March 23, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 33:04


    On this edition of PensCast Post Game, we recap the Pens' winning performance against the Colorado Avalanche, preview tonight's matchup with the Dallas Stars, and update the current wild card race in the Eastern Conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Post Game Recap vs. Ottawa Senators | March 20, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 27:20


    On this quick edition of PensCast, we try to unwrap the Penguins devastating 2-1 loss to the Ottawa Senators on Monday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ep. 1 PensCast | March 20, 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 53:53


    On this inaugural episode of the PensCast, we discuss the Penguins recent struggles, the upcoming/current goalie dilemma, the performance of the Penguins' trade deadline acquisitions, as well as a preview of tonight's contest between the Pens and Sens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    PensCast Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2023 2:22


    Introduction to the PensCast Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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