Podcasts about Evgeni Malkin

Sean Gentille of the Athletic joins the show to talk about the Pittsburgh Penguins. Just how bad is this team going to be this season?

BREAKING - The Pirates have extended manager Don Kelly. Kelly went 59-65 with the Pirates as manager. Marc-Andre Fleury played his final game in Pittsburgh on Saturday and made eight save, not allowing a goal. This is Evgeni Malkin's last year in Pittsburgh, more than likely. This will be a farewell tour as the Fleury game on Saturday started it off.

Tyler Kennedy will be at PPG Paints Arena for Fleury's return. The NHL is expanding to 84 games. TK said he felt so good in camp with the Penguins because they played so late into the season that he didn't have a lot of rust. Now at 84 games, TK said he wouldn't be surprised at all to see players out with load management. Is this Evgeni Malkin's last year?

Back with me this week is a true class act and a member of our Thursday Night Tailgate Guest Hall of Fame—Sirius/XM NFL Radio and NHL Radio host, Zig Fracassi. Zig's reputation as one of the finest interviewers in the business is well earned, and I've long said it's a mystery how he doesn't already have millions of followers on social media. His insights into both football and hockey are second to none, and his character is even better. In this segment, Zig and I dive into the state of the Pittsburgh Penguins, where Sidney Crosby continues to shine but Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang are showing their age. We discuss whether it's finally time to break up the Penguins' big three and the impact of Erik Karlsson's contract. From there, we turn to Buffalo and the rise of Tage Thompson, before looking ahead to the Winter Olympics—can the U.S. finally get past Canada, and who else could contend for gold? Then we shift gears to the NFL, where Aaron Rodgers made headlines by signing with the Steelers and silenced some doubters with his Week 1 performance against his former team. Zig also weighs in on the Dallas Cowboys and shocks me to announcing they are no longer his favorite team. We unpack Jerry Jones' surprising decision to move on from Micah Parsons, one of the best defensive players in the game. If you're not already following Zig on X @zigsportsvoice, do it because you're missing out on great insights and a very special human being.

Evgeni Malkin opens up about his future as Penguins begin training camp. Check out our latest episodes

Nick Belsky breaks down the best-case scenario in the Pittsburgh Penguins' goaltending battle (5:22), reacts to Evgeni Malkin's comments on the next phase of his career (14:28), and discusses to the injury bug striking Pittsburgh early once again (22:40). Check out our latest episodes

Mark Madden and Tim Benz discuss the Steelers win in New England, AFC North results Sidney Crosby trade conversations, Evgeni Malkin's words, Kyle Dubas' mindset and more, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pittsburgh Penguins Hockey Is Back: Fidge Flies Solo 09/20/25Flying solo for the first time in a while, Jordan DeFigio has it all covered:Kyle Dubas continues along in his unenviable quest to both rebuild and appease a confoundingly-still-elite Sidney Crosby …and his super-agent, Pat BrissonThe Steelers are Steeler-ing ...and there's no end in sightFly Penguins Fly Podcast looks ahead to an exciting October 2025 collaboration with the OHL's Erie Otters…and much more!Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Interested in becoming a sponsor of the podcast?Email the Fly Penguins Fly Podcast at: penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.Hire Shane for your own design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.com

21 years ago, today, Ben Roethlisberger made his NFL debut. The NFL has reportedly reached out to Adele about the Super Bowl Halftime Show. The SEC is adding a ninth conference game. Evgeni Malkin is open to playing next year, but will it be with the Pens?

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Donny Football: Nick liked the Steelers A LOT at the start of the year because they improved with Aaron Rodgers and have a good defense. People that Nick has talked to are picking the Patriots. They think the Patriots should be favored. 21 years ago, today, Ben Roethlisberger made his NFL debut. Evgeni Malkin is open to playing next year, but will it be with the Pens? Konnor Griffin is 5-8 in the playoffs for Altoona.

The Unthinkable: Pittsburgh Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby Has Requested A Trade 09/13/25Sell the team to whomever you want, we don't care. Put whoever you want in goal on September 27th when the Pens play meaningless hockey against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Yeah, even Marc-André Fleury. For the record, we've done the Farewell-to-Flower thing at PPG Paints Arena THREE times already. cough-cough .. money-grab .. cough-cough…None of that matters anymore, because…Sidney Crosby, via his longtime agent, Pat Brisson has for all intents and purposes made it known that he would like to be traded; essentially he's requested to play NHL hockey for a team other than the Penguins. This is a developing story and we, Jordan DeFigio and Jeff Taylor found out about it AS we were recording this episode. So YES, Flyers fans, Devils fans, Rangers fans, etc: This Bud's For You. And LEAFS fans? Yinz have REALLY earned this one. Drink it up, you know it's literally all you have. Josh Yohe's article, discussed in this episode:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6616219/2025/09/11/sidney-crosby-pittsburgh-penguins-trade-rumors/00:00 - Marc-André Fleury signs PTO contract with Penguins09:49 - Reflections on 24th ann. of 9/11 and coming together as a country15:47 - Prospects Challenge: What it means and who to look out for19:42 - Pittsburgh Steelers Dub in Week 1: Chris Boswell vs. Terry Bozzio25:09 - Jordan discovers, in real time that Sidney Crosby has requested a trade. All hell breaks loose.35:07 - Dan Muse: How young will the new HC run the Penguins' bench - especially with a potential Crosby trade on the horizon41:54 - Pittsburgh Penguins 2025-2026 Promotional Schedule: Which items are the most covetable?Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Interested in becoming a sponsor of the podcast?Email the Fly Penguins Fly Podcast at: penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.Hire Shane for your own design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.comThis episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

In this edition of NHL Wraparound's Summer Coolers, Neil Smith and Vic Morren dive into one of the NHL's most iconic yet most uncertain franchises: the Pittsburgh Penguins.For the fourth straight season, the Penguins look like they'll miss the playoffs—despite having Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang, and Erik Karlsson still on the roster. With rookie head coach Dan Muse taking the reins from Mike Sullivan (now in New York), the team seems more focused on riding out legacies than chasing another Stanley Cup.Is this the year that Crosby finally waves the towel and requests a trade?

Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Tyler doesn't think Sidney Crosby had any push in his agent mentioning a trade is always on the table. TK said Sid has way too much respect for the city and organization. Tyler thinks it's a scary strategy to rebuild from the studs and he's not sure if that is the smartest move by the Penguins. Chris asked about the relationship Crosby has with Evgeni Malkin and if Geno leaves, could that open up the door for Sid to do the same thing? If the Penguins are way out of the playoff race going into the trade deadline, will a move be made? TK said there is nothing worse than being on a losing team in the NHL.

It seems like there is a better chance now than ever before than the Penguins could trade Sidney Crosby. This time the messaging is coming from his agent and nothing from a writer or reporter. How would you feel about this? The guys think Crosby has given so much to the Penguins on and off the ice that it should be his prerogative to get moved. What does the future of this team look like with Kyle Dubas in charge? Poni tried to get a big guest on the show. Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Tyler doesn't think Sidney Crosby had any push in his agent mentioning a trade is always on the table. TK said Sid has way too much respect for the city and organization. Tyler thinks it's a scary strategy to rebuild from the studs and he's not sure if that is the smartest move by the Penguins. Chris asked about the relationship Crosby has with Evgeni Malkin and if Geno leaves, could that open up the door for Sid to do the same thing? If the Penguins are way out of the playoff race going into the trade deadline, will a move be made? TK said there is nothing worse than being on a losing team in the NHL.

Pittsburgh Penguins For Sale 09/04/25Rumors inspired journalistic deep-dives, with the resulting articles giving way to a fanbase-wide assumption that the Fenway Sports Group's tenure as owners of 1967's most successful expansion NHL franchise may come to an end - sooner than most anyone would have thought.On today's episode, FPF co-hosts Jeff Taylor and Jordan DeFigio take you through two written pieces, recently published in The Athletic. Written by frequent guests of the program Josh Yohe and Rob Rossi, Penguins fans can read up on probably the final bits of Summer 2025 news and speculation regarding their favorite hockey club.Josh Yohe's article, discussed in this episode:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6530137/2025/08/25/penguins-rebuild-roster-2025-26-nhl-season/Rob Rossie's article, discussed in this episode:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6563076/2025/08/21/pittsburgh-penguins-owners-hoffmann-family-fenway-sports-group-fsg-nhl/Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Interested in becoming a sponsor of the podcast?Email the Fly Penguins Fly Podcast at: penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.Hire Shane for your own design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.comThis episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

There are rumors Penn State hockey and Michigan State will play an outdoor game at Beaver Stadium. Gavin McKenna is the top prospect in all of hockey. Can the Pens find a way to land McKenna? TK thinks Evgeni Malkin is the most underrated player in hockey history. TK played in the Winter Classic in Buffalo.

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Tyler Kennedy: There are rumors Penn State hockey and Michigan State will play an outdoor game at Beaver Stadium. Can the Pens find a way to land Gavin McKenna? Multiple people around the Penguins expect a sale to the Hoffmann family soon thinking "it feels real." The money seems to be more than what Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle want to spend.

Golden G.O.A.T.S. 08/26/25As the summer winds down and we head into Labor Day weekend, Fly Penguins Fly Podcast takes you out onto the ice, into the locker room, and into the scorekeeper's box with G.O.A.T. League 4v4 hockey. Today's episode features chats with some of the league's most exciting players including Pittsburgh-based OHL'ers, NCAA college hockey commits, and longtime members of the Pens Elite program. Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Interested in becoming a sponsor of the podcast?Email the Fly Penguins Fly Podcast at: penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.Hire Shane for your own design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.comThis episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot SessionsIn Passage by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

Hour 3 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off the hour the guys are joined by Josh Yohe to preview the upcoming season for the Pittsburgh Penguins who are expected to be in the Gavin McKenna sweepstakes. Yohe provides some insight into the future of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and others.(24:19) Later on, Cam Stewart joins George and Matt with the best bets for NFL win totals as kickoff is around the corner. Plus, Cam's thoughts on Tommy Fleetwood and Brooke Henderson's big win over the weekend.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.  

Tyler Kennedy shares a story on when Evgeni Malkin maxed his credit card at Louis Vuitton. Pound for pound, TK says Kris Letang is the strongest player he's ever seen. Do players need preseason games? TK played, but would have rather not played and went right to regular season play.

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Tyler Kennedy: Tyler Kennedy shares a story on when Evgeni Malkin maxed his credit card at Louis Vuitton. Do players need preseason games? TK played, but would have rather not played and went right to regular season play. TK told us the Penguins set the gold standard for how to treat players and personnel.

It's been very quiet with the Penguins. TK thinks Gavin McKenna is "a game changer." But it would be a rough season if the Penguins get rid of Bryan Rust or Rickard Rakell. Kyle Dubas thinks Evgeni Malkin might be the most underrated player in NHL history. 

No. 2 is DeJuan Blair scoring 22 points and grabbing 23 rebounds against Hasheem Thabeet and No. 1 UConn. He flipped Thabeet on a rebound and recorded the most rebounds in a Pitt game in 40+ years. Who is No. 1? South Side Jake mentions Penguins-Hurricanes with Evgeni Malkin's hat trick. 

TK shares how Evgeni Malkin fought Craig Adams at practice. Sidney Crosby pulled TK aside after a game when Sid wanted the puck in the last five minutes and Crosby had a personable, good conversation that stuck with him. "There's no better town in the USA to be a sports athlete than Pittsburgh."

Happy 38th Birthday to Sidney Crosby 08/07/25There are two things about Sidney Crosby's birthday which every Penguins fan knows by heart. For one, the date of our Captain's arrival on Earth is emblazoned on Crosby's back-and-shoulders, any time he skates for the Pittsburgh Penguins: “8/7.” Secondly, Sid's birthday means that training camp is just around the corner, signaling an encouraging “midpoint” in an otherwise mundane summer offseason.Special thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Email the Fly Penguins Fly team at:penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.To hire Shane for design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.com - tell him we sent you!This episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

Evgeni Malkin turns 39 today ... and what's coming next? Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports

Dog Days Dispatch 07/30/25It's the true Dog Days of Summer here in Pittsburgh, with temperatures up in the mid-nineties (F) plus the kind of humidity that makes it feel like the tropics. The Penguins have been quiet - ostensibly while some of their folks enjoy a bit of offseason vacation time - but we're here for you with our weekly installment.Here's a rough guide for cueing up your preferred moments from today's episode:07:38 - Hockey Canada trial15:54 - World Junior Summer Showcase18:08 - New PIT ownership? Veterans on the move?23:24 - Dubas and Šilovs trade26:51 - Jeff and Jordan's upcoming music gig calendar29:02 - Final Dan MusingsSpecial thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Email the Fly Penguins Fly team at:penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.To hire Shane for design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.com - tell him we sent you!This episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot Sessions

Pittsburgh Penguins Hockey At The Center Of The Sun 07/22/25In the style of what fictional Chief Of Staff to POTUS, Leo McGarry (played by the great, late John Spencer) once called “Big Block Of Cheese Day,” Jordan and Jeff have gathered up a whole slew of random Pittsburgh Penguins ‘news' items for YOU, the listener. And in the way that only your esteemed co-hosts can, these bits and pieces of chum are tossed into otherwise hockey-less Summer waters, tiding Yinz over until our next episode drops. Speaking of chum… don't sleep on the Labor Day weekend cinematic run of JAWS!Here's a rough guide for cueing up your preferred moments from today's episode:03:19 - Buttery Crispy Flake callback05:43 - Pittsburgh Penguins 2025-2026 regular season schedule discussed at length07:32 - Teasing our next couple episodes - we've got some great guests planned for you11:40 - Malone Family Foundation ran Warrior Hockey Camp this past Saturday12:55 - Anthony Mantha says his ACL tear is healing, will be ready for training camp15:02 - Ryan Graves, pylon.18:42 - How Penguins might play under HCDM, plus Mike Sullivan's legacy as it affects the same.22:40 - Hear info on Jordan and Jeff's upcoming Pittsburgh-area music gigs26:39 - Rutger McGroarty and Will Horcoff: Michigan homeys29:15 - Updates on 2025 GOAT League: Jeff as PA Announcer and postgame interviewerSpecial thanks to Espresso A Mano, Pittsburgh's finest coffee roasters and cafe, for partnering with Fly Penguins Fly podcast. Visit an Espresso A Mano location near you:https://espressoamano.com/Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOFly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff TaylorOriginal theme and outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana played drums, Ashley Taylor sang.Email the Fly Penguins Fly team at:penspod@gmail.comShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.To hire Shane for design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.com - tell him we sent you!This episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot SessionsIn Passage by Blue Dot Sessions

We debate who should flank Evgeni Malkin this season and what the ideal second line could look like. (1:50) Then, which Penguins prospects are ready to take the next step and make their NHL debuts? We break down the most likely names and their chances of sticking (14:40). Plus, Mario Lemieux's ownership group continues its push — we dig into what their ongoing pursuit could mean for the future of the franchise (31:28). Check out our latest episodes

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to the hot topics in Pittsburgh sports this week. Should Steelers GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin make an exception to their rule of not negotiating contracts with players during training camp and into the season when it comes to T.J. Watt? Or should they stick to their guns as he reportedly seeks a contract that would take him to his age 36 season? Is there still time to trade him? And would that defeat the purpose of signing veterans like Aaron Rodgers and trading for names like DK Metcalf, Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith? And are there any lessons we can learn from the Le'Veon Bell contract holdout close to a decade ago? Our duo tackles those questions, then talks some hockey. What should we make of Penguins GM Kyle Dubas' moves so far this NHL offseason? Does the deal for goalie Arturs Silovs signal big moves coming with Tristan Jarry and/or Erik Karlsson? Should the team tank for a chance to draft Gavin McKenna? Or give Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang a chance for one more Stanley Cup run together? And what should we make of reports that Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle are looking to re-assume ownership of the club? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Then in the third segment, airing on the PG's Pirates YouTube channel, the guys tackle the hot topics surrounding the club this week. Should GM Ben Cherington be allowed to trade big names like Mitch Keller, Bryan Reynolds and Ke'Bryan Hayes while his future is in question? Or should Bob Nutting limit his options for deals to players on expiring contracts like Tommy Pham, Andrew Heaney and Isiah Kiner-Falefa? What should we make of Reynolds' continued struggles? Was Seth Hernandez a good top pick in the MLB draft? Where does Oneil Cruz go from here after his MLB Home Run Derby performance? And how seriously should we take Konnor Griffin as a prospect?

Are the Penguins really trying to compete, or are they tanking? Rod Woodson thinks Jalen Ramsey can play safety. Sean Gentille joins the show to discuss the Penguins plan.

Hour 1: Jeff Passan slammed Bob Nutting and his perception around baseball yesterday. Which show at the station would win a Fan golf outing? And an NHL insider makes a chilling prediction for the Penguins. Hour 2: The Pomp & Joe Show got into a heated argument yesterday over Barry Bonds. Is Pittsburgh about to make a bid for a major sporting event? And is Dom the Mariano Rivera of grilling? Hour 3: Chris Carter joins the show to talk all things Steelers! Justin Tucker has been suspended by the NFL. And did Dom take another shot at Austin Bechtold? Hour 4: Noah Hiles joins the show in-studio for the whole hour! How important is it to be a good hang? Is Ben Cherington up to something big ahead of the trade deadline? And which Pirates will get traded before the deadline?

The Post-Gazette's Adam Bittner and Jason Mackey size up the NFL free agent wide receiver market now that Aaron Rodgers is officially in the fold for the Steelers as QB. Should GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin be targeting Amari Cooper as one of the biggest names remaining? Allen Lazard as one of Rodgers' personal favorites? Or could they still convince Keenan Allen to come to Pittsburgh to play alongside names like DK Metcalf, Calvin Austin III, Roman Wilson and Robert Woods? Our duo tackles those topics, as well as Jason's column on why Rodgers is the most important person in Pittsburgh sports right now. Then the guys pivot to hockey ahead of the NHL draft later this week. Should GM Kyle Dubas look to trade up? Or hold onto both of his first-round picks? Could he move draft capital to add firepower around Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? Move out bad contracts to guys Erk Karlsson, Ryan Graves and Tristan Jarry? Or could names like Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust be on the trade block? Then in the third segment, airing on the PG's Pirates YouTube channel, Adam and Jason analyze recent hot streaks for players including Spencer Horwitz and Nick Gonzales. Are they sustainable in the long run or just the latest flashes in the plan? Could those two guys preserve GM Ben Cherington's job by playing well? What should manager Don Kelly do with the struggling Oneil Cruz? Why is Bubba Chandler having trouble in the minors? And should Andrew McCutchen have a roster spot with this team next year if he continues to perform?

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: James Palmer is hearing there is a chance T.J. Watt gets over $40 million from the Steelers. Paying Watt over $40 million is extravagant. Do the Steelers need to sign Watt before Parsons? Jay Glazer thinks Tomlin-Rodgers is a 'perfect match.' Joe included Sidney Crosby, Ben Roethlisberger, Evgeni Malkin, Andrew McCutchen, Troy Polamalu

Joe included Sidney Crosby, Ben Roethlisberger, Evgeni Malkin, Andrew McCutchen, Troy Polamalu. McCutchen is one of only three players in Pittsburgh this century to win an MVP. Malkin won Rookie of the Year, MVP, two scoring titles, playoff MVP, and three Stanley Cups. Mario Lemieux is the only other Pittsburgh sports athlete to win Rookie of the Year, MVP, and playoff MVP.

Hour 3: Did Crowley laugh at an inappropriate time during the show? Who is the better all-time player, Sidney Crosby or Evgeni Malkin? And Dorin hosts Quiz Intern Dom.

Hour 1: Are the Pirates about to trade some stars before the deadline? Paul Skenes was pulled after only four innings yesterday. And the guys turn the show into an opportunity to listen to their favorite songs. Hour 2: Is this Pirates season the most disappointing first-half in Pittsburgh sports history? Do the producers at The Fan get along? And why hasn't Penn State produced a franchise NFL QB recently? Hour 3: Did Crowley laugh at an inappropriate time during the show? Who will have had the better career start, Najee Harris or Kaleb Johnson? And Dorin hosts Quiz Intern Dom. Hour 4: Who has been the most disappointing Pirate this season? The NHL is expanding its regular season. And Jeff Hathhorn joins the show to talk about everything going on with the Pirates and Steelers.

Joe Starkey said yesterday that Evgeni Malkin is more talented than Sidney Crosby. Crowley says Malkin is the closest thing we had since Mario Lemieux. Pat compares this to Tiger-Jack. Where does Jaromir Jagr factor into this?

Should T.J. Watt be in our top five Pittsburgh athletes of the past 25 years? Watt should be a 3x Defensive Player of the Year. We would have to bump Andrew McCutchen, Evgeni Malkin, or Troy Polamalu. Jeff Patton of Baseball Card Castle joined the show with a Nick Gonzales signed card for Starkey's Card of the Week.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise explains why he feels the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates can all learn valuable lessons from the Oklahoma City Thunder's run to an NBA championship this season. For the Steelers, he looks at the Thunder's willingness to deal star Paul George in exchange for current stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and wonders if GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin should be more willing to part with names like T.J. Watt, Minkah Fitzpatrick and Cam Heyward in pursuit of draft capital. On the Penguins front, he feels GM Kyle Dubas could benefit from a willingness to move on from Stanley Cup winners like Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang. And with regard to the Pirates, he sees a need for greater player development than the club has demonstrated under GM Ben Cherington.

Join Josh and Louie as they break down the trade rumors and react to the shocking news that the Penguins won't be renewing Evgeni Malkin's contract.Follow us:YouTube - ⁠@PensCollective⁠X - ⁠@PensCollective⁠Instagram - ⁠@PensCollective⁠Facebook - ⁠@PensCollectiveJoin our Discord:⁠Discord/ThePenguinsCollective⁠ROGUE ENERGY⚡️rogueenergy.com/penscollectiveUse Code TPC10 for 10% off all orders!See you in the next episode, and as always, LET'S. GO. PENS.

Steve Byrne hangs out with us live in studio to flex his best impression of Evgeni Malkin listing his top five reasons why Bob Nutting won't sell the Pirates. Guy Junker calls in to discuss the Pirates double header today against the Tigers with both Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal taking the mound.

Steve Byrne hangs out with us live in studio to flex his best impression of Evgeni Malkin listing his top five reasons why Bob Nutting won't sell the Pirates. Guy Junker calls in to discuss the Pirates double header today against the Tigers with both Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal taking the mound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to ponder some Steelers over/unders for the 2025 season. Will Aaron Rodgets surpass 3,200 yards and 22 touchdowns? Will either Jaylen Warren or Kaleb Johnson threaten the 1,000-yard mark? Can DK Metcalf get over the 1,000-yard threshold that's been a problem for Steelers receivers including George Pickens in recent years? And how many sacks will T.J. Watt record? Our duo tackles those questions, plus some Penguins topics. Can GM Kyle Dubas and new coach Dan Muse return this club to Stanley Cup caliber in short order? Or is there too big a gap with the back-to-back champion Florida Panthers right now? What should we make of conflicting reports about Evgeni Malkin's future? Will this season definitely be his last in the NHL? Or could he come back for another chance to win next to Sidney Crosby and Kris Letang? And how seriously should we take a potential sale of the team back to Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle? Then in the third segment, airing on the PG's Pirates YouTube channel, the guys talk about malaise that has set in after an encouraging early run from manager Don Kelly's team following Derek Shelton's firing. Are fans beginning to tune out? Why hasn't Ben Cherington made a move to salvage the season, as owner Bob Nutting had suggested might be possible? Could Ke'Bryan Hayes and Mitch Keller be among names that are moved before the trade deadline? Why hasn't Tommy Pham been cut yet? And did the Pirates miss an opportunity to create some must-see TV by matching up Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal during a double header against the Detroit Tigers?

Colby Armstrong joins the show to discuss Evgeni Malkin potentially playing his final season with the Pens, and he previews tonight's Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Colby Armstrong joins the show to discuss Evgeni Malkin potentially playing his final season with the Pens, and he previews tonight's Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tim Benz in for Mark Tim catches up on all that's happened when he left the country for a week. Tommy Radio joins for the trifecta and some talk about Evgeni Malkin and the news the Penguins will not be extending his contract.

Tim Benz in for Mark Tim catches up on all that's happened when he left the country for a week. Tommy Radio joins for the trifecta and some talk about Evgeni Malkin and the news the Penguins will not be extending his contract. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.