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Pirates fans lit up after recent comments laid out exactly how Pittsburgh can solve its third base problem — and honestly, it makes too much sense to ignore. Tonight on NS9LIVE, we break down why Eugenio Suárez is the cleanest, and should be a realistic answer at 3B, what it would cost, and why the Pirates should be aggressive right now if they're serious about winning. This isn't about splash for the sake of splash — it's about fit, urgency, and finally addressing a glaring hole. We also dig into Jason Mackey's latest Post-Gazette piece on Bryan Reynolds, what it says about his mindset, expectations, and how pivotal he is to the Pirates' offensive ceiling moving forward. Is this the moment the Pirates push their chips in — or another offseason of half-measures? Subscribe for live Pirates talk Drop your thoughts: Suárez at 3B — yes or no? Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Farabaugh told Donny on Monday night that Mike McCarthy ‘likes' Kyler Murray and his game. Would he be a real option as the Steelers next QB? Does his work ethic worry you? Does his ability worry you? The guys think there are some real questions with Murray's game all-around. He has real talent, but could be a classic case of talent that lacks hard work. Is McCarthy the man to unlock it? Poni said he would be interested with this move if the Cardinals ate some of his money and it didn't require a high draft pick. He also noted that we have seen QBs in the last few years that were drafted highly one place and finally flourished elsewhere, like Sam Darnold. Chris pointed out that Murray is oddly better outdoors than indoors.

A potential scoop from Donny to start today's show after he got a text that Aaron Rodgers ‘will be back, period.' Do fans want this? Will this do anything for the Steelers? It feels like another case of kicking the can down the road. Rodgers said Mike Tomlin was the only coach he wanted to play for, but the Steelers hired the only other coach that would fall under that category in the form of Mike McCarthy. Why is there a fear of this team looking to the future? The Steelers and Mike McCarthy are starting to fill out the staff, including James Campen, who coached over a decade with McCarthy in Green Bay and is also a favorite of Aaron Rodgers. How do fans feel? Pirates insider Jason Mackey from the PG joined the show. Where are things at with Andrew McCutchen and the Pirates? Jason thinks there is a spot for Cutch on the team, but in what role? Jason gets a strong feel that McCutchen wants to play in Pittsburgh even though some people are telling him Cutch has a market around the league. Jason said Paul Skenes is the ‘hub' of the current Pirates team and it might be tough for McCutchen to face that fact. Jason mentioned that trading Joey Bart would open up a slot for Cutch to be the team's DH again at a full-time role. Would this permanently strain the Pirates-McCutchen relationship? The guys don't understand why Cutch doesn't want to try chasing a championship. Jason isn't sure if Cutch is good enough to be on a true contender's roster.

Adam Crowley, Dorin Dickerson and Jason Mackey react to Penguins' veteran Evgeni Malkin speaking about the rumors that he's considering retirement.

In this hour, Jason Mackey comes on with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson to address the latest success by the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Steelers' search for a new head coach and more! January 23, 2026, 9:00 Hour

Pirates insider Jason Mackey from the PG joined the show. Jason recently had a sit-down with Paul Skenes, so the Pirates ace was the first topic of conversation. Skenes doesn't care about the payroll in Pittsburgh. Jason said Paul doesn't believe the Pirates are deficient on talent and is happy with what has happened this offseason. Jason talked about the Pirates push for making a couple of moves this offseason, which is much different than the usual approach. He talked about the front office grasping where they are as a franchise and having the best pitcher in baseball. Are the Pirates done? Jason thinks a trade for Alec Bohm could be an option, but he would also not be surprised if the team called up Konnor Griffin before Opening Day. Is Eugenio Suarez a pipe dream or a real thing?

Brian Flores signed an extension with the Vikings as their DC, but that does not officially take him out of the Steelers HC search. Or does it? The guys think it's a sign that Flores knows he won't be getting a head job in this cycle. But is anyone upset about this? Can we find anyone that is upset about Brian Flores being virtually removed from the Steelers HC search? Pirates insider Jason Mackey from the PG joined the show. Jason recently had a sit-down with Paul Skenes, so the Pirates ace was the first topic of conversation. Skenes doesn't care about the payroll in Pittsburgh. Jason said Paul doesn't believe the Pirates are deficient on talent and is happy with what has happened this offseason. Jason talked about the Pirates push for making a couple of moves this offseason, which is much different than the usual approach. He talked about the front office grasping where they are as a franchise and having the best pitcher in baseball. Are the Pirates done? Jason thinks a trade for Alec Bohm could be an option, but he would also not be surprised if the team called up Konnor Griffin before Opening Day. Is Eugenio Suarez a pipe dream or a real thing?

In this hour, Jason Mackey comes on with Adam Crowley to react to the developments surrounding Mike Tomlin stepping down as head coach of the Steelers. January 16, 2026, 9:00 Hour

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley debate five major questions surrounding the ballclub in 2026. Who is the starting catcher? Will Joey Bart hold on to the role, or will Henry Davis make a run at it? Is Jhostynxon Garcia ready to be the fourth outfielder, or will someone else have to step up? What is Jared Triolo's role? Will he be the starting third baseman or more of a utilityman? How will the bullpen shape up in front of Dennis Santana? And what will they do with Mitch Keller? Keep him or trade him? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley break down the latest topics surrounding the team's offseason. Now that he's been formally signed and introduced, how does Ryan O'Hearn fit into the Pirates lineup? Will he and trade acquisition Brandon Lowe bring some much needed power to the Pirates? Jason and Colin also break down GM Ben Cherington's recent comments. Is he done adding to the team? Or will he find more hitting through another trade or free agent acquisition? If that's the case, who would our duo like to see them take a look at? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour, Adam Crowley addresses which NFL coaches are under the most pressure in the playoffs. Also, insiders Chris Carter and Jason Mackey each come on The Fan Hotline. January 9, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Jason Mackey comes on The Fan Hotline to give some updates on the Pirates' offseason, and he also previews the upcoming Steelers' playoff game against the Houston Texans scheduled for Sunday.

Pirates reporter Jason Mackey from the PG joined the show. Jason reflected on the news of the PG, his main employer, ceasing to exist as of May 2026. Jason described yesterday as an ‘odd' day. Jason gave his quick thoughts on the Steelers-Texans matchup Monday night. Jason told us the Pirates were not close to signing Kazuma Okamoto, despite what many claimed on social media before or after the fact. He thinks Okamoto will be a pretty good MLB player. Is Eugenio Suarez still a realistic possibility at 3B? Jason doesn't see it if the contract approaches $20M/year.

Mike Tomlin spent some time praising the Texans' defense earlier this week. Are we as a collective sleeping on what Houston can bring on that side of the ball? The guys think the Steelers can hang around in this game, but not due to the doubts of that defense, but of the offense. CJ Stroud is a good QB, but hasn't taken the step to ‘great' just yet. The last 3 QBs that have beaten the Steelers in the playoffs have all won the MVP award. Stroud isn't that player yet. Is Demeco Ryans the mirror image matchup against Mike Tomlin? Is it a little bit of what Tomlin wishes he had? Pirates reporter Jason Mackey from the PG joined the show. Jason reflected on the news of the PG, his main employer, ceasing to exist as of May 2026. Jason described yesterday as an ‘odd' day. Jason gave his quick thoughts on the Steelers-Texans matchup Monday night. Jason told us the Pirates were not close to signing Kazuma Okamoto, despite what many claimed on social media before or after the fact. He thinks Okamoto will be a pretty good MLB player. Is Eugenio Suarez still a realistic possibility at 3B? Jason doesn't see it if the contract approaches $20M/year.

Post-Gazette Penguins insiders King Jemison and Jason Mackey react to weekend wins against the Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings and ponder what the team's current five-game winning streak means. This show is presented by FanDuel. Did coach Dan Muse's team prove it can win with grit? First with a tight defensive win against Detroit? Then an impressive comeback vs. Columbus that included goals from Anthony Mantha, Bryan Rust, Kris Letang and Ryan Shea? How good had Sidney Crosby on the top line and Blake Lizotte on the fourth line been lately? And what does it all mean for Evgeni Malkin and the team moving forward as it looks to stay hot? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kazuma Okamoto to Toronto. Pirates fans are left staring at the same question: now what? On this episode of Bucco Brew, we break down the Blue Jays landing Kazuma Okamoto on a 4-year, $60 million deal and what it means for Pittsburgh after swinging big and coming up empty. With the “impact bat” still a need, where does the front office pivot if they want to be a real playoff contender in 2026? We dive into the latest buzz on Eugenio Suarez, including Jason Mackey's reporting that the Pirates have stayed in contact but may not have the winning bid, plus the realistic trade and free agent paths that could actually move the needle. Powered by De Fer Coffee & Tea. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley break down the latest rumors behind GM Ben Cherington's pursuit of free agent Kazuma Okamoto. What are Jason and Colin hearing? Could the Pirates really be making another splash on the open market? Or will the Japanese star sign with one of the various other teams interested in his services? Would the signing make sense? Do Jason and Colin think it could really happen? Our duo tackles those topics, then discusses the best Pirates of the quarter-century as 2026 gets underway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jason Mackey joins the show to talk about which Pittsburgh team is closest to a title, what the Pirates will do at third base, what the Buccos will do with Andrew McCutchen, if Jake Mangum will get a significant role in Pittsburgh, who the starting shortstop will be, the youth movement on the Penguins, and more!

On the Wednesday episode of The PG Penguins Show, presented by FanDuel, Post-Gazette insiders King Jemison and Jason Mackey look on a busy 2025 for the Penguins. What were some of the biggest storylines of the year? Tristan Jarry is out and Stuart Skinner is in. Is this team leaving 2025 better than they were at the start of the year? We also, of course, talked some about the current winning streak. Later, we look ahead to a fascinating 2026 for the Penguins. First, some talk about the Yegor Chinakhov trade and what we thought. Then, we chat about the team's playoff chances, whether they'll make a big trade and the players representing their country at the Olympics including Sidney Crosby, Erik Karlsson and Rickard Rakell. For more sports, visit post-gazette.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hour 2: The Lions fan who went at DK Metcalf announces he will be holding a press conference this week, and Dom wants the Lions to live stream it. Jason Mackey joins the show to break down the Pirates offseason and Penguins' recent slump. And Mike Florio jumps on to dissect the Metcalf situation.

Hour 1: Donny Football in for the guys this Christmas Eve! Donny still thinks something fishy is going on with the DK Metcalf situation. Orioles reporter Jacob Meyer joins the show to break down the Pirates' trade for Ryan O'Hearn. And Cleveland radio host Ken Carman jumps on with Donny to talk Christmas movies and preview Steelers-Browns. Hour 2: The Lions fan who went at DK Metcalf announces he will be holding a press conference this week, and Dom wants the Lions to live stream it. Jason Mackey joins the show to break down the Pirates offseason and Penguins' recent slump. And Mike Florio jumps on to dissect the Metcalf situation. Hour 3: Aditi Kinkhabwala joins Donny to go discuss the DK Metcalf suspension. Have bowl games become irrelevant? And Dom thinks he saw Aaron Rodgers at Oakmont Bakery yesterday. Hour 4: We listen to Aaron Rodgers' press conference from today. Jeff Hathhorn joins the show to talk all things Steelers. And is Chevy Chase and SNL feuding?

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Colin Beazley and Jason Mackey ponder what's next for the club this MLB offseason following the acquisition of Brandon Lowe in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays last week. This show is presented by FanDuel. What are Jason's thoughts on the deal itself, and where GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly should deploy Lowe defensively? What are the implications for incumbent infielders Nick Gonzales, Jared Triolo and others? And who should Cherington set his sights on next in the trade market and MLB free agency? Is Eugenio Suarez the obvious fit at third base? Is Cody Bellinger a realistic option? What about Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto our OF Harrison Bader as offensive support for pitching stars Bubba Chandler and Paul Skenes? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

PG writer Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason gave us a recap of the first period in the Penguins-Leafs game which started at 4 pm. The Pens trail 2-1 after 1. Are we already seeing a presence from the new ownership group? Is it likely the Penguins' best goalie is in the minors? The guys also wanted to get Jason's thoughts on the Pirates signing Ryan O'Hearn. Jason was adamant that the team is ‘not done' making offseason moves. Jason doesn't feel strongly that Andrew McCutchen will be back after some of these off-season acquisitions. Jason said Paul Skenes has to be feeling pretty good about what has happened so far and thinks a player like O'Hearn also takes some leadership lifting off Skenes' shoulders. Jason thinks Jared Triolo will stick around the Pirates lineup because of what he can provide on defense.

PG writer Jason Mackey joined the show. Jason gave us a recap of the first period in the Penguins-Leafs game which started at 4 pm. The Pens trail 2-1 after 1. Are we already seeing a presence from the new ownership group? Is it likely the Penguins' best goalie is in the minors? The guys also wanted to get Jason's thoughts on the Pirates signing Ryan O'Hearn. Jason was adamant that the team is ‘not done' making offseason moves. Jason doesn't feel strongly that Andrew McCutchen will be back after some of these off-season acquisitions. Jason said Paul Skenes has to be feeling pretty good about what has happened so far and thinks a player like O'Hearn also takes some leadership lifting off Skenes' shoulders. Jason thinks Jared Triolo will stick around the Pirates lineup because of what he can provide on defense. Tomlin Takes – What else did Mike Tomlin say to the media today? Name Game.

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey recaps an eventful weekend for the team, during which Sidney Crosby surpassed Mario Lemieux as their all-time leading points scorer. What was it like being at PPG Paints Arena for that moment? What were the emotions for Crosby, his teammates, his coaches and the fans in the building? How can we step back and appreciate the connection, respect and history between those two icons of the Penguins franchise? What did we learn from the Penguins' losing streak, which mercifully ended on Sunday night against the Montreal Canadiens? Can Crosby's record-breaking performance spur them on to better performances? And why should we dismiss common hot takes currently surrounding the team, like second guessing the Tristan Jarry trade or calls to fire Dan Muse? Jason tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey and King Jemison talk about the reported sale of the team from Fenway Sports Group to the Hoffmann Family of Companies, plus the team's seven-game losing streak and some potential lineup changes to fix it. What do we know, and what don't we know? Did anything change from a few months ago when rumors of a sale slowed down? Why did FSG want to sell? What went into the sale price? What needs to happen for the deal to get across the finish line? And what do we know about the Hoffmann family and how they might choose to run the Penguins? Should Kris Letang get less minutes or less responsibility on the blue line? Is it time to break up the top line of Sidney Crosby, Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell? Should Ben Kindel go back on the top power play unit in place of Anthony Mantha? Are the goalie issues fixable? How much should Stuart Skinner play? Should Sergei Murashov be his backup for a while? And how busy will Kyle Dubas be for more potential trades as the season goes on? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jason Mackey from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to talk about what direction the Penguins seem to be going in now that there is a new ownership group with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson wonder which of these Steelers' RBs is better; Kenneth Gainwell or Jaylen Warren? Also, Chris Carter and Jason Mackey from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette each come on The Fan Hotline. December 19, 2025, 8:00 Hour

PG writer Jason Mackey joined the show. The guys had Jason react to the news of Fenway Sports Group selling the Penguins to the Hoffmann Group. Will Mario Lemieux be involved in any way? Jason said Mario still loves to be around hockey and the team, but doesn't want to be ‘knee-deep' in ownership duties. Jason got into some of the ownership history for Hoffmann and if this is a venture they have any experience in. What does this mean for the Penguins and their TV deal? Jason said FSG left the Penguins in worse shape than when they found them, despite making double their money on the sale, but he doesn't think it was altogether ‘bad.'

Would you be impressed if the Steelers win the AFC North? A caller yesterday sparked today's opening conversation about the prospect of the Steelers winning their own division, but why he wouldn't be impressed by it. Poni thinks the Steelers should not be apologizing for checking off the first box to a successful year – doing something they haven't done since 2020. To no huge surprise, Chris said the division title would mostly come with an asterisk because the Ravens and Bengals dealt with QB injuries. Should division titles be pushed to the wayside in the NFL? Should the best record get to host every playoff matchup? PG writer Jason Mackey joined the show. The guys had Jason react to the news of Fenway Sports Group selling the Penguins to the Hoffmann Group. Will Mario Lemieux be involved in any way? Jason said Mario still loves to be around hockey and the team, but doesn't want to be ‘knee-deep' in ownership duties. Jason got into some of the ownership history for Hoffmann and if this is a venture they have any experience in. What does this mean for the Penguins and their TV deal? Jason said FSG left the Penguins in worse shape than when they found them, despite making double their money on the sale, but he doesn't think it was altogether ‘bad.'

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey and King Jemison recap the Penguins' horrific homestand and look at where the team goes from here. Does this recent run of bad play change the outlook on the season? What was the worst moment? Which blown lead was most improbable? Will those dropped points come back to bite the team in the race for the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Jason and King also take a look at the Penguins' new goalie rotation. Who should get the majority of the starts? What's the plan for Stuart Skinner, who lost his first start Tuesday night against Tristan Jarry, Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and the Edmonton Oilers? Is Arturs Silovs ready to shoulder more responsibility? And what about rookie Sergei Murashov? Our duo answers those questions, plus talks about Sidney Crosby approaching Mario Lemieux's all-time points record. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penguins insiders Jason Mackey and King Jemison react to the Penguins' weekend games, which included a pair of eerily similar collapses. Is it a mental or physical problem, and is this team just too fragile to rebound from mistakes? Plus, how will Stuart Skinner and Brett Kulak fit into the lineup after their trade acquisitions? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penguins insider Jason Mackey reacts to Friday's trade sending Tristan Jarry to the Edmonton Oilers for goaltender Stuart Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak and a second-round draft pick in 2029. Did Kyle Dubas maximize the former All-Star goalie's value? And what does the move mean for the future of Sergei Murashov in net? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A scary situation out of Steelers practice as TJ Watt was sent to a local hospital after a lung concern that took place while getting treatment at the facility. The Steelers have a 1-11 record, including the playoffs, without Watt on the field. Are they better backfilled than they were in the past? This is a big opportunity for Nick Herbig and possibly Jack Sawyer on Monday night. We compared it to the Tyrod Taylor situation with the Chargers back in 2020 that led to Justin Herbert getting his first start. An ESPN update on TJ Watt doesn't tell us much new. We revisited the 1 win the Steelers have without TJ Watt on the field. PG writer Jason Mackey joined the show. After the Pirates missed on big hitters the MLB Winter Meetings, Jason thinks they are truly in on conversations with the Rays for power-hitting infielder Brandon Lowe. He doesn't expect it to take a ton in return. Jason isn't sure if the Buccos will pull in a big-time guy, but thinks names like Jorge Polanco or Eugenio Suarez are possible. What else could be headed in the Pirates' direction?

PG writer Jason Mackey joined the show. After the Pirates missed on big hitters the MLB Winter Meetings, Jason thinks they are truly in on conversations with the Rays for power-hitting infielder Brandon Lowe. He doesn't expect it to take a ton in return. Jason isn't sure if the Buccos will pull in a big-time guy, but thinks names like Jorge Polanco or Eugenio Suarez are possible. What else could be headed in the Pirates' direction?

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap Day 2 of the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla. This show is presented by FanDuel. What did super-agent Scott Boras have to say about the Pirates' aggressiveness at this year's winter meetings? The Pirates missed out on Kyle Schwarber, who re-signed with his old team, the Phillies, but what does Pittsburgh's offer tell us about how they're approaching the offseason? Who are among Jason and Colin's top choices remaining for GM Ben Cherington via free agency or trade? Eugenio Suarez? Brandon Lowe? Is it a failure if they don't get anything done? And is all the talk about a more aggressive Pirates offseason ringing true? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap the Pirates' moves at the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla. Were they able to land any big free agents or trade acquisitions? What do Ben Cherington's words tell us about their strategy for the offseason? Does this signal a new monetary strategy from Bob Nutting? Where does this leave the team for the upcoming season? And what can we expect from the rest of the offseason? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The North Shore Nine crew sat down with Post-Gazette beat writer Jason Mackey live from the Winter Meetings for a wide-ranging AMA that hit every corner of a chaotic day in Pirates news. Mackey broke down the organization losing pitching director Jeremy Bleich, the fallout from dropping to fifth in the draft lottery, and why the Schwarber offer was both real and significant. He also shared insight on potential moves, free-agent fits, Paul Skenes' behind-the-scenes involvement, and the growing league-wide perception that the Pirates are finally acting serious. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Live from the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando, Anthony DiNardo and Jim Rosati recap a rough Day 2 for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Kyle Schwarber chose the Phillies despite the Pirates' legitimate 4-year, $125M offer, leaving fans wondering what the next big move will be. We also break down the loss of pitching development director Jeremy Bleich, the Pirates falling to No. 5 in the MLB Draft Lottery, and what all of this means for 2026. Plus reactions to our Day 2 conversations with Don Kelly, JJ Cooper, Jolly Olive, and Jason Mackey, and what's coming next with the Rule 5 Draft and NS9LIVE! Subscribe for full Winter Meetings coverage all week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Pirates insiders Jason Mackey and Colin Beazley recap Day 1 of the MLB winter meetings in Orlando, Fla. This show is presented by FanDuel. Which rumors related to the team are real? And which are fake? Particularly with regard to reports tying them to free agent power hitter Kyle Schwarber? Could GM Ben Cherington and manager Don Kelly make a big move involving their pitching depth, which includes names like Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller, Jared Jones, Braxton Ashcraft, Mike Burrows and Bubba Chandler? What's the future with the organization for big names past, present and future including Andrew McCutchen, Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz? And what did the front office have to say about the trade involving Johan Oviedo and Jhostynxon Garcia? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pirates insider Jason Mackey comes on The Fan Hotline to share some updates from the MLB Winter Meetings and who the team may be interested in acquiring.

In this hour, Dorin Dickerson wonders how much of the Steelers' success this season has come from luck. Also, former Steeler Trai Essex and Pirates insider Jason Mackey each come on The Fan Hotline. December 9, 2025, 8:00 Hour

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey recaps a successful road trip, on which the team earned five of a potential six points, and discusses what we can learn from it as the season goes on. This podcast is presented by Fanduel. What was the mood in the Penguins dressing room after their shootout loss to the Dallas Stars on Sunday evening? Were they in good spirits despite the defeat because they won the previous two games against the Philadelphia Flyers and Tampa Bay Lightning? Why should the team's "kid line" of Ben Kindel, Rutger McGroarty and Ville Koivunen stick together? What are the possible concerns with a Tristan Jarry trade, now that his high level of play has sustained long enough? And how have the Penguins' special teams been able to give them a chance night in and night out? Jason discusses those topics and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Point dove into one of the busiest stretches of Pirates news we've seen in years, and the panel did not hold back. Jim welcomed Josh Booth, Jason Mackey, Tyler, and Neil to break down the blockbuster trade that sent Johan Oviedo to Boston in exchange for “The Password” himself, Jhostynxon Garcia. The crew debated whether Garcia can truly solve Pittsburgh's left-field problem, how his power and defensive versatility fit long-term, and whether his swing-and-miss profile should worry fans. From there, the conversation shifted to the upcoming Winter Meetings, where each panelist picked their No. 1 target—ranging from Kyle Schwarber to Brandon Lowe to Eugenio Suárez to Steven Kwan—and explained why that move could reshape the 2026 roster. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette insider Jason Mackey and host King Jemison recap a wild Penguins win in Tampa Bay on Thursday night and discuss Erik Karlsson's major turnaround this season. Jason and King start off by discussing the play of Tristan Jarry, who made 37 saves and likely stole the Penguins a win after their all-around lackluster performance. Is this version of Jarry here to stay? Is the kid line featuring Ben Kindel and Ville Koivunen here to stay, too, after both scored against Tampa Bay? And despite the win, what warning signs were present throughout the game for Pittsburgh? They then get into Erik Karlsson's improved play this season. What's behind it? Was he just not the right fit with Mike Sullivan? What has Dan Muse done to bring out this new, improved version of the defenseman? Is he more engaged, with a notable improvement in his positioning and puck control? What do the stats and metrics say? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey welcomes King Jemison to the channel to discuss everything around the team, including King's upcoming feature on first-round draft pick Will Horcoff. Is the Penguins' start to the season sustainable? Are they a legitimate playoff threat in a very, very crowded Eastern conference? How has Dan Muse been able to surprise everyone, and what are the actual differences in the team between him and Mike Sullivan? Jason and King discuss what to do with the goaltending situation. Is Tristan Jarry an All-Star? And is now the time to trade him, with Edmonton rumors swirling, even though he's been fantastic for them this season? What message would that send to the dressing room? And are Arturs Silovs or Sergei Murashov ready to step into the No. 1 goalie's skates? Jason and King finish off by talking about Sidney Crosby's vintage torturous performance on Monday against the Flyers; players like Justin Brazeau and Noel Acciari likely re-entering the fold soon; and the Penguins' reinvigorated fourth line. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey recaps a busy weekend of news for coach Dan Muse's team. This show is presented by FanDuel. Will Rutger McGroarty and Boko Imama make differences upon their recalls from the minors? Why do this team's outcomes seem so goalie-dependent? And can Tristan Jarry and Artur Silovs rise to the occasion consistently? Will Sidney Crosby continue his success against the rival Philadelphia Flyers this week? And what needs to change in for Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang, Erik Karlsson and Co. in December? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Penguins writer Jason Mackey analyzes Tristan Jarry's return to the Penguins net and what it means for the team's future. Can Kyle Dubas find a perfect trading partner, perhaps with Jarry's hometown Edmonton Oilers? Or should Jarry stick around until Sergei Murashov is fully ready to take over in net? Plus, Rutger McGroarty isn't far from rejoining the Penguins. What can we expect when the young forward returns? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey analyzes a key portion of the season for coach Dan Muse's team. This show is presented by FanDuel. Why is the current stretch around the Thanksgiving holiday key for hopes of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang eventually reaching the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Did GM Kyle Dubas make the right move in sending goalie Sergei Murashov to the minors, leaving Tristan Jarry and Artur Silovs on the active roster? Where can the team look for more depth scoring? And why has the Parker Wotherspoon/Erik Karlsson defensive pairing worked well so far? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Post-Gazette Penguins insider Jason Mackey reacts to a busy weekend for the club that included a pair of losses to the Minnesota Wild and Seattle Kraken over the weekend. This show is presented by FanDuel. Were coach Dan Muse's comments ripping his team justified by the results? Where does this team stand at the quarter mark of the NHL season? Can goalies Tristan Jarry, Arturs Silovs and Sergei Murashov be a strength moving forward? Do veteran stars Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang have the young core of talent around them arriving ahead of schedule? And what brought Jason back to the Penguins beat after a few years away? He tackles those questions and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.