Podcast appearances and mentions of Kyle Dubas

The Panthers won the Stanley Cup again. What lessons can the Penguins take from it? Does Fenway Sports Group have the appetite for a true, lengthy rebuild? Pittsburgh has been so lucky as a hockey town. The Panthers built it in a different way. What is Kyle Dubas's plan?

The Panthers won the Stanley Cup again. What lessons can the Penguins take from it? Does Fenway Sports Group have the appetite for a true, lengthy rebuild? Pittsburgh has been so lucky as a hockey town. The Panthers built it in a different way. What is Kyle Dubas's plan? Could the Pens Stanley Cup teams defeat the Panthers? Callers give their thoughts on a Pens rebuild. Starkey reads his Penguins book reviews. The General joins to discuss his card of the week - Matthew Thachuk.

The Panthers won the Stanley Cup again. What lessons can the Penguins take from it? Does Fenway Sports Group have the appetite for a true, lengthy rebuild? Pittsburgh has been so lucky as a hockey town. The Panthers built it in a different way. What is Kyle Dubas's plan? Could the Pens Stanley Cup teams defeat the Panthers? Callers give their thoughts on a Pens rebuild. Starkey reads his Penguins book reviews. The General joins to discuss his card of the week - Matthew Thachuk. Sean Gentille joins the show to discuss Caitlin Clark, her impact on women's basketball, where the Panthers rank among Cup winners since 2000, will McDavid ever win the Cup, does Fenway Sports Group have remorse for buying the Pens? Sean's Football Fix - Will Kenny Pickett start in Cleveland, Lamar is defending Mark Andrews, the latest with Trey Hendrickson. Dan Zangrilli joins to discuss the Pirates pitching and if it should buy Cherington more time, how close is the team to contending, possible trade options, Joe goes off about Ke'Bryan Hayes, Joey Bart, Spencer Howitz, Nick Gonzales, Cruz's future and if he deserves a big contract. Mark Kaboly joins to discuss the Steelers on the NFL All-Century team - Polamalu and Faneca made the cut, Watt did not but Garrett did. Does Kaboly think every Steeler is great? The Steelers CB additions recently have been bad. Is there concern about JPJ? Jaire Alexander to the Ravens. Intern Dom is getting blasted and he also thinks animals are stupid. This ESPN All-Century list is an outrage. 1:45 Pirates over/under 3.5 hits tonight vs Skubal, Joe thinks they will get no-hit.

Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Which first season do you think Dan Muse and Kyle Dubas would want – finishing so bad you have a shot at a generational player or backing your way into the playoffs with no shot to win it all? Tyler talked about the challenge of bringing in players when you miss the playoffs for a bit. TK said it's clear where the Penguins are at and it's not being a contender. He did admit he thinks the Penguins aren't super far away from making the playoffs. TK labeled this past season as a ‘tough year,' but doesn't think all hope is lost. Tyler would love if the Penguins added Sam Bennett as their big splash. TK thinks there needs to be more respect for Kris Letang. Tyler said there are still some heavy voices in the locker room.

We heard the first comments from Dan Muse today as he was introduced as the Penguins new head coach. The guys feel like the Penguins have an actual direction, which is refreshing. This team feels like they are ready to rebuild and not waste their time biting at the apple they can't get. The guys think the Steelers can take a play out of that book since they refuse to build for the future. That's a franchise that is building a team to finish 11-8, not to win a championship. Is it hard for fans, in the heat of the moment, want the team to actually be bad for a minute? Poni kept harping on how bad he thinks the Steelers will be with Aaron Rodgers. What is their ceiling? Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Which first season do you think Dan Muse and Kyle Dubas would want – finishing so bad you have a shot at a generational player or backing your way into the playoffs with no shot to win it all? Tyler talked about the challenge of bringing in players when you miss the playoffs for a bit. TK said it's clear where the Penguins are at and it's not being a contender. He did admit he thinks the Penguins aren't super far away from making the playoffs. TK labeled this past season as a ‘tough year,' but doesn't think all hope is lost. Tyler would love if the Penguins added Sam Bennett as their big splash. TK thinks there needs to be more respect for Kris Letang. Tyler said there are still some heavy voices in the locker room.

The Athletic's Josh Yohe: Kyle Dubas, A Scout At Heart 06-11-25Jeff Taylor and Jordan DeFigio are joined by friend of the pod and preeminent Pittsburgh Penguins beat writer, Josh Yohe of The Athletic. 3:44 - Hiring of Dan Muse as Pittsburgh Penguins' head coach17:12 - Dubas's big summer will be NEXT summer, 202619:32 - Kyle Dubas does what he says he's going to do37:49 - Alternate futures for Tristan Jarry39:00 - Yohe: Dubas is a scout at heart44:14 - Does NHL combine influence GM's draft choices?46:45 - A little 2025 Stanley Cup Final talkSpecial 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 sangShane Taylor designed and delivered our artwork.To hire Shane for design work: shanetaylordesigns@gmail.com - tell him Fly Penguins Fly sent you.This episode includes portions of the following musical selections:Kid Kodi by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

Kyle Dubas shared his plans for this years upcoming free agency with Josh, plus the guys talk about Dan Muse and the Stanley Cup Finals.Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.2fortalking.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more from the podcast. We're posting articles there now, and there are links to all of Josh's work at The Athletic.Email the show: contact@2fortalking.comFollow us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/JoshYohe_PGH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/joebartnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/Cory_Tucek

Kyle Dubas opens up about what's ahead this offseason for the Penguins, including potential roster moves and team priorities (1:01). We break down Dan Muse officially being named head coach (14:30), react to a Penguins prospect heading to the KHL (23:53), and talk Crosby's upcoming feature in an Amazon docuseries this fall (34:51). Check out our latest episodes

What can Kyle Dubas do with cap space and a ton of youth? 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

The Penguins are closing in on a new head coach — and the finish line is in sight. On this episode of Tip of the Ice-Burgh, we dive into the latest on Pittsburgh's coaching search, the frontrunners, and what direction Kyle Dubas might take behind the bench (3:23) We also unpack the buzz around a potential trade for Wild center Marco Rossi. Could the 23-year-old be a long-term fit down the middle in Pittsburgh? (18:55) And the Pens add to their prospect pool by signing Russian forward and 2023 5th-round pick Mikhail Ilyin — we break down what fans should expect from the KHL standout. (30:42) It's all heating up in the ‘Burgh — coaching rumors, trade targets, and future depth moves, right here on Tip of the Ice-Burgh. Check out our latest episodes

Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Are the Penguins able to win again with Sidney Crosby? How far away are they? Poni asked TK about a big move Kyle Dubas could make this offseason. Tyler said the Pens have a lot of gaps in the bottom six that need to be filled. TK said the Penguins need more of a complete team because it's difficult for the older guys to carry the team at this stage in their careers. TK questioned if Mitch Marner would be the right move for the Penguins.

Terry Bradshaw blasted Aaron Rodgers on an Arkansas radio station. He thinks it's a joke that the Steelers are playing this game with a guy they will have for one season. Poni brought up QBs that started seasons at 41-years-old and how they fared in those seasons. Spoiler alert – it wasn't pretty for anyone outside of Tom Brady, who is the only one of four QBs to have success at that age. Poni thinks Bradshaw knows about 2 big things when it comes to QBs – aging bodies and playing well in big games. Will the Steelers host a playoff game in 2025? Joe was called out by Mark in Brentwood. Who won the battle? Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Are the Penguins able to win again with Sidney Crosby? How far away are they? Poni asked TK about a big move Kyle Dubas could make this offseason. Tyler said the Pens have a lot of gaps in the bottom six that need to be filled. TK said the Penguins need more of a complete team because it's difficult for the older guys to carry the team at this stage in their careers. TK questioned if Mitch Marner would be the right move for the Penguins.

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: . The USA won the World Championships for the first time in 90 years. What's the bigger story? Team USA winning or Team Canada losing in the semis? Kyle Dubas put Team Canada together. The Penguins need to take some input from Sidney Crosby and recognize what comes next for Crosby. DK Metcalf is not at Steelers OTAs. Aaron Rodgers is not there either. Does Aaron Rodgers really want to prioritize football?

The USA won the World Championships for the first time in 90 years. What's the bigger story? Team USA winning or Team Canada losing in the semis? Kyle Dubas put Team Canada together. The Penguins need to take some input from Sidney Crosby and recognize what comes next for Crosby. Sean is in-between on how Kyle Dubas has done.

In this one, Chad is joined by Jon Kyriacou to discuss the FAILED Shana-plan. Jon is a corporate lawyer who has experience working for the Maple LEafs directly under Kyle Dubas, Brendan Shanahan himself, and Lou Lamoriello. Your next chapter starts today. Get 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy: https://betterhelp.com/boysinthebooth. (In paid partnership with BetterHelp)Download your new favourite sports book using our link: https://signupexpert.com/boysintheboothUse code BOYSINTHEBOOTH for $20 off your first SeatGeek purchaseALL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/boysinthebooth

Joe goes off on Kyle Dubas for putting together a Team Canada World Championship team that lost to Denmark. We want to see Henry Davis get more at-bats. What could the Pirates command in a Paul Skenes trade? Joe thinks if the Pirates received a Juan Soto-return with two All-Stars and a No. 2 starter, the Pirates should do it. Austin wants even more.

Welcome to Daily Faceoff Live hosted by Tyler Yaremchuk and Frank Seravalli!Today on the show we start with another dominating performance from the Florida Panthers to take a 2-0 series lead over the Hurricanes. This series seems as tilted as ever with the Panthers winning both on the road, is there room for a push from Carolina?Then we move to tonight's Game 2 match between the Stars and Oilers. Can the Oilers fix their special teams play, stay disciplined and get a few extra saves from Stuart Skinner?In some off-ice news, Brendan Shanahan will not be returning to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Where could he end up and is he really to blame for the lack of success in Toronto?Then we move to a stunner in the World Hockey Championship as Denmark defeats Canada with a last minute goal in the third period. Rob Rossi then joins the All 32 to talk about the Pittsburgh Penguins off season and who Kyle Dubas may be looking at to take the Head Coach position behind the bench.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

Toronto choked in game 7, was that Kyle Dubas' fault too?Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.2fortalking.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more from the podcast. We're posting articles there now, and there are links to all of Josh's work at The Athletic.Email the show: contact@2fortalking.comFollow us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/JoshYohe_PGH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/joebartnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/Cory_Tucek

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani, Joe Starkey, and Tyler Kennedy: Tyler Kennedy thinks the Florida Panthers are going back to the Stanley Cup Finals. Rick Tocchet has agreed to be the new head coach of the Philadelphia Flyers. Sidney Crosby prefers not to be involved in the Penguins coaching search but TK thinks Kyle Dubas should ask Sid what he thinks about a potential coach Dubas will hire.

This week's hockey podcast with Brian Metzer. We discuss the NHL playoffs, Kyle Dubas' plans for roster moves and a coach, and the World Championships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thoughts on Sidney Crosby, Team Canada, the Penguins and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Metzer of the Penguins Radio Network joins me to discuss Mike Sullivan's contract in New York, Kyle Dubas' team-building plans, Penguins coaching candidates, and even George Pickens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Sullivan's about to prove Kyle Dubas made the correct call. 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

NHL writer Sean Gentille from The Athletic joined the show. Sean gave his reaction to the Mike Sullivan firing in Pittsburgh and hiring in New York, with the Rangers. Sean gave his take on the job being done by Kyle Dubas so far. How did the Sullivan split happen, was it a mutual agreement or was it one-sided? Sean doesn't think either side of the partnership was super happy with the recent results. When it comes to the Penguins search, Sean doesn't think we find an answer anytime soon, possibly ranging a month or so.

Mike Sullivan is officially the new head coach of the New York Rangers. The reported contract will be the richest in NHL history. What do we make of Sullivan's legacy in Pittsburgh? We debated if Sullivan will be viewed as a rival now that he's within the division. There was credit given to Kyle Dubas for acknowledging that it was time to move on even if it means Sullivan can have success elsewhere.

Mike Sullivan is officially the new head coach of the New York Rangers. The reported contract will be the richest in NHL history. What do we make of Sullivan's legacy in Pittsburgh? We debated if Sullivan will be viewed as a rival now that he's within the division. There was credit given to Kyle Dubas for acknowledging that it was time to move on even if it means Sullivan can have success elsewhere. What do fans make of Mike Sullivan going to the Rangers? How does this tie into Mike Tomlin and the Steelers? Do Pittsburghers remember Marc-Andre Fleury more fondly because his replacement(s) have mostly sucked? NHL writer Sean Gentille from The Athletic joined the show. Sean gave his reaction to the Mike Sullivan firing in Pittsburgh and hiring in New York, with the Rangers. Sean gave his take on the job being done by Kyle Dubas so far. How did the Sullivan split happen, was it a mutual agreement or was it one-sided? Sean doesn't think either side of the partnership was super happy with the recent results. When it comes to the Penguins search, Sean doesn't think we find an answer anytime soon, possibly ranging a month or so.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to react to a busy week in Pittsburgh sports news. How much pressure is on Steelers coach Mike Tomlin following the firing of the Penguins' Mike Sullivan? Will he face expectations to win in 2025, after GM Omar Khan decided to keep names like George Pickens and T.J. Watt rather than trade them for future draft capital? And amid the likely signing of veteran Aaron Rodgers? Or will get get a chance to coach the team in 2026, when it holds 10 draft picks and may be able to seek its QB of the future, with names like Arch Manning, Drew Allar, LaNorris Sellers and Nico Iamaleava likely coming out of the college ranks? Later, the guys tackle the Penguins' new direction without Sullivan. What changed for GM Kyle Dubas between last year and this year, given the reality that expectations for 2024-25 were low? Could a new coach jolt the team like Dan Bylsma did in 2009 or Sullivan did in 2016 to spark Stanley Cup runs from Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? How much runway does Kyle Dubas have to turn the Penguins into contenders? And is the perception of Sidney Crosby's involvement in front office moves fit reality? Then in the third segment, airing on the PG's Pirates YouTube channel, our duo analyzes the continued lack of results in the win-loss column despite some improvement offensively. Is this just a bad team, even if it continues to show some improvement? What does that mean for GM Ben Cherington and manager Derek Shelton in owner Bob Nutting's eyes? Is Enmanuel Valdez a useful player? Or only looking good by comparison? And how will things shake out in the rotation with Bubba Chandler becoming hard to deny in the minors, Jared Jones on the mend and Carmen Mlodzinski still struggling after the first time through opposing batting orders? If you haven't already, subscribe to the sports department's YouTube channels so you don't miss videos with our reports, columnists and their special guests.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson react to the Pirates' 9-0 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday. Also, can Kyle Dubas handle this rebuild for the Penguins? April 30, 2025, 6:00 Hour

Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Is Rick Tocchet bound to be the Penguins next coach? TK isn't so sure. He thinks the Kyle Dubas hire will be a developmental coach that is ready to take on his first team. Tyler thinks the Penguins need a guy that is on-board with a rebuild. The guys dove into a few different candidates that could fit the job in Pittsburgh. TK said Sidney Crosby is still the selling point for any coach, but that person has to be patient.

The Pirates were shut out last night for a league-leading fifth time. In the lifeless effort at PNC Park, what are brewing as the team's biggest problems? At 11-19, they are among the worst teams in baseball. Poni has Tommy Pham as the ring leader of horribleness. How much longer to Derek Shelton and Ben Cherington have? What is the most embarrassing aspect of the Pirates right now? Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Is Rick Tocchet bound to be the Penguins next coach? TK isn't so sure. He thinks the Kyle Dubas hire will be a developmental coach that is ready to take on his first team. Tyler thinks the Penguins need a guy that is on-board with a rebuild. The guys dove into a few different candidates that could fit the job in Pittsburgh. TK said Sidney Crosby is still the selling point for any coach, but that person has to be patient.

Was this firing a case of Kyle Dubas vs. Mike Sullivan? 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

Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off hour the guys listen to a collection of awkward audio. The guys listen to Jim Hiller getting defensive about LA's 3rd periods against Edmonton, Kyle Dubas calling Sidney Crosby after firing Mike Sullivan and Bill Belichick's awkward interview with CBS.  (14:02) Later on, Rod Pedersen joins the show! Rod and the guys talk all things battle of Florida. Rod speaks on the hatred starting to ramp up over the last couple of games, where Tampa could go from here if they are eliminated in the first round again, Nikita Kucherov's quiet series, Andrei Vasilevsky needing to be better, Matthew Tkachuk's impact and more!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.

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey: Joe applauds Kyle Dubas for moving on from Mike Sullivan. He thinks it was Dubas' move, not Fenway Sports Group, to move on from Sullivan. Why is Art Rooney II so afraid to move off Mike Tomlin after the Baltimore game? The Pirates had a play similar to their past mistakes on the bases.

Joe and Austin both had riveting nights of TV viewing last night. Joe Joe applauds Kyle Dubas for moving on from Mike Sullivan. He thinks it was Dubas' move, not Fenway Sports Group, to move on from Sullivan. Why is Art Rooney II so afraid to move off Mike Tomlin after the Baltimore game?

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson give some honor to Mike Sullivan while discussing what Kyle Dubas may do to replace him in the coming months. April 29, 2025, 6:00 Hour

The messaging being sent out now is that there was a real chance Mike Sullivan and the Penguins would end in a change. Kyle Dubas said there was no list of demands from Sullivan. What is happening here? Mike Sullivan said his intentions were to be the Penguins coach.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Stanley Cup Champion Tyler Kennedy joined the show. TK thinks Mike Sullivan evaluated his situation and that other teams would want him, so he went to Kyle Dubas and wants big acquisitions. Tyler thinks things went sideways on the future of the deal and personnel. Kyle Dubas said there was no list of demands from Sullivan. What is happening here?

Hour 2 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Some people still claim that Mike Sullivan and Kyle Dubas have a good relationship. Grading the Steelers draft. Mike Tomlin said the Steelers needed to improve with physicality, but they've been preaching this for years and Joe doesn't think it's worked well. Evaluating the Steelers position groups on offense after the draft.

TK thinks Mike Sullivan evaluated his situation and that other teams would want him, so he went to Kyle Dubas and wants big acquisitions. Tyler thinks things went sideways on the future of the deal and personnel. He thinks Dubas has input on who plays on the power play and other coaching decisions. Steelers coach Mike Sullivan is also out!

Starkey says today is about two different Mike's, Mike Sullivan and Mike Tomlin. Both were very successful in the early portions of their tenures, but tailed off the past five years. Both were unknown names when hired, but became championship coaches and remembered fondly. The Steelers could have traded Mike Tomlin to the Bears. Kyle Dubas thought it was time. Should it have been time?

Hour 4 with Joe Starkey: Both Mike Tomlin and Mike Sullivan were very successful in the early portions of their tenures, but tailed off the past five years. Both were unknown names when hired, but became championship head coaches and remembered fondly. The Steelers could have traded Mike Tomlin to the Bears, but Art II did not want to listen to their offers. Kyle Dubas thought it was time. A tribute to Mike Sullivan.

For the first time since 2019, a Pittsburgh team has fired its head coach, as the Penguins parted ways with Mike Sullivan earlier today. Poni was surprised by the amount of people that were thanking Sullivan on his way out. He also noted that Mike Tomlin, once his time finally comes, won't be getting that same praise out the door. Tomlin has more good seasons than Sullivan, but has he overstayed his welcome longer? The guys wondered if it would be a day of celebration when Tomlin is done. More thoughts on the departure of Mike Sullivan. Dubas' Details – What else did Kyle Dubas say to the media today with the firing of Mike Sullivan?

Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. TK thinks Kyle Dubas said and did the right thing today, parting ways with Mike Sullivan. He also thinks Dubas handled things correctly with Sidney Crosby and made mention that it would be a longer conversation if Crosby had an issue with it. Tyler said even Sid can't pull off being a star player along with holding down GM duties like some stars tend to do. He suggested that Sid is aware a change needs to be made. TK said this is a better fit job for a younger coach looking to prove himself and not a veteran coach ready to win. Tyler thinks Sid had a great relationship with Sullivan, but he was able to acknowledge it was time for a change.

The Penguins have fired Mike Sullivan. What led up to this point? The words of Kyle Dubas made it sound like a firing – not a ‘parting of ways' like they wanted. The guys wondered if Sullivan has something else lined up with either the Rangers or Bruins. Poni said Sullivan is one of the best coaches in this city in recent years, with the accolades as the best man behind the bench for the Penguins. After 2 Stanley Cups in roughly 10 years of coaching, Sullivan is moving on. Who is the bigger issue with the Penguins – the coach or the GM? It's a discussion we tend to have with the baseball team in town. How much of a commitment was there to the Penguins from the head coach? The guys said it's also fair to wonder what this means for Sidney Crosby and his future. Did the Penguins make the right move firing Mike Sullivan? Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. TK thinks Kyle Dubas said and did the right thing today, parting ways with Mike Sullivan. He also thinks Dubas handled things correctly with Sidney Crosby and made mention that it would be a longer conversation if Crosby had an issue with it. Tyler said even Sid can't pull off being a star player along with holding down GM duties like some stars tend to do. He suggested that Sid is aware a change needs to be made. TK said this is a better fit job for a younger coach looking to prove himself and not a veteran coach ready to win. Tyler thinks Sid had a great relationship with Sullivan, but he was able to acknowledge it was time for a change.

The Penguins have fired Mike Sullivan. What led up to this point? The words of Kyle Dubas made it sound like a firing – not a ‘parting of ways' like they wanted. The guys wondered if Sullivan has something else lined up with either the Rangers or Bruins. Poni said Sullivan is one of the best coaches in this city in recent years, with the accolades as the best man behind the bench for the Penguins. After 2 Stanley Cups in roughly 10 years of coaching, Sullivan is moving on. Who is the bigger issue with the Penguins – the coach or the GM? It's a discussion we tend to have with the baseball team in town. How much of a commitment was there to the Penguins from the head coach? The guys said it's also fair to wonder what this means for Sidney Crosby and his future.

Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to give his thoughts on the Steelers, the NFL draft, the end of the Penguins' season and the Pirates' West Coast road trip. On the football side, is Derrick Harmon the most uncomplicated pick for GM Omar Khan and coach Mike Tomlin? What about Kenneth Grant and Walter Nolen along the defensive line? And where do QBs Sheduer Sanders and Jaxson Dart fit into that conversation? Later, the duo reacts to Penguins GM Kyle Dubas appearing to signal in post-season comments Tuesday that he's looking more toward 2026-27 than next season in terms of competing meaningfully in the Eastern Conference. Is he being too passive with Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang on the roster? How aggressively should he shop in NHL free agency this summer? Or move bad contracts owed to Tristan Jarry, Erik Karlsson and Ryan Graves? And where does coach Mike Sullivan figure into all of it? Then finally, in a segment airing on the Post-Gazette's Pirates YouTube channel, the guys react to Andrew McCutchen's angst about his playing time. Does he deserve better from manager Derek Shelton and GM Ben Cherington? How much longer does McCutchen plan to play? And is Shelton's lineup turnover an overall problem as well? Our duo tackles those questions, then discusses the team's mediocre record when Paul Skenes is on the mound and pressure on owner Bob Nutting after loud “sell the team” chants continued during the last homestand.

Kyle Dubas and Mike Sullivan are meeting to discuss the future of the Pittsburgh Penguins and how to get back to contention. Merril Hodge said he hopes the Steelers don't pick Shedeur Sanders, saying Sanders will be "an epic failure."

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