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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?

Frazer, Joe, and Andy discuss Mario Lemieux maybe buying Penguins back from Fenway Sports Group, the Sharks moving to San Francisco, and the 2026 Olympic Rosters.

Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. The NHL schedule is out and we looked at a few of the highlights on the Penguins docket, including a trip to Sweden in November. TK talked about the trip the team took there in 2009 when he began the season with 2 goals in 2 games. The guys let Tyler react to the report that surfaced earlier this week about Mario Lemieux possibly repurchasing the Penguins. Tyler said Mario rebuying the team would be huge for all parties involved. Tyler thinks Mario is too competitive to keep seeing the Penguins miss the playoffs.

Paul Skenes started his second All Star Game last night, but the guys were bothered by something. Skenes was great as he went 1-2-3 in the 1st inning. There was no shot taken at the Pirates organization for how they have handled their first full season with Skenes. Nothing from the broadcast mentioning or eluding to how great of a pitcher he is on such a bad team. Does Major League Baseball have a problem with the Pirates way of business? If they did, why did it seem like last night's lack of criticism meant a gag order was in place? Is there even a 1% chance of Paul Skenes re-signing in Pittsburgh? Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. The NHL schedule is out and we looked at a few of the highlights on the Penguins docket, including a trip to Sweden in November. TK talked about the trip the team took there in 2009 when he began the season with 2 goals in 2 games. The guys let Tyler react to the report that surfaced earlier this week about Mario Lemieux possibly repurchasing the Penguins. Tyler said Mario rebuying the team would be huge for all parties involved. Tyler thinks Mario is too competitive to keep seeing the Penguins miss the playoffs.

Mario Lemieux's Hockey Clock 07/16/25Renewed media buzz has gathered steam around the potential reacquisition of the Pittsburgh Penguins by the Lemieux/Burkle/Morehouse ownership group. Kris Letang's summer workout videos have surfaced and they're - of course - completely insane and sweat-inducing. Erik Karlsson still seems somewhat un-trade-able, in spite of a significant increase in the NHL's salary cap. The Canucks goalie Arturs Silovs has been traded to your Pittsburgh Penguins - and it could be a game changer for the Pens: more on that NEXT episode.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 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

The NHL offseason came in hot, and we're breaking it all down: Don Cherry officially retires after 8 decades in the game and 313 podcast episodes. Matt Martin hangs ‘em up after 987 NHL games. Jonathan Toews returns, signing a bonus-laden deal with his hometown Jets. Mario Lemieux wants to buy back the Penguins. A brand-new CBA changes everything: 84-game season, no dress codes, playoff cap rules, and full-time EBUGs. Florida wins the Cup — Sam Bennett, Brad Marchand, and Aleksander Barkov dominate. Connor McDavid's comments stir the pot in Edmonton. A full breakdown of trades and free agent chaos — from Marner to Vegas to Brent Burns still going. Plus, we say goodbye to Bruins fan favorite Lyndon Byers. Subscribe and buckle up — hockey never sleeps.

Josh Yohe joins the show to discuss the potential reunion between the Pens organization and Mario Lemieux as the owner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fans weigh in on Pat McAfee and his rise in media. Some of our callers love McAfee. Fans also discuss rooting for Oneil Cruz in the Home Run Derby and what it was like at Forbes Field.

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey: Oneil Cruz hit the most home runs of anyone in the first round of the Home Run Derby before being eliminated by Cal Raleigh in the second round. Mario Lemieux, Ron Burkle, and David Morehouse want to buy back the Penguins and Josh Yohe of The Athletic further confirmed their interest. Fans weigh in on Pat McAfee and his rise in media.

Oneil Cruz hit the most home runs of anyone in the first round of the Home Run Derby before being eliminated by Cal Raleigh in the second round. Mario Lemieux, Ron Burkle, and David Morehouse want to buy back the Penguins and Josh Yohe of The Athletic further confirmed their interest. Joe has confirmed they're interested.

Oneil Cruz dazzled in the HR Derby last night, including a homer that went 513 feet. Poni is in semi-freak-out mode that people are overreacting to what Cruz did in an exhibition/glorified batting practice. He claimed he enjoyed watching Cruz put on a show even though he didn't want him to do well. Poni attacked Jeff Hathhorn for suggesting the Pirates should sign Cruz long-term after last night. The guys revisited a thought yesterday – what if Cruz has a 30 HR, 50 SB season despite otherwise lackluster numbers? The conversation turned to Bryan Reynolds and the disappointing season he is putting together. Is the idea of Oneil Cruz being the highest-paid Pirates player ever as ridiculous as it sounds? One caller suggested that teams around baseball didn't know Cruz before last night. HOCKEY TALK! Do the rumors of Mario Lemieux and co. rebuying the Penguins still have a pulse?

HOCKEY TALK! Do the rumors of Mario Lemieux and co. rebuying the Penguins still have a pulse?

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We hear from Pirates fans who loved the Wild Card Game and compared it to other big moments they've seen. Rich in Forest Hills saw Mario Lemieux in 1987 for Team Canada. Greg in Youngstown mentions when the Penguins won the draft lottery with Sidney Crosby.

The Penguins drafted Mario Lemieux and Sidney Crosby in a 21 year span. 21 years from Sid, they could pick Gavin McKenna. We want to see the Penguins embrace the rebuild to draft Gavin McKenna. Patrick Rooney Jr. went after the Steelers plan and thinks the Ravens will steamroll the Steelers this year. It's fascinating coming from a relative of the Rooney family.

Hour 3 with Jason Mackey: Oneil Cruz is in the Home Run Derby. Does he deserve it? The Penguins drafted Mario Lemieux and Sidney Crosby in a 21 year span. 21 years from Sid, they could pick Gavin McKenna. We want to see the Penguins embrace the rebuild to draft Gavin McKenna. A Rooney family member calls out the Steelers.

In Bryan Rust We Trust - or - FTLOG Kyle Dubas: Please Do Not Trade Bryan RustWith the 2025 NHL Entry Draft (June 27-28) just barely in our rearview mirrors and free agency upon us (July 1st), Jeff Taylor and Jordan DeFigio wax hockey about what binds Pittsburgh Penguins fans together - a love of the game, a deep appreciation what Sidney Patrick Crosby has given this town - and hockey fans around the world, and the stark realization that we are in for a stinker of a 2025-2026 regular season campaign. Commiserate and ponder with us, as we all - listeners included - head into a much-needed national holiday weekend. Stay cool, friends, and stay safe.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 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

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.

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?

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.

Mario Lemieux's comeback from retirement in 2000 goes to No. 1 on Joe's list of the most exhilarating games. The five most heartbreaking games of the last quarter century. Steelers losing to the Packers in the Super Bowl and Pitt basketball losing to Scottie Reynolds and Villanova.

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Championships and the Wild Card Game take precedent. 13-9 has to be on the list. Mario Lemieux's comeback from retirement in 2000 goes to No. 1 on Joe's list of the most exhilarating games. The five most heartbreaking games of the last quarter century. Steelers losing to the Packers in the Super Bowl and Pitt basketball losing to Scottie Reynolds and Villanova.

Pittsburgh Is Hotter Than Sunrise: Florida Panthers Go Back-to-Back as Pittsburgh Penguins Rebuild Ramps UpJeff Taylor and Jordan DeFigio recap the Panthers' historic back-to-back cup runs, then touch on various points regarding the Penguins' offseason activities. 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 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

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?

Between the Panthers winning the Cup, Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle reportedly wanting to buy the Penguins back, and Josh's report that this season will be Malkin's last, we had plenty to discuss.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

Steve Reich, Mario Lemieux's agent, has passed away at 64. Steelers re-sign DeShon Elliott to a two-year extension through the 2027 season. Multiple star quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, and Lamar Jackson carved up the Steelers secondary. Is the Steelers secondary better? Did Callas send NBC a clip of his audio so he could become famous and not Dorin or Crowley? Poni thinks this was a forgettable U.S. Open but Bob disagrees.

Paul Steigerwald remembers Steve Reich and the kindness he showed for people and always had time for others. Steigerwald on Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle buying back the Penguins: "I don't see any other factors right now that would lead me to believe that's going to happen." All signs are pointing to this being Evgeni Malkin's final season.

Hour 3 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Paul Steigerwald said Fenway is still working everyday to run the business. Steigerwald on Mario Lemieux and Ron Burkle buying back the Penguins: "I don't see any other factors right now that would lead me to believe that's going to happen." All signs are pointing to this being Evgeni Malkin's final season. How much longer will Tommy Pham be here?

Hour 1 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Steve Reich, Mario Lemieux's agent, has passed away at 64. Steelers re-sign DeShon Elliott to a two-year extension through the 2027 season. Did Callas send NBC a clip of his audio so he could become famous and not Dorin or Crowley? Poni thinks this was a forgettable U.S. Open but Bob disagrees. Joe thinks it's completely ridiculous that T.J. McConnell did not play for Indiana late in the 4th quarter after electrifying the team in the 3rd.

Mike Tomlin and Aaron Rodgers talk but no T.J. Watt, Andrew McCutchen passes Clemente and Mario Lemieux and Co. interested in buying back Pens?

Mike Tomlin and Aaron Rodgers talk but no T.J. Watt, Andrew McCutchen passes Clemente and Mario Lemieux and Co. interested in buying back Pens?

Mike Tomlin and Aaron Rodgers talk but no T.J. Watt, Andrew McCutchen passes Clemente and Mario Lemieux and Co. interested in buying back Pens?

(Austin Bechtold hosting) -Austin shares some quick thoughts on the rumors of Mario Lemieux, Ron Burkle, and David Morehouse potentially pursuing ownership of the Penguins again. -Are you a believer in Aaron Rodgers with the Steelers? -Another Oakmont update w/ Jeff Hathhorn; Jeff provides the latest with the weather, as well as the days for Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler. Does it feel like this will come down to Sam Burns or J.J. Spaun? -Austin discusses the Thunder's crucial victory against Indiana last night; Is that series going to go seven games? Will the same be said for Panthers-Oilers? Will T.J. Watt at some point receive a contract extension?

Jason Mackey comes on The Fan Hotline to address the rumors about Mario Lemieux and other being interested in buying back the Penguins.

Hour 1: Will Paul Skenes win the Cy Young this year? Jeff Hathhorn joins the guys from Oakmont for a US Open update. And how likely is a Penguins ownership change?

Joe is live from Oakmont Bakery for the U.S. Open. Stanley Cup Champion Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Tyler would like to see Ron Burkle and Mario Lemieux back. Jeff Hathhorn joins from Oakmont with a U.S. Open update.

Hour 1 with Joe Starkey and Tyler Kennedy: Joe is live from Oakmont Bakery for the U.S. Open. Stanley Cup Champion Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Tyler would like to see Ron Burkle and Mario Lemieux back. TK is picking the Panthers to win tonight and go up 3-1.

JJ Spaun is the current leader at Oakmont at -4. Seneca Valley's Matt Vogt has struggled on the course. He made par the first two holes but has struggled since. Bob thinks someone today will shoot in the 90s. The over/under is 4.5 scores under par by the end of the week. Bob thought Justin Fields would have been the best option in the offseason.

Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson address the report that Mario Lemieux is part of a small group that would be interested in buying back at least a share of the Penguins.

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

Pittsburgh Penguins Fandom ft. Anthony Jardine 06/02/25Woven into this full-length conversation with lifelong Penguins fan Anthony Jardine are the recognizable sounds of the Mario Lemieux and Sidney Crosby eras of Pittsburgh hockey. We revisit our 2023 chat with 2x Stanley Cup Champion Jay Caufield, as the former NHL enforcer and current Penguins broadcaster reminisces about his successful re-training of Lemieux for the legend's 2000 NHL comeback. At the 24:20 mark, listeners can close their eyes for just a few seconds and be transported back to “The Igloo” itself, as producer Jeff Taylor digs up and strings together the sounds of Pittsburgh Penguins hockey at the old Civic Arena.Click here to listen to “Lost Soul” by Anthony Vincent Jardine:https://open.spotify.com/track/4o83trraPzMEWTLuZaLoHWSpecial 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/Fly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff Taylor.Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOIntro/Outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana plays drums - thanks, Mark!Shane 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 SessionsIn Passage by Blue Dot SessionsHardboil by Blue Dot Sessions

It's Been A Week 05/21/25Today's episode was recorded on Monday, May 19th. 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/Fly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff Taylor.Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOIntro/Outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana plays drums - thanks, Mark!Shane 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 SessionsIn Passage by Blue Dot Sessions

In Part 1 of this week's episode of Next on the Tee, I kick things off with a return visit from NHL legend and a fantastic golfer Dan Quinn. Dan played 14 seasons in the NHL, including memorable years alongside Mario Lemieux with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Off the ice, Dan has logged countless rounds at Oakmont and spent several years caddying on the PGA Tour for the likes of Ernie Els, John Daly, Yost Luiten—and a then up-and-coming Cam Smith. We revisit his experiences playing Oakmont, and I get his insights on this year's US Open. We hear about the rounds he played there with Mario Lemieux and Next on the Tee favorite Bob Ford. You'll hear about his times on the bag for Ernie Els at the 2013 US Open and the 2015 US Open for a rookie named Cam Smith. We finish up discussing what the Penguins need to do in order to get back being a playoff caliber team. Then I'm joined by longtime friend and fellow broadcaster Jeff Tracy, host of Grilling at the Green and Barbecue Nation shows on AM 860 in Portland. Jeff's a true Renaissance man—he's not only a seasoned radio host and golf analyst, he's also a competitive barbecue master and a former horse show judge. We talk golf, brisket, and Jeff's thoughts on the PGA Championship and the upcoming U.S. Open. You won't want to miss the insights and laughs with two guys who bring serious flavor—both on the course and off.

In 1984, the Penguins were a floundering and largely unpopular franchise with an uncertain future. That's when they were presented with a golden opportunity to turn things around. If they could somehow procure the top overall pick in the draft, they could select a teen phenom by the name of Mario Lemieux. However, getting there would require something totally unorthodox: doing everything possible to NOT WIN games.REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes​Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | HardcoverConnect with the show:Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Twitter

Things Discussed: Michigan vs Georgia recruitments revisited: things have definitely changed. We had to move heaven and Earth to get Will Johnson and that was a legacy. Sam shares a story that Harbaugh promised he was gonna be here and that got Will to pump the breaks on a USC-Ohio State decision. Remembering DJ Turner's recruitment. Yaxel? Is doing well at the combine. Think Michigan visit changed his mindset from "Michigan has to match" to "NBA has to match," but there's a very good chance that happens. Difference between early 2nd round and late 1st round isn't just money but end of the 1st round is where you find the best organizations, whereas early 2nd round could mean going to Phoenix. If a team promises they'll draft him in the late 1st he's gotta take it. If Yaxel comes: Big Ten PoY? In the conversation. Wolf-/Tonje-level impact. Forest view: plan on this happening every year, because one player can put you over the top and one way to get that one player is to get the best player in the country who's not in the NBA Draft. Speaking of best player in the country who's not in his draft…there's a LOT of positivity inside Michigan about Gavin McKenna. What does Gavin McKenna mean, non-hockey fans? He's the consensus #1 player in the Draft and in that tier with Connor McDavid, Eric Lindros, Mario Lemieux and Alexander Ovechkin where the franchise that gets him is instantly the team with that guy (Only tier higher than that is Crosby, Gretzky). Why is McKenna going to college? These guys used to play Canadian juniors, but that's a long season in a small town for money that Michigan could match, and for a player who's already guaranteed to be a top-5 pick there's no reason to slog through that when the Big Ten these days has higher competition. The example here is John Tavares, who was the CHL rookie of the year in 2005-06 and player of the year in 2006-07, and was the obvious #1 pick in the 2008 Draft then had to go back to the CHL for another year to no purpose. College gives that guy a step up in competition, a year in Ann Arbor instead of Oshawa, and the connections and future you get from association with a university. For us, that would make Michigan a focus of the hockey world for a year, and the rest of McKenna's career they'd be like "guy from Michigan." Meta discussion on last week's episode and politics based on the (overwhelmingly positive) responses we got from last week: We aren't planning to talk about partisan and identity politics that much going forward—there are certain instances when it's topical and we can't ignore it (e.g. Ono's departure), but mostly we choose to talk about ideas and values, and when they're not politicized nobody notices the politics. Penn State > Ohio State this year? We don't believe in Drew Allar. Ohio State's culture is clearly working for them.

Pittsburgh Penguins on NHL's All Quarter Century Team, Sidney Crosby at the IIHF Worlds, and Winnipeg's Cringe-y Cup Song 05/12/25Thanks to Sidney Crosby, Nathan McKinnon - and yes: Marc Andre Fleury!! - we've all got some exciting Team Canada hockey action to enjoy. With the Pittsburgh Penguins, Colorado Avalanche, and Minnesota Wild all having been eliminated from contention for this season's Stanley Cup, Team Canada's roster at the IIHF World Championships boasts some of the NHL's most beloved names.In lieu of further copy on the matter, here are some time codes and topics Jeff and Jordan discussed in this episode:02:37 - Crosby, Malkin, Fleury named to NHL's All Quarter Century Team08:05 - Sidney Crosby and Team Canada at the IIHF World Championships12:11 - Marc Andre Fleury and what retirement will look like18:38 - 2025 Stanley Cup Playoff picture and predictions26:41 - That God awful Winnipeg Jets Stanley Cup song28:46 - Jeff can't with the Oilers because…31:08 - ESPN's “This Is Hockey” video series33:55 - Plugging our music gigs! 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/Fly Penguins Fly Podcast is produced by Jeff Taylor.Thank you for listening!! Follow the podcast on X/Twitter: @penspodJeff Taylor: @penspod_JT // Jordan DeFigio: @fidgenewtonLETS GO PENS.JEFF TAYLOR + JORDAN DEFIGIOIntro/Outro music composed and recorded by Jeff TaylorMark Guiliana plays drums - thanks, Mark!Shane 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

It's FRIENDS AND RIVALS EPISODE 193 and this just in: the Islanders will pick first overall, so we will not have to wait long to hear the name of the first draft bust of 2025 to be called! Will they take another injury prone goalie or just a skater who will make Josh Ho Sang look like Mario Lemieux? We cover the amazing playoff action from round 1 and make our round 2 playoff predictions. Bettor advise: take the odds on the Capitals because why on Earth is Carolina the favorite? And don't miss the Tom's A Creep Final Four action on FRIENDDS AND RIVALS EPISODE 193!

(00:00-18:38) Jamie Rivers checking in with us. What the Blues need to do to get back in this series. Third period has been the Blues' nemesis. The atmosphere at the Enterprise Center tomorrow night. Jets trying to get in Binner's kitchen. Story of Jamie playing against Mario Lemieux. The importance of scoring the first goal. Rump pats. (18:46-35:11) Doug can't keep his feet from moving. Oli Marmol talking about the offensive performance and Pallante and Matz on the mound. Needed this one. Nolan Gorman talking to The Cat postgame. Maypole celebration. They're not happy with the late puck drop in Minnesota. (35:21-58:56) Taylor Twellman joins the show talking about the dire situation STL City is in. Dealing with injuries in training. Fans still showing up. Just not scoring any goals. The ownership's need to spend money. But need more than just one player to fix this. Still 2-3 pieces away. Are there any needlepoint belts in Festus? Chairman has always been fashion forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00-18:38) Jamie Rivers checking in with us. What the Blues need to do to get back in this series. Third period has been the Blues' nemesis. The atmosphere at the Enterprise Center tomorrow night. Jets trying to get in Binner's kitchen. Story of Jamie playing against Mario Lemieux. The importance of scoring the first goal. Rump pats.(18:46-35:11) Doug can't keep his feet from moving. Oli Marmol talking about the offensive performance and Pallante and Matz on the mound. Needed this one. Nolan Gorman talking to The Cat postgame. Maypole celebration. They're not happy with the late puck drop in Minnesota. (35:21-58:56) Taylor Twellman joins the show talking about the dire situation STL City is in. Dealing with injuries in training. Fans still showing up. Just not scoring any goals. The ownership's need to spend money. But need more than just one player to fix this. Still 2-3 pieces away. Are there any needlepoint belts in Festus? Chairman has always been fashion forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On his weekly Saturday Conversations podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes Penguins broadcaster Paul Steigerwald to tackle a range of hockey topics. Can coach Mike Sullivan's team sustain its late-season momentum into next season to give Sidney Crosby, Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin a chance to return to the playoffs? How much should we believe in young players and prospects like Ville Koivunen, Rutger McGroarty and Sergei Murashov? And how much can GM Kyle Dubas accomplish with his slew of NHL draft picks in upcoming lotteries? Our duo tackles those topics, then looks back on Paul's career as a broadcaster. How did it come to be after he started as the team's director of marketing? What was his relationship with Mike Lange? And what are his memories of the late play-by-play legend? What are his favorite stories from past Stanley Cup runs? When does he plan to retire? And which players does he put on the Mount Rushmore of Penguins hockey next to names like Crosby, Mario Lemieux and Jaromir Jagr?