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Episode 181 of the "New Ice City" podcast reacts to Mike Sullivan parting ways with the Pittsburgh Penguins and what it means for the New York Rangers' head coaching search. Plus, Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show to discuss Sullivan's Penguins tenure and coaching style and host Vincent Mercogliano answers fans questions about possible assistants, restricted free agents and a Jack Eichel hypothetical.

Post-Gazette Sports columnist Jason Mackey and Penguins insider Matt Vensel react to news that the team and coach Mike Sullivan have mutually agreed to part ways. How mutual was the decision in reality? Was Sullivan ready to move on? Or was GM Kyle Dubas the prevailing force in the decision? Who could the team be looking at to replace Sullivan? What does the coaching change mean for the veteran trio of Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang? Or young players like Ville Koivunen, Rutger McGroarty or Sergei Murashov? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

Penguins reporter Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Penguins had locker cleanout day today and the big takeaway was Mike Sullivan talking about his commitment to coaching the Penguins next year. Erik Karlsson knows his name will be in trade rumors. The big question is if Kyle Dubas wants to commit to this group or wait another season.

Hour 4 with Jason Mackey: Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk joined the show. Will Oneil Cruz take the next step? Penguins reporter Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joined the show. Penguins had locker cleanout day today and the big takeaway was Mike Sullivan talking about his commitment to coaching the Penguins next year. Erik Karlsson knows his name will be in trade rumors.

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Taking The Night Off 01/09/25We've had it for now. At least until the back-to-back this weekend. Tuesday's SO loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets positively broke Jeff's brain. Jordan doesn't seem too well-for-ware over it, herself. Your co-hosts had posted up at a South Hills gin mill for what they'd hoped would be a gratifying win over what Matt Vensel called “Border Rival” Columbus - alas, the story was all too familiar, with Jarry flailing to make even a single save in the shootout.Enjoy this spirited catch-up and hockey chat. The Penguins are probably going to get their asses handed to them tonight when McDavid and the Oilers visit the Paint Can, but there's more hockey this weekend, against far more ‘human' teams. We'll be back with you on Monday morning!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 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:Keeping Up by Blue Dot Sessions

Matt Vensel joins to discuss his take on shower beer (only when he's on vacation), Pens vs Red Wings and Ned in net, injury updates on the blue line, how Dubas might handle the trade deadline, does the NFL need an MVP award for non-QBs, Nutting needs to spend more.

Matt Vensel joins to discuss his take on shower beer (only when he's on vacation), Pens vs Red Wings and Ned in net, injury updates on the blue line, how Dubas might handle the trade deadline, does the NFL need an MVP award for non-QBs, Nutting needs to spend more. Looking at some potential starters for the Pirates - Henry Davis? Can the Steelers stop Burrow? Revisiting Tomlin's comments on team bickering. A call about Pitt football dropping to the MAC and Narduzzi's future. Steelers vs Bengals

Bob and Jason are excited about the college football slate, what changes could be on the horizon for the NCAA, why the Steelers are playing in the Saturday night slot, should Burrow get real MVP consideration and calls on the topic. A bunch of callers chime in on the NFL MVP, Bob and Jason disagree quite a bit - is it Burrow, Lamar, Allen, or Saquon. Finishing the MVP discussion, will Saquon even play on Sunday? Bob shares a Tommy Lasorda story. Mike DeCourcy joins to highlight the changes he'd make to the CFB playoff, if college football should have a commissioner, the timeframe of the CFB schedule and transfer portal, Penn State vs Boise, how far can Pitt MBB go. The Steelers expectations changed after their great start, multiple aspects have been crumbling lately, what is their outlook at QB beyond this season. Calls for Justin Fields as the QB next year, another caller is busy ordering lunch but would bring back Russ.Pomp says putting beer on your scalp helps your hair grow, calls about Fields vs Wilson, the time is now for the Pirates to put talent around Skenes. Is there still untapped potential in Fields? More calls on the Steelers. Pomp names his top 10 Italian restaurants. More Italian talk. Ned will start tonight vs the Red Wings. A call about Ke'bryan Hayes and where he could land. Could Fields see snaps vs Cincy? Matt Vensel joins to discuss his take on shower beer (only when he's on vacation), Pens vs Red Wings and Ned in net, injury updates on the blue line, how Dubas might handle the trade deadline, does the NFL need an MVP award for non-QBs, Nutting needs to spend more. Looking at some potential starters for the Pirates - Henry Davis? Can the Steelers stop Burrow? Revisiting Tomlin's comments on team bickering. A call about Pitt football dropping to the MAC and Narduzzi's future. Steelers vs Bengals

Join the Top Shelf Dusters as they talk about the NHL news, including the Jim Montgomery firing, Quinn Hughes boarding call, PWHL news and rules changes, and finally they are joined by Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette to talk about what happening in Pittsburgh!

Episode 161 of the "New Ice City" podcast reveals why Igor Shesterkin turned down an offer that would have made him the NHL's highest-paid goalie while looking ahead to the start of the Rangers' new season. Plus, Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show to preview the Blueshirts' season-opener against the Penguins and host Vincent Mercogliano discusses final roster decisions involving Adam Edstrom, Victor Mancini, Brennan Othmann and others.

The Big Show with Rusic and Rose is On Demand! On hour 2, George and Matt start the hour talking to Penguins reporter Matt Vensel! The guys discuss Crosby extending to remain a Penguin, Crsby's legcay,  if the Penguin still have a chance of competing, Tristan Jarry's importance and more!(20:48) Later on, Dave Dickenson joins the show! Dave tells us stories about Keon Raymond and Spencer Wilson as they sign one-day contracts to retire as Stampeders, last week's tie against Montreal, the upcoming tilt with the Riders this Friday 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. 

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue, Bucco Roundup, and Matt Vensel at the bottom of the hour to discuss the Penguins' offseason.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List ASK MARK ANYTHING! The Hockey Night Show with guest Matt Vensel

Post-Gazette Penguins insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin give their thoughts on how the team's late-season hot streak and push for an improbably Stanley Cup playoffs berth should inform GM Kyle Dubas' decisions in the offseason. Should Alex Nedeljokovic be brought back as the starting goalie? Does that open the door for a trade of Tristan Jarry? Has Sidney Crosby proven he can still be the foundation of a Cup-contending team with his dominance down the stretch? Have players including Drew O'Connor and Jack St. Ivany established themselves as building blocks for the future? And what are the chances the Penguins get the help they need with Detroit Red Wings and Washington Capitals losses on Tuesday night? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Post-Gazette Penguins insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin give their thoughts on how the team's late-season hot streak and push for an improbably Stanley Cup playoffs berth should inform GM Kyle Dubas' decisions in the offseason. Should Alex Nedeljokovic be brought back as the starting goalie? Does that open the door for a trade of Tristan Jarry? Has Sidney Crosby proven he can still be the foundation of a Cup-contending team with his dominance down the stretch? Have players including Drew O'Connor and Jack St. Ivany established themselves as building blocks for the future? And what are the chances the Penguins get the help they need with Detroit Red Wings and Washington Capitals losses on Tuesday night? Our duo tackles those topics and more.

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin break down the hottest topics around the team. Among them: How has Evgeni Malkin found another gear during the team's recent playoff push? How has Michael Bunting and his aggressive style given the Penguins a much needed jolt of energy? What does it mean for the Penguins to get contributions from players not named Sidney Crosby? And is Alex Nedeljkovic here to stay in the Penguins' net? Our duo discusses those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin break down the hottest topics around the team. Among them: How has Evgeni Malkin found another gear during the team's recent playoff push? How has Michael Bunting and his aggressive style given the Penguins a much needed jolt of energy? What does it mean for the Penguins to get contributions from players not named Sidney Crosby? And is Alex Nedeljkovic here to stay in the Penguins' net? Our duo discusses those topics and more.

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin break down the hottest topics around the team. Among them: Reactions to Jake Guentzel's return to the PPG Paints Arena ice with the Carolina Hurricanes; analysis of the state of the goaltending tandem now that Alex Nedeljkovic has started four consecutive games in place of Tristan Jarry; first impressions of prospect Sam Poulin after he finally received the call to the NHL; and thoughts on Kris Letang after a rotten month for the star defenseman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin break down the hottest topics around the team. Among them: Reactions to Jake Guentzel's return to the PPG Paints Arena ice with the Carolina Hurricanes; analysis of the state of the goaltending tandem now that Alex Nedeljkovic has started four consecutive games in place of Tristan Jarry; first impressions of prospect Sam Poulin after he finally received the call to the NHL; and thoughts on Kris Letang after a rotten month for the star defenseman.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Ask Mark Anything The Hockey Night Show, Mark is joined by Matt Vensel

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel ponder what GM Kyle Dubas can learn about his team in its remaining games this season now that Stanley Cup playoff hopes look slim. Which prospects could get promoted from the minors for looks at the NHL level? Which have a chance to stick on the roster alongside stars like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson? Will 2019 draft pick Sam Poulin finally get a chance? And to what degree will coach Mike Sullivan focus on continuing to win games? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel ponder what GM Kyle Dubas can learn about his team in its remaining games this season now that Stanley Cup playoff hopes look slim. Which prospects could get promoted from the minors for looks at the NHL level? Which have a chance to stick on the roster alongside stars like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson? Will 2019 draft pick Sam Poulin finally get a chance? And to what degree will coach Mike Sullivan focus on continuing to win games?

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel analyze the team's chances to make the Stanley Cup playoffs. Are Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang Erik Karlsson and Co. a real threat to steal a wild-card spot now that they've pulled within five points? Or will the loss of Jake Guentzel at the NHL trade deadline and a recent spate of bad defensive play be too much to overcome? What kind of impact is Michael Bunting having on the race after joining the team in the Guentzel trade? And will top prospect Sam Poulin be promoted from the minor leagues any time soon? Our duo tackles those topics and more.

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel analyze the team's chances to make the Stanley Cup playoffs. Are Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang Erik Karlsson and Co. a real threat to steal a wild-card spot now that they've pulled within five points? Or will the loss of Jake Guentzel at the NHL trade deadline and a recent spate of bad defensive play be too much to overcome? What kind of impact is Michael Bunting having on the race after joining the team in the Guentzel trade? And will top prospect Sam Poulin be promoted from the minor leagues any time soon? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Post-Gazette Penguins insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin join to discuss the team's trade deadline moves. Was the Jake Guentzel return from the Carolina Hurricanes underwhelming? What can Michael Bunting do for the Penguins and their struggling power play? Is the Chad Ruhwedel trade significant? What can we learn from the moves Kyle Dubas didn't make? And what do all of these moves say about Sidney Crosby and the future of the franchise? Our duo discusses those topics and more.

Post-Gazette Penguins insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin join to discuss the team's trade deadline moves. Was the Jake Guentzel return from the Carolina Hurricanes underwhelming? What can Michael Bunting do for the Penguins and their struggling power play? Is the Chad Ruhwedel trade significant? What can we learn from the moves Kyle Dubas didn't make? And what do all of these moves say about Sidney Crosby and the future of the franchise? Our duo discusses those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly hockey podcast, Post-Gazette Penguins insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel recap GM Kyle Dubas' comments amid the team's recent losing skid. What does the future hold for trade candidates including Jake Guentzel if the on-ice situation doesn't improve? Why shouldn't fans expect big changes with core players including Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang as well as coach Mike Sullivan? And why is it a priority for Dubas to make the team younger ahead of the NHL trade deadline? Our duo tackles those topics and more.

On their weekly hockey podcast, Post-Gazette Penguins insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel recap GM Kyle Dubas' comments amid the team's recent losing skid. What does the future hold for trade candidates including Jake Guentzel if the on-ice situation doesn't improve? Why shouldn't fans expect big changes with core players including Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang as well as coach Mike Sullivan? And why is it a priority for Dubas to make the team younger ahead of the NHL trade deadline? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Mark starts the second hour talking Kelce bumping into Andy Reid. Matt Vensel joins the show for Penguins talk

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel discuss a costly week for the team that included damaging losses against the Minnesota Wild and Winnipeg Jets. Are this club's Stanley Cup playoff hopes now in serious jeopardy? And what do they need to do to get back in the Metropolitan Division and Eastern Conference mix? Our duo tackles those topics as well as Evgeni Malkin's recent struggles and what injuries could have to do with them; Kris Letang's early departure from a recent practice; and the upcoming retirement of team legend Jaromir Jagr's No. 68 jersey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel discuss a costly week for the team that included damaging losses against the Minnesota Wild and Winnipeg Jets. Are this club's Stanley Cup playoff hopes now in serious jeopardy? And what do they need to do to get back in the Metropolitan Division and Eastern Conference mix? Our duo tackles those topics as well as Evgeni Malkin's recent struggles and what injuries could have to do with them; Kris Letang's early departure from a recent practice; and the upcoming retirement of team legend Jaromir Jagr's No. 68 jersey.

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel reflect on an eventful NHL All-Star weekend for captain Sidney Crosby. How did he look skating with All-Star teammates Nate MacKinnon, Cale Makar and others? And can he keep up his elite production in the second half of the season? They also analyze potential difference makers on the roster: Could Reilly Smith be one in his return from injury? What about Jesse Puljujarvi after signing a two-year contract with the club over the weekend? And they check in on former goalie Patrick Lalime as part of the "Where Yinz Now" series. 

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel reflect on an eventful NHL All-Star weekend for captain Sidney Crosby. How did he look skating with All-Star teammates Nate MacKinnon, Cale Makar and others? And can he keep up his elite production in the second half of the season?  They also analyze potential difference makers on the roster: Could Reilly Smith be one in his return from injury? What about Jesse Puljujarvi after signing a two-year contract with the club over the weekend? And they check in on former goalie Patrick Lalime as part of the "Where Yinz Now" series.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin analyze a trying week for the team that included an embarrassing own-goal by Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin in a loss at Arizona. What has to change for this team to make the Stanley Cup playoffs? Will GM Kyle Dubas make a decision about buying or selling at the NHL trade deadline by the All-Star break? And what can coach Mike Sullivan do to get Malkin back on track? Our duo tackles those topics and more.

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin analyze a trying week for the team that included an embarrassing own-goal by Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin in a loss at Arizona. What has to change for this team to make the Stanley Cup playoffs? Will GM Kyle Dubas make a decision about buying or selling at the NHL trade deadline by the All-Star break? And what can coach Mike Sullivan do to get Malkin back on track? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel analyze midseason decisions looming for general manager Kyle Dubas. Will the team hold onto to Jake Guentzel, who's in the final year of his contract? Or could he be dealt to bring some talent to the roster? What are the team's biggest needs ahead of the trade deadline? And are they on track to be buyers or sellers? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel analyze midseason decisions looming for general manager Kyle Dubas. Will the team hold onto to Jake Guentzel, who's in the final year of his contract? Or could he be dealt to bring some talent to the roster? What are the team's biggest needs ahead of the trade deadline? And are they on track to be buyers or sellers? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel discuss Matt's midseason report card for the team. Why did players including Sidney Crosby and Jake Guentzel gets A's? Why have blue liners including Ryan Graves and Pierre-Olivier Joseph marked as disappointments? How did goalies Tristan Jarry and Alex Nedeljkovic fare? And what have the team's biggest surprises been so far? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel discuss Matt's midseason report card for the team. Why did players including Sidney Crosby and Jake Guentzel gets A's? Why have blue liners including Ryan Graves and Pierre-Olivier Joseph marked as disappointments? How did goalies Tristan Jarry and Alex Nedeljkovic fare? And what have the team's biggest surprises been so far? Our duo tackles those questions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin analyze some hot topics around the team. Among them: What worked for the team in December as it closed 2023 on a hot streak? Is the goalie situation more of a tandem now with Tristan Jarry and Alex Nedeljkovic? What is Jake Guentzel's future in Pittsburgh after he offered little clarity in an interview with SiriusXM? And how will coach Mike Sullivan and general manager Kyle Dubas handle Ryan Graves' slow start after giving him a lucrative free agent contract in the offseason?

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Matt Vensel and Andrew Destin analyze some hot topics around the team. Among them: What worked for the team in December as it closed 2023 on a hot streak? Is the goalie situation more of a tandem now with Tristan Jarry and Alex Nedeljkovic? What is Jake Guentzel's future in Pittsburgh after he offered little clarity in an interview with SiriusXM? And how will coach Mike Sullivan and general manager Kyle Dubas handle Ryan Graves' slow start after giving him a lucrative free agent contract in the offseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel break down hot topics around the team. How has Sidney Crosby's new role on the left flank helped the power play? What should we make of Valtteri Puustinen's first extended look in the NHL? And should we be concerned about Ryan Graves' slow start? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel break down hot topics around the team. How has Sidney Crosby's new role on the left flank helped the power play? What should we make of Valtteri Puustinen's first extended look in the NHL? And should we be concerned about Ryan Graves' slow start? Our duo tackles those topics and more.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List ASK MARK ANYTHING! Matt Vensel joins the show to kick off the Hockey Night Show

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel discuss Matt's exclusive interview with Tom Werner, chairman of the Fenway Sports Group that owns the team. What were his thoughts on roster construction as the team has struggled this season around big names like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson? How involved is FSG in day to day management of hockey operations? And how much confidence does ownership have in general manager Kyle Dubas as he looks to correct mistakes made by previous GM Ron Hextall? Our duo tackles those topics and more.

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel discuss Matt's exclusive interview with Tom Werner, chairman of the Fenway Sports Group that owns the team. What were his thoughts on roster construction as the team has struggled this season around big names like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson? How involved is FSG in day to day management of hockey operations? And how much confidence does ownership have in general manager Kyle Dubas as he looks to correct mistakes made by previous GM Ron Hextall? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel analyze a power play unit that continues to struggle. Can the addition of defenseman Kris Letang make a difference? Why hasn't general manager Kyle Dubas been able to find more depth with his variety of roster moves lately? And why is a team that includes Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin struggling to hold third-period leads? Our duo tackles those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On their weekly Penguins podcast, Post-Gazette insiders Andrew Destin and Matt Vensel analyze a power play unit that continues to struggle. Can the addition of defenseman Kris Letang make a difference? Why hasn't general manager Kyle Dubas been able to find more depth with his variety of roster moves lately? And why is a team that includes Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin struggling to hold third-period leads? Our duo tackles those topics and more.