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On his weekly Saturday Conversations podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes SportsNet Pittsburgh analyst and former Pirates pitcher Steven Brault to discuss the team's slow start. What it an MLB clubhouse like when a team gets off on the wrong foot? Where do the Pirates most need to improve under manager Derek Shelton? And what can they learn from the evolution of Oneil Cruz into a dangerous hitter. And the maturity Paul Skenes has shown in leading the pitching staff? Our duo tackles those topics, then Jason learns how Brault got started in broadcasting and what his hopes are for his career in that field.

On this special episode of North Shore Nine, we're joined by SportsNet Pittsburgh sideline reporter Hannah Mears for an in-depth look at the latest buzz surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates. We break down the concerning news about Jared Jones' elbow soreness and his decision to seek a second opinion — a storyline that could shake up the 2025 starting rotation. Hannah brings exclusive behind-the-scenes insight straight from spring training, sharing what she's hearing from players and coaches, plus the latest on clubhouse dynamics, emerging leaders, and spring standouts. She also opens up about her favorite on-field moments, player personalities, and what life is really like reporting from the sidelines. 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.myspreadshop.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 ►BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/northshorenine.bsky.social

Pirates 2024 1st round pick Konnor Griffin joined the show. Konnor said he played 3 sports in high school – football and basketball along with baseball. Konnor said he had a love for all 3 sports, but baseball ultimately won out. What positions did Konnor play in football and hoops? Konnor comped himself to DK Metcalf as a football player. Konnor talked about what gets his body in game shape. Konnor said Henry Davis is often the first guy in the room every day. Konnor said Ronald Acuna, who is 27-years-old, is the player he watched the most growing up. Former Pirates pitcher, turned broadcaster Matt Capps joined the show. He told some stories about living with Nyjer Morgan during their time in Pittsburgh. Capper can't believe that Chris has never had Taco Bell. What was the Capps cheat meal and what was on the strict diet when he was playing? Matt said he was starving last night and got some pizza and wings after the game. Matt was talking about some of his best friends during his playing days in Pittsburgh. The guys asked Matt about getting in the mindset of being a closer and the difficulties it can bring to waiting all game to pitch. Matt talked about road ballparks and nastiest fans he dealt with. SportsNet Pittsburgh in-game host Hannah Mears joined the show. Poni called out Hannah for thinking Drew Allar will be a good NFL QB. Hannah said she does still have a love for Penn State football. Hannah talked about her love for sports and how she got the kick to be a broadcaster. Hannah is missed producing the Nightly Sports Call because our guy Rich Walsh needs reigned in. The guys asked Hannah and Donny about high school rivalries in Westmoreland County – both agreed that they hated Hempfield. The guys asked Hannah about her dad getting her into sports.

The FAN Morning Show hits its final hour of the day with Ben Ennis & Brent Gunning mostly looking around the NHL. The hosting duo first follow-up on their conversation about if and how the National Hockey League is different from other organizations when handling player injuries and negative news. B&B enlist the help of a couple ex-pros to get their take on what's been happening around the NHL. First up is Jason Demers, former D-Man & now NHL Network analyst. (10:40) JD Love weighs in on learning the latest on the Leafs' Captain Auston Matthews going to Germany to get some injury help, the Bruins season so far that culminated yesterday in the first head coach firing of the season at Jim Montgomery's expense as well as looking at Team Canada's goaltending situation and who his pick would be. Next man up is Colby Armstrong of Sportsnet, Sportsnet Pittsburgh and Spittin' Chiclets. (27:27) ArmDog who will be on the broadcast tonight of TML v VGK helps preview the match; dives into how the Matthews injury has been handled publicly and if PR has changed much since his playing days in the League. The trio also take some time to discuss the Penguins and how times are rough now in Pittsburgh; how tough it is to watch Sidney Crosby deal with their shortcomings in the twilight of his career. Is there any way out of it? Hear what Army who knows the team well thinks. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

On this week's episode the NEC's Craig D'Amico talks with LIU quarterback Ethan Greenwood and wide receiver Michael Love. The two Sharks talk about LIU's multi-faceted offense, how they fell in love with the game of football, and what drew them to LIU. D'Amico also runs over the week 8 results, tells us his top three stars of the week, and previews the week 9 schedule. LIU hosts Central Connecticut on Saturday October 26th at 12 pm. The game can be watched on ESPN+, NEC Front Row, NESN 360, SportsNet Pittsburgh, and YES.

Craig is joined once again by former Pirates player and current analyst for SportsNet Pittsburgh, John "Rock" Wehner, to help him talk through his current frustrations with the team.  Craig Toth previously covered the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, but now simply sits down at the 9-foot homemade oak bar every week to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. We are "For Fans, By Fans & All Pirates Talk." THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

Michael doesn't think Josh Bell fits in a return as either a first baseman or DH. The Pirates are prioritizing defense over offense. He thinks Michael A. Taylor might have figured some things out.

Michael wants to see Bart, Davis, and Endy all on the team and pointed to Endy as a great bat in the minors two years ago while playing 1st, 2nd, and the outfield as well as catcher. He expects Skenes to pitch similarly as Mitch Keller did Monday.

Craig welcomes back John "Rock" Wehner-former Pirates Player and current color analyst for SportsNet Pittsburgh-to discuss the teams consistently inconsistent performances, how they can improve, the difficulties they have faced throughout the season, and making a push for the wild card.  Bought to you by VOUCH. Visit the Bucs In The Basement VOUCH Store to support great small businesses vouched for by us! Craig Toth previously covered the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, but now simply joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar every week to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. We are "For Fans, By Fans & All Pirates Talk." THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!  

What happens when a talented pitcher balances his love for baseball and music? Join us as we uncover the fascinating journey of Steven Brault, a former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher and current Sportsnet Pittsburgh analyst, at Burn by Rocky Patel near PNC Park. With co-host Michael McKenry, we explore Steven's unique personality, his gratitude for Michael's mentorship, and the camaraderie they've built. Steven walks us through his Southern California roots, his enduring loyalty to the San Diego Padres, and his journey from being drafted by the Baltimore Orioles out of Regis University to his career with the Pirates.Experience the nostalgic highs and gritty lows of the minor league grind as Steven recounts his path from a Division II college to the professional leagues, all while nurturing his passion for music. He opens up about the life-changing advice from his father and music director, the excitement and nerve-wracking moments of draft day, and the dedication required to rise through the ranks. Steven's vivid recollections bring to life the experiences and challenges of minor league life, painting a picture of long bus rides, subpar accommodations, and the undying passion that fuels baseball dreams.Finally, we explore the evolution of baseball training, the impact of analytics, and the ongoing debate over the replay system and safety rules. Steven shares candid insights into the pressures of maintaining peak performance and the influence of advanced technology on the game. We reminisce about the blend of old-school and new-school baseball, celebrate the sport's human elements, and tease future discussions on Steven's singing talents and tattoos. Don't miss this engaging episode filled with personal stories, baseball nostalgia, and thought-provoking conversations.THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!!!!www.holdmycutter.com

Bailey Falter gets hit hard on one third of the plate and needs to throw more sinkers to lefties. He needs to avoid flattening out his pitches.

Hour four with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise. Pirates analyst Michael McKenry of SportsNet Pittsburgh joined the show. Bailey Falter gets hit hard on one third of the plate and needs to throw many sinkers to lefties. He needs to avoid flattening out his pitches. The league is punching back at Jared Jones. Texts in the city.

A preview of Gold and Blue Nation's upcoming special documentary episode of The WVU Coaches Show, chronicling the career of coach Randy Mazey. "Mazey: One of a Kind" airs this weekend on SportsNet Pittsburgh and Nexstar TV stations in West Virginia.

Blake Murphy is joined by Keegan Matheson of MLB.com to discuss Toronto's freshly unveiled City Connect jerseys, Alek Manoah's injury and the state of the starting rotation. Next up, Hannah Mears of SportsNet Pittsburgh shares the latest on Paul Skenes and the Pittsburgh Pirates (30:36). Later on, Blue Jays front office member Marnie Starkman details the intricacies of the new City Connect jerseys (49:45). In the final segment, Bob Kendrick, President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, discusses the significance of statistics from the Negro Leagues getting added to the MLB history books (01:15:00). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey and Paul Zeise: Pirates analyst on Sportsnet Pittsburgh Michael McKenry joined the show. Michael compared Jared Jones to Spencer Strider (Braves) but said there is no comp for Paul Skenes. We hear what Justin Fields had to say about joining the Steelers and him saying he doesn't want to sit all season.

Craig is joined once again by John "Rock" Wehner-former Pirates player and current color analyst at SportsNet Pittsburgh-to discuss the players that could come up from Indianapolis, who they could replace, a couple of guys that have added a spark to the ballclub, the balance of defense versus offense in the lineup, and the pitching core that has been carrying that has been carrying the team all season, especially with the addition of Paul Skenes.  Bought to you by VOUCH. Visit the Bucs In The Basement VOUCH Store to support great small businesses vouched for by us! Craig Toth previously covered the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, but now simply joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar every week to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. We are "For Fans, By Fans & All Pirates Talk." THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!  

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes former Pirates catcher and Sportsnet Pittsburgh analyst Michael McKenry to react to the controversial call involving Cody Bellinger and Joey Bart at home plate against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday at Wrigley Field. What did Michael think of the call as a former catcher? And did it remind him of umpire Jerry Meals' missed call at home plate in Atlanta in 2011, one that proved pivotal in the club's season? Our duo tackles those topics, then takes a wider lens on issue around the team. Is the recent rotation success of Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Bailey Falter and Mitch Keller built to last? How has Michael been helping Andrew McCutchen lately? And what kind of challenges do recent struggles from Rowdy Tellez pose for manager Derek Shelton in making lineup decisions? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes former Pirates catcher and Sportsnet Pittsburgh analyst Michael McKenry to react to the controversial call involving Cody Bellinger and Joey Bart at home plate against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday at Wrigley Field. What did Michael think of the call as a former catcher? And did it remind him of umpire Jerry Meals' missed call at home plate in Atlanta in 2011, one that proved pivotal in the club's season?Our duo tackles those topics, then takes a wider lens on issue around the team. Is the recent rotation success of Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Bailey Falter and Mitch Keller built to last? How has Michael been helping Andrew McCutchen lately? And what kind of challenges do recent struggles from Rowdy Tellez pose for manager Derek Shelton in making lineup decisions?

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes former Pirates catcher and Sportsnet Pittsburgh analyst Michael McKenry to react to the controversial call involving Cody Bellinger and Joey Bart at home plate against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday at Wrigley Field. What did Michael think of the call as a former catcher? And did it remind him of umpire Jerry Meals' missed call at home plate in Atlanta in 2011, one that proved pivotal in the club's season? Our duo tackles those topics, then takes a wider lens on issue around the team. Is the recent rotation success of Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Bailey Falter and Mitch Keller built to last? How has Michael been helping Andrew McCutchen lately? And what kind of challenges do recent struggles from Rowdy Tellez pose for manager Derek Shelton in making lineup decisions? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey welcomes former Pirates catcher and Sportsnet Pittsburgh analyst Michael McKenry to react to the controversial call involving Cody Bellinger and Joey Bart at home plate against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday at Wrigley Field. What did Michael think of the call as a former catcher? And did it remind him of umpire Jerry Meals' missed call at home plate in Atlanta in 2011, one that proved pivotal in the club's season?Our duo tackles those topics, then takes a wider lens on issue around the team. Is the recent rotation success of Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Bailey Falter and Mitch Keller built to last? How has Michael been helping Andrew McCutchen lately? And what kind of challenges do recent struggles from Rowdy Tellez pose for manager Derek Shelton in making lineup decisions?

(Hour 3 with Joe Starkey, Paul Ziese, and Bob Pompeani) A Bob Pompeani Showdown! The Penguins, Pirates, and more as Joe and Paul battle it out in the showdown.  Bill Belichick has a personality? The guys discuss his appearance on the Pat McAfee Show and the stories he told. Sportsnet Pittsburgh has a new streaming package out, how much has TV changed over the years from Cable TV to Streaming?

(4-29 Joe Show full episode with Joe Starkey, Paul Zeise, and Bob Pompeani) We begin with the Steelers overall draft. Joe says this is his favorite Steelers draft that he can remember. Paul says there is some nastiness that they brought in that reminded him of the old Steelers. Joe loves the Payton Wilson pick even though he has some injury concerns. Will Caleb McCormick start this year? Favorite picks of theirs include Roman Wilson and Zach Fraizer. Bob says that all the quarterbacks taken helped the Steelers a lot in how the board fell to them in round one. Paul says this was a "meat and potatoes" draft. Has Bob ever been in a fight? Bob has not and says he tries to avoid physical conflict at all costs.  Rhett Lewis of NFL Network says that Payton Wilson will win Defensive Rookie of the Year and Roman Wilson will win Offensive Rookie of the Year. Bob says it will be hard for Roman to win with how many quarterbacks that were drafted to win the award. What else do the Steelers need to focus on? The panel agrees corner and defensive tackle are still positions of weakness. Is bringing back Cam Sutton a good idea?  Reviewing local golf courses and what ones the guys have been on or would like to get on to. A dive into what teams other than the Steelers in the AFC North have done in the draft. Paul thinks that even though the Ravens lost a lot, they are still the team to beat. Joe believes the Bengals are the new team to beat in division. Pending the resolving issues of Tee Higgins and Tre Hendrickson, he thinks the arrow for them is way up. The panel agrees the Browns are on the way down as the Deshaun Watson trade continues to cement itself as one of the worst trades in NFL history.  The show comes back and Joe is alone. Bob returns and tells Joe that he will never be able to call in to his show on Saturdays again. There is a "plan in place" by Joe to get around it. Switching over to the Michael Penix pick by the Falcons. What were they thinking? Which of the quarterbacks taken this year will still be on their team in 2026? Buffalo traded out of the first round pick with the Chiefs, the one team they cannot beat. What in the world were they thinking? A Bob Pompeani Showdown! The Penguins, Pirates, and more as Joe and Paul battle it out in the showdown.  Bill Belichick has a personality? The guys discuss his appearance on the Pat McAfee Show and the stories he told. Sportsnet Pittsburgh has a new streaming package out, how much has TV changed over the years from Cable TV to Streaming? The NFL wants 18 games. Is it possible the NFL goes to 19 or even 20 games at one point? A look forward at what quarterbacks the Steelers will be facing at Acrisure Stadium later this year. Texts in the City!

Josh joins Steve to discuss his first year as the Pens play-by-play guy on SportsNet Pittsburgh. They talk the Pens playoff chances even after their recent hot run. They talk Sydney Crosby's greatness besides his offensive play. Some names to watch since the Jake Guentzel trade. Kris LeTang's improvement and the Pens' goaltending issues.

Craig is joined by John "Rock" Wehner"-Pirates Color Analyst from SportsNet Pittsburgh- to talk about the different attributes each player brings to Spring Training, how a clubhouse gels together, the ins and outs of position battles, players reactions to outside noise and his most memorable moments from the first 19 years in the broadcast booth.  Brought to you by ShopYinzz.com! Craig Toth previously covered the Pirates for Inside The Bucs Basement, but now simply joins his buddy Chris at a 9-foot homemade oak bar every week to talk Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball. Listen. Subscribe. Share. We are "For Fans, By Fans & All Pirates Talk." THE Pirates Fan Podcast found EVERYWHERE podcasts can be found and always at BucsInTheBasement.com!

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Second hour of the Mark Madden Show Mark brings in Jay Caufield of Sportsnet Pittsburgh to talk about and commemorate Mario Lemieux's famous comeback game.

Jay joins us for all things Penguins hockey as they got it done last night against the Wild. What's been the difference lately? We talk about the powerplay, Mike Sullivan's reign and more. 

With the Pirates officially joining Sportsnet Pittsburgh, one hurdle is cleared but a number of questions still remain as trades/signings haven't matched expectations thus far this offseason. Hear all about it on this week's episode!

In his weekly YouTube appearance, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to analyze the Steelers' quarterback situation going into 2024. Should they consider trying to draft Heisman Trophy-winning LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels if he's available, as P-G sports columnist Joe Starkey and CBS Sports' Emory Jones have suggested? Should they be in on Justin Fields if the Chicago Bears look to move him in anticipation of drafting Caleb Williams or Drake Maye? Does Kenny Pickett deserve another year to prove himself in an offense not led by fired coordinator Matt Canada? And could veterans like Kirk Cousins or Jameis Winston make sense as backups who could become starters if Pickett struggles? Our duo tackles those topics, then gets into some Pirates and college football talk. Is the club's new TV deal with SportsNet Pittsburgh a good one? What should we make of the trade for pitcher Marco Gonzales and the signing of first baseman Rowdy Tellez? And are Pitt and Penn State better off with the hiring of offensive coordinators Kade Bell and Andy Kotelnicki, respectively? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In his weekly YouTube appearance, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to analyze the Steelers' quarterback situation going into 2024. Should they consider trying to draft Heisman Trophy-winning LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels if he's available, as P-G sports columnist Joe Starkey and CBS Sports' Emory Jones have suggested? Should they be in on Justin Fields if the Chicago Bears look to move him in anticipation of drafting Caleb Williams or Drake Maye? Does Kenny Pickett deserve another year to prove himself in an offense not led by fired coordinator Matt Canada? And could veterans like Kirk Cousins or Jameis Winston make sense as backups who could become starters if Pickett struggles? Our duo tackles those topics, then gets into some Pirates and college football talk. Is the club's new TV deal with SportsNet Pittsburgh a good one? What should we make of the trade for pitcher Marco Gonzales and the signing of first baseman Rowdy Tellez? And are Pitt and Penn State better off with the hiring of offensive coordinators Kade Bell and Andy Kotelnicki, respectively?

It's been a busy past 24 hours for the Pittsburgh Pirates but maybe not quite in the way most fans would have hoped for. First, the Pirates made their first MLB Free Agent move last night by signing 1B/DH Rowdy Tellez for a 1-year $3.2 million deal. Secondly, almost right after the news broke that Rowdy signed, it was reported then confirmed that Endy Rodriguez underwent Tommy John Surgery to repair a torn UCL he injured while playing Winter Ball this offseason. Lastly, the Pirates finally resolved their TV situation and have officially decided to fade the MLB pathway and instead have become joint owners of SportsNet Pittsburgh with the Pittsburgh Penguins. What exactly does this mean? Well, let's dissect it a bit. LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myspreadshop.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: https://jadedpiratesfanns9.substack.com ►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/3HVYPg54m

In his weekly YouTube appearance, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to analyze the Steelers' quarterback situation going into 2024. Should they consider trying to draft Heisman Trophy-winning LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels if he's available, as P-G sports columnist Joe Starkey and CBS Sports' Emory Jones have suggested? Should they be in on Justin Fields if the Chicago Bears look to move him in anticipation of drafting Caleb Williams or Drake Maye? Does Kenny Pickett deserve another year to prove himself in an offense not led by fired coordinator Matt Canada? And could veterans like Kirk Cousins or Jameis Winston make sense as backups who could become starters if Pickett struggles? Our duo tackles those topics, then gets into some Pirates and college football talk. Is the club's new TV deal with SportsNet Pittsburgh a good one? What should we make of the trade for pitcher Marco Gonzales and the signing of first baseman Rowdy Tellez? And are Pitt and Penn State better off with the hiring of offensive coordinators Kade Bell and Andy Kotelnicki, respectively? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In his weekly YouTube appearance, Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise joins host Adam Bittner to analyze the Steelers' quarterback situation going into 2024. Should they consider trying to draft Heisman Trophy-winning LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels if he's available, as P-G sports columnist Joe Starkey and CBS Sports' Emory Jones have suggested? Should they be in on Justin Fields if the Chicago Bears look to move him in anticipation of drafting Caleb Williams or Drake Maye? Does Kenny Pickett deserve another year to prove himself in an offense not led by fired coordinator Matt Canada? And could veterans like Kirk Cousins or Jameis Winston make sense as backups who could become starters if Pickett struggles? Our duo tackles those topics, then gets into some Pirates and college football talk. Is the club's new TV deal with SportsNet Pittsburgh a good one? What should we make of the trade for pitcher Marco Gonzales and the signing of first baseman Rowdy Tellez? And are Pitt and Penn State better off with the hiring of offensive coordinators Kade Bell and Andy Kotelnicki, respectively?

On a special Pirates podcast, Post-Gazette insider Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to analyze a wave of breaking news from the club. What should we make of the new television deal with SportsNet Pittsburgh and he partnership with the Penguins and Boston Red Sox by extension? Could a new streaming option for both the Pirates and Penguins offset some revenue lost on the cable side? What details did team president Travis Williams share about the deal? And did the Pirates give anything up by passing on using MLB's distribution model? Later, our duo analyzes catcher Endy Rodriguez's injury that will cost him the entire 2024 season. Did the club err in allowing him to play winter ball, putting him in a position to get injured in the first place? What is the plan at catcher now that Rodriguez is injured? Is former No. 1 overall pick Henry Davis prepared to carry the load? And what happens if he's not? Our duo tackles those questions and wraps with some analysis of the Rowdy Tellez signing at first base in MLB free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a special Pirates podcast, Post-Gazette insider Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to analyze a wave of breaking news from the club. What should we make of the new television deal with SportsNet Pittsburgh and he partnership with the Penguins and Boston Red Sox by extension? Could a new streaming option for both the Pirates and Penguins offset some revenue lost on the cable side? What details did team president Travis Williams share about the deal? And did the Pirates give anything up by passing on using MLB's distribution model? Later, our duo analyzes catcher Endy Rodriguez's injury that will cost him the entire 2024 season. Did the club err in allowing him to play winter ball, putting him in a position to get injured in the first place? What is the plan at catcher now that Rodriguez is injured? Is former No. 1 overall pick Henry Davis prepared to carry the load? And what happens if he's not? Our duo tackles those questions and wraps with some analysis of the Rowdy Tellez signing at first base in MLB free agency.

Jason joins us after a busy 24 hours in Pirates news with the Rowdy Tellez signing, the new deal with Sportsnet Pittsburgh and the disastrous news of Endy Rodriguez being lost for the upcoming season. 

Some notable Pirates news to start the show – the team has signed Rowdy Tellez to a 1-year deal and also struck a new TV deal to join the Penguins on SportsNet Pittsburgh. But there is bad news – Endy Rodriguez is out for the season and in need of elbow surgery. 

Some notable Pirates news to start the show – the team has signed Rowdy Tellez to a 1-year deal and also struck a new TV deal to join the Penguins on SportsNet Pittsburgh. But there is bad news – Endy Rodriguez is out for the season and in need of elbow surgery.  Why does it seem like Henry Davis having to catch is a true last resort situation when the guy was drafted 1st overall a few years ago? Jason Mackey noted that it will likely mean more Jason Delay behind the plate, but the organization might have to accept the fact that Davis might have shortcomings defensively if it means his bat is in the lineup. And why was Endy Rodriguez playing winter ball anyway?  Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. Tyler talked about the Penguins finally breaking through on the power play. Tyler thinks Sidney Crosby will be able to will this team to the playoffs with 2/3 of the season remaining. He can't see a team with a healthy Crosby could possibly miss the playoffs 2 straight seasons. TK thinks the Penguins missing the playoffs again would result in them blowing things up in the off-season. The guys asked Tyler which Canadian cities were his favorite as a player. 

Tons of news came our way Tuesday.The biggest came internally on the roster as young, up and coming catcher Endy Rodriguez is slated to have UCL surgery and will miss the entirety of the 2024 season. Pair that with the Johan Oviedo news we received earlier this off-season, and it may be time to evaluate the Pirates goals differently for next season.Along with that, the Pirates made another signing, bringing in Rowdy Tellez on a major league deal. Tellez's performance in 2023 left much to be desired, but if he can rekindle some of his 2022 form, did the Pirates find a cost effective diamond in the rough?Finally, it was announced Wednesday that the Pirates will now be apart of SportsNet Pittsburgh alongside the Pittsburgh Penguins. What does this mean moving forward and what dots need connected to fully understand the way we'll watch the Pirates short-term?Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tons of news came our way Tuesday. The biggest came internally on the roster as young, up and coming catcher Endy Rodriguez is slated to have UCL surgery and will miss the entirety of the 2024 season. Pair that with the Johan Oviedo news we received earlier this off-season, and it may be time to evaluate the Pirates goals differently for next season. Along with that, the Pirates made another signing, bringing in Rowdy Tellez on a major league deal. Tellez's performance in 2023 left much to be desired, but if he can rekindle some of his 2022 form, did the Pirates find a cost effective diamond in the rough? Finally, it was announced Wednesday that the Pirates will now be apart of SportsNet Pittsburgh alongside the Pittsburgh Penguins. What does this mean moving forward and what dots need connected to fully understand the way we'll watch the Pirates short-term? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Score early this NFL season with FanDuel, America's Number One Sportsbook! Right now, NEW customers get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS with any winning FIVE DOLLAR MONEYLINE BET! That's A HUNDRED AND FIFTY BUCKS – if your team wins! Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a special Pirates podcast, Post-Gazette insider Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to analyze a wave of breaking news from the club. What should we make of the new television deal with SportsNet Pittsburgh and he partnership with the Penguins and Boston Red Sox by extension? Could a new streaming option for both the Pirates and Penguins offset some revenue lost on the cable side? What details did team president Travis Williams share about the deal? And did the Pirates give anything up by passing on using MLB's distribution model? Later, our duo analyzes catcher Endy Rodriguez's injury that will cost him the entire 2024 season. Did the club err in allowing him to play winter ball, putting him in a position to get injured in the first place? What is the plan at catcher now that Rodriguez is injured? Is former No. 1 overall pick Henry Davis prepared to carry the load? And what happens if he's not? Our duo tackles those questions and wraps with some analysis of the Rowdy Tellez signing at first base in MLB free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a special Pirates podcast, Post-Gazette insider Jason Mackey joins host Adam Bittner to analyze a wave of breaking news from the club. What should we make of the new television deal with SportsNet Pittsburgh and he partnership with the Penguins and Boston Red Sox by extension? Could a new streaming option for both the Pirates and Penguins offset some revenue lost on the cable side? What details did team president Travis Williams share about the deal? And did the Pirates give anything up by passing on using MLB's distribution model? Later, our duo analyzes catcher Endy Rodriguez's injury that will cost him the entire 2024 season. Did the club err in allowing him to play winter ball, putting him in a position to get injured in the first place? What is the plan at catcher now that Rodriguez is injured? Is former No. 1 overall pick Henry Davis prepared to carry the load? And what happens if he's not? Our duo tackles those questions and wraps with some analysis of the Rowdy Tellez signing at first base in MLB free agency.

Jay joins us for some hockey talk as we react to the continual struggling Penguins powerplay, review their place in the Eastern Conference and talk about what can be done to fix things. 

Jay joins us for all things hockey and the Penguins after another one-goal loss to the Flyers. What is the fix for this putrid powerplay? Will they turn things around?  

Are the Penguins more than just the fringe Wild Card team they've looked like so far this season? We get Jay's thoughts on that and why he thinks they could be capable of more. 

Jay joins us for some hockey talk as the Pens prepare for the Rangers at home tonight. Hear what he says about the injuries at play now, the powerplay and more. 

Jay joins us for all things Penguins hockey as the team is on a roll right now. He also talks about being a teammate of Tom Barrasso's and Jaromir Jagr's and what they were like to be around and play alongside. 

Jay joins us for some hockey talk ahead of the Penguins taking on the Ducks tonight in Anaheim. Hear what he says about the top two lines, the powerplay, Jeff Carter and more. 

Jay joins us after that debacle last night to talk about Tristan Jarry's performance, the bottom six, where the Penguins go from here and more. 

Jay joins us to talk some hockey ahead of the Penguins matchup with the Stars tonight and what this team is capable of moving forward. 

On the latest episode of the Pitching In podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Jason Mackey and TV analyst Michael McKenry discuss the hottest topics around the club and MLB at large. Among them: What should we make of the MLB postseason so far, with top seeds like the Los Angeles Dodgers losing and teams like the Philadelphia Phillies and Texas Rangers dominating? Does the Pirates' Ke'Bryan Hayes deserve to finally win a Gold Glove after years of stellar defensive efforts? What is the future of Pirates TV broadcasts now that Sportsnet Pittsburgh has replaced AT&T Sportsnet? And could former Pirates general manager Neal Huntington be a candidate to take on the same role in Boston? our duo tackles those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the latest episode of the Pitching In podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Jason Mackey and TV analyst Michael McKenry discuss the hottest topics around the club and MLB at large. Among them: What should we make of the MLB postseason so far, with top seeds like the Los Angeles Dodgers losing and teams like the Philadelphia Phillies and Texas Rangers dominating? Does the Pirates' Ke'Bryan Hayes deserve to finally win a Gold Glove after years of stellar defensive efforts? What is the future of Pirates TV broadcasts now that Sportsnet Pittsburgh has replaced AT&T Sportsnet? And could former Pirates general manager Neal Huntington be a candidate to take on the same role in Boston? our duo tackles those topics and more.

On the latest episode of the Pitching In podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Jason Mackey and TV analyst Michael McKenry discuss the hottest topics around the club and MLB at large. Among them: What should we make of the MLB postseason so far, with top seeds like the Los Angeles Dodgers losing and teams like the Philadelphia Phillies and Texas Rangers dominating? Does the Pirates' Ke'Bryan Hayes deserve to finally win a Gold Glove after years of stellar defensive efforts? What is the future of Pirates TV broadcasts now that Sportsnet Pittsburgh has replaced AT&T Sportsnet? And could former Pirates general manager Neal Huntington be a candidate to take on the same role in Boston? our duo tackles those topics and more.

On the latest episode of the Pitching In podcast, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Jason Mackey and TV analyst Michael McKenry discuss the hottest topics around the club and MLB at large. Among them: What should we make of the MLB postseason so far, with top seeds like the Los Angeles Dodgers losing and teams like the Philadelphia Phillies and Texas Rangers dominating? Does the Pirates' Ke'Bryan Hayes deserve to finally win a Gold Glove after years of stellar defensive efforts? What is the future of Pirates TV broadcasts now that Sportsnet Pittsburgh has replaced AT&T Sportsnet? And could former Pirates general manager Neal Huntington be a candidate to take on the same role in Boston? our duo tackles those topics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay joins us to talk all about the Penguins start to the season and what this year may bring that was different from last season. 

Jay Caufield from Sportsnet Pittsburgh looks at the Penguins start to the season so far. Then, we review what is a huge day in Pirates history. 

Jay joins us to talk about the Penguins season starting tonight against Chicago. Are they true Cup contenders? How will Karlsson fit? Has the bottom six improved? 

Sportsnet Pittsburgh analyst Jay Caufield joins us for all things Penguins heading into the season opener tonight and then we discuss whether it is truly still Cup or bust with this team. 

Former Penguins defenseman and Mt. Lebanon native Matt Bartkowski joined the show. He is also a member of Sportsnet Pittsburgh. Matt thinks the goal should be to get to the playoffs then anything can happen like with Florida last year. Karlsson can run the power play and be a high-impact guy. Reilly Smith is another good addition. A lot comes down to Tristan Jarry and his health. Matt said you don't know how good Reilly Smith is unless you play with him or follow him closely. He's a great acquisition for the Pens. Are the Penguins tougher to play against? Speed is also going to be more of a factor. 

Hour 3: Brad Spielberger of Pro Football Focus joined the show. Kenny Pickett had a 67 grade by PFF, his second-best of the year. He made some throws and good plays but bailing from clean pockets remains an issue. Broderick Jones only allowed one pressure and was solid at left tackle. Brad thinks you stick with Chuks at right tackle and he plays with the most edge of anyone on the line. Dorin thinks it's time for Joey Porter Jr. to start. Brad wonders if Patrick Peterson will take Kazee's spot at safety and transition to safety. Levi Wallace has also been the worst corners, but Joey Porter Jr. has been GREAT. Minkah is taking a lot of responsibility lining his teammates up right that we don't see him make as many splash plays. Crowley's Penguins hot take. Can the Penguins stay healthy this season? They did last year. This team is different to Crowley because of how healthy the top six forwards were. They STILL missed the playoffs. Crowley is worried Karlsson will play 55-60 games. Should Tua be the MVP favorite now? What about Brock Purdy? Purdy and the 49ers are having an unreal year. Purdy isn't built on having a three interception day compared to others. The guys have bought in on Purdy. The Steelers need to focus on making the playoffs. The AFC drops off after a few teams. Former Penguins defenseman and Mt. Lebanon native Matt Bartkowski joined the show. He is also a member of SportsNet Pittsburgh. Matt thinks the goal should be to get to the playoffs then anything can happen like with Florida last year. Karlsson can run the power play and be a high-impact guy. Reilly Smith is another good addition. A lot comes down to Tristan Jarry and his health. Matt said you don't know how good Reilly Smith is unless you play with him or follow him closely. He's a great acquisition for the Pens. Are the Penguins tougher to play against? Speed is also going to be more of a factor. 

It's a special Monday episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast as Hunter and Pat preview what's to come between the Penguins and Senators. They discuss how the Senators present a unique challenge to the Penguins and how this will be a true test for the regular season that will start next week. They also look at players to watch for this game and how the Senators are building a contender for diving into some new-look lines for the Penguins. They discuss Radim Zohorna and how he's getting a shot with Evgeni Malkin. Can he make the most of it? Could this be the game that puts him onto the active roster next week? They also discuss Vinnie Hinostroza getting a look with DOC and Eller and how he could do next to them. They even analyze the Ryan Shea situation and how he could be playing himself into a full-time role with the team. Finally, they get excited about Sportsnet Pittsburgh since this will be the first game televised by the new-look broadcast.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedIndeed knows when you're growing your own business, you have to make every dollar count. Visit Indeed.com/LOCKEDON to start hiring now. BirddogsGo to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free water bottle with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you.AG1If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK.eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win.  Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com.  Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.  GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime.Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime.  Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a special Monday episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast as Hunter and Pat preview what's to come between the Penguins and Senators. They discuss how the Senators present a unique challenge to the Penguins and how this will be a true test for the regular season that will start next week. They also look at players to watch for this game and how the Senators are building a contender for diving into some new-look lines for the Penguins. They discuss Radim Zohorna and how he's getting a shot with Evgeni Malkin. Can he make the most of it? Could this be the game that puts him onto the active roster next week? They also discuss Vinnie Hinostroza getting a look with DOC and Eller and how he could do next to them. They even analyze the Ryan Shea situation and how he could be playing himself into a full-time role with the team. Finally, they get excited about Sportsnet Pittsburgh since this will be the first game televised by the new-look broadcast. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Indeed knows when you're growing your own business, you have to make every dollar count. Visit Indeed.com/LOCKEDON to start hiring now.  Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/LOCKEDONNHL or enter promo code LOCKEDONNHL for a free water bottle with any order. You won't want to take your birddogs off we promise you. AG1 If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/NHLNETWORK. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it's easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win.  Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com.  Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime.Take the guesswork out of buying tickets with Gametime.  Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase.  FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Right now, NEW customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, the Nick's are joined by Pittsburgh Penguins play-by-play announcer for Sportsnet Pittsburgh Josh Getzoff to discuss position battles, Erik Karlsson's fit with Kris Letang, what to expect from Sportsnet Pittsburgh broadcasts, and more! (0:30). Following that interview the Nick's react to the trio of color analyst hirings by Sportsnet Pittsburgh (16:30). They also dive into what they expect from the Penguins "big three" entering their 18th season together (22:22). Nick & Nick finish the episode by sharing their predictions for the biggest surprise at Penguins training camp (30:55). Tune In! The top podcast for the most avid Penguins fans! Tune in as Nick Brlansky and Nick Horwat bring you all of the Pittsburgh Penguins top news and analysis every day! New episodes of "Tip of the Ice-Burgh" on Tuesday & Thursday and "Penguins To Go" on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. On Twitter: @IceBurghPodcast @InsidePenguins Watch segments and full episodes of the show on YouTube at Inside The Penguins!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, the Nick's break down everything from this weekend's Prospects Challenge in Buffalo and discuss which Pittsburgh Penguins prospects showed the most heading into training camp (3:04). The guys also react to a recent poll from The Hockey News that resulted in Erik Karlsson being named the player most likely to regress in 2023 (22:52). They finish the episode by discussing the new broadcasting changes at Sportsnet Pittsburgh and debate who could be the next color analyst for TV broadcasts (35:33). Tune In! The top podcast for the most avid Penguins fans! Tune in as Nick Brlansky and Nick Horwat bring you all of the Pittsburgh Penguins top news and analysis every day! New episodes of "Tip of the Ice-Burgh" on Tuesday & Thursday and "Penguins To Go" on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. On Twitter: @IceBurghPodcast @InsidePenguins Watch segments and full episodes of the show on YouTube at Inside The Penguins!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, the Nick's debate which Pittsburgh Penguins will surprise fans the most this season (3:05). They also discuss a the Penguins most compelling matchups, Jake Guentzel's goal total, and who will start the season alongside Sidney Crosby on the Penguins top line (21:56). Nick and Nick finish the episode by discussing the new "Sportsnet Pittsburgh" and the changes to the Penguins broadcast booth (39:26). Tune In! The top podcast for the most avid Penguins fans! Tune in as Nick Brlansky and Nick Horwat bring you all of the Pittsburgh Penguins top news and analysis every day! New episodes of "Tip of the Ice-Burgh" on Tuesday & Thursday and "Penguins To Go" on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. On Twitter: @IceBurghPodcast @InsidePenguins Watch segments and full episodes of the show on YouTube at Inside The Penguins!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friday 7/24/20 Hour 1 – Topics: Penn State football transitioning day and where B1G teams stand in return from COVID-19, plus Penn State basketball practice updates, and the Blue Jays get Buffalo. Guest: Paul Alexander, AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh, who expressed his displeasure with state government not allowing the Blue Jays to play at PNC Park, if the Pirates can make noise in a shortened season, Steelers reporting to camp, and more.