Locked On Penguins - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Penguins
961 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 42 ratingsLocked On Penguins podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Pittsburgh Penguins and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Hunter Hodies, a staff writer for Sports Illustrated’s The Spun, and Patrick Damp, a former player, digital producer at KDKA-TV News, and author of the Penguins Perspectives column on KDKA.com, the Locked On Penguins podcast provides your daily Penguins fix with expert opinions, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pens franchise and their five Stanley Cups. Locked On Penguins takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Penguins locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Penguins podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your team. Every day.
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Penguins look to get back on track against the Cats!
February 14, 2024 21:34 - 28 minutes - 23 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are set to be back in action against the Florida Panthers on Wednesday night and they'll be playing with a different lineup. That's right, they're playing with 11 forwards and seven defensemen, which means the combinations will be scrambled. Hunter and Pat discuss how clunky it will be while also coming up with at least a couple of positives for this lineup. Will we see who plays better with Ruhwedel between Ludvig and POJ? They get into that, plus how nobody can hide...
Are the Penguins overdue for a coaching change?
February 13, 2024 19:13 - 35 minutes - 28.9 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are off on Tuesday but there's still plenty to discuss when it comes to this team, including the lineup for this week. Hunter and Pat start by discussing how the Penguins could have to go 11/7 for a couple of games this week depending on how long Acciari and Harkins will be out for. Are there advantages to it or is it too clunky? After that, they analyze whether Mike Sullivan should be on the hot seat and potentially lose his job after this season. They discuss the pr...
After a bad weekend for the Penguins...what's next?
February 12, 2024 17:34 - 40 minutes - 32.3 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins failed to get any points from this weekend and Hunter and Pat are here to tell everyone what went wrong for this team. They detail how the same issues continue to pop up and how they can be fixed heading into the rest of the month before the trade deadline. They also analyze how this team is allergic to scoring goals and how that's been a massive problem over the last month. They then look to the future and get into a long debate about what Kyle Dubas should do for th...
Penguins set to take on Marc-Andre Fleury for perhaps the final time...
February 09, 2024 17:03 - 33 minutes - 27 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are back in action on Friday night against the Minnesota Wild and it might be Marc-Andre Fleury's final game against his former team. Hunter and Pat start the show by reminiscing on Fleury's time with the Penguins and how he's one of a kind. They discuss how he was a beacon of hope when fans needed one and how he's always been one of the best people in hockey. They then go through some of their favorite memories from his time as a Penguin before previewing the game ag...
Who steps up for the Penguins on the PK with Noel Acciari out, with Nick Brlansky!
February 08, 2024 21:59 - 34 minutes - 27.5 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins will be without a member of their bottom six for the next little bit and Nick Brlansky joins Hunter to break all of that down. Nick takes the place of Pat (just before today) since Pat is a bit under the weather and he helps Hunter analyze what Acciari's absence will mean for the team going forward. They discuss his impact on the PK and in the defensive zone and how that will be missed before looking at who the Penguins should call up from WBS. Should the team cave an...
Penguins fly over the Jets in BIG shutout victory!
February 07, 2024 22:16 - 30 minutes - 24.5 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins started the unofficial second half of the season with a bang on Tuesday night and Hunter and Pat are here to talk all about it. They first start with how great of a performance this was by everyone involved for this team and how they stuck to the blueprint defensively. They also analyze Kris Letang's performance and how he continues to be a rock on the blue line. After that, they analyze Brenden Dillon's dirty hit on Noel Acciari and why they're tired of the people wh...
Can the Penguins take flight against the Jets?
February 06, 2024 16:20 - 32 minutes - 25.9 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are set to return to the rink on Tuesday night with a game against the Winnipeg Jets and Hunter and Pat are here to preview that showdown. They look at how good the Jets have been this year and what the Penguins will need to do to win. They also dive into which goalie should get the start and whether Ludving or POJ should get that No. 6 defenseman spot for this one. After that, they discuss some milestones for this game, including Mike Sullivan and Jake Guentzel. The ...
Jesse Puljujarvi is officially a Penguin!
February 05, 2024 18:47 - 34 minutes - 27.4 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins made it official and signed Jesse Puljujarvi to a two-year contract on Sunday. To start the show, Hunter and Pat discuss the contract and how it was well-deserved after the way he played in Wilkes-Barre. They look at how he fits the team and what they're looking to see out of him before getting to thoughts on him being on the third line. After that, they discuss Reilly Smith's impending return and how he needs to really show everyone a lot more since he hasn't been go...
Penguins Captain Sidney Crosby picked first by Team MacKinnon at NHL All-Star Weekend!
February 02, 2024 22:00 - 29 minutes - 23.9 MBNHL All-Star Weekend is here and Hunter and Pat do a small preview of what to expect from the league's best. They review the rosters of the four NHL All-Star Teams and give their predictions as to which team will win on Saturday before looking at Friday's skill competition. They discuss how the event looks to be a lot more fun compared to recent years and how the league seems to be getting it right by bringing back the OG events fans love. After that, they dive into the news regarding Olympi...
Jesse Marshall joins the show to help fix this putrid power play & much more!
February 01, 2024 21:53 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBThere's another guest for Thursday's edition of the Locked On Penguins podcast as Jesse Marshall joins Hunter and Pat to discuss all things Penguins. They first dive into the power play and what changes Jesse would make to that unit since it's been a mess all year. He looks at things beyond personnel and analyzes what type of system the Penguins could potentially change to. After that, the two hosts get his thoughts on the season Sidney Crosby is having before getting his take on the Jake Gu...
Penguins In-Arena Host Jayden Becker joins the show!
January 31, 2024 22:37 - 41 minutes - 33.6 MBHunter and Pat have a special guest for Wednesday's edition of the Locked On Penguins podcast as Jayden Becker joins the show. He's the team's new in-game arena host, and both get to know him since this is his first year in Pittsburgh. They discuss what brought him to Pittsburgh and why he was interested in the job before getting his thoughts on how it's been so far. They also dive into what a day in the life for him looks like and how much prep he does for each game. They even get his thoug...
Giving out non-Crosby MVP Awards for the Penguins first half!
January 30, 2024 17:33 - 38 minutes - 31.2 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins may be off for a while but the Locked On Penguins podcast is not. Hunter and Pat dive into the Penguins MVPs of the first half of the regular season (outside of Sidney Crosby) and give their flowers to players who have been electric this year. After that, they look at what games the Penguins will need to especially win after the break since the schedule is about to get hectic. Just how big is the month of February for this team? Finally, they give their thoughts on El...
Penguins get three out of four points heading into the break!
January 29, 2024 19:09 - 36 minutes - 29.3 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins had themselves a solid weekend with 3/4 points and Hunter and Pat are here to break it all down, starting with the Panthers game. Hunter and Pat discuss how the Penguins were able to bank a point against the Panthers and how they didn't back down when they were trying to bully them. They also praise Alex Nedeljkovic for his performance and how he was the biggest reason (outside of Evgeni Malkin) why the Penguins got the game to OT. They dive into his saves in the thir...
How the Penguins NEED these four points this weekend...
January 26, 2024 22:01 - 33 minutes - 26.6 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are back in action on Friday night against the Florida Panthers and it's an opportunity to get two massive points. Hunter and Pat start the show by recapping the small AHL trade that Kyle Dubas made on Thursday and what it means for the team before previewing Friday night's game against the Panthers. They look at how they can get these two points and slow down Florida's top players since they've been red hot this year. After that, they preview Saturday night's game ag...
Do the Penguins have some help on the way from the Baby Pens?
January 25, 2024 23:01 - 35 minutes - 28.5 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins continue to be off but the Locked On Penguins podcast is not. To start the show, Hunter and Pat dive into Jesse Puljujarvi's recent play in Wilkes-Barre and whether he will get a contract with the big club. They wonder if he deserves a chance to show what he can do in the NHL again while Hunter argues that he'd rather see him on Geno's line than Colin White. They then look at Sam Poulin's game as of late and whether he deserves a call-up. Who would he replace? They al...
Changes the Penguins NEED to make to get back in the win column!
January 24, 2024 21:53 - 31 minutes - 25.3 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins don't play on Wednesday but there's still plenty to discuss regarding this team. Hunter and Pat first start with some practice notes and how the Penguins appeared to not change much for this session. They analyze whether that's a good thing or a bad thing as their next game is still a couple of days away. What would they have done if they were Mike Sullivan? After that, they look at players who need to step up if this team wants to find its winning ways again and no, ...
Was this the nail in the coffin for the Penguins after another embarrassing loss?
January 23, 2024 17:59 - 33 minutes - 26.6 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins got royally embarrassed by the Arizona Coyotes on Monday night and Hunter and Pat bring their A-game for today's episode. They start the show by eviscerating the team and going in on them for this performance. They look at how the team showed no effort outside of 2-3 players and how this "response" showed a lot about who they are after they blew the game against the Golden Knights. They also look at what direction the team is headed in and whether Kyle Dubas has his a...
Penguins blow it in Vegas, need to bounce back in Arizona!
January 22, 2024 18:10 - 32 minutes - 26.4 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins weren't able to get the two points against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday night, which has Hunter and Pat a bit concerned. They open the show by discussing how the Penguins were sticking to the blueprint perfectly before they fell asleep in the third period. They analyze how this happened and why they can't string together consistent 60-minute efforts this season. They also discuss Evgeni Malkin's game and if they're concerned about where it's going after the Ve...
Penguins with a "Golden" opportunity in Vegas this weekend!
January 19, 2024 22:00 - 31 minutes - 25.7 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are finally about to play again for the first time in almost a week. They're going to play in Vegas against the Golden Knights, which means it's time for another preview. They start the show by previewing the game as the Penguins try to continue their winning ways against the Golden Knights. They look at how banged up the Knights are and how this has to be a game where the Penguins get two points. They can't afford to take nights off, including this one. They give the...
Answering the Penguins Jake Guentzel question - trade or keep?
January 18, 2024 23:42 - 33 minutes - 27.1 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins continue to be off but the Locked On Penguins podcast is not. Hunter and Pat start the show off with some recent comments by Kyle Dubas on Jake Guentzel and what they mean going forward. They give their takes on the situation and why Jake Guentzel should stay with the team past the deadline, especially if they are still in the race. They look at how a return won't be as good as what fans are hoping it will be, plus how Sidney Crosby would potentially be offended if Gu...
Penguins at the midpoint: A Locked On Penguins take fest!
January 17, 2024 21:56 - 30 minutes - 24.9 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are off for a few days but the Locked On Penguins podcast is not. Hunter and Pat start the show with the news surrounding Radim Zohorna and how he was sent down to WBS after being placed on waivers. They look at why they're not surprised by this news and how he hasn't done enough after the first 10 games of the year. After that, they dive into some of their mid-season takes and what they're noticing heading into the second half of the season. They analyze Sidney Crosb...
Penguins dominate the Kraken at home, can they keep this blueprint for success going?
January 16, 2024 17:27 - 34 minutes - 27.7 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins got a massive win over the Seattle Kraken on Monday night and it has Hunter and Pat feeling good on this Tuesday. They start the show by discussing how the blueprint continues to be there for this team to win games consistently, but they just have to do it. They marvel at how they defended all game long as it was a classic low-event game they needed. They also discuss how Sidney Crosby once again put the team on his back with two more goals and how they're fully back ...
Penguins get a point in Carolina, but the power play falters again...
January 15, 2024 05:00 - 34 minutes - 27.5 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins got 4/6 points this past week which is good but it could've been a lot better. Hunter and Pat start the show by recapping the loss to the Carolina Hurricanes and how they had another terrible start in the first period. They discuss how these bad starts are completely unacceptable at this stage of the season, especially against divisional opponents. They analyze why this team can't seem to play 60 minutes against this type of team even though they've shown they can pla...
Penguins drop crazy one to Canucks, look for rebound against the Canes!
January 12, 2024 22:06 - 31 minutes - 25.1 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins lost a thriller to the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night but they were able to get a point, which is still a big win. To start Friday's show, Hunter and Pat recap that game and how the Penguins were able to battle back despite being outplayed in the first period. They analyze the play of Tristan Jarry and especially Sidney Crosby as the latter once again put the team on his back. They marvel at how he continues to do this and again petition for him to get the Hart T...
Can the Penguins cool off the red-hot Canucks tonight?
January 11, 2024 05:15 - 29 minutes - 23.4 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins have another massive game on their hands tonight against the Vancouver Canucks and Hunter and Pat are here to preview it. They discuss how the Canucks have taken the NHL by storm and how they're scoring goals on every team. They look at their high-end talent and how both Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes are finally getting their flowers considering how good they've been. They then get into some keys for the Penguins to pull off the win before discussing who they have...
Penguins mid-season check-in with Josh Yohe!
January 10, 2024 22:19 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are nearing the halfway mark of the 2023-24 season and that means it's a great time to bring Josh Yohe back to the show. Hunter and Pat get Josh's thoughts on the team as we reach that 41-game mark and if he thinks they can make the playoffs at the end of the season. He gives his thoughts on the depth players, how they've stepped up as of late before getting into the blue line, and what he thinks about that overall. After that, they do an early preview for the NHL Tra...
Penguins DOMINATE the "Battle of PA" and move up in the playoff race!
January 09, 2024 17:38 - 33 minutes - 26.5 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins got a gigantic win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday night and Hunter and Pat start the show by discussing how this was one of their best efforts of the season. They look at how the Penguins came out with a purpose and didn't let up throughout the rest of the game. They praise Geno for one heck of a performance after he put on a show, and also shout out Drew O'Connor for more strong play. After that, they look at how the Penguins didn't retaliate when the Flyers ...
Penguins wrecked by replay, can they bounce back against Philly?
January 08, 2024 17:18 - 30 minutes - 24.5 MBIt's a new week, so it's time for a fresh episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast. Hunter and Pat start the show by recapping the Penguins loss to the Sabres on Saturday night. They dive into how the Penguins did everything right except get the result. They get into how the Penguins had many things go against them and how they got pretty unlucky throughout this game. After that, they dive into the controversial goalie interference call and how they disagree with it since there didn't appea...
Penguins gut out a MASSIVE 6-5 win over the Bruins, how did they do it?
January 05, 2024 20:59 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBThe Penguins were able to fight back after blowing a three-goal lead to the NHL-leading Bruins, winning 6-5. Patrick, with a little help from Hunter on the road, recaps the massive victory. Patrick then gets you ready for the matchup with the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night, what the Penguins need to do to keep it rolling, and how they can win. Finally, is Sidney Crosby for Hart becoming a national campaign? Patrick thinks so! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Sleeper Download the S...
Can the Penguins score an upset in Beantown?
January 04, 2024 21:01 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThe Penguins are in Beantown tonight looking for a big bounce-back against the Bruins after a disappointing loss to the Caps. Patrick and Hunter discuss what the Penguins need to do to get a win tonight. The Penguins also officially signed Jesse Puljujärvi to a PTO with Wilkes-Barre and the boys talk about what he needs to do to get a contract with the big club. Finally, All-Star nominations get announced tonight, who from the Penguins will be heading to Toronto? Support Us By Supporting Ou...
Penguins with an unacceptable effort on Tuesday night...
January 03, 2024 21:33 - 29 minutes - 23.9 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins had an unacceptable start against the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night which doomed them, and Hunter and Pat wasted no time in crushing the team for that kind of effort. They discuss how nobody seemed interested in playing during the first period and how that's not good enough, especially with where the standings are now. They analyze how Tristan Jarry had a bad start for the first time in several weeks and how that happens for goalies sometimes. They then discuss...
Penguins ended 2023 on a high note, how can they keep it going in 2024?
January 02, 2024 16:14 - 29 minutes - 23.4 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are back in action on Tuesday night against the Washington Capitals but Hunter and Pat have other things to attend to first. They first recap the Penguins' win over the Blues and how they could play out defensively in line for a win. Before discussing Evgeni Malkin's recent hot stretch, they also look at how Drew O'Connor continues to come alive in the last week and how that's paid major dividends for the team. After that, they look at Tristan Jarry's sharp game befor...
How the Penguins can stay hot going into 2024!
December 29, 2023 23:15 - 34 minutes - 27.4 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are looking to end 2023 with a bang as they have two big games coming up this weekend. Hunter and Pat first start the show with a preview of Saturday's game against the St. Louis Blues. They discuss how the Penguins can strike back against them after losing in October and how they can't overlook this game with the Islanders coming in the following night. After that, they dive into that game against the Islanders and how the Penguins can make it two in a row against th...
Chronicling the Penguins historic win over the Islanders...
December 28, 2023 21:23 - 34 minutes - 27.4 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins put up one heck of a performance against the New York Islanders on Wednesday night and Patrick Damp is BACK with Hunter Hodies to break it all down on Thursday. They discuss how the Penguins blitzed the Islanders in the second period and showed no mercy for the rest of the game. They dive into how the Penguins were able to finally solve Ilya Sorokin since he's been so good against them and how the Penguins were able to play smart hockey while also getting offensive lo...
Can the Penguins finally solve the Islanders?
December 27, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes - 26.1 MBThe Penguins are set to renew their rivalry with the New York Islanders on Wednesday night and Hunter is joined by Gil Martin of Locked On Islanders to preview the game. With Patrick still with his family, Hunter and Gil team up for a crossover an first start with the Penguins and what has plagued them this season. They quickly switch gears to the Islanders and how they've also had a chaotic season. They dive into the emergence of Noah Dobson, how the Islanders have a good power play now, an...
Not good enough for the Penguins on Friday night...what's next?
December 26, 2023 19:51 - 37 minutes - 30.1 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins did not do enough to beat the Ottawa Senators on Friday night, despite getting a point, and that has Hunter a bit worried. It's just Hunter for this episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast since Pat is still with the family but he is joined by Nick Horwat to recap the Ottawa game and to get everyone set for the week ahead. They first start with how the Penguins had no excuse to sleepwalk through two periods of play on Friday night and why that's been a common theme ...
The Penguins get a much-needed victory over the Hurricanes
December 22, 2023 17:03 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBThe Penguins point streak continued on Thursday night as Sidney Crosby willed the Penguins over the Hurricanes in the shootout. Patrick and Hunter break down that game and why Alex Nedeljkovic's performance is good news. They then get you ready for Saturday's showdown against the dreadful Ottawa Senators, what they need to do to get two points and more. Finally, the boys discuss who has been standing out on the Penguins the last month. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors Wi...
It's time for the Penguins to get a win over the Canes...
December 21, 2023 20:27 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are back in action on Thursday night and they have a big game on tap. They're set to take on the Carolina Hurricanes and yes, Hunter is back after a one-day hiatus. They preview Thursday night's game and how they can finally beat the Hurricanes before discussing the Penguins' confidence in Alex Nedeljkovic. They get into how he's going to start this game and whether it's the right call by head coach Mike Sullivan before ending the show with some injury news and a fun ...
Is a Penguins rebuild closer than we think it is?
December 20, 2023 21:21 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBHunter is off this episode so Patrick is flying solo! Patrick talks about how a narrative has begun building in both the local and national press about how the Penguins might want to consider rebuilding sooner rather than later. He pushes back on that and why the Penguins are right to double down on the core. Then, he answers some of your questions about roster construction, PTOs, lineups, and of course, eats crow on some bad takes. Finally, it's Warrior Helmet Wednesday and Patrick gives yo...
The Penguins power play saves the day...again?!?!
December 19, 2023 18:59 - 32 minutes - 25.9 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins got their third win in their last four games on Monday night after beating the Minnesota Wild and Hunter and Pat have a lot of thoughts on the game. They first start out by discussing the blown lead and how those have got to stop before shouting out Valtteri Puustinen for another strong effort. Should he stay with the team once Bryan Rust is ready to return? They dive into two crazy plays that he made to set up goals before looking at how Evgeni Malkin had a great per...
Can the Penguins right themselves against the Wild after getting thumped?
December 18, 2023 19:05 - 32 minutes - 26.4 MBIt's a Monday and a lot is happening with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Hunter and Pat start the show by recapping Saturday's blowout loss against the Maple Leafs. They discuss how the Penguins tried to trade chances with the Maple Leafs and how it didn't work out. They then crush the Penguins for how poor they were defensively and how that needs to change going forward if they want to make a run for a playoff spot. After that, they preview Monday night's game against the Minnesota Wild and how t...
Who needs to raise their game for the Penguins?
December 15, 2023 22:32 - 30 minutes - 24.6 MBWe've reached the end of the week, meaning we're one day away from the Kyle Dubas Bowl. The Penguins are in Toronto to take on the Maple Leafs on Saturday night and both Hunter and Pat detail how the Penguins can make it two in a row against the Leafs. They analyze how the Penguins can slow down the Leafs' top players and how they can potentially win the special teams battle. They also get into how the Penguins will have the goaltending edge in this game with Tristan Jarry likely starting co...
Is Sidney Crosby's greatness this season for the Penguins going under the radar?
December 14, 2023 21:38 - 31 minutes - 25.5 MBHappy Thursday! There's a lot to discuss for this episode of the Locked On Penguins podcast and Hunter and Pat jump right into it by recapping Thursday night's win over the Montreal Canadiens. They discuss how Jansen Harkins of all people became the hero that nobody expected to be in the shootout before getting to how Alex Nedeljkovic turned in another solid start after a shaky first period. After that, they analyze Erik Karlsson's performance and why he's gotta be a bit better in his zone, ...
The Penguins power play is...back?!?!
December 13, 2023 17:40 - 26 minutes - 21.2 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are back in the win column and Hunter and Pat are fired up about it. They start the show by recapping the win against the Arizona Coyotes and how the PP FINALLY woke up. They analyze how Crosby and Guentzel were able to make some magic happen and wonder where that has been for the last month. They then get into Jeff Carter's big game and how the Penguins couldn't waste that type of performance. Was this the best full 60 this team has played all year? The hosts also di...
Kyle Dubas signals no big changes for the Penguins...yet
December 12, 2023 18:05 - 31 minutes - 25.6 MBHappy Tuesday! It's another game night for the Pittsburgh Penguins as they're set to play the Arizona Coyotes. Before Hunter and Pat preview that game, they discuss Kyle Dubas' comments from Monday and how he continues to be very patient as a GM. They look at how he's not in a rush to make changes right now and analyze whether that's a good or bad thing. They also analyze whether he's right to die on Mike Sullivan's hill since he easily could've brought in a new coach by now if he wanted to....
The Penguins get some forward help after another tough loss...
December 11, 2023 17:25 - 34 minutes - 27.5 MBHappy Monday! The Pittsburgh Penguins have been busy over the last few days and Hunter and Pat are here to catch you all up on the news. They first start with the game recap from Friday as the Penguins couldn't get a result against the Florida Panthers. They analyze how the Penguins came out and played a couple of strong periods before not being able to play in the third. Why did they stop playing in the third? They give their reasons before crushing the PP yet again for not capitalizing on ...
The Penguins can't blow it in front of Patric Hornqvist, right?
December 08, 2023 21:43 - 28 minutes - 22.9 MBHappy Friday! Hunter and Pat are back for another episode of the podcast as they preview Friday night's game against the Florida Panthers. They discuss how pivotal this game is for the season after the Penguins played like crap to start this trip. Could changes come when the team gets home if they look like crap again? They discuss that and then dissect how good the Panthers have been this season. They analyze how this is a benchmark type of game for the Penguins with how the Panthers have p...
Did the Penguins just quit on their head coach?
December 07, 2023 22:42 - 33 minutes - 26.6 MBOn Wednesday night, things went from bad to worse for the Pittsburgh Penguins with a lifeless loss against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Hunter and Pat are here to recap that game and start by saying how it looks like the Penguins quit on their head coach. They discuss how the performances worsen and what could be coming if this continues. They look at how there was no spirit or heart in this team and what that means going forward. After that, they get into some practice updates and how Bryan Rus...
Can the Penguins continue their recent dominance over the Lightning?
December 06, 2023 21:06 - 32 minutes - 26.3 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins are set to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday night again and this game provides another opportunity for the team to "get right." Hunter and Pat preview the game against the Bolts and how the Penguins can get back on track after a few bad losses to the Philadelphia Flyers. They give their keys to the game while also analyzing what the Penguins have to do to shut down Nikita Kucherov, who continues to light the league on fire. Should there be any lineup chang...
After another embarrassing Penguins loss, do changes need to be made?
December 05, 2023 17:23 - 34 minutes - 28.1 MBThe Pittsburgh Penguins had another embarrassing loss on Monday night to the Philadelphia Flyers and Hunter and Pat are here to give their thoughts on it. They start the show by again ripping the power play as it somehow got worse for this game. They discuss more of the issues that they saw and get into what can be done to fix it. Should Reirden be gone by Wednesday? Should the top line go out there as the first unit? After that, they get into the rest of the performance and how outside of t...