Skating Penguin Podcast: A Pittsburgh Penguins podcast
171 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratingsThe home of FFSN's Pittsburgh Penguins podcast feed. A feed for the Pens fan, by the Pens fan.
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Episodes
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Nov. 30, 2023
December 01, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutesEnjoy this week’s mailbag, where Garrett, Robbie and Snail answer more of your questions! In this week's episode, we're talking about: -Non-traditional pets -Rating Erik Karlsson's first month as a Penguin -Realistic trade candidates -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on X/Twitter, @FansFirstSN...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Nov. 27, 2023
November 28, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutesEnjoy this week’s mailbag, where Garrett, Robbie and Snail answer more of your questions! In this week's episode, we're talking about: -A potential Nikita Zadorov--Pittsburgh Penguins trade -Favorite Thanksgiving foods -Potential changes to the coaching staff and power play -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First ...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Nov. 21, 2023
November 22, 2023 04:00 - 1 hourEnjoy this week’s mailbag, where Garrett, Robbie and Snail answer more of your questions! In this week's episode, we're talking about: -The success of the NHL's Global Series -Reflecting on the John Marino trade -P.O Joseph's value -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on X/Twitter, @FansFirstSN. ...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Nov. 13, 2023
November 14, 2023 11:00 - 54 minutesEnjoy this week’s mailbag, where Garrett, Robbie and Snail answer more of your questions! In this week's episode, we're talking about: -The likelihood of the NHL retiring Mario Lemieux's No. 66 -Whether or not Tristan Jarry would benefit from a sports psychologist -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Net...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Nov. 6, 2023
November 07, 2023 11:00 - 1 hourEnjoy part one of this week’s mailbag, where Garrett and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -The NHL possibly implementing new safety measures following the Adam Johnson tragedy -The lack of a true, net-front presence for the Penguins a la Patric Hornqvist -Whether or not the Penguins expedite the development of goalie prospect Joel Blomquist if Tristan Jarry's struggles continue -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Nov. 2, 2023
November 03, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutesEnjoy part two of this week’s mailbag, where Robbie and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -The potential need for an "enforcer"-type player in the bottom six -The unimpressive start for Rickard Rakell -The correct way to unroll toilet paper -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Oct. 30, 2023
October 31, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutesEnjoy part one of this week’s mailbag, where Robbie, Garrett and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -The worst trades in Penguins history -Whether or not Mike Sullivan needs to or can adapt his scheme -Would you rather live without the internet or without bathing -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content,...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Oct. 26, 2023
October 27, 2023 19:00 - 55 minutesRobbie, Garrett and Snail are back to answer more of your mailbag questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -The legendarily bad Sergei Zubov--Kevin Hatcher trade -Tristan Jarry's start to the season -Why in the world Jeff Carter is featured on the second power-play unit -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans Fi...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Oct. 23, 2023
October 24, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourEnjoy part one of this week’s mailbag, where Robbie and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -Whether or not the Penguins need an "enforcer-type" player to protect others -This being potentially the final season in Marc-Andre Fleury's career -Fun childhood conspiracy theories -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, n...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Oct. 19, 2023
October 20, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutesEnjoy part two of this week’s mailbag, where Robbie, Garrett and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -The possibility of Steven Stamkos coming to the Penguins -Favorite urban legends -Evgeni Malkin's hot start -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on X/Twitte...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Oct. 16, 2023
October 17, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutesEnjoy part one of this week’s mailbag, where Robbie, Garrett and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -The possibility of Sidney Crosby hitting 2,000 points -Moving Bryan Rust down to the third line -Whether or not Ryan Graves can replace Brian Dumoulin -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. F...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Oct. 12, 2023
October 13, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutesEnjoy part two of this week’s mailbag, where Robbie, Garrett and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -Weird food combinations -Whether or not the Penguins need an enforcer-type player -Can Tristan Jarry lead the Penguins to a Stanley Cup -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans Firs...
Penscast Game Recap: Chicago Blackhawks - Oct. 10, 2023
October 11, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutesRobbie and Snail break down all the action from the Pittsburgh Penguins' opening night game against the Chicago Blackhawks. *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on X/Twitter, @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Oct. 9, 2023
October 10, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutesEnjoy part one of this week’s mailbag, where Robbie and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: - Kyle Dubas' early tenure as Pittsburgh Penguins GM -The new waiver claim Jansen Harkins -The potential of forward Drew O'Connor -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Oct. 5, 2023
October 06, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourEnjoy part two of this week’s mailbag, where Garrett and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -Some notable Penguins players throughout the preseason -Jaromir Jagr's impending jersey retirement -Alex Ovechkin breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL goals record -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and m...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: Oct. 2, 2023
October 03, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutesEnjoy part one of this week’s mailbag, where Garrett, Robbie, and Snail answer more of your questions! In this episode, we’re talking about: -Who on the Penguins might have a "sneaky good" season - The Heritage Classic jerseys for the Oilers and Flames -The ongoing power-play concerns, and if they can be fixed -Jake Guentzel's recovery time seemingly being ahead of schedule -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @Pengui...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: September 28, 2023
September 29, 2023 18:00 - 44 minutesEnjoy part two of this week’s mailbag, where Garrett, Robbie, and Snail answer the second batch of 10 questions. In this episode, we’re talking about: -Future Penguins jersey retirements -Best NHL rivalries -The most hostile NHL fanbases -Mushrooms! -More! *** SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on X/Twitt...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: September 27, 2023
September 27, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutesEnjoy part one of this week’s mailbag, where Garrett Robbie and Snail answer the first batch of 10 questions. This week, we’re talking about: Well-done steak The new changes coming to the Pittsburgh Penguins broadcasting teams A potential Penguins prospects podcast If the Pirates, Steelers, and Penguins were all playing in Championship games simultaneously, and you were offered tickets to one of them, who are you watching? SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BRAND-NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL HERE. *** Follow the S...
Skating Penguin Network Mailbag: September 20, 2023
September 20, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourWe have another extra-extra large mailbag for you fine purveyors of the Skating Penguin Network this week. Today’s episode is out a day later than its usual Monday release, but we have some news to share with you. We have launched the official Skating Penguin Network YouTube channel. Starting with next week’s mailbag and all videos moving forward, the channel will be home to all future podcast episodes, which can now be enjoyed in audio and video form. So, if you’re like me and get your podca...
The Penscast Mailbag: September 12, 2023
September 12, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourWelcome back to another edition of the mailbag here at the Skating Penguin Network. This week, the three hosts take questions on several topics, including: -Who might be the biggest surprise in Penguins training camp -Whether or not missing the playoffs last year will help the Penguins be fresher this season -What a bounce-back season for Bryan Rust might look like -The best chip/dip combo -Much more! *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with ...
A Mile in Kyle's Shoes: September 10, 2023
September 10, 2023 23:00 - 42 minutesIn the newest edition of A Mile in Kyle's Shoes, Garrett and Snail continue to try and figure out what kind of shoes Kyle Dubas actually wears, or whether or not he parades around PPG Paints Arena in bare feet. The two hosts also discuss hypothetical trades with the Vancouver Canucks, a Tomas Tatar signing, and the Steelers-49ers game. *** Follow the Skating Penguin Network on X/Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans Fir...
The Penscast Mailbag: September 5, 2023
September 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourThe Penscast Mailbag is here once again to fill the void left by no Pittsburgh Penguins hockey. This week, Garrett, Snail, and Robbie discuss a variety of topics, including: The dual retirements of Carl Hagelin and Patric Hornqvist The transformation of AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh into SportsNet Pittsburgh A delightful conversation about 1990s television A follow-up discussion on Nickelback and Creed! All these topics and more are discussed on this week’s show! Note: Garrett apologizes for...
A Mile in Kyle's Shoes: August 31, 2023
August 31, 2023 17:30 - 46 minutesA new segment from the brain of our newest recruit, Snail, Garrett and Robbie put on Kyle Dubas' shoes to play with some hypothetical scenarios! *** CONTEST TIME! Fans First Sports Network is giving away four free tickets to the Week 1 NFL game of your choice, up to $5,000. The rules to enter are simple. Step 1: Go to contest.fansfirstsports.com and fill out the appropriate information Step 2: Find us on Facebook, and LIKE our page! That’s it! Once done, you’ve been officially registered to w...
The Penscast Mailbag: August 29, 2023
August 29, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourAnother Tuesday, another mailbag for the Skating Penguin Network. This week, the three hosts take questions on: The hypothetical acquisition of goalie Spencer Knight How the third defense pairing comes together between P.O Joseph, Mark Friedman, Ty Smith, and Chad Ruhwedel Our choices for the most disappointing season in Pittsburgh Penguins history Go-to breakfast cereals A lengthy discussion on Nickelback and 1990s/2000s music and pop culture at the end of the show! CONTEST TIME! Fans ...
The Penscast Mailbag: August 22, 2023
August 22, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourThe Skating Penguin Network hosts return this week to answer 18 questions on the Pittsburgh Penguins, pizza, and everything in between. Garrett, Snail, and Robbie take questions on topics such as: Which player or event would you like to see a documentary on? Who is your all-time favorite enforcer that has come through Pittsburgh? Is a salad a salad if it doesn’t have fries on it? Who is your favorite Finnish-born and Swedish-born player to ever don the Penguins sweater? All these topics ...
The Penscast Mailbag: August 15, 2023
August 15, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutesAfter a mailbag episode this past Thursday, the Skating Penguin Network crew is back again for another question go-around in the normal Tuesday time slot. This week, we have two different Brians asking questions, as well as a newcomer named Jase. The three hosts take questions on topics including: Whether or not UFA forward Tomas Tatar signs with the Pittsburgh Penguins after having confirmed discussions with the team Is Erik Karlsson’s injury history concerning as he enters his first seaso...
The Penscast Mailbag: August 10, 2023
August 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourAfter a monster trade that brought Erik Karlsson to the Pittsburgh Penguins, we have a jam-packed mailbag edition of the Penscast. This week, Robbie, Snail, and Garrett take questions on several different topics, including: What the team might do personnel-wise now that Jake Guentzel will be out until at least the end of October Crazy hockey player superstitions Whether or not it’s the right move for Kyle Dubas to handle GM duties What player would you rather have between Karlsson or Jako...
The Penscast: Erik Karlsson is a Pittsburgh Penguin, Jake Guentzel surgery reaction
August 08, 2023 00:00 - 53 minutesIt’s been 24 hours (at the time of writing this), and ERIK KARLSSON IS A PITTSBURGH PENGUIN. The player Kyle Dubas sought since departing Toronto and arriving in Pittsburgh is finally on his roster, and in one fell swoop, Dubas acquired the reigning Norris Trophy winner while simultaneously doing away with just about every Ron Hextall-era mistake. Garrett and Snail turn on the microphones and provide their reaction to this blockbuster deal. Where will Karlsson be slotted? Will he quarterback ...
The Penscast Mailbag: August 1, 2023
August 01, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourWe are into August now, and all seems quiet on the western (Pennsylvania) front. While we patiently wait to see what, if anything, Kyle Dubas and co. have up their sleeves, the Penscast Mailbag is back this week to beat the heat and the dog days of the off-season. This week, the three hosts take 11 questions. What trade do you believe was the best in Pittsburgh Penguins' history? Which player has more upside: P.O Joseph or Ty Smith? Would you like to see the Penguins go back to their ori...
The Penscast Mailbag: July 25, 2023
July 25, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutesAfter a week off last week, Garrett, Robbie, and Snail return to your podcasting platforms with another mailbag edition of the Penscast. This week, the three hosts take 11 questions. What are some of the top reasons to visit Pittsburgh outside of the Pittsburgh Penguins? Which five teams across the NHL would be on your no-trade list? How would you spend your day with the Stanley Cup? We delve into some baseball and talk about the Pittsburgh Pirates drafting pitcher Paul Skenes as the No. ...
The Penscast Mailbag: July 11, 2023
July 11, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourWhile it’s no extra large 30-bagger like last week, the Penscast Mailbag returns this week with a lean, 13-question slate. Robbie, Garrett, and Snail return this week to discuss: The arbitration process and qualifying offers to restricted free agents How much of a factor age is when discussing the Pittsburgh Penguins’ chances at winning another Stanley Cup Robbie puts together an “all-star” lineup of Penguins greats We talk about Erik Karlsson again And finally, we round out the show wit...
The Penscast Mailbag: July 4, 2023
July 04, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourA few weeks ago, I typed on this website that we had broken a mailbag record with the number of questions we had, with 28 queries. Fast forward to now, and that record has been eclipsed yet again with 31 tweets sent to the Skating Penguin Network Twitter account. Clocking in at just under 90 minutes, it’s one of the longest recordings we have ever done. But that’s not all the history we’re making. For the first time, we have recruited a new voice to the Skating Penguin Network. Frequent mailb...
The Penscast: Penguins draft Brayden Yager in first round of 2023 NHL Draft, Reilly Smith trade reaction
June 29, 2023 04:00 - 49 minutesKyle Dubas and the Pittsburgh Penguins made their presence known Wednesday night in Nashville. Earlier in the day, Dubas orchestrated his first trade as President of Hockey Operations by acquiring Vegas Golden Knights forward Reilly Smith for a 2024 third-round pick, an opening salvo to what is likely going to be a busy summer for the Dubas administration. Reports indicate that the team is looking to shed the salary of veteran defenseman Jeff Petry, who was only acquired last off-season. And ...
The Penscast Mailbag: June 27, 2023
June 27, 2023 10:00 - 56 minutesAnother extra large Penscast Mailbag is on tap this week, ladies and gents. Twenty-one questions round out the mailbag, and we have a variety of questions and question-askers, with longtime staples such as Brian and a few new faces thrown in. This week, Robbie and Garrett are asked about: The possibility of other teams trying to shed players’ contracts that Kyle may want to inherit With the NHL Draft this week, we take one last look at who the Pittsburgh Penguins could take at pick No. 14 ...
The Penscast Mailbag: June 20, 2023
June 20, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutesThis week, we have 17 questions in the Penscast Mailbag, all provided by loyal listener Brian. In this week’s show, Robbie and Garrett are asked about: A hypothetical acquisition of defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson after his buyout from the Vancouver Canucks Another look at Jason Zucker’s next contract and the probability he has of returning to the Pittsburgh Penguins Whether or not Arizona’s Karel Vejmelka would be a nice complement to Tristan Jarry Why Pierre Engvall might be one of the ...
The Penscast Mailbag: June 13, 2023
June 13, 2023 10:00 - 1 hourFolks, this is the most significant mailbag episode Robbie and Garrett have ever hosted. Every few months, one utters on the podcast, ‘This has to be a new record for questions!’ Well, this episode may not be topped. Twenty-seven questions create this week’s monstrous show, with questions from regulars like Brian, Brenden, and Snail, as well as a few new faces. We are answering questions about: Why John Gibson may not be the best goaltender for the Pittsburgh Penguins Drew O’Connor’s play a...
The Penscast Mailbag: June 6, 2023
June 06, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutesFourteen questions create another weekly edition of the Penscast Mailbag. This week, Brian and Snail return with questions about: Kyle Dubas’ immediate future as President of Hockey Operations Dubas’ plan of action when it comes to re-signing Tristan Jarry and Jason Zucker What role Jason Spezza could play if/when he is hired under Dubas We’re looking back at the 2016 and 2017 Stanley Cup-winning sides and debating whether or not Sidney Crosby should have won back-to-back Conn Smythe Trop...
The Penscast: The Kyle Dubas Era Begins
June 02, 2023 00:00 - 34 minutesThe wait is over for the Pittsburgh Penguins. After a weeks-long search for new hockey leadership, Fenway Sports Group announced the hiring of former Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas as Pittsburgh’s President of Hockey Operations on Thursday. In this role, Dubas will “oversee all aspects of the Penguins hockey operations department, including establishing the strategic vision and philosophy for the franchise,” according to Michelle Crechiolo of Pens Inside Scoop. Ever since Duba...
The Penscast Mailbag: May 30, 2023
May 30, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutesWe continue to wait for an announcement to see who will be selected as the next general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins. As we wait, the Penscast Mailbag returns with more listener questions. This week in the mailbag, we have a varied, 12-question mailbag from regulars like Brian and Snail, as well as Greg A. If you were selected as the GM, what would you do during this off-season? We take a look back at the Jarome Iginla trade and wonder about the what-if scenario had Iginla remained a ...
The Penscast Mailbag: May 23, 2023
May 23, 2023 10:00 - 54 minutesSixteen questions create this week's edition of the Penscast Mailbag. Frequent contributors, Brenden and Brian, return this week to ask a wide array of hockey and non-hockey-related questions. How does the dysfunction in Toronto affect Fenway Sports Group's decision-making for a new general manager now with Kyle Dubas relieved of his duties? Would you entertain a specific Connor Hellebuyck trade? Which Canadian team will break the 30-year curse of a Canadian market hoisting Lord Stanley's Cup...
The Penscast Mailbag: May 16, 2023
May 16, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutesSixteen questions from one of our faithful listeners, Brian, comprise this edition of the Penscast Mailbag. Brian asked a wide array of differing questions for both Garrett and Robbie to answer. Is the Seattle Kraken the de facto playoff team for Pittsburghers since a portion of the roster is comprised of former Penguins? How is Snoop Dogg connected with the pending sale of the Ottawa Senators? What is the greatest sports logo of all time? And, following last week's intense discussion on the ...
The Penscast Mailbag: May 9, 2023
May 09, 2023 14:00 - 40 minutesTwelve questions create this week's Penscast Mailbag episode. From a conversation on Joe Pavelski to Colby Armstrong's success as an NHL media figure, the top Adam Sandler films, and a longer-than-anticipated discussion on delectable summertime food, Robbie and Garrett run the gamut in this week's episode! *** Be sure to follow the Skating Penguin Network on Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on ...
The Penscast Mailbag: May 2, 2023
May 02, 2023 13:00 - 45 minutesSixteen questions create this week's edition of the Penscast Mailbag. From a Sidney Crosby contract extension to a discussion on Jason Zucker and Alex Nylander's new deal, all sorts of topics are talked about on this week's show! *** Be sure to follow the Skating Penguin Network on Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on Twitter, @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...
The Penscast Mailbag: April 25, 2023
April 25, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutesThirteen questions create this week's edition of the Penscast Mailbag. From a potential Juuse Saros trade to a discussion on the Pittsburgh Pirates' hot start, all sorts of topics are talked about on this week's show! *** Be sure to follow the Skating Penguin Network on Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on Twitter, @FansFirstSN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Penscast: April 22, 2023
April 22, 2023 10:00 - 18 minutesGiven the new Hockey Operations setup, and impending new general manager, how short will Mike Sullivan’s leash be during the 2023-24 season? Fenway Sports Group went on record saying they believe Sullivan is a top coach in the league. We can discuss and criticize Sullivan’s deployment of certain players all we want, but is Sullivan really in danger of losing his job next season? *** Be sure to follow the Skating Penguin Network on Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest pod...
The Penscast Mailbag: April 18, 2023
April 18, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutesWhat do you guys want to talk about? Following the firings of General Manager Ron Hextall and President of Hockey Operations Brian Burke, the Penguins fandom is out in reckless speculation mode as Fenway Sports Group navigates these waters for the first time. Eric Tulsky? Sam Ventura? Who will be the Pittsburgh Penguins’ next general manager? In addition to these front-office questions, we’re discussing first-round draft picks the Penguins could select in June’s NHL Draft, the likelihood of J...
The Penscast: April 15, 2023 - Ron Hextall, Brian Burke relieved of duties as Penguins executives
April 15, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutesThe day has come. The Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday morning relieved general manager Ron Hextall, Brian Burke, and Chris Pryor from their duties as team executives. These moves had long been speculated, and with the Penguins having their 16-year playoff streak snapped this season following a long 82-game season filled with inconsistency, the new ownership, the Fenway Sports Group collective, have decided to take the franchise in a “forward-thinking” direction as they begin their search for a ...
The Penscast Mailbag: April 12, 2023
April 12, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutesRobbie and Garrett return this week to answer your questions in this week's edition of the Penscast Mailbag! *** Be sure to follow the Skating Penguin Network on Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on Twitter, @FansFirstSN, as we continue to grow the new company, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Penscast: April 7, 2023
April 07, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutesHoly crap, the Pittsburgh Penguins have lost control of their destiny and currently sit outside a playoff spot with four games left. Even if the Penguins win out, there's still a scenario where they don't clinch a postseason berth. This is the "break glass in case of emergency" scenario. Can the Penguins run the gauntlet and/or get help via any New York Islanders or Florida Panthers losses? Robbie and Garrett examine Pittsburgh's, Florida's, and New York's remaining schedules to see the "mos...
The Penscast Mailbag: April 4, 2023
April 04, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutesRobbie and Garrett return this week to answer your questions in this week's edition of the Penscast Mailbag! *** Be sure to follow the Skating Penguin Network on Twitter, @PenguinsFFSN, to stay up-to-date with our latest podcast episodes, new content, and more. Follow Fans First Sports Network on Twitter, @FansFirstSN, as we continue to grow the new company, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices