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Zach is back from paternity leave and didn’t prepare for the episode! Nick and Zach break down the 2023 Steelers’ season and discuss the highs and lows. Just as the guys started to record, the Pirates shocked the world and signed Aroldis Chapman.

Nick is joined by special guest host Ryan Provolt leading up to the Bills v.s. Steelers playoff game. We discuss the keys to the game, unique postponement, and playoff memories from the past. The Pens have been more competitive lately, but have been getting points in OT and not wins while 36 year-old captain Sidney Crosby is playing at an MVP level. We also recap Pirates Fest 2024 and what a major let down it was, and talk about the current state of the Pittsburgh Pirates in comparison to the 2013-2015 playoff teams. In closing, we talk about the expectations of the Pitt Men’s Basketball team after their current stretch of games against UNC, Louisville, and Duke.

Zach is on paternity leave so Nick is joined by guest hosts Noah Fleming and Andrew Goldstein postgame of the Steelers win over the Seahawks on New Years Eve. The guys also live react to the Penguins vs. Islanders game. They also get into Pitt Basketball and Football, and Noah reminisces about his interaction with FSU fans at Acrisure Stadium this past season. We end the episode with our expectations and excitement for Pirates Fest 2024!

On this episode Nick and Zach talk about Mike Tomlin's future in Pittsburgh and what life looks like without Tomlin. They also talk about Mike Sullivan's future and if change is needed behind the Penguins bench. The guys also discuss the Pirates free agency moves and what that means for the Pirates.

On this episode Nick and Zach talk about Mitch Trubisky and his decision making. Why are we throwing long on third and short, fourth and short. The Pittsburgh Pirates finally make a move and trade for Marco Gonzales. Kyle Dubas has said he has faith in Mike Sullivan but do Nick and Zach? Duquesne and Pitt basketball get back on track while Pitt Volleyball is the best ticket in town.

On this week's episode Nick and Zach are joined by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Andrew Goldstein to talk about Pittsburgh sports. The guys discuss how Mitch Trubisky's play could impact the Steelers. The guys move on to the Pirates to discuss the team's catching depth and free agency moves. The Penguins' power play is still horrible and a change is needed. Andrew Goldstein's work at Pittsburgh Union Progress - https://www.unionprogress.com/author/agoldstein/ Show Sponsor Last Place Locker Room on eBay - https://www.ebay.com/str/lastplacelockerroom

On this week's episode Nick and Zach discuss how Kenny Pickett looks now that Matt Canada was fired. Is the Penguins' Mike Sullivan in hot water and could a coach change happen? The Pirates have been mum in Free Agency but are they playing smart? Zachary Weiss also joins for an impromptu interview about Duquesne basketball and the Duke's chances to make the Big Dance.

Zach and Nick talk about Kenny Pickett and Matt Canada's offensive scheme. Little did we know change was going to happen! We also discuss the Penguins aging core and Nedeljokvic's shut out. Pirates make a blockbuster signing and bring in Gilberto Celestino and keep Alika Williams!

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