Penguins Podcasts: The Scoop: Recent Episodes
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Colby Armstrong joins Josh Getzoff for a little hotstove conversation in Episode 48 of the Scoop Podcast, presented by PPG. Among the topics discussed:
-A look back at the storylines surrounding the first half of the Penguins' season -Reflecting on the milestone ahead of Sidney Crosby as the captain closes in on 500 career goals -Ron Hextall's additions/decisions proving to be positive moves for the Penguins -What we're following as the season heads into it's second half and the divisional race ...and much more!
USA Men's Hockey Assistant Coach and Penguins Director of Player Development Scott Young joins Josh Getzoff in Episode 47 of the Scoop Podcast, presented by PPG. Among the topics discussed: -A look at the men's hockey team for the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing, China -Reflecting on past successes on the international front -Is coaching on his wish list down the line? -Taking a closer look at the Penguins' pipeline and progression of prospects this season ...and much more!
Penguins forward Brian Boyle joins Josh Getzoff in Episode 46 of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG. Among the topics discussed:
- Boyle's family dynamic
- Both his father's and his own battle against cancer
- The trade that saved his career from Los Angeles to the New York Rangers
- Relationship over the years with Mike Sullivan
- Making it just in time for the birth of his third child, Callum ...and much more!
Penguins Goaltending Coach Andy Chiodo joins Josh Getzoff in Episode 45 of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG. Among the topics discussed: - The excitement behind the move to join Mike Sullivan's staff in Pittsburgh - His existing relationship with Tristan Jarry and Casey DeSmith - How he plans on helping Jarry move forward in year two as the starter with the Penguins - His relationship with St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington - How his long professional journey shaped him from a now-coaching perspective - Reflecting on his first NHL win - one that snapped a less-than-memorable streak for the Penguins ...and much more!
Penguins Director of Player Personnel Chris Pryor joins Josh Getzoff in Episode 44 of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG. Among the topics discussed: - Pryor's assessment of the Penguins' farm system as it currently stands - The approach towards the upcoming Expansion and NHL Drafts - Pryor's pre-existing relationship with Jake Guentzel - The rise of the college hockey player from a prospect-perspective - How the new Penguins brass hopes to build a character and identity for the current group and future versions of the Penguins ...and much more!
Penguins Skills and Development Coach Ty Hennes joins Josh Getzoff in Episode 43 of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG.
Among the topics discussed: -Ty's early hockey beginnings in North Dakota and Washington State. -His life (and hockey) lessons learned under Hockey Hall of Fame coach Jerry York at Boston College. -The unique plan he hatched to accomplish one off-ice goal while continuing his professional career. -The path that led him to Pittsburgh through his work for USA Hockey. -His rise in the organization to his current role today. -Coaching taxi squad players this season and getting them ready for game action at a moment's notice. -and much more!
Penguins Director of Community and Alumni Relations Cindy Himes joins Josh Getzoff in Episode 42 of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG.
Among the topics discussed: -Cindy's start with the Penguins in 1977 and how her confident approach led to an opportunity. -Becoming only the third woman in league history to be named Director of Public and Media Relations when she took on the role for the Penguins. -Looking back on Mario Lemieux's Draft Day and his arrival in Pittsburgh. -Memories of working with "Badger" Bob Johnson and being a part of the first Stanley Cup championship team in Penguins history. -Her travel day with Mario Lemieux on 3/2/1993 after he finished his final round of radiation chemo treatment then flew to Philadelphia that night to play the Flyers. -What she hopes young girls and women can learn from what she's accomplished in the industry. -and much more!
Teddy Blueger joins Josh Getzoff in episode 41 of the Scoop podcast presented by PPG.
Among the topics discussed: - Blueger's early years growing up in Latvia and how the culture of both his native country and his family customs shaped him from a young age. - The decision to move to North American to continue his hockey career and enroll at Shattuck-St. Mary's in Minnesota. - Dealing with the wait between getting drafted in the 2nd round of the 2012 NHL Entry Draft by the Penguins to making his NHL debut six years later. - Why he decides not to wear a helmet in warmups. -and much more!
Maxime Talbot and Colby Armstrong join host Josh Getzoff for the latest episode of the Scoop podcast presented by PPG as the three recount moments and memories through the first 1,000 games of Sidney Crosby's career.
Among the topics discussed: - Talbot and Armstrong breaking into the NHL alongside Crosby. - What makes Crosby a different breed than any other player - current or past - the game has seen. - The creation of the "Creature" nickname that Armstrong came up with. - Talbot recalls memories around the 2009 Cup Championship win over Detroit. - On and off-ice stories from the time the three spent together in Pittsburgh. - Messages for Sidney Crosby as he reaches the 1,000 game milestone. -...And much more!
Penguins defenseman John Marino joins Josh Getzoff and guest co-host Michelle Crechiolo of @PensInsideScoop on Episode 39 of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG.
Among the topics discussed: - Marino's new contract and both his and the Penguins' commitment to a long-term relationship. - How a health-related family decision put him on the ice at a young age and got him into the game of hockey. - What life is like as an NHL player during a global pandemic. - Favorite off-ice activities. - And more.
Trevor Daley looks back on his sixteen-year NHL career with Josh Getzoff in Episode 38 of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG.
Among the topics discussed: -How Daley came to the decision to retire from the NHL this past off-season. -His beginnings in Toronto and the family dynamic that shaped him as a young boy. -His rise through the ranks in youth hockey in the Toronto area before being drafted into the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). -Growth as both a player and person with the Sault Ste. Marie. -Greyhounds of the OHL amidst an instance of racism towards Daley by his then-coach John Vanbiesbrouck. -Realizing his NHL dream by being drafted by the Dallas Stars in 2002 and the people in the Stars organization that helped him grow as a professional. -Getting dealt first to Chicago, then the Penguins, and how the fit in Pittsburgh was perfect from the beginning. -Reflections on the Cup runs, and dealing with personal struggles while reaching a professional dream. -His thoughts on the message behind the Hockey Diversity Alliance, and where he sees the organization’s impact going. -Excitement with joining the Penguins staff as a Hockey Operations Advisor.
Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan returns to the Scoop podcast. This time he sits down with Josh Getzoff for episode 37 of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG Paints.
Among the topics discussed: -Processing the disappointing end to the 2019-20 season. -The thinking behind the coaching changes made to Sullivan’s staff heading into the 2020.21 campaign. -Sullivan’s reaction to moving on from key pieces to past championship teams, like Matt Murray & Patric Hornqvist. -Assessing the additions of key pieces in off-season trades and free agent signings. -How he’s developed his coaching philosophy.
Josh Getzoff is joined by Sportsnet broadcaster and the voice of Hockey Night in Punjabi, Harnarayan Singh, in Episode 36 of the Scoop Podcast, presented by PPG. Among the topics discussed: -Harnarayan’s infamous calls that laid the soundtrack to the Penguins’ 2016 Cup run. -His relationship that formed with former Penguin Nick Bonino as a result of the “Bonino, Bonino, Bonino!” call. -The trip to Pittsburgh he made with his fellow Hockey Night in Punjabi broadcasters to be a part of the Penguins Stanley Cup parade and celebration in 2016. -The release of his new book, “One Game at a Time”, detailing his road to his current status as a marquee broadcaster in the sport. -Dealing with an unorthodox path and barriers en route to reaching his dream of becoming an NHL broadcaster.
New Penguins assistant coach Mike Vellucci joins Josh Getzoff on the latest episode of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG.
Among the topics discussed: -Vellucci reflects on the two-plus decade journey in coaching that’s led him to his first job behind an NHL bench starting this season with the Penguins. -We learn more about the long-standing relationship between Vellucci and Penguins GM Jim Rutherford, including how Rutherford gave Vellucci his first coaching opportunity. -Vellucci discusses the advantages and understanding he’s gained after 13 years of coaching Plymouth in the OHL, including how it’s shaped his approach on player development. -What made him decide to make the move to the Carolina Hurricanes organization, and step away from coaching for a few seasons for a managerial role. -Winning the Calder Cup with the Charlotte Checkers in 2019. -The culture and draw of being part of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins that led him to join the organization before the 2019-2020 season. -His approach in coaching some of the game’s biggest names, and the style he is hoping to instill as the man in charge of the team’s PK this year. -Being drafted by the Hartford Whalers and getting a taste of NHL action as a player.
Following the conversation, Josh is joined by Michelle Crechiolo of PensInsideScoop to discuss her PittsburghPenguins.com feature story on the incredible pipeline of coaches and hockey ops staff from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton to the Penguins.
Jim Rutherford continued to remake the Penguins roster ahead of the 2020.21 season, dealing Patric Hornqvist to the Florida Panthers in exchange for defenseman Mike Matheson and forward Colton Sceviour. Josh Getzoff takes a closer look at the deal from all angles in a special edition of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG.
-Reaction to the trade from Jim Rutherford, Colton Sceviour and Mike Matheson -An ode to Patric Hornqvist’s time in Pittsburgh -Josh Yohe of the Athletic joins for an in-depth break down of the deal and what it means for the Penguins roster in the present and moving forward -Florida Panthers radio Play-by-Play voice Doug Plagens stops by for a scouting report on Sceviour and Matheson, giving Penguins fans an idea of what to expect from the new additions
Penguins prospect Sam Poulin joins Josh Getzoff and Michelle Crechiolo in the latest episode of the Scoop Podcast, presented by PPG. Among the topics discussed: -Dealing with a sudden halt and ending to the QMJHL season in Sherbrooke and the ways he’s stayed sharp during the pandemic. -Summer training(and boating)at his family’s lake house in Quebec. -The excitement of growing as a piece of the Penguins’ young prospect pool alongside Pierre-Olivier Joseph and Nathan Legare. -Poulin’s relationship with new Penguins signee Felix Robert. -What he gained from participating in the Penguins’ Phase III Training Camp this past Summer ahead of the return to play and his thoughts on turning pro next year. -Sports and wellness are a big theme as it pertains to his family’s dynamic.
Penguins Director of Pro Scouting, Ryan Bowness, joins Josh Getzoff in the latest episode of the Scoop Podcast presented by PPG. Among the topics covered: -Ryan’s thoughts on his father Rick’s run to the Stanley Cup Final in the bubble as the interim Head Coach of the Dallas Stars. -Rick’s impact on Ryan getting involved in the game of hockey and creating a name for himself in the sport. -Growing up in Nova Scotia and summer hockey sessions against a young phenom named Sidney Crosby. -Ryan’s transition from hockey player to hockey ops and growing into roles in Atlanta and Winnipeg before joining the Penguins. -Working in the Penguins’ pro scouting department and the onus on him and his team to find productive players for Pittsburgh in the pro ranks. -The approach of the entire scouting staff in leading up to the 2020 NHL Draft. -How scouting potential fits for the Pittsburgh Penguins has changed in the time of a global pandemic.
In the latest edition of The Scoop: Rewind podcast presented by PPG, we take a final look back at the team’s back-to-back Stanley Cup championships in 2016 and 2017 with defenseman Ian Cole. He joined Michelle Crechiolo and Sam Kasan to relive his fondest memories of the two title runs, focusing on the 2017 edition.
Highlights include: -Revisiting his goal in the 2016 Stanley Cup Final. -The team’s confidence level during the 2016 run. -The Penguins’ mindset going into the following season. -Comparing how each championship felt. -Re-watching (and critiquing) the 2017 games. -The fatigue level of the battered blue line in 2017. -Being the common denominator for some big goals.
The special Scoop: Rewind podcast presented by PPG moves on from the 2016 Stanley Cup championship and into the 2017 edition as the Penguins became the first team in the salary cap era to win back-to-back Cups after besting the Nashville Predators in six games. In this edition of the podcast, Josh Getzoff and Sam Kasan talk with head coach Mike Sullivan, who led the team to the consecutive titles from the bench.
Highlights include: -Winning the Cup in 2016. -Challenging his team to go back-to-back. -Dealing with a slew of injuries in 2016-17. -Jake Guentzel and Marc-Andre Fleury’s heroics in the playoffs. -Winning back-to-back Game 7's. -The hardest coaching decision of his life, in which he still loses sleep over. -Chris Kunitz’s clutch double overtime goal. -Patric Hornqvist’s emotional spirit. -The emotions of winning a championship (again).
It’s time for another special edition of The Scoop: Rewind podcast presented by PPG. As our focus shifts to the 2016 Stanley Cup Final against San Jose, we are checking in with players and staff from that championship team. For this episode Josh Getzoff and Michelle Crechiolo welcome in former Penguins forward Eric Fehr, who shares some hilarious stories and fun memories from that run.
Highlights include: - Facing his former team, the Washington Capitals, in the Second Round. - Netting the game-winning goal in Game 2 of that series. - What it was like to score in the Stanley Cup Final. - Coming out of the penalty box to celebrate in Game 6 (and recently getting chirped by Sidney Crosby about it). - His approach to announcing the starting lineups. - His pregame routine with Brian Dumoulin and Trevor Daley. - Playing cards out of the Stanley Cup on the flight home. - A story about Phil Kessel “that had to be told”.
In this edition of The Scoop: Rewind podcast presented by PPG we are looking back at the Penguins 2016 Stanley Cup championship. On this episode, Sam Kasan and Josh Getzoff sit down with former Penguins forward Tom Kuhnhackl, who share stories and memories from the 2016 historic season.
Highlights include: -His first impressions of Mike Sullivan in WBS. -The long road to his first call up. -Growing with his WBS teammates and making the jump to Pittsburgh together. -His heroics against the Capitals. -The Penguins’ fourth line. -Killing three consecutive delay of game penalties. -The successful offside challenge against Tampa Bay. -Winning the Cup against San Jose. -Celebrating his Cup day in Germany.
In this edition of The Scoop: Rewind podcast presented by PPG we are looking back at the Penguins 2016 Stanley Cup championship. Sam Kasan and Paul Steigerwald welcome in former assistant coach Rick Tocchet, who shares his insight, stories and memories of the remarkable turnaround and back-to-back titles. Highlights include: -The arrival of Mike Sullivan. -Being the Phil “Kessel Whisperer” and their $300 Game 7 bet. -The team’s tactical adjustments against NY Rangers. -The union of HBK (Hagelin-Bonino-Kessel). -Back-to-back-to-back delay of game penalties. -Getting the call from Andy Saucier and the challenge that changed Pittsburgh’s fate. -The well-oiled machine against San Jose. -The team’s most underrated defenseman. -Chris Kunitz’s Game 7 double OT heroics. -Reliving victory in Nashville.
In this special edition of The Scoop Rewind we are rolling out a five-part mini-series that looks back at the 2009 Stanley Cup Final against the Detroit Redwings. Josh Getzoff, Sam Kasan, Michelle Crechiolo, and Paul Steigerwald reminisce about the Penguins’ first championship of the current era. Steigerwald and Kasan relive their moments from covering the Cup run with unique, insider perspectives, while Crechiolo gives her point-of-view as a Red Wings fan at that period of time. In Episode 5, the team recaps the Penguins’ historic victory in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final in Detroit.
Highlights include: -The text from Mario Lemieux. -Max Talbot’s pre-game “prediction”. -Penguins’ role players making a difference. -Talbot’s two-goal performance. -Losing Sidney Crosby and the trickle down. -The stressful third period. -A frantic finish. -Marc-Andre Fleury’s redemption.
In this special edition of The Scoop Rewind we are rolling out a five-part mini-series that looks back at the 2009 Stanley Cup Final against the Detroit Redwings. Josh Getzoff, Sam Kasan, Michelle Crechiolo, and Paul Steigerwald reminisce about the Penguins’ first championship of the current era. Steigerwald and Kasan relive their moments from covering the Cup run with unique, insider perspectives, while Crechiolo gives her point-of-view as a Red Wings fan at that period of time. In Episode 4, the team recaps Games 5 and 6 of the Stanley Cup Final, focusing on Game’s 6 dramatic victory that forced a decisive Game 7 winner-take-all.
Highlights include: The Penguins’ disastrous Game 5 loss in Detroit. Mario Lemieux’s presence following the loss. Marc-Andre Fleury’s importance to Pittsburgh’s aspirations. Tyler Kennedy’s role as unsung hero. The hockey gods’ 180-degree swing for Fleury-Zetterberg. “The Piece” Rob Scuderi.
In this special edition of The Scoop Rewind we are rolling out a five-part mini-series that looks back at the 2009 Stanley Cup Final against the Detroit Redwings. Josh Getzoff, Sam Kasan, Michelle Crechiolo, and Paul Steigerwald reminisce about the Penguins’ first championship of the current era. Steigerwald and Kasan relive their moments from covering the Cup run with unique, insider perspectives, while Crechiolo gives her point-of-view as a Red Wings fan at that period of time. In Episode 3, the team recaps Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, focusing solely on the Penguins’ 4-2 Game 4 win at Pittsburgh’s Mellon Arena.
Highlights include: -Setting the scene entering Game 4. -Importance of flipping the script on 2008. -The forgotten part of Evgeni Malkin’s game. -The 5:37-minutes that changed everything. -Jordan Staal’s epic shorthanded goal. -The effectiveness of the Cooke-Staal-Kennedy line. -Marc-Andre Fleury’s game-saving performance. -The momentum swing in Pittsburgh’s favor.
In this special edition of The Scoop Rewind we are rolling out a five-part mini-series that looks back at the 2009 Stanley Cup Final against the Detroit Redwings. Josh Getzoff, Sam Kasan, Michelle Crechiolo, and Paul Steigerwald reminisce about the Penguins’ first championship of the current era. Steigerwald and Kasan relive their moments from covering the Cup run with unique, insider perspectives, while Crechiolo gives her point-of-view as a Red Wings fan at that period of time. In Episode 2, the group recaps Games 1-3 of the 2009 Stanley Cup series, highlighting the Penguins’ 4-2 Game 3 win at Pittsburgh’s Mellon Arena.
Highlights include: -History repeats with losses in Games 1 and 2 in Detroit. -Penguins’ mentality entering Game 3. -The atmosphere in Game 3 (white out, big screen, noise). -Max Talbot’s (first) clutch game of the Final. -The series-changing “no call”. -Overlooked players in the series (Kris Letang, Matt Cooke). -The pivotal third period for Pittsburgh.
In this special edition of The Scoop Rewind we are rolling out a five-part mini-series that looks back at the 2009 Stanley Cup Final against the Detroit Redwings. Josh Getzoff, Sam Kasan, Michelle Crechiolo, and Paul Steigerwald reminisce about the Penguins’ first championship of the current era. Steigerwald and Kasan relive their moments from covering the Cup run with unique, insider perspectives, while Crechiolo gives her point-of-view as a Red Wings fan at that period of time. In Episode 1, the group looks back at everything that led into the ’09 Final, starting with the Penguins’ rebuild and up to the drop of the puck for Game 1 in Detroit.
Highlights include: -The Marian Hossa deadline trade that almost wasn’t -Breezing through the 2008 playoffs -Reliving the heartbreaking Stanley Cup Final loss to Detroit -The coaching change that shook-up the 2008-09 season -The 2009 playoff run through Philadelphia, Washington and Carolina
Get to know new Penguins forward Jason Zucker, who was acquired from the Minnesota Wild on Feb. 10, in this latest edition of The Scoop podcast presented by PPG. Zucker said that his wife Carly, who has a background in media, has tried to help him get away from doing the ‘normal everyday interview.’ That comes across in this fantastic conversation with Josh Getzoff and Michelle Crechiolo that spanned a wide range of topics. Highlights include: - How he’s settling in since the trade from Minnesota. - Trying to navigate the city of Pittsburgh. - Adjusting to the cold after growing up in Las Vegas. - Why Newport Beach is special to him. - His amazing relationship with his wife, Carly. - Having OCD instead of being superstitious. - The incredible inspiration behind his charity, Give16. - Winning the King Clancy Trophy in his hometown.
On the newest edition of The Scoop Podcast presented by PPG, Josh Getzoff and Sam Kasan sit down with Penguins All-Star goaltender Tristan Jarry. It’s been a breakout season for Jarry, who was named to his first-career All-Star Game. All he’s done this year is lead the NHL in every goaltending category(G.A.A., save percentage, shutouts)while setting a franchise record 117:15-minute shutout streak.
Highlights include: -Winning the WHL title and Memorial Cup -Memories from the 2010 Olympics -Tristan speaking about being drafted by Pittsburgh -His development -His friendship with Matt Murray -Franchise record streak -His helmet design -His work with Big Brothers Big Sisters
In the latest episode of The Scoop podcast, Sam Kasan and Michelle Crechiolo open the new decade by looking back at the previous decade of Penguins hockey. The duo, who have both covered the team for the past 10 years, reflect on their favorite memories and moments of the last decade.
Highlights include: -Closing Mellon Arena and opening PPG Paints Arena -Sidney Crosby’s 25-game point streak -Sidney Crosby’s concussion return -Trading for Jarome Iginla -Adding Phil Kessel -First impressions of Mike Sullivan -The back-to-back Stanley Cup championships
In the latest edition of The Scoop podcast, Sam Kasan and Michelle Crechiolo sit down with rookie forward Sam Lafferty – who grew up a Penguins fan in Hollidaysburg, Pa., just two hours east of Pittsburgh. They talk to him about what it’s like to play for his hometown team and much more.
Highlights include: -How he first got started in the sport -Traveling around the Pittsburgh area to play youth hockey -Watching Penguins games at Mellon Arena as a kid -Looking back on some of his NHL firsts -Being teammates with his idol Sidney Crosby -Reliving the Sid Lottery and his own draft day -How it’s been adjusting to life as a pro hockey player -His close bond with fellow rookie John Marino
In the latest edition of The Scoop podcast, Josh Getzoff and Sam Kasan sit down with Penguins forward Jared McCann. Among the many topics discussed were McCann's insane same-day trade to travel to play in Pittsburgh, his mother's battle with MS and teaching Matt Murray to fish.
Highlights include: -His new corgi puppy Cheddar -His love of the TV show Brooklyn Nine-Nine -His introduction to hockey -Playing with the Sedin twins and Jagr -His crazy trade day to Pittsburgh -Playing in the World Championship -His mom's battle with MS -His favorite restaurants
The Penguins hosted the U.S. women’s national team for a unique joint training camp with Team Canada at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex from Nov. 4-10. Team USA forwards and Olympic gold medalists Kendall Coyne Schofield and Kelly Pannek joined Michelle Crechiolo for this latest edition of The Scoop Podcast presented by PPG.
Highlights include: -How they first got started in hockey -Their heroes and role models in the sport -Their experience at the 2018 Winter Olympics -Talking the identity and bond of Team USA -Having some fun with teammate ‘superlatives’ -The challenges they face as women’s hockey players -What it’s been like growing the game -Why they are hopeful about the future of women’s hockey
Jon Taglianetti was meant to be a Penguin. The son of former NHL player and two-time Stanley Cup champion in Pittsburgh Peter Taglianetti, Jon has been a member of the team’s equipment staff for the past 13 seasons. Over that time Taglianetti has gone from a part-time helper in high school to the associate head equipment manager. He shared some of his experiences from inside the locker room on with Josh Getzoff and Sam Kasan on the latest edition of The Scoop Podcast presented by PPG. Highlights include: How he got involved in the equipment business The locker room environment Growing up the son of an NHL player His personal athletic career The best player pranks during his tenure Drinking from the Cup (four times) *Equipment evolution and malfunctions
Ever wonder what it’s like to be behind-the-scenes of the Pittsburgh Penguins? The crew from the Emmy Award-winning In The Room show have seen it all. Two of the show’s producers, Jon Otte and Andrew McIntyre, share their insights and stories with Sam Kasan and Michelle Crechiolo for the latest episode of The Scoop Podcast.
Highlights include: Great in-game mic’d player stories Building trust with the team Attending Crosby’s Cup party Being in the locker after winning the Stanley Cup Following McCann and Bjugstad’s same-day trade and play Intimate moments with Matt Cullen, Sidney Crosby, Marc-Andre Fleury and more
Hockey season is back. And so is The Scoop Podcast with Josh Getzoff, Sam Kasan and Michelle Crechiolo. The trio begin the second season of The Scoop Podcast, presented by PPG, with new Penguins winger Alex Galchenyuk. He shares his thoughts on playing for the Penguins, returning to the city in which he was drafted and growing up as a globe trotter.
Highlights include: Being trade to the Penguins Growing up in several different countries and continents Representing the United States in international play Being the son of a hockey father Being drafted into the NHL Sharing his game-day routine, favorite Italian dish and his many tattoos
With the 2019-2020 season getting closer, Josh Getzoff and Michelle Crechiolo are joined by former Penguin and AT&T SportsNet and Penguins Radio Network analyst, Colby Armstrong, in the 12th episode of The Scoop Podcast. The trio discuss the busy off-season of change for the Penguins and how the group sets up heading into the year, while also diving into the many upcoming theme nights scheduled for home games at PPG Paints Arena this season.
Highlights include: Armstrong discusses one of his newest roles: coaching his son's youth hockey team The group defines the "Harder to play against" mantra, and sizes up how the Penguins have helped themselves in that area with the moves made this off-season Josh, Michelle and Colby dive into the many different theme nights scheduled for this season The three look back on theme nights of past years and memorable moments
Pens director of amateur scouting Patrik Allvin joins Josh Getzoff and Sam Kasan to discuss the 2019 NHL Draft, life as a scout, the team’s philosophy and strategy at evaluating talent and shares funny stories of life on the road on the 11th episode of The Scoop podcast.
Highlights include: - Allvin gives his take on the talent in the 2019 draft class - Allvin discusses the team’s scouting philosophy when evaluating prospects - Allvin gives a glimpse into the daily life of a scout, including some horror travel stories - Allvin details how the team assembles their draft board - Allvin talks about how scouting has changed over the past 15 years
Jen Bullano Ridgley joins Michelle Crechiolo and Sam Kasan on this edition of The Scoop podcast presented by Point Park University.
Highlights include: -Jen takes us through her schedule during practice and game days. -Jen explains how she manages the players’ schedules and media obligations for the season. -Sam, Michelle, and Jen talk about working with players like Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Kris Letang and Phil Kessel. -Jen outlines her professional journey from the Walt Disney Company to the Pittsburgh Penguins. -Jen shares advice she received from former Penguins General Manager Ray Shero and Penguins Vice President of Communications Tom McMillan. -Jen discusses how she has overcome challenges as a woman in professional sports.
Pens center Evgeni Malkin joins Sam Kasan to recap his incredible 13-year NHL career that includes three Stanley Cups, two scoring titles, an MVP, playoff MVP and reaching 1,000-career points on the ninth episode of The Scoop podcast presented by Point Park University.
Highlights include: -Malkin discusses reaching 1,000 points -Malkin looks back on getting drafted and realizing his dream to play in the NHL -Malkin picks his favorites career goals -Malkin discusses his legacy -Malkin talks about being a father to son, Nikita -Sam, Michelle and Josh recount Malkin’s biggest career highlights with goal calls -Sam describes Malkin’s escape from Russia to join the Penguins -The Scoopers discuss Malkin’s personality
Two-time Stanley Cup-winning goaltender Matt Murray joins Sam Kasan and Michelle Crechiolo on the eighth episode of the Scoop podcast presented by Point Park University.
Highlights include:
-Matt reflecting back on the first time he played goalie as a kid -Talking about why he wanted to be a goalie and the mental part of it -Breaking down his sense of style and interest in fashion -Getting into his obsession with HGTV -Ranking movies and Matt’s love for Miracle -How he stays busy by taking college courses, cooking classes and piano lessons -The inspiration behind starting his charity program, “Saves MATTer”
Jake Guentzel and his father Mike join Josh Getzoff and Sam Kasan on the seventh episode of the Scoop presented by Point Park University. Michelle Crechiolo appears later in the show to talk about Jake’s superstitions and visiting him this summer in Minnesota.
Other highlights include: -Mike reflecting back on when he realized Jake had a real future in hockey -What it was like for them when Jake got drafted by the Penguins -Reliving his first NHL call-up and NHL debut -Debating who is the best golfer in the Guentzel family -Joking about Jake’s cleaning habits and him living with his parents and brother -Jake talking about his book report on Sidney Crosby and their relationship
Zach Aston-Reese joins Josh Getzoff, Sam Kasan, and Michelle Crechiolo on the sixth episode of The Scoop presented by Point Park University. The gang talks about a variety of topics, including Zach discussing his connection to Pittsburgh and growing up a Pens fan, his decision to sign with the team, and the story behind his tattoos (and potentially designing one for Josh).
Dana Heinze sits down with Sam Kasan, Michelle Crechiolo and Josh Getzoff on this episode of The Scoop presented by Point Park University. Dana talks about how he became an equipment manager, what a typical day is like for him, and his thoughts on sharing behind-the-scenes photos on Twitter.
Just Schultz joins Josh Getzoff, Sam Kasan, and Michelle Crechiolo on the fourth episode of The Scoop presented by Point Park University. The group talks about how Justin stays busy following his surgery, he and his teammates love for video games, as well as Justin's thoughts on the 'Schultz Chug' Stanley Cup Parade memes.
Kris Letang and Paul Coffey join Josh Getzoff and Sam Kasan on episode 3 of The Scoop presented by Point Park University. Kris and Paul talk about their off-ice relationship as well as on-ice strategy. Paul also shares some great stories about playing with Mario Lemieux and hockey in the late 1980s/early 1990s.
Dan Potash joins Michelle Crechiolo, Josh Getzoff, and Sam Kasan on episode 2 of The Scoop presented by Point Park University. Dan talks about his first ever TV job, how he met Sidney Crosby, establishing a rapport with the team, and how he goes about finding unique angles and stories to share with the fans.
Mike Lange joins Michelle Crechiolo, Josh Getzoff, and Sam Kasan on the inaugural episode of The Scoop presented by Point Park University. Mike discusses his game schedule for the season, his favorite types of food and music when on the road, and broadcast tips from his 40+ years in the NHL.