A drama-free option? Yeah, please, take it! Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…

We’re going live to break down another rough series for the Pirates—this time against the Mets. The offense continues to look lifeless, with the usually-reliable Bryan Reynolds being the main culprit. We’ll talk through what’s going wrong, what changes (if any) should be made, and whether it’s time to bring up some help from Indianapolis with Horwi…

On his weekly Pirates mailbag video, Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles answers reader questions. Among them: What are the reasons the Pirates' offense is struggling so profoundly. Is it a problem with GM Ben Cherington's development regime? Why does Henry Davis instead of Joey Bart catch for Paul Skenes starts? Could hitting coach Matt Hague …

Will prospects have mandated roles? Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

The Philly rivalry’s faded pretty much to black. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…

The Steelers' schedule for the upcoming 2025 season has been released and we're taking a close look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

In this episode of The South Side Beat, Chris Halicke and Matt Williamson react to the Steelers' 2025 schedule release. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Today's episode: Hard to fathom in mid-May, but it's hard to have a feel for what's next for these Steelers Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's three Daily Shot podcasts -- one each on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates -- every weekday morning, plus the all-new DOUBLE SHOT show that follows up at 4:00 p.m. Eastern! Learn more about your ad cho…

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Maceky to react to a busy week in Pittsburgh sports news, which included the release of the Steelers' schedule on Wednesday night. Is the NFL signaling that it expects Aaron Rodgers will ultimately sign with the team by creating a Week 1 matchup with the New York Jets, his former squad?…

'Revenge games' on an NFL schedule? Oh, please. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…

Which Eastern teams are on the way up/down? Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…

Good luck explaining this Bryan Reynolds wreckage. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon…

A lot going on in the AFC North right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Rain delays couldn’t stop the Bucs tonight as Matt Gorski and Jared Triolo each launched two-run homers to lead the Pirates to a 4–0 win over the Mets at Citi Field. Bailey Falter danced out of early trouble, Chase Shugart held the line in relief, and the bullpen combo of Rainey, Bednar, and Santana sealed the shutout. Alexander Canario had a multi…

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's three Daily Shot podcasts -- one each on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates -- every weekday morning, plus the all-new DOUBLE SHOT show that follows up at 4:00 p.m. Eastern! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

Talking Will Howard, the rest of the NFL Draft class, Broderick Jones, overseas football and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

On the Wednesday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo eye potential remaining moves for GM Omar Khan this offseason. Why do trades of high-priced veterans including T.J. Watt and Minkah Fitzpatrick seem unlikely? Even after George Picke…

The ideal 2025 schedule ... Ireland included. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

Guessing at goaltending ... a game that never changes much. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

All this wasted starting pitching ... including Mitch Keller. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…

Is Will Howard, as a QB3 this season, going to get some playtime? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

North Shore Nine Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bro's Tyler and Doug react to another wasted Mitch Keller start as the Pirates fall 2-1 to the Mets. They discuss Donnie Kelly’s early decisions, Brian Reynolds’ struggles, and the continued offensive woes plaguing the team. RSVP to the NS9 Tailgate on May 24th at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ns9-t…

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern. Has the hype for Steelers sixth-round pick Will Howard gotten a bit out of control? How valid are the comparisons between his game and that of Ben Roethlisberger? And what are proper expectations for him in a quarterback room with Mason …

Today's episode: Will the Steelers make the same mistakes in Dublin that they made in London a dozen years ago? Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's three Daily Shot podcasts -- one each on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates -- every weekday morning, plus the all-new DOUBLE SHOT show that follows up at 4:00 p.m. Eastern! Learn more about your ad…

On his weekly Chipped Ham & Football podcast, Post-Gazette Steelers insider Brian Batko welcomes Mark Bergin of the Bleav podcast network to preview the NFL schedule release and what it might hold for the team. What should we make of the already-announced Ireland matchup vs. the Minnesota Vikings on Sept. 28? How many primetime games will Mike Toml…

Let's see those teeth again and bring back the blitz! Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap…

How to address those Tristan Jarry, Ryan Graves contracts? Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

It still ain't on the manager, you guys. Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

How to best become a Super Bowl contender. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

The Pirates drop yet another frustrating game, falling 4-3 to the Mets on a Pete Alonso walk-off sac fly. Jim and Neil break down Paul Skenes’ strong start, the offense's continued collapse, and key moments that swung the game—like Matt Gorski’s struggles, Bryan Reynolds’ slump, and a bizarre coaching decision at third. They also dive into Don Kell…

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. Eastern. What should we make of George Pickens appearing to call the Steelers a "cheap organization" in the comments of an Instagram post — and his subsequent attempts to walk it back? Is there some validity to his statements? Or is this just ano…

Today's episode: Which newbie will show up and show out the most of anyone for the Steelers in 2025? Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's three Daily Shot podcasts -- one each on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates -- every weekday morning, plus the all-new DOUBLE SHOT show that follows up at 4:00 p.m. Eastern! Learn more about your ad choices. V…

Post-Gazette Pirates insider Noah Hiles previews the club's series against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Can Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller and Bailey Falter build on the series win against the Atlanta Braves and stifle a powerful Mets lineup that includes names like Pete Alonso, Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor? And how will Andrew McCutchen, Ke'Bryan…

On the Monday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Ray Fittipaldo react to GM Omar Khan's comments about his receivers at rookie minicamp over the weekend. Does he really believe in the group as constituted, following the trade of George Pickens to th…

The Don Kelly era is officially underway — and it starts with a series win over the Atlanta Braves. In this episode of Bucco Brew Powered by De Fer Coffee & Tea, we break down the Pirates' weekend, the early vibes around Donnie Baseball, and whether this team is actually headed in a new direction… or just riding a short-term boost. We also react to…

Why I like Will Howard (but come on, go easy!) Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm…

Ban the kicks from being goals! All of them! Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…

A fresh start with Don Kelly and a semi-fun weekend? Eh ... Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

Three very distinct chapters to the Steelers 2024 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

The Pittsburgh Pirates walk it off on Mother’s Day! Joey Bart stays red hot with the game-winning hit, lifting the Bucs to a 4-3 win over the Braves. Carmen Mlodzinski got the surprise start and delivered his best outing of the season, giving the Pirates exactly what they needed on a day without Oneil Cruz. Don Kelly improves to 2-0 in games he’s m…

NS9 Postgame Show Powered by Primanti Bros. The Pirates drop another heartbreaker, 3-2 in 11 innings, despite solid pitching and plenty of chances. Jim and Tyler dive into Don Kelly’s ejection, Reynolds losing his cool, and some truly head-scratching late-game decisions. They also touch on Joey Bart’s big night, the latest on Oneil Cruz’s injury, a…

It's been a rough stretch for Pirates fans, and today, Jim Stamm and Gary Morgan crack open a sixer and 'sit dahn' to talk through how a season has already gone so terribly wrong. @piratesfanforum on X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

The Pirates finally delivered a clean, complete game at PNC Park — and we’re breaking it all down. Alexander Canario and Jared Triolo both went yard, Bailey Falter shoved through six scoreless, and the bullpen locked it down as Pittsburgh shut out Atlanta 3-2. We’ll talk about Oneil Cruz’s rocket single, Andrew McCutchen’s clutch RBI double, and ho…

In this episode of The South Side Beat, Chris Halicke and Matt Williamson react to the George Pickens trade and talk about the happenings at rookie minicamp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices由Dejan Kovacevic, Ramon Foster, Matt Williamson

The Pittsburgh Pirates have officially fired manager Derek Shelton — and Neil and Doug are here to break it all down. Was this the right move? Did Shelton deserve to go? And who’s really to blame for the Pirates' disastrous start? In this heated debate, the guys dive into the decision, dissect Ben Cherington’s comments, and ask the big question: wh…

Today's episode: Nothing like seeing the rookies arrive for their minicamp Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's three Daily Shot podcasts -- one each on Steelers, Penguins, Pirates -- every weekday morning, plus the all-new DOUBLE SHOT show that follows up at 4:00 p.m. Eastern! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…

Steelers GM Omar Khan speaks with reporters in conjunction with the team's rookie minicamp at its South Side facility. He explains why the team decided to trade George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys this week; why he likes his depth at WR behind DK Metcalf with names like Roman Wilson, Robert Woods and Calvin Austin III; and why he didn't make a mov…

Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Brian Batko and Ray Fittipaldo recap the first day of rookie minicamp for NFL draft selections and undrafted free agents at the team's South Side facility. Why did QB Will Howard look and sound impressive as he looks to find his way alongside Mason Rudolph and -- possibly -- Aaron Rodgers? What did Derrick Harmon have…

On the Friday episode of the North Shore Drive podcast, presented by Edgar Snyder & Associates, Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Christopher Carter and Brian Batko analyze the team's numerous trades to send former top draft picks away in recent years. Including the deals that have sent George Pickens and Kenny Pickett elsewhere the past two years. We…