"He was really their number one choice."
Two days after hiring Kyle Dubas and roughly 50 days after Ron Hextall got fired, Bob Pompeani has conversation with you about what needs to be next for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Two days after hiring Kyle Dubas and roughly 50 days after Ron Hextall got fired, Bob Pompeani has conversation with you about what needs to be next for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
-We get calls on the Penguins GM search + the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup finals. -Calls on the Pirates/long-term outlook on the team, DeAndre Hopkins getting released from Arizona, and how the Bruins and Hurricanes couldn't win the Eastern Conference. And, do we need to see another solid year out of Alex Highsmith before he gets rewarded a big contract? -A caller chimes in on if Najee Harris can put together a good season, and possibly award himself a second contract with the team....
=Bob opens up the show talking about the Pirates big win Friday and where they sit at the 50 game mark in the season, rule changes in the NFL, NBA and NHL Playoffs and PGA Tour updates including The Block Party being over. Calls. - More discussion about the new NFL Kickoff rule and how Bob doesn't like it and says this is a rule that is moving more into the direction of kickoffs no longer being a thing. More calls on NFL, Steelers Depth and Pirates expectations. -More calls on the Steelers and P...
-Plenty more calls on the Steelers offseason, Trubisky vs Rudolph, Endy Rodriguez and Henry Davis, and if the Pirates can be a true contender this year or next. -More calls on the Pitt athletics and Pirates' catching situation. We also hear from JJ Watt on if he'd return to the NFL, specifically the Steelers. -More calls on the MLB draft and the Steelers QB room. And a couple quick Pomp thoughts on Victor Wembanyama likely becoming a San Antonio Spur.
-Bob discusses everything on the Pirates right now, including their recent success, and a possible Mitch Keller contract. -We take a few calls on the Pirates, Stanley Cup playoffs, and Steelers offseason. We also hear from Mike Tomlin, who joined the Rich Eisen show recently, discussing Kenny Pickett. -More calls! Callers chime in on the Mitchell Trubisky contract, the Pirates 2 of 14 slump, Steelers close games, the Celtics-Heat series, and the development of Kenny Pickett....
In this hour, Bob considers some different reasons why the Pirates aren't as strong starting May as they were in the month of April. Plus, some thoughts on the Steelers after the NFL schedule got released yesterday. (Call availability is limited to show times.)
In this hour, Bob reviews the Steelers' schedule after it was released this week. And he addresses the Pirates' major struggle. Plus, caller reactions! (Call availability limited to show time.)
What in the world is this call about? Try and figure it out for us.
Pittsburgh fans call to share some opinions about several of the Pirates prospects that still have not been called up yet. And Bob Pompeani reacts! (Call availability is limited to the time of the show.)
Bob goes over the schedule of the Steelers and shares his thoughts on how successful the team could be with the way their opponents are lined up throughout the season.
-Pirates, Steelers draft + offseason, Penguins, golf, Kentucky Derby, your calls and more! -Saturdays from 11-1!
-Pirates, Steelers draft + offseason, Penguins, golf, Kentucky Derby, your calls and more! -Saturdays from 11-1!
With all the offense weapons the Steelers have acquired this offseason, Bob assesses how much pressure should be on Matt Canada as he comes into his third season as the Steelers' offensive coordinator.
Bob acknowledges the 49th annual Kentucky Derby being held on Saturday! Do you have any horses you're betting on?
Bob addresses what he believes is the Pirates biggest problem through their five-game losing streak.
A Pittsburgh fan suggests Mike Sullivan should be fired. Do you agree?
Bob Pompeani praises many of the veterans on the Pirates and credits them as a factor in the Pirates' success early in the season.
Bob addresses the rare start the Pirates are off to this season! Can they keep it up long term?
Bob continues to ponder moves that could be made by the Penguins after Friday's major firings, and also some callers make mention of the potential excitement the Steelers and Pirates could provide with some positive signs from both. [Calls for this show are limited to its hours, regularly 11 AM to 1 PM.]
Could Cruz have avoided his injury? Are MLB catcher rules stupid? Find out what Bob thinks! [Calls for this show are limited to its hours, regularly 11 AM to 1 PM.]
Bob addresses some of the crucial decisions the Penguins need to make before situation, and he acknowledges the team needs a GM who is able to make those decisions. Does anybody want to be at the front office command of the Penguins right now?
Bob takes his opportunity to react to the Penguins' firings of Ron Hextall, Brian Burke and Chris Pryor. Also, Pittsburgh reacts to the Penguins, Pirates and Pitt football with its spring game today. [Calls for this show are limited to its hours, regularly 11 AM to 1 PM.]
The Penguins just fired major members of their front office. Now what? Bob has some ideas!
Bob and this Fan caller talk about McCutchen's impact, and they if the Pirates would consider trading him for value if the season heavily declined or if they intend to let him end his career in Pittsburgh.
Bob touches on these three major sports, addressing the Penguins urgent need to win, the Pirates exciting start and the revival of golf interest.
Paul addresses some teams in sports that actually might not want to make the playoffs.
-Penguins, March Madness, Pirates, Steelers offseason, your calls, and more! -Saturdays from 11-1!
-Penguins, March Madness, Pirates, Steelers offseason, your calls, and more! -Saturdays from 11-1!
Bob runs down the major news and events involving the Steelers, Pirates and Penguins!
Bob revisits the different journeys of the Pitt and Penn State men's basketball teams to come one game away from meeting in the Sweet Sixteen round of the NCAA tournament.