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 ...
Feb 14, 2022•34 min•Ep. 48
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!
Feb 09, 2022•34 min•Ep. 47
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 an...
Jul 16, 2021•29 min•Ep. 44
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 a...
Mar 22, 2021•43 min•Ep. 43
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 o...
Mar 17, 2021•54 min•Ep. 42
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...
Feb 26, 2021•37 min•Ep. 41
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!...
Feb 21, 2021•38 min•Ep. 40
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 much more!
Feb 08, 2021•28 min•Ep. 39
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 be...
Dec 07, 2020•51 min•Ep. 38
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....
Nov 09, 2020•51 min•Ep. 37
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...
Oct 21, 2020•31 min•Ep. 36
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 approa...
Oct 02, 2020•49 min•Ep. 35
-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
Sep 25, 2020•38 min•Ep. 34
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 ah...
Sep 24, 2020•37 min•Ep. 33
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 P...
Sep 19, 2020•34 min•Ep. 32
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.
May 05, 2020•42 min•Ep. 31
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)....
Apr 28, 2020•52 min•Ep. 30
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 “...
Apr 21, 2020•38 min•Ep. 29
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....
Apr 17, 2020•41 min•Ep. 28
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....
Apr 15, 2020•51 min•Ep. 27
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.
Apr 07, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 26
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.
Apr 06, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 25
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.
Apr 01, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 24
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.
Mar 30, 2020•54 min•Ep. 23
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.
Mar 28, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 22
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.
Mar 04, 2020•31 min•Ep. 21
Highlights include: Winning the WHL 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
Feb 25, 2020•30 min•Ep. 20
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
Jan 17, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 19
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
Dec 21, 2019•36 min•Ep. 18
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
Dec 05, 2019•43 min•Ep. 17
