Penguins keep Rust, Rakell & Karlsson through draft weekend — but trades could still be coming. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tip-of-the-ice-burgh-podcast/id1497683396 Find us on Twitter: https://x.com/IceBurghPodcast --------...
Jul 01, 2025•14 min
On this episode, the Nick's review all the Penguins’ selections from the 2025 NHL Draft and how they align with the team’s future direction (1:07). They also talk about several key players who were NOT traded over the weekend and what the future holds for them in the next few weeks (20:10). Plus, a look ahead at free agency and what Pittsburgh’s priorities might be when the market opens (32:45). Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAs...
Jun 30, 2025•51 min
Jesse Marshall joins to map out the Penguins' best case scenario at the NHL Draft. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tip-of-the-ice-burgh-podcast/id1497683396 Find us on Twitter: https://x.com/IceBurghPodcast -------------------------...
Jun 26, 2025•11 min
Will the Penguins trade up in the draft to land Porter Martone? We break it all down. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tip-of-the-ice-burgh-podcast/id1497683396 Find us on Twitter: https://x.com/IceBurghPodcast ----------------------...
Jun 24, 2025•6 min
We break down the Penguins’ new assistant coach hires and what they bring to the table (3:15). Then, Jesse Marshall joins the show to preview Pittsburgh’s options in this week’s NHL Draft (13:45)— who could be a fit, what to expect, and how the team might approach the first round. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotif...
Jun 23, 2025•50 min
With Mitch Marner heading to free agency, we look at whether he makes sense for Pittsburgh. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tip-of-the-ice-burgh-podcast/id1497683396 Find us on Twitter: https://x.com/IceBurghPodcast ----------------...
Jun 19, 2025•13 min
Reacting to Dan Muse’s intro presser—early takeaways on his style, message, and what’s next for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tip-of-the-ice-burgh-podcast/id1497683396 Find us on Twitter: https://x.com/Ice...
Jun 18, 2025•8 min
Trade chatter is picking up, and Bryan Rust’s name is starting to surface. We break down whether the Penguins should actually consider moving the veteran winger this summer. (11:16) Then we shift gears to Mitch Marner—he’s heading toward free agency, but would he still make sense in Pittsburgh? (20:32) We wrap things up with thoughts on Boko Imama’s new deal and what it means for the team’s depth and identity moving forward. (31:43) Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playli...
Jun 16, 2025•43 min
The Pittsburgh Penguins are "going young" in 2025-26, but one of their top prospects appears to be leaving the organization. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tip-of-the-ice-burgh-podcast/id1497683396 Find us on Twitter: https://x.com...
Jun 11, 2025•13 min
Kyle Dubas opens up about what’s ahead this offseason for the Penguins, including potential roster moves and team priorities (1:01). We break down Dan Muse officially being named head coach (14:30), react to a Penguins prospect heading to the KHL (23:53), and talk Crosby’s upcoming feature in an Amazon docuseries this fall (34:51). Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------------------------------------------------...
Jun 09, 2025•49 min
The Pittsburgh Penguins have found their next head coach! Dan Muse steps in with an impressive resume and experience across all levels of hockey. In this video, Nick breaks down the hire, shares his initial reaction, and explains why Muse might be the right fit for the franchise’s future. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://ope...
Jun 04, 2025•13 min
The Pittsburgh Penguins officially signed a VERY exciting talent from the KHL over the weekend, inking their 2023 5th-round pick Mikhail Ilyin to his entry-level contract. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tip-of-the-ice-burgh-podcast...
Jun 04, 2025•8 min
The Penguins are closing in on a new head coach — and the finish line is in sight. On this episode of Tip of the Ice-Burgh, we dive into the latest on Pittsburgh’s coaching search, the frontrunners, and what direction Kyle Dubas might take behind the bench (3:23) We also unpack the buzz around a potential trade for Wild center Marco Rossi. Could the 23-year-old be a long-term fit down the middle in Pittsburgh? (18:55) And the Pens add to their prospect pool by signing Russian forward and 2023 5t...
Jun 02, 2025•51 min
The Mike Sullivan era of the Pittsburgh Penguins is over. Sullivan and the organization "mutually parted ways" on Monday following a third consecutive season without playoff hockey in Pittsburgh. Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
Apr 29, 2025•17 min
The Pittsburgh Penguins season is coming to a close, but not before they extend a streak that dates back to 1990. Nick and Nick discuss the historic roster decision (1:01) and close out their 2024-25 end-of-season awards (9:45). Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Ap...
Apr 17, 2025•49 min
It was a weekend of milestones for two of the Pittsburgh Penguins' top forwards. Nick and Nick discuss Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust surpassing their career-high goal totals and debate whether the Penguins NEED to retain them for a playoff push in 2026 (1:15). They also discuss what needs to happen for the Penguins to finish with a top-five pick in this year's draft (12:45). Nick and Nick end the episode with part two of the Tip of the Ice-Burgh end-of-season awards (22:45). Tune in! Check out o...
Apr 15, 2025•48 min
The hockey world lost a fantastic human this week with the passing of former Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Ray Shero. Nick and Nick celebrate Shero's life and legacy by reliving his most memorable moves in Pittsburgh (1:35). They also discuss what's left for Sidney Crosby to achieve this season (10:17) and unveil the first two TOTIB End-of-Season Awards (23:10). Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 --------------...
Apr 10, 2025•44 min
The season is not over yet! Mike Sullivan has shuffled the Pittsburgh Penguins' top lines and may have found the perfect compliment for Sidney Crosby. Nick Belsky discusses what combinations he wants to see and reacts to the Pens growing list of injuries. Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 13 min
The Pittsburgh Penguins will OFFICIALLY miss out on the Stanley Cup Playoffs for a third consecutive season. Nick and Nick discuss the Pens downward trend and why they believe next year could be different (2:32). They also discuss Alex Ovechkin's historic weekend and whether he and Sidney Crosby have earned the right to be on hockey's Mt. Rushmore (17:53). Nick and Nick end the episode discussing one area the Pens NEED to improve if they want to return to the playoffs in 2026 (37:04). Tune in! C...
Apr 08, 2025•52 min
Evgeni Malkin joined the traveling party as the Pittsburgh Penguins began their final road trip. Nick and Nick discuss the value of seeing Geno play before this season ends (6:57). They also look ahead to this offseason with a new edition of 'What's More Likely?' (13:43) and answer one listener's question on the state of the goaltending market this summer (35:05). Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------...
Apr 04, 2025•50 min
Rutger McGroarty and Ville Koivunen are the talk of the Pittsburgh Penguins universe this week. Nick and Nick break down their performance against Ottawa and discuss what they expect to see for the remainder of the season (1:15). They also discuss Boko Imama's season-ending injury and how it will affect his future with the organization (14:10). Nick and Nick finish the episode reacting to Sidney Crosby being named the Penguins' Team MVP for a record-setting 13th time (20:35) and Noel Acciari bei...
Apr 01, 2025•49 min
Evgeni Malkin was a late scratch for the Pittsburgh Penguins last game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Nick and Nick discuss why the Penguins must exercise caution when handling this minor injury (4:08). They also react to the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins officially clinching a spot in the Calder Cup playoffs on a RIDICULOUS goal from a red-hot prospect (9:10). Nick and Nick end the episode looking into the organization's future and deciding 'What's More Likely' to happen with a few pivotal p...
Mar 27, 2025•50 min
Nick Belsky reacts to the Pittsburgh Penguins' awful performance against the Tampa Bay Lightning. He also discusses the importance of Sidney Crosby's next milestone and shares his Three Stars of the Week. Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Qgi 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.ap...
Mar 26, 2025•47 min
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bryan Rust is closing in on a milestone that has eluded him his entire career. Nick and Nick discuss whether he can get over the hump in the final three weeks of the season (1:04). They also discuss Sidney Crosby's continued refusal to age and if he could find himself in Hart Trophy consideration (9:15). They finish the episode with a listener question that proposes a busy offseason and a fan-favorite on the trade block (18:20). Tune in! Check out our latest episodes ...
Mar 25, 2025•48 min
In this episode, Nick and Nick discuss Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok's impressive start with the organization (1:07). They also break down which AHL standouts will have a real shot at cracking the Penguins roster out of training camp this fall (12:05). Nick and Nick finish the episode by looking back to the last time the Penguins played in Sweden and debating which member of that team would help the present-day Penguins the most (25:50). Tune in! Check out our latest episo...
Mar 20, 2025•44 min
In this episode, Nick reacts to the Pittsburgh Penguins' disastrous third period against the New York Islanders. He also reacts to the Penguins being selected for next year's Global Series games in Sweden and shares his Three Stars of the Week. Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dp...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 4 min
In this episode, Nick and Nick break down Tristan Jarry's impressive stretch and discuss the biggest difference in his game (1:08). They debate whether the Penguins are actually back in the playoff race (10:25) and preview the 2025 class of Penguins free agents (20:50). Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spo...
Mar 18, 2025•52 min
In this episode, Nick discusses the new-look Pittsburgh Penguins' third line and how Connor Dewar was the missing link for Blake Lizotte and Noel Acciari. Nick also shares his Pittsburgh Penguins Power Rankings for week 23 of the NHL season. Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjL...
Mar 17, 2025•18 min
In this episode, Nick reacts to the Pittsburgh Penguins win over the St. Louis Blues and how Tristan Jarry continues to redeem himself after a tough season. He also discusses the three prospects the Penguins signed throughout this week. Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqCEXcpGhPx_ijFhVZOT1WVSRtaAsnkg5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xEz2obkC3dpVjLlns2Q...
Mar 14, 2025•17 min
In this episode, Nick and Nick react to Tristan Jarry's impressive return to the Pittsburgh Penguins this week and whether it changes their view of him heading into the offseason (1:16). They also reflect on the trade deadline and grade what Kyle Dubas accomplished in that short 72-hour span (13:30). Nick and Nick finish the episode by looking ahead at "phase two" of the Penguins' rebuild and why it may be coming quicker than many expected (25:45). Tune in! Check out our latest episodes 👉 https...
Mar 13, 2025•47 min
