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 ..read 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 ..read more

 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 ..read more

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 Philadelphi ..read 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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 gr ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more