Former Penguin Tyler Kennedy joined the show. TK talked about his days on the best third line in hockey and how he fit into his role. How close are the Penguins and Sidney Crosby to a contract extension? TK thinks Sid is in his glory days and he’s already proven more than enough. Tyler thinks they will have to cut the skates off Crosby’s body when he hangs it up. Tyler talked about the motivation factor in Crosby’s play. Tyler said there are a lot of teams in the East getting stronger, but it’s hard to bet against Crosby. What went behind TK’s early offseason schedule?

A report from Paul Zeise suggesting the Pirates could be in pursuit of Taylor Ward as the trade deadline approaches. What would he add to the Pirates offense? As it turns out, he’d be a very nice fit. But is there actually a chance it happens?

PM Team FULL Show 7-9-24

2 years ago, Ke’Bryan Hayes signed an 8-year, $70M deal. It doesn’t look so good right now. Is there actually a thought that the Pirates could part ways with him? Should the Pirates really consider this? It should be disappointing to the player that the organization fired the man that fixed his offensive approach and he’s gone right back to where he started. Would you make the deal?

Can the Pirates halt the house of horrors that is Milwaukee tonight? And who does Dave in Delmont sound like?

Dinner at Wimbledon – A tennis star was unhappy with the crowd.

2 years ago, Ke’Bryan Hayes signed an 8-year, $70M deal. It doesn’t look so good right now. Is there actually a thought that the Pirates could part ways with him? Should the Pirates really consider this? It should be disappointing to the player that the organization fired the man that fixed his offensive approach and he’s gone right back to where he started. Would you make the deal?

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. Greg is in Milwaukee, one of his favorite road trips. Greg answered why the Pirates have been unable to go on a long winning streak but also prevent a long losing streak – something that has gone on for over 50 games. What is the overall feeling when a team has the lack of streaks like this? Greg said the season has been a disappointment through 90 games. Chris asked Greg about the loss of Jared Jones and when we could see him return. Greg said if this team wants to be thinking about the postseason, they have to start winning now. Is Oneil Cruz starting to heat up a little bit? Greg would like to see Cruz out there every single day and not avoid the left-handed pitchers. Greg commented on Paul Skenes being named an All Star and the possibility of him starting the game for the National League.

The Pirates are the perfect picture of mediocrity – the 10 game splits back it up. They haven’t had a winning streak or losing streak of longer than 3 games in 50+ games. The guys also found a staggering stat on Pirates pitching.

Donny Football Debrief – What NFL pair would you ride with on a long flight?

Donny Football Debrief – What NFL pair would you ride with on a long flight?

Pirates broadcaster Greg Brown joined the show. Greg is in Milwaukee, one of his favorite road trips. Greg answered why the Pirates have been unable to go on a long winning streak but also prevent a long losing streak – something that has gone on for over 50 games. What is the overall feeling when a team has the lack of streaks like this? Greg said the season has been a disappointment through 90 games. Chris asked Greg about the loss of Jared Jones and when we could see him return. Greg said if this team wants to be thinking about the postseason, they have to start winning now. Is Oneil Cruz starting to heat up a little bit? Greg would like to see Cruz out there every single day and not avoid the left-handed pitchers. Greg commented on Paul Skenes being named an All Star and the possibility of him starting the game for the National League.

One of the big takeaways from the chat with John was the point he made about Ke’Bryan Hayes and if the Pirates would consider moving on from him sooner rather than later. If the Pirates moved on from Hayes, would you be in favor of it? Hayes is supposed to be a cornerstone piece of this organization and he’s getting worse as time goes on.

Are fans ready to move on from Ke’Bryan Hayes? Do we think Jared Triolo can carry the load? Do all of these issues trace back to Andy Haines?

It looks like Jazz Chisholm is officially on the market if a team is willing to call the Marlins. Should the Pirates be one of those teams? How do things look at catcher in the future?