Mark Madden

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim gives us why life is so weird as a Pirate fan this year, and shares some great insight into Mitch Trubisky Josh Yohe joins the show for his weekly appearance on the program talking Pens ahead of Pens and Isles tonight. Also, you have to hear this "home run" call from the Yankees game last night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim talks a lot of Penguins to open the show. He plays sound from Matt Corral and one of his big Celebrity endorsers, who also happens to be a Steelers fan. He gets into the Pirates and the deal with Bryan Reynolds as well. Tom Gulitti of NHL dot com joins the show to talk a ton of Metro division, who the Pens should want to play, does everyone else want to play the Pens, and much more. Tim talks about a couple of days in Penguins history to round out the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about what is ailing the Penguins, and what they should have done a few years back that would have kept the window open now. Mark then takes Penguins calls as he watches the Reds run it up on Benfica. Sullivans coaching style and the leash he has is touched on as wellDave Molinari the Hall of Famer and Dean of Hockey in Pittsburgh joins the show to talk Penguins with Mark for the first time this season. They discuss what’s wrong with the team, is there a preferred matchup, what is wrong with them in the shootout, Sid’s level of play still, and more. Mark talks about Kershaw being pulled during a perfect game bid, and how the MLB shows it’s ass once again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Penguins are in free fall and Mark can’t remember another time when the team was playing this poorly towards the end of the season. He touches on the Dan Snyder investigation and the trouble he faces as well during the open. Mike Rupp joins the show to discuss the Penguins topics of the day with Mark including how do you fix what’s wrong with them, they’re stumbling down the stretch, and more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The list The USFL is back and so are the Maulers, but they aren’t going to be playing in Pittsburgh Mark then talks more about the Geno suspension and how it might impact the way the team plays, but no matter what he’ll be in the lineup upon his return and rightfully soJesse Marshall of the Athletic joins the show to talk at length about the play of Brian Dumoulin, Geno suspension, and much more before the Penguins take on the Islanders tonight Ask Mark Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark continues to talk the subjects of the day including taking some calls on Tiger Woods, Malkin’s suspension and more. Stan Savran the Godfather joins the program for his weekly hit to talk a ton of Penguins with Double M, but the conversation starts with Tiger Woods and the Bucco Opening Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening MonologueMalkin faces a four game suspension, The Buccos are opening up PNC, and much much more to kick off the show today. Mark gets into the Malkin suspension at length as well as take calls on how much of a con the Pirates are to this city. Jay Caufield joins the program to talk to Mark about the Malkin suspension, the Penguins and Isles tonight, the form of players lately like Jarry and Geno, and much much more.No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List takes a break today as Mark gives Tiger Woods and all of you out there a much-needed refresher course on The Three I’s Mark continues to talk and take calls about his Nutting ultimatum that he thinks the city should present to him. Phil Bourque makes his weekly visit to the show to talk all things Penguins after their split over the weekend, and their poor form of play recently. Ask Mark Anything!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark just rips Tiger Woods to shreds after his weekend performance at the Masters and how he took the attention away from the actual winner Scottie Scheffler. Which prompts phone calls about Tiger and the coverage given to him at the Masters Mark talks about how Sid jump started Malkins linemates when he played with them against Nashville on Sunday. Mark then delivers his ultimatum that the city and the Pirate fans should present to Bob Nutting on the heels of the Post Gazette’s report on what money is being spent on payroll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Penguins split over the weekend, and Mark talks about the two games and results…and how Sid is just such a monster still. One Penguin is a liability more than a help, and you won’t like who it is… The Masters happened, and Tiger sucked. But he stole the show again, and we hear from Scottie Scheffler the Masters champ on what he had to say about TigerHe also talks about the story published in the Post Gazette about the Pirates and what money they use to pay their payroll. Mark reveals which Penguins are disappointing the most on the team right now. Dan Rosen the Senior NHL writer joins the show for what is always a good hit of hockey talk. Mark and Dan talk about what the Pens need to do to snap out of the funk, The Rangers matchup, what is wrong with Malkin, and much more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The List Malkin had to step into the First line role last night, and he just completely bleeped the bed. He then takes more Penguins calls at the top of the hour as fans give their angst at the teams recent form of play, how they matchup with the Rangers, how they can close the gap, and more. David Pagnotta from The Fourth Period and the NHL Network joins the show to talk to Mark about the Penguins from a national perspective and take a look around the rest of the Metro, East, and NHL races. Ask Mark Anything!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks more about Ke Bryan Hayes and the deal the Pirates gave to him before he got hurt in the game yesterday. Mark continues to talk about the Penguins and takes calls from Penguins nation about the team He then gets back into Malkin and how he just hasn’t been good enough Tim Benz joins the show to touch on some Steelers topics like the QB obviously, and Diontae Johnson’s demands. They then get into Penguins talk after the game last night vs NY, how they matchup vs NY and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Penguins got blanked by the Rangers last night, and Igor waved Bye Bye as the teams skated off the ice. Mark talks about the game and the matchup with New York not inspiring much confidence at all after the recent run of games against them Colby Armstrong than hops on the program to make his weekly visit with the Super Genius. Army and Mark talk about the gap between the Pens and Rangers, the Rangers being faster than the Penguins, what needs to change for the Penguins to win in a series, and much more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark takes aim at Ke’Bryan Hayes again as he cannot make that deal make any sense in his mind, for either side in the deal. He gets back to the Penguins and Rangers tonight and how he just will be sick if he sees that same fourth line tonight that we saw vs the Avs on Tuesday Ask Mark Anything comes a half hour earlier than usual, as is the case on a Hockey Night in PittsburghMark then welcomes you into the hockey Night Show presented by our great friends at GetGo. Mark is joined by Mike DeFabo of the PG to talk Pens and Rangers before the puck gets dropped tonight at MSGMark then takes Penguins calls only and leads your right into the pregame show before Pens and Rangers square off tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks at length about the money that Diontae Johnson wants, and if he would give it to him or not. That then leads into Minkah and the deal you have to give him, which is top safety money. Mark then gets back into the Penguins talk and discusses the things they have got to do tonight to get a much needed win over the Rangers Josh Yohe joins the festivities for his weekly hit with Mark ahead of Pens vs Rangers tonight. Talking all things about the matchup, and what the Pens need to do themselves to beat the Rangers tonight and build some momentum heading into the playoffs Mark then talks about KeBryan Hayes left the game in just the first inning after being injured, which is just so Pirates. He touches on Jimmy G and his Subway commercials, before transitioning back to the Penguins and the Rangers tonight and Tigers first round performance and if his body can handle walking the load for the entire tournament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Big game for the Penguins and the Rangers tonight at MSG, and the Pirates signed Hayes to a rather long-term contract, and Mark doesn’t understand why Hayes would lock himself onto this team for that long. He touches on Zucker being out, how he doesn’t want Carter on Geno’s line, and how the stars need to show up big time tonight. Mark continues to talk about Hayes and how he can’t make heads or tails of it. He also is following Tiger as he prowls Augusta in his first competitive tournament since his accident. Paul Steigerwald, AHHH STAGGY, joins the show next as we tee up the Pens and Rangers tonight, the biggest game of the season so far. NO QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark takes aim at ESPN and the way that they cover the NHL, or should I say the lack of coverage they have. He then gets back to Penguins talk and takes some calls on the Pens and the topics of the day. The Mayor Sean Casey joins the show next on the eve of opening day to talk some baseball with Double M, a rarity on this show. Ask Mark Anything!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about Jackie Robinson in his monologue to start the hour, and how he is without a doubt the greatest sports hero that we have in history. The Penguins continue to play the speed game that got them back to back cups, but Mark talks about how this isn’t that team, and they can’t play that game anymore to success. Because it’s clear they ain’t as fast as the Rangers, that’s for sure. Mark takes calls on what he said about Jackie Robinson, The Penguins and a Steelers draft one as well. Mark then gets back into JuJu Smith Schuster on the Slip and Slide and just how immature he still is. The Steelers are good to be rid of him. Mark wraps up the hour talking about how important Zucker is to make the lines fall together and how the Penguins have exactly 6 top 6 forwards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Penguins fell to the Avs and Mark opens with a lengthy talk about the Penguins current state, and that term stale keeps coming back to mind. Mark talks then talks about the Pens surrendering goals right back after scoring them, and Sully being had on some of the line matchups last night. Penguins nation calls in to voice their frustration as well. Mike Rupp Makes his weekly appearance on the program to talk to Mark about the Penguins and the loss last night, the upcoming game against the Rangers, if the Penguins need new guy energy, and much much more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about Lebron and Durant both having their teams in the dumpster and how it’s great for basketball that the douchebags are out of it this year Mark talks and takes calls on the biggest idiot in TV sitcom history. Ask Mark Anything Moves up in the hour for the Hockey Night Show Presented by our friends at GetGoMark is joined by Seth Rorabaugh of the Trib on the Pens and Avs game tonight and the big game this Thursday as well. Mark than leads you all the way up to the Penguins radio network pregame show ahead of the big game tonightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks at length about the under appreciation of Crosby when it comes to the NHL and how he absolutely should be in the MVP conversation. He takes calls on the topic as people agree with him that Sid doesn’t get his dueHe talks some Steelers too before welcoming the Godfather Stan Savran onto the show to talk Penguins, Steelers and really anything that tickles the fancy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue We got the Penguins and Avs tonight, Rangers on Thursday, it is quite the hockey week in Pittsburgh Mark opens up with the Pens, talking the upcoming stretch, how it’s time to get their playoff game going, and much more. He also discusses a major promotional missed opportunity by the Pirates, and the teams opening day starter Mark continues to discuss the speculation of Pickett to the Panthers at 6th overall, and talks about possibility of Coach K returning for another season next yearJosh Getzoff joins the show to preview the Pens and the Avs game tonight that he will be on the call here on the X. Mark and Josh talk the big game tonight, the Rangers matchup, how important the stretch upcoming is for home ice, and much much more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark continues to talk some Penguins and hockey as well as taking calls on the team, and talking some Steelers as well. Mike Lange joins the show for his weekly hit with the Super Genius talking all things PenguinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Mark opens up with some Penguins talk after the loss to the Avs on Saturday in Colorado. Scott Burnside joins the show to lend his hockey expertise to the festivities talkin Pens and NHL with the Super Genius No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark is joined by Colby Armstrong for a lengthy chat about the Pens in his weekly visit to the program.Ask Mark Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark discusses the UNC Duke game and rivalry. Mark is joined by Pittsburgh rock legend Donnie Iris ahead of his show this Saturday at the Roxian. Mark talks some football but not too much and takes a couple calls on the Penguins as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Mark talks Penguins big OT win with Geno's goal sealing the deal, but how there was still some holes evident, and Zucker is injured again. Brian Metzer joins the show to break down the game in depth with Mark, talk about what to do with the top 6, where do you put the slumping players, and much more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about Eric Church the country music star cancelling his show at the last minute to go to the Final Four on Saturday. Mark then calls for Penguins calls, and they deliver to talk about the Rangers matchup and much more with the Penguins lineup with the Super Genius. Mark talks about the Steelers building for the future as in two or three years down the road and how that is a good idea because there is no chance they make the playoffs this year. Ask Mark Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks at length about the con that is the Pirates in this town and how the fans and mark media just eat it up and upMark then talks more about the Pirates and takes some calls about the situation. Jonathan Bombulie of the Tib joins the show to break down Penguins and Rangers matchup and touch on the Wild game tonightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Hillbilly Prince is at it again. The Pirates are shopping Bryan Reynolds, their best player, and Mark talks about how it’s the same old Pirates and the same old song from the stooge media. Mark gets into Penguins talk ahead of Pens and Wild and ahead of pens debuting their new line combos, specifically the second line, which has all the help Malkin could ever need. Josh Yohe joins the show from lovely Minnesota to talk Penguins ahead of the game tonight vs the Wild talking the new line combos, Rackells start on the team, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List The elusive Joe Mullen finally joins the show! They talk about his career both player and coach, talk about how he is still playing now, and much more. Mark takes one quick second to talk Pirates and just how the song never changes when it comes to that franchise but gets back to more hockey talk and hockey calls. Ask Mark Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark continues to take calls all hour long and talk Penguins wall to wall this hour. He goes over the changes he would make and talks about the changes they did make today at practiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue That Penguins game vs New York didn’t exactly go as planned yesterday….Mark talks at length in his open about what the Penguins need to do to give themselves the best chance possible against New York in a playoff series. Mike Rupp joins the show to add his expertise into the mix, and answer questions like are the Rangers better than the Penguins, are they faster, what do the Penguins do to switch things up, and much much more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Ask Mark Anything! The Hockey Night Show Presented by GetGo! Bob Errey joins the show to talk Pens and Rangers before the big game tonight!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark spent an entire hour talking Penguins at length and got zilch as far as calls are concerned, so you know what that means…. QUARTERBACK!He then does take a few calls on the Penguins before the big game tonight before welcoming the great Stan Savran onto the show for his hit with Mark talking a ton of Penguins before tonights game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue It’s a big time hockey night in PittsburghMark sprinkles in some NFL news and Steelers talk as well in the open. Mark touches on Kapanen and Carter and the chemistry they seem to be showing at the moment. Bob Errey joins the show to get you set for the big game tonight against New York as he talks Pens with the Super Genius. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about Geno and how he hasn’t spoken to the media since Russia declared war on Ukraine…and that is A-Okay in Marks mind. Mark talks about the Steelers being at North Carolina’s pro day. He takes calls on the Will Smith Chris Rock Oscars slap, the Penguins, and a little Steelers talk as well. Ask Mark Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks in depth about Deshaun Watson being introduced in Cleveland and his press conference on Sunday. He then takes calls on the Penguins, and the Pizza by the slice in New York being so much better than anywhere elseMark takes a call on the Will Smith Oscars slap, and one on Kris Letang and his level of play this season before we get to the Ol ‘29er. Phil Bourque and Double M kick back and forth Penguins talk in their biweekly hit including the blowout loss to NY but win vs Detroit, the play of Malkin, and the ol’ 29er taking over the play-by-play duties last night. Mark continues to talk about how tomorrow night really feels like a big game, the new Geno playing style and more to wrap up the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Penguins slaughtered the Red Wings yesterday 11-2 and Mark talks about how it’s hard to really take anything away from a game like that. He also talks about the slap heard round the world, Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars last night. Of course he touches on Steelers and QUARTERBACK talk as well. Matt Vensel of the PG joins the show to break down the Penguins blow out loss in New York Friday, and their blow out win Sunday against Detroit, Malkins recent play, the matchup against the Rangers, and much more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim talks about Mike Prisutas article about the state of the three professional teams in the city. The Steelers have been to every draft prospects pro day at the QB position so far. Tim plays back what Matt Williamson said to him on what the hierarchy of QBs the Steelers are interested in in this class. The Hockey Night Show presented by Get Go kicks off as Seth Rorabaugh from the Trib joins Tim to talk Pens and Rangers tonight right here on the X. Tim leads you right into the Penguins Network Pregame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden TIm talks about USFL rule changes and how the NFL might wanna take a page and change the OT rule. He touches on something James Washington said on the heels of signing with his new team the Dallas Cowboys. We hear back from his interview yesterday with Jamal St. Cyr on Myles Jack and if he should have the green dot in the Steelers defense. Tim talks some NHL plays and gambling lines in Penguins and Rangers tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim plays something JuJu said that he just can't believe to be true. Colby Armstrong joins the show to make his weekly stop talking Penguins hockey with Benz. Tim shares an NCAA tournament contribution last night from an ex Pitt player in the Sweet 16See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim talks to Jamal St Cyr from News 4 Jax about the Steelers newest inside linebacker, Myles Jack.Tim wraps up the show with a couple of interesting hockey stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim continues to talk the topics of the day and is joined by Josh Yohe to get into some really in depth Penguins talk. The Daily FlairSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim talks about the Penguins falling in the shootout last night and Steelers QB talk to start the show. Matt Williamson joins the show this hour for some in depth Steelers talk with Benz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Ask Mark Anything! gets moved up today as we make way for the Get go Hockey Night Show. Mark takes calls and talks Pens for the last half hour ahead of the Pens and Sabres tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks more about QUARTERBACK! and how the Steelers can't stop going to QB Pro Days ahead of this draft class. He also poses some Penguins questions to chew on as well as wonder who the MVP is right now in the league. Mike Kelly from the NHL Network joins the program to take a peek around the NHL with us. The Daily FlairSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue NFL is runnin wild again with the trades brother. The Penguins also were runnin wild last night against the Jackets. Mark gets into all of that to kick off the festivities. Mike Rupp makes his weekly appearance on the program talking Pens over Jackets last night, the Rackell trade, and much more Pens talk with Mark. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The list Mark talks about Phil Mickelson’s decision to sit out the Masters for the first time since 1994. Mark continues to talk about QUARTERBACK! And does get some Pens calls that come in to switch the topic to something that actually matters. Ask Mark Anything! Bumps up a bit this hour to make way for the Get Go Hockey Night Show! We welcome the great Edzo to the program and Mark and Eddie Olczyk talk all things NHL in the wake of the NHL trade deadline. Mark then leads your right up to the Penguins Radio Network pregame show ahead of the Pens and Jackets tonight from PPG Paints.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about Phil Mickelson holding himself out of the Masters and how that is just wrong. He gets more in to the Penguins but no one wants to call and talk about the Pens, so QUARTERBACK!! Stan Savran joins the show for his weekly visit with the Super Genius to talk about the Rickard Rackell trade, where Stan would slot him in, and talk about the Penguins post deadline and if they are a contender or not. The Daily FlairSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.