Mark Madden

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Penguins fell to the Rangers in game 7 last night, to officially mark the end of an era that has really been dead since the end of 2018. Mark talks about the game, what some of the players said after the loss, and much more. Jay Caufield joins the show to talk about the Penguins defeat at the hands of the Rangers, what went wrong in the series, would it have been different if Crosby didn’t miss 4 and a half periods of hockey, and what changes might be on the horizon for the team.No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark MAdden Tim talks some more Steelers and PEnguins game 6 tonight We then start The Hockey Night Show ahead of Game 6 at PPG tonight. Arthur Staple who covers the Rangers for The AThletic joins to kick off the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim continues talking Pens and Rangers Tim talks a little Steelers schedule and invites Mike Prisuta onto the show to discuss Pens Rangers and Kenny Picketts practice today on the South Side.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim gives you keys for the Penguins tonight for game 6 Colby Armstrong joins the show to lend his expertise ahead of what Tim thinks is a must win for the PenguinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim resets the topics surrounding the Penguins loss last night and the loss of Crosby. He also talks about how crucial it is for them to end this series tomorrow at PPG. Tim digs into the Big Ben “bad blood” narrative and plays back what Gerry had to say on this program yesterday as well as what Ben had to say on the DVE morning show recently. Seth Rorabaugh joins the show to give his thoughts on the Trouba hit, the game yesterday and the Pens prospects of wrapping things up in 6 or if they’d have any shot in a game 7 at MSGSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Mark joins his own show as he calls in to talk about the game last night, share his thoughts on the Trouba hit on Sid, and if the Penguins can possibly still win this series if there is no Crosby. Tim then gets into how he thinks game 7 with no Sid is almost hopeless making tomorrow night that much bigger, and who he has faith in stepping up more, Geno or Jake. He then hits the phone lines to take calls from Penguins fans about the upcoming prospect of winning just one of the next two games without the captain. Tim then brings some historical perspective to the hit that took Crosby out and other moments in Penguins history where a cheap shot has taken out one of the team’s star players. Tim wraps up the hour with some schedule restructure talk out of college football, and how Pitt feels about the proposal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Tim opens by talking all about the game last night and hit that took out Sid. We hear what Sully and Trouba had to say about the play. Tim continues to talk about the hit and takes calls on the Rangers going dirty, and if Malkin or Guentzel can carry the team to a win in game 6 We then welcome Josh Yohe onto the show for his usual hit. Josh shares his thoughts following game 5 last night and he and Tim look ahead to the Penguins trying to overcome a mountain of injuries to get a fourth win and end the series Tim ends the hour by sharing a stat from last night’s Penguins game that caught his attentionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about the people wanting to keep Domingue into the net instead of giving it right back to Jarry whenever he’s ready. Ask Mark Anything moves up a few minutes because we have to make way for the Get Go Hockey Night Show ahead of Penguins and Rangers Game 5 tonight. Jesse Marshall joins the show to talk about the topics surrounding the Rangers and Penguins series as we draw ever closer to game 5 and the chance for the Penguins to eliminate the Rangers at MSG Mark leads you right into the Pens radio network pregame before the puckdrop tonight!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about his biggest surprises so far in this series with the Rangers and takes calls on that subject, Igors play and much more as we are cranking up the hockey talk ahead of game 5 tonight at MSG. Mark recaps what Dominik Moore said while working for ESPN in regards to Sid and the way he plays the game, which Mark thinks applies. Comedian Steve Byrne joins the show to talk to Mark about the Penguins start to the playoffs and the series with the Rangers. They also promote Steve’s upcoming show “The God Damn Comedy Jam” Next Friday at Carnegie of Homestead Music Hall. Tickets at librarymusichall.comMark gets back into the Penguins talk to wrap things up in the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Pens and Rangers game 5 tonight at the Garden….but another storyline has emerged. Bad blood between the Steelers and ex QB Ben Roethlisberger? Mark talks about the importance of tonight’s game and how if the Penguins drop it, then the doubt would start to creep in. The Bucco Roundup starts next segment before taking a few calls on the Penguins. We then welcome Mike Rupp onto the program to talk Pens and Rangers. Mark asks how big the win tonight is, what the difference is from the playoffs to the regular season, Igor’s play, Domingue vs Jarry debate, and much more. Gerry Dulac joins the show to talk about the potential bad blood between Big Ben and the Steelers, and the GM search as the team looks to replace Colbert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about Tom Brady's deal with Fox worth 375 million dollars...but noone tunes in to watch the game for who's broadcasting in the booth. Mark takes calls on the pens before Steigy joins the show to talk about being back in the booth last night for the win over the Rangers to go up 3-1 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 Penguins big win over the Rangers and Domingue vs Jarry when Jarry is cleared to return to the net. Stan Savran joins for his weekly segment with Double M talking Pens and breaking down the win that put them up 3-1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Well Well Well... The Penguins kicked the crap out of the Rangers last night, and Igor is COOKED. Mark talks about the game at length, what he liked and the little that he didn't. He also reiterates how Jarry HAS to return to the net when he's ready, no matter what...Mark is then joined by Brian Metzer to recap the big win by the Penguins last night and closing out the Rangers potentially in MSG tomorrow. They also talk about putting Jarry right back in the net when he's ready to go. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark tells you how the biggest factor in this series for the Pens is between the pipes….and it ain’t Domingue or the return of Jarry…We then welcome Woody from The Woody Show onto the program as he and Mark get things amped up for Pens and Rangers tonight as they are live from the Cambria right across the arena. Ask Mark Anything moves up to make way for the Hockey Night Show presented by our friends at GetGo. Dan Rosen joins to kick off those festivities as he’s been in town for the Pens and Rangers series at PPG. Dan and Mark talk about the game 3 win and the Penguins trying to grab a commanding 3-1 series lead tonight. Mark then leads you right up to the Penguins pregame show ahead of game 4 tonight at PPG!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark talks about the game being the best of games and the worst of games on Saturday night…but once Heinen scored the Penguins did something that Mark hasn’t seen from them and didn’t expect them to ever do. He then touches again on how this is one of the weirder playoff series in a long time…going all the way back to the Philly series in 2012Mark opens the next segment for calls who oblige wanting to talk about Shesterkin’s play this series, the EBUG situation, and the Penguins playing a trap to end the game Saturday and protect the lead. Phil Bourque joins the show again In his usual spot as he and Mark react to the game on Saturday night and how the Penguins were able to close things out after blowing the three goal lead. They also talk about the game tonight and just how crucial it is for the Penguins to take the stranglehold and get a 3-1 lead. Mark again discusses the way the Penguins played to end game 3 and how he wants to see more of it as they move forward here against New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Game 4 tonight with Louis Domingue in the net. Mark talks about Rackell and Jarry practicing today and how Jarry has to return to the crease as soon as he can possibly be ready too. With the backup to the backup Domingue in the spotlight of the Penguins and Rangers series, we welcome former Penguins goalie Kenny Wregget on the show to get his perspective on what it’s like to have to step in and try and steal a series. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List. Mark is joined by the Ol 29er Phil Bourque to preview tomorrow's Game 3 in Pittsburgh and lays out the importance of home ice advantage. Ask Mark Anything.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order. Mark is joined by Russell Cicerone of the Riverhounds to recap the season so far and discuss what is yet to come. With DeSmith out for the rest of the playoffs, Mark things with Domingue in goal the Pens really don't stand a chance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue. Casey DeSmith is out for the remainder of the playoffs. Colby Armstrong joins Mark to discuss Domingue's game 2 performance. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about umps in baseball in the wake of Mad Bum getting tossed after one inning yesterday when he got a little mouthy with an ump. Mark gets back into the Penguins game tonight and how Rackell is out for sure but we may see Zucker on the ice tonight. Mark touches on Jeff Carter with a caller and continues to speculate about DeSmith Ask Mark Anything moves up for the Hockey Night Show presented by our good friends at GetGo Jonathan Bombulie joins to really ramp up the Pens talk ahead of game two tonight in MSG Mark then leads your right up to Penguins Network PregameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark goes over some memorable Penguins overtime moments, both good and bad, throughout their history in the NHL Playoffs. Mark reads tweets and takes calls on the Penguins ahead of the big game tonight at the Garden Josh Yohe joins the show for his weekly hit to talk all things Pens and Rangers including the return of Zucker tonight and the mystery around De Smith leaving in game oneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue We got the Penguins and the Rangers game 2 tonight. Louis Domingue vs Igor. How could you ask for anymore. Mark talks about the story lines tonight but how could you focus on any of them outside of Louis Domingue. Eddie Olczyk joins the show to talk about Pens and Rangers game 2, a game that he’s on the call for at the Garden. He talks at length about the mindset of coming off that triple overtime game, the goalie matchup and much more. Edzo also gives us his Kentucky Derby pick for this years race happening Saturday at Churchill downs No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List New York is doing a lot of whining about last nights result against the Penguins Mark takes calls on the Penguins efforts and the only question that is still bugging him is what in the frig happened to DeSmith last night that forced him to leave the biggest moment of his career. Rob Rossi makes his return to the program for an outstanding bout of hockey talk with Double M. Rob and Mark talk about all aspects of the big win last night including DeSmith Domingue, moving forward, and what the Rangers could do to respond in Game 2 Ask Mark Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World OrderMark continues to talk about the Penguins win over the Rangers last night in triple overtime We switch gears though to talk to Steelers GM Kevin Colbert following his last draft ever as the Steelers GM. Mark talks about the path Kevin took to the GM job, his tenure, the most recent draft, and what he’s going to do now that he’s stepped away from the GM role. Mark then talks about the DeSmith injury, and the heroes for the Penguins from last nights game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The Penguins showed last night they had guts…because when it was 2-0 Rangers, or when it was time for Domingue to come in the game…we all thought it was over. Mark talks at length and takes calls on the Penguins game one win over the Rangers…but where do they go from here down to their third string goalie and without two of their top six forwards at the moment. Mike Rupp joins the show for his weekly hit with Mark. Mike and Mark talk about the heroics of Louis Domingue last night, what happened to DeSmith, who was great for the Pens and who played less than stellar, and who from the Rangers disappointed. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about the playoffs in the NHL and how great it was to see McJesus and that rat Marchand lose their game 1s yesterday. He goes over his keys to the series and to game one tonight between the Penguins and the Rangers again. Ask Mark Anything jumps up today as we make way for The Hockey Night Show presented by our good friends at Getgo. Mike Defabo joins to start the Hockey Night show live from New York. Mark and Mike get you set for the game tonight before Mark does an Ask Mark Anything about Hockey to lead you into Penguins and Rangers tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Playoffs for the Penguins start tonight and Mark takes the open to talk about the Penguins success in cores window and how they are the best franchise in the league since the cap was put in place in 2005…so remember that no matter what happens tonight. Then with no one calling for Penguins talk, cause you idiots only care about quarterback, Mark goes to exclusively talking about the Steelers quarterback. He takes calls on who to start and then gets into Devin Bush and his fifth year option on his contract not being picked up. Stan Savran joins the show for his weekly chat. Mark and Stan talk Penguins playoffs game one tonight at length and a little Steelers as well Mark then opens it back up to Penguins talk but also throws out an interesting would you rather regarding Pickett and Willis in the draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Tonight’s the night. Penguins embark on their 16th straight Stanley Cup Playoff run and Mark talks about the team’s matchup against the Rangers and what he wants to happen tonight to get the series off to the right start. He also tries to put Steelers draft talk to bed once and for all…after all they are a seven win team. Jeff Zatkoff, Mr. Game 1 joins Mark on the show to reminisce about his experience winning game one against the Rangers in 2016 while Fleury and Murray were hurt to send the Penguins off on their Stanley Cup run. Jeff also walks us through the mindset of what DeSmith needs to do tonight in a very similar situation. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The XPenguins Head Coach Mike Sullivan joins the Mark Madden Show. Mark and Coach discuss the matchup with the Rangers as the Penguins try to make a run at a sixth Stanley Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Penguins Head Coach Mike Sullivan joins Mark to start the final hour of the program as Mark and Coach discuss the matchup with the Rangers as the Penguins try to make a run at a sixth Stanley Cup. The List Ask Mark Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mike Lange joins the show for his usual hit with Double M as they ramp things up for Pens and Rangers game one tomorrow night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Mike Decourcey of the Sporting News joins to talk about the Steelers draft No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark talks about the three QBs in the room for the Steelers and their part in this potential and probable stink sandwich that will be the position. Ask Mark Anything! The Hockey Night Show takes over the final half hour of the show before Pittsburgh and Columbus tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Matt Hardy joins the show to start the second hour ahead of his show with his brother at the Rostraver Ice Center in Belle Vernon this weekend. Mark then gets back to Kenny Pickett talk and is joined by Tim Benz to drill down deep on the Steelers pick of the Pitt quarterbackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The XOpening Monologue Well Well Well… The Steelers took Kenny Pickett and Mark opens up with how he feels about the pick.Penguins have their season finale tonight against the Jackets as well. Mark takes calls on the Pickett pick and how the public feels about the Steelers latest first round pick. Colby Armstrong joins the show to talk playoffs right around the corner, how it’s probably NY, DeSmith vs Igor, and more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Mark pre-emptively tells the Steelers what's gonna happen if they screw up tonight and they take a quarterback Mark Kaboly joins the show to break down the draft with Double M as we draw ever closer to the festivities, very exciting. 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 Steelers and the draft tonight taking calls on who they're going to take. He talks at length about David Morehouse and his resignation from the Penguins and how his tenure was a monumental success. Mark continues the hockey talk with Josh Yohe as he joins for his weekly segment talking Penguins as the playoffs are right around the corner. Mark talks about the Jefferson Starship show tonight and the band's history to wrap the hourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue The draft is tonight and Mark starts by discussing the Steelers pick and how it should not be a QB. He tells you who he'd pick and how it might take an aggressive mindset to pull it off if you are the Steelers. He of course talks Pens as well and David Morehouse resigning. Matt Williamson our football guru joins in on the show to talk about the draft heavily, including Malik Willis and why Matt likes him so much. They also go over some other dream scenario players for the Steelers to snag. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Jorge talks about the Penguins winning a coaching challenge again last night to go seven for seven....but the game was already in hand so who really gives a frig and it just wasted everyone's time. Mark continues to take calls and talk topics of the day like Pens being slow and the Steelers draftAsk Mark Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Mark keeps talking Penguins being too slow and the Steelers draft coming up. Jorge is joined by Bret Michaels of Poison! They talk Steelers draft, and then get into Bret's upcoming shows and what it's like to be back out on the road again full time after the pandemicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Old. Slow. Done. That's how Jorge describes the Penguins after Edmonton blew right by them last night and McJesus looked like well Jesus. He also gets into the Steelers draft as it's draft day eve. Mike Rupp joins the show to try to make sense of the Penguins looking slow, if they are done, and if there is any optimism for the Penguins. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List Pickett and Willis. Willis and Pickett. The Small School and the Small Hands. Liberty Biberty. Mark talks about those two and the prospect of the Steelers getting them in the first round. Ask Jorge Anything jumps up a few minutes so we can make way for The Hockey Night Show presented by our good friends at Get GOMatt Vensel joins to kick off the show as he and Mark discuss the Penguins and Oilers matchup tonight between Sid and Mc Jesus tonight Jorge gives you the things the Penguins absolutely need to fix in order for them to get their mojo back before the postseason starts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X We finally track down Paul Steigerwald here on the Jorge De Guzman show. Jorge and Stag talk about McJesus vs Sid and look at those two head to head right now in their careers. They get into Sully moving the lines around as well at morning skate today and what that means Stan Savran the Godfather joins the show for his weekly hit with the Super Genius talking a ton of NFL draft with Jorge and touching a little bit on the Pittsburgh Penguins as well. Mark gets back into the Steelers QB discussion to wrap up the hourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Jorge lays it down right from the jump: The Steelers Should NOT draft a QB in the first round come Thursday night. He gets into the Penguins as well as the Oilers are in town and McJesus and Sid go head to head later tonight He touches on the first season of True Detective as well, which he just finished. Jorge takes calls on the Quarterback and the Penguins throughout the hour as wellSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X The List The Buccos have a new mascot, and Marino has just been abysmal this season for the Penguins. He was once considered the Letang replacement, but now he might not even be worth the contract he currently has. Jorge asks point blank, Willis or Pickett who would you pick, and discusses what matchup might be best for the Penguins with a caller. Jorge then reveals something shocking about Crab Cakes and their availability at various seafood joints around town. He also gets into what Tomlin and Colbert said today at their press conference and how we got just a classic Tomlinism from the man himself in reference to one of the QB prospects.ASK MARK ANYTHING!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X New World Order Jorge gets into the first night of the NFL draft and how the Steelers will absolutely take Willis if he is still standing come pick number 20 in the draft. He lists the variables that go into picking Willis Jorge is not an NBA fan, as you know. But he can’t help but enjoy Lebron watching the playoffs from the couch at home and KD and Kyrie just bleeping the bed in round 1 vs Boston. He then gets back into the Penguins and trying to drum up optimism for the team, and he explains why he doesn’t think Malkin can just “flip a switch” like he used too. He breaks down the timeline of the structure breaking down and how he has been the catalyst to that. Doc Emrick, the all time great hockey announcer joins the show to talk about his beloved Buccos and then drill down with Jorge about the NHL as the playoffs loom right around the corner. Mark then tries to add a fourth to his all time announcer list for NHL hockey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Opening Monologue Jorge De Guzman is looking for anyone to tell him any reason why he should have optimism in the Penguins at all heading into this final week’s stretch before the playoffs. Jorge also gets into some draft and QUARTERBACK! Talk, because well ‘tis the season. Phil Bourque makes his bi-weekly appearance onto the show to get his optimistic take on the Penguins, if he has one, will goalie be a problem in the playoffs, Penguins who have been disappointing and more. No QuarterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden A week from today the first round of the NFL Draft will be complete. Do you think the Steelers will take the right person? Do you have faith that they will make the right selection.Are you feeling better about the Penguins after YesterdayTwo Things the Penguins did particularly well against the Bruins last night The Wall play set up three of the four goals…&...The assists before the assistsJoe Rutter from the Trib joins to talk Steelers and the Edmunds signing. The latest on the idiot who picked a fight with Mike Tyson on a plane & Antonio Brown bluntSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Daniel Jeremiah shares his thoughts on Jordan Davis One national media guy wants the NHL playoffs to be expanded. And another wants the NFL draft eliminated. Let’s decide which idea is dumber Matt Williamson on what the Steelers could do at WR in the draft, and what’s happening with the WR trade and free agency market &The Receiver that Matt wants more than anyone Le’Veon Bell weighs in on the Deebo Samuel situation. And did he take a jab at James Conner along the way?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Afternoons 3-6 on 105.9 The X Tim Benz in for Mark Madden Do you feel Better about the Penguins after yesterday&Jeremiah says Pickett to Steelers? One subtle area where the Penguins were excellent last night: Wall PlayScott Burnside joins to talk Guy Lafleur and the NHL Jorge De Guzman calls in to talk Guy and the PensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.