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Breakfast with Benz: A TribLIVE sports podcast

Pittsburgh Tribune Review columnist Tim Benz has been covering Pittsburgh sports since 2001. Along with writing for TribLIVE, he is a Steelers radio host on FOX Sports Radio Pittsburgh 970 AM, a contributor on WTAE-TV, WDVE and WXDX-FM. Plus he is a play-by-play announcer for Duquesne football/basketball and Robert Morris University hockey.Tim's Monday-Friday podcasts will cover everything going on with the Pittsburgh sports scene, fantasy sports, and gambling.

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  1. 1000

    Madden Monday (7/27)-- Steelers training camp arrives, Pirates woes, Jason Robertson's future

    in this week;s Mdden Mondaypodcast, MArk Madden and I Steelers traini n camp arrives, Pirates woes, Jason Robertson's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 999

    Breakfast With Benz Baseball podcast (7/24)--Pirates host crucial wild card homestand

    Kevin Gorman joins me for this week's Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast to discuss the Pirates' road trip to Cleveland and New York, bullpen woes, trade prospects and a major homestand against Chicago and Arizona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 998

    Fantasy Sports podcast (7/22)--Bucs beat Gerrit Cole; QB thoughts pre camp; World Cup wrap

    This week's Fantasy Spprts Podcast with Jeff Erickson dives into the pre-draft QB talk, the Pirates-Yankees series, British Open fantasy results, World Cup payoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 997

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (7/22)--Final look at Steelers before Latrobe

    Tim Benz and Chris Adamski get ready for next week's start for Steelers training camp 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. 996

    Breakfast With Benz podcast (7/21)--Gerrit Cole, David Bednar, and Mason Miller in New York?

    Chris McMonigle of WFAN in New York joins me to talk about the Pirates-Yankees series at Yankee Stadium. We discuss Gerrit Cole's injury recovery, David Bednar's hot streak and the idea of the Yankees pursuing Mason Miller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 995

    Madden Monday (7/20)--Spain wins World Cup; Jason Robertson talk; Pirates win in Cleveland

    This week's "Madden Monday" features a recap of Spain's win in the World Cup, conversation about the Penguins' offseason, potential Pirates trade hang-ups, the Bucs' series win in Cleveland, Steelers training camp and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. 994

    Breakfast With Benz off-season podcast (7/17)--Steelers defensive perception; Howard vs. Rudolph; McCarthy's assistants

    In this week's offseason podcast, Chris Adaski joins me to talk about Steelers training camp changes, defensive perception, Will Howard vs. Mason Rudolph, & Mike McCarthy's assistants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. 993

    Breakfast with Benz Golf podcast (7/15)--The Open Championship

    Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio joins me for a full preview of The Open Championship in England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  9. 992

    Fantasy Sports podcast (7/15)--Jeff Erickson of RotoWire

    Jeff Erickson of RotoWire has British Open picks, post-All-Star Game fantasy baseball talk, World Cup conversation and Cee Dee vs. Pickens debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  10. 991

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (7/15)--All Star Game thoughts; Paul Skenes talk; Oneil Curz's future

    Tim Benz and Kevin Gorman talk abotu Oneil Cruz's future, the All-Star Game, the Fox broadcast, trade ideas, Paul Skenes and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  11. 990

    All-Star Game podcast (7/14)--Freddy Sanchez & Jason Bay

    Former Pirates All-Stars Freddy Sanchez and Jason Bay join me to share memories of the 2006 All-Star Game at PNC Park Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  12. 989

    Madden Monday (7/13)--Pirates sweep Brewers; World Cup reaches semis; Jason Robertson talks

    This week's Madden Monday podcast looks at some declining Steelers defenisve players, the Pirates sweep of Milwaukee, the Jason Robertson chatter and the World Cup final four. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  13. 988

    Beyond the Bylines (7/10)--Bucco bullpen trauma; T.J. Watt's decline

    Tim Benz and Joe Starkey are traumatized by Pirates pitching, they have thoughts on T.J. Watt, great Pitt performances, seeing movies alone, eye-bag treatments, old Penguins memories, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  14. 987

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (7/10)--Jared Jones 6 perfect innings; Mitch Keller mess

    Kevin Gorman and Tim Benz talk abotu the mess that has become of the Pirates bullpen, Mitch Kellers problems, Jared Jones 6 pefect innings, the dradtg and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  15. 986

    Fantasy Sports podcast (7/9--Jeff Erickson of RotoWire

    Jeff Erickson of RotoWire gives us IDP fantasy draft insight, early RB rankings, hot and cold Pirates, closer converstaions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  16. 985

    Breakfast with Benz offseason podcast (7/8)--Joey Porter Jr. contract strategy; primetime preseason

    Chris Adamski joins me for our weekly offseason podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  17. 984

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (7/8)--Pens early offseason; Ovi's future; RFA strategy

    Brian Metzer joins me for the last time this summer to talk Pens hockey before the offseason break. We dicuss hole son the blueline, RFA signings, potetnial big fish that Kyle Dubas could land, Alex Ovechkin's future and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  18. 983

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (7/3)--Pirates visit Nats; Paul Skenes problems

    Kevin Gorm and Tim Benz discuss Paul Skenes' recent woes, the Pirates' upcoming series in Washington and bullpen problems across MLB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  19. 982

    Madden Monday (7/6)--Pens offseason; Bucs All-Star snubs; Balogun suspension lifted

    In this week's Madden Monday podcat, Mark Madden and Tim Benz talk about the Penguins' offseason, All-Star snubs for the Pirates, and Flo Balogun's suspension being lifted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  20. 981

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (7/2)--Steelers vs Ravens talk; Brendan Sorsby resolution; Aaron Rodgers influence

    Chris Adamski of TribLive joins me for this weeks offseason podcast. Steelers vs Ravens talk. Brendan Sorsby resolution. Aaron Rodgers' influence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  21. 980

    Fantasy Sports Podcast (7/2)--First Football draft; Paul Skenes has problems; hot Phillies and Cubs

    Jeff Erickson of RotoWire talks about about his first Fatasy Football draft of the year, Paul Skenes' troubles, red hot Cubs and Phillies, World Cup Talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  22. 979

    Beyond the Bylines (7/2)--Paul Skenes is a mess; soccer; Pens offseason

    In this week's Beyond and Bylines with Tim Benz and Joe Starkey discuss the World Cup. They analyze Paul Skenes' struggles and Penguins offseason moves, and Joe's weeps over dogs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  23. 978

    Breakfast With Benz hockey (6/30)--Pens draft the Ruck twins; Kyle Dubas' plans

    Brian Metzer of the Penguins Radio Network joins me to discuss the Penguins draft weekend, Kyle Dubas' free agnet strategy and the trade market across the NHL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  24. 977

    Madden Monday (June 29)--Steelers 2026 outlook, Penguins draft approach

    In this week's Madden Monday podcast, Mark Madde and I discuss the philosophical differences between Mike Tomlin and Mike McCarthy. We also dive into the Pirates’ frustrating series against the Cincinnati Reds, Paul Skenes’ bland season, the Penguins draft weekend decisions, NHL trades, new Penguins’ ownership and Team USA’s chances in what’s left of the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  25. 976

    Breakfast With Benz Baseball podcast (6/26)--Don Kelly's decisions; Pirates RISP hitting; health updates

    In this week's baseball podcast, Kevin Gorm of Trib Live joins us to examine Don Kelly's managerial decisions, the Pirates RISP production, a series win vs Seattle and heath updates for Spencer Horwitz, Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  26. 975

    Beyond the Bylines w/ Joe Starkey (6/26)--New Pens ownership; Draft night moves; Don Kelly's decision making

    Joe Starkey and I discuss some draft strategy and trade possibilities for the Pittsburgh Penguins at the draft. We also get into the ownership change with the Pens, blame that has been heaped on Don Kelly’s shoulders , bad playoff memories for the Steelers, bee stings, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and hotel space in Pittsburgh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  27. 974

    Fantasy Sorts podcast (6/25)--Pirates-Reds; NFL offseason; World Cup; U.S. Open fallout;

    Jeff Erickson of RotoWire joins me for our weekly fantasy sports podcast discussing Wyndham Clark at the US Open, the World Cup, Pirates baseball, football moves, Brendan Sorsby fall out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  28. 973

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (6/24)--Brendan Sorsby blocked; Torrey Smith rips Big Ben; NFL expansion

    Chris Adamski and Tim Benz discuss the latest chapter in the Brendan Sorsby saga; Torrey Smith ripping Ben Roethlisberger; the power rankings of the AFC North and the notion of NFL expansion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  29. 972

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (6/24)--Penguins officially sold; NHL draft preview

    Brian Metzer and Tim Benz talk about som big NHL trades, the upcoming draft, and the Penguins' sale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  30. 971

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (6/23)--Full NHL draft preview

    NHL.com draft expert Adam Kimelman joins the podcast to preview this weekend's selection process in Buffalo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  31. 970

    Madden Monday (6/22)--Huge hockey trade; Pens offseason outlook; Pirates rough weekend

    In this weekend's "Madden Monday" podcast, Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss the World Cup, a huge hockey trade, the Penguins' offseason plans, Brendan Sorsby, Paul Skenes, and the Pirates catching situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  32. 969

    Beyond the Bylines (6/19)--Pirates, Steelers, Penguins

    Joe Starkey and I debate the merits of the Steelers perhaps spending a supplemental draft pick on quarterback Brendan Sorsby. We also discuss the idea of load management for Evgeni Malkin. We reject the notion of NFL expansion while encouraging all sports to contract their schedules. And we kick around the latest proposal from Major League Baseball to change its pay structure and entry draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  33. 968

    Pittsburgh LaxCast (6/16)--Our season Finale; "Bear" Davis; Mars wins a State title

    It's our final Pittsburgh LaxCast. We are joined by former RMU coach "Bear" Davis, we talk about Mars' State title, and a first in college lacrosse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  34. 967

    Breakfast With Benz golf podcast (6/16)--Previewing the 2026 U.S. Open

    Brian Taylor of Real Golf Radio joins me to discuss the upcoming U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, Brooks Koepka's injury, course layout vs. Oakmont, J.J. Spaun's chances to repeat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  35. 966

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (6/15)--Jordan Staal wins the Conn Smythe; Pens offseason plans

    Brian Metzer of the Penguins radio network joins me to talk about the Penguins' offseason plans, Jordan Staal winning the Stanley Cup again, John Torotrella's future and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  36. 965

    Madden Monday (6/15)--Pirates struggles w/ Paul Skenes continue; Pens trade talk; World Cup

    Tim Benz and Mark Madden talk about the slumping Pirates, Paul Skenes' rut; Penguins trade speculation, World Cup conversation; Knicks fan hysteria and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  37. 964

    Beyond the Bylines (6/12)--Pirates pitching issues; NBA/NHL finals, Steelers moves

    Joe Starkey and Tim Benz discuss Mitch Keller's problems, the run of recent Steelers signings, great NHL Stanley Cup Finals of year's gone by, Shohei Ohtani's place in baseball history, Knicks-Spurs and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  38. 963

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (6/12)--Pirates get red hot Marlins after 1-5 stretch vs. NL's best

    Tim Benz and Kevin Gorman of Trib Live talk about, among other things, Mitch Keller's problems, the catching situation, the upcoming Marlin's series, the bullpen and costly injuries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  39. 962

    Fantasy Sports podcast (6/11)--MLB closer talk; Pirates-Dodger; QB contract talk

    This week's fantasy sports podcast with Jeff Erickson looks at daily fantasy leagues for the World Cup, the upcoming US Open, MLB and NFL Qb talk too Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  40. 961

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (6/11)--Stelrs wrap up OTAs; off-season spending

    Chris Adamski and I talk about the Steelers ending there organized team activities and some of their offseason spending strategy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  41. 960

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (6/10)--Pierre McGuire on 105.9 The X

    Pierre McGuire joined me on 105.9 The X Tuesday to talk about the Stanley Cup Final, Pens trade prospects, great Cup Finals of years gone by and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  42. 959

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (6/10)--Jordan Staal shines; Pens offseason trade prospects

    Jordan Staal is making a Conn Smythe push. The Stanley Cup Final is insane. The Pens have some trade possibilities, and more with Brian Metzer in our weekly hockey podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  43. 958

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (6/9) --Bucs turned Dodgers PxP man Tim Neverett

    Former Pirates PxP broadcaster Tim Neverett joins me to discuss calling the last two World Series with the Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani, Paul Skenes, the 2013-15 Pirates, MLB economics and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  44. 957

    Breakfast With Benz podcast (6/8)--Best Pittsburgh teams that didn't win a title

    All Pittsburghers know that the the 1976 Steelers and the 1993 Penguins are the two best Pittsburgh sports teams that didn't win a title. But what other teams in Pittsburgh history qualify? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  45. 956

    Madden Monday (6/8)--Steelers handing out big contracts; Pirates swept in ATL; World Cup preview

    In this weekend's "Madden Monday" podcast, Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss the contracts from the Steelers for Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington. They also get into the wild Stanley Cup Final, the Pirates being swept in Atlanta and soccer's World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  46. 955

    Breakfast With Benz baseball podcast (6/5)--Paul Skenes' struggles; the Mlodzinski-Jones piggyback worked

    Today's baseball podcast looks at Paul Skenes' issues, bullpen struggles, ABS trickle down effect, Jones + Mlodzinski = W in Houston, Henry Davis' future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  47. 954

    Fantasy Sports Podcast (6/4)--Jeff Erickson of RotoWire

    In this week's fantasy sports podcast, Jeff Erickson of RotoWire breaks down Paul Skenes' issues of late. Other aces shine. Ups and downs on the Phillies. Same for San Diego. Big Steelers signings. WR movement to. AJ Brown to New England. Myles Garrett to L.A. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  48. 953

    Breakfast With Benz offseason podcast (6/3)--Nick Herbig's new contract; T.J. Watt's new attitude; Alex Highsmith's new team?

    Chris Admaski and Tim Benz discuss the future of the Steelers OLB position after Nick Herbig gets a new contract, trade rumors swirl around Alex Highsmith, and T.J. Watt makes an interesting admission about his time in Mike Tomlin's defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  49. 952

    Breakfast With Benz hockey podcast (6/2)--Previewing the Stanley Cup Final; Pens UFA plans; WSB in conference finals; World Championships,

    In this week's hockey podcast with Brian Metzer, Tim and Brian discuss the upcoming Stanley Cup Final. They also look at the Pens' plans for unrestricted free agency, the World Championships and the WSB run to the Calder Cup semifinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  50. 951

    Madden Monday (6/2)--Carmen Mlodzinski's power play; MLB CBA reality check; Big Ben on Drew Allar

    In this week's Madden Monday podcast, Tim Benz and Mark Madden discuss the Pirates drama surrounding Carmen Mlodzinski, the team's sweep of Minnesota, Ben Roethlisberger's critique of Drew Allar, the state of the Penguins after Evgeni Malkin's contract signing, and Gret Van Fleet's new single Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Pittsburgh Tribune Review columnist Tim Benz has been covering Pittsburgh sports since 2001. Along with writing for TribLIVE, he is a Steelers radio host on FOX Sports Radio Pittsburgh 970 AM, a contributor on WTAE-TV, WDVE and WXDX-FM. Plus he is a play-by-play announcer for Duquesne football/basketball and Robert Morris University hockey.Tim's Monday-Friday podcasts will cover everything going on with the Pittsburgh sports scene, fantasy sports, and gambling.

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Pittsburgh Tribune Review columnist Tim Benz has been covering Pittsburgh sports since 2001. Along with writing for TribLIVE, he is a Steelers radio host on FOX Sports Radio Pittsburgh 970 AM, a contributor on WTAE-TV, WDVE and WXDX-FM. Plus he is a play-by-play announcer for Duquesne...

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