Pittsburgh Sports Memories
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Two lifelong fans take a look at the memorable moments, teams, and characters that make up the storied history of Pittsburgh sports.
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In this episode we will take a look back at 2007 – a year that didn’t see any Pittsburgh sports championships but did see an arena drama for the Penguins, a new coach for the Steelers, a massive controversy for the Pirates, and an epic upset for Pitt football. Also throw in a creepy new mascot, an MVP award, and the muddiest football game of the century, and you’ve got a memorable year in Pittsburgh sports. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will b...
We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. What do the dismal NFLPA rankings say about Steelers ownership? What would Sidney Crosby's presence have changed about the gold medal game? What would it take for Pitt to fire Jeff Capel? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow...
Being a fan can be a truly exhilarating experience. The highs of a championship win can lift not only a fan base, but an entire city, into a great mood. Conversely, the lows can be just as emotionally traumatic. In this episode, we explore some of the players who helped cause that pain. Throughout Pittsburgh sports history, there have been certain players responsible for more than their share of losses — whether through total domination or by saving their best performances for the biggest mom...
What is the difference between a sports figure being revered or reviled? In this episode we will look at the mixed legacies of a handful of coaches, athletes and owners of the major sports in Pittsburgh. In doing so, we will try to determine their true lasting impact on us fans. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with the show: Visit us on the w...
The Steelers and Raiders were two of the defining teams of the decade, opposites in almost every way. Pittsburgh was a homegrown powerhouse built through the draft, while Oakland thrived by embracing outcasts and unconventional talent. The Steelers were new to winning; the Raiders had already captured an AFL championship. Both embodied the brutal style of the era - gritty defenses, punishing hits, and a brand of football so violent it forced rule changes. The rivalry, and the intensity that f...
In our latest episode, we will delve into the history of the most hated role in Pittsburgh sports: Steelers offensive coordinator. Only a handful of men have ever had the distinction of holding this job. Some found success while others struggled, but they all had one thing in common: at least some portion of the fan base wanted them fired! Join us for an entertaining look back at the OC’s you loved to hate. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will b...
We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Is Mike McCarthy the right hire for the Pittsburgh Steelers? Should the Penguins pivot and load up for a playoff run? How does Bill Belichick's Hall of Fame snub impact Ben Roethlisberger's chances to get in next year? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with the show: Visit us on the...
September 15, 2019 marked a turning point in Steelers history. What happened that afternoon didn't just shape the rest of that season, it set off ripples that continue to influence the franchise to this day. The Steelers are now facing a decade-long playoff win drought, lack a franchise quarterback, and are beginning a reset under a new head coach — and it can all be traced back to one moment. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFo...
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. It was the age of being favored to win the Big East championship, it was the age probably finishing fifth in the ACC Coastal. In this episode, we compare two different seasons of Pitt football: the 2010 and the 2018 seasons. We will look at the expectations and subsequent outcomes of these seasons. The consequences of these pivotal seasons changed the course and trajectory of the program in two opposite directions. REWIND is a series of ou...
No two NFL franchises share a connection as unique as the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New York Giants. Linked by family ownership, shared players, and championship success, their stories have frequently run side by side and occasionally crossed paths. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the unique history that binds these two franchises. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram
We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. After a better-than-expected season, how did the Steelers end up at square one again? Will Aaron Rodgers come back next year? Who will replace Mike Tomlin? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram
We’ve all had our moments when we are upset and say or do things that we regret later. Sports figures are no different, and throughout the history of Pittsburgh sports, many players and coaches have lost their cool - sometimes via breakdowns of epic proportions. In this episode, we will revisit some of the more memorable instances of this phenomenon. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes Get our Steelers-Raven...
We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Was this edition of Steelers-Ravens the greatest game in the history of Acrisure Stadium? Can the Steelers beat the red hot Texans in the playoffs? Did the Ravens and Browns make the right call in firing their coaches? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with the show: Visit us...
The short story is a truly American invention, refined by legendary authors such as Edgar Allan Poe, Washington Irving, John Steinbeck, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and even Stephen King. In honor of these authors—and in light of the American public’s notoriously short attention span—we will explore the many varied short stories of Pittsburgh sports, from triumphant to tragic to obscure. So gather up your Adderall and Ritalin and indulge your inner ADHD as we recall the many short stories found throu...
We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Are Mike Tomlin and John Harbaugh both at a similar crossroads this week? Have the Pirates actually turned a corner? Does Pitt's loss in the Military Bowl matter? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram
The 1925 World Series is one of the most overlooked chapters in Pirates history. In this episode, we revisit the dramatic Game 7 victory and spotlight the key players and often controversial moments that led the Pirates to a championship. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be dropping in between new episodes Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover (35% off) Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow u...
We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Was Steelers-Lions the craziest game of the decade? Did the refs do a good job or a bad job last week? Why did DK Metcalf decide to even engage with that guy? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover (35% off) Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram
In this episode, we dive into some of the most fascinating “firsts” in Pittsburgh sports history. Who caught Ben Roethlisberger’s first career touchdown pass? Who was the Penguins’ very first draft pick? Which Pirates players homered in their first major league at-bat? We’ll answer those questions and more, and we will share some unforgettable — and often forgotten — stories along the way, featuring names that range from Honus Wagner to Mario Lemieux to Taylor Swift! Get our Steelers-Ravens ...
We take a break from sports history to talk about what is currently going on in the Pittsburgh sports scene. Is Kenneth Gainwell the 2025 Steelers MVP? Why can't the Penguins hold a lead? Will Pittsburgh celebrate a second unheralded championship this fall? We cover all of that and more in this special bonus episode of the podcast. Get our Steelers-Ravens book here! E-Book | Hardcover (35% off) Connect with the show: Visit us on the webFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram
In this episode, we dive deep into Pitt's wild 2004 football season - a year that would become a turning point for the program. From behind-the-scenes tensions to dramatic on-field moments, we follow Head Coach Walt Harris through the highs, the lows, and the events that led to his controversial dismissal. We also examine how this pivotal season set the stage for a four-year struggle to reclaim relevance. REWIND is a series of our favorite Pittsburgh Sports Memories episodes that we will be ...
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