-So, what really could explain the disappointing stretch the Penguins have been on over recent seasons? Josh dives into that, and we hear from a few players, as well, with their thoughts on the team missing the playoffs for the second-consecutive season. Also, did the Jake Guentzel trade really mess with the team much more than we think?

-More on the Pens' mentality, and a call.

-So, where do the Penguins go from here, especially since Sidney Crosby has one year left on his contract?

-So, what really could explain the disappointing stretch the Penguins have been on over recent seasons? Josh dives into that, and we hear from a few players, as well, with their thoughts on the team missing the playoffs for the second-consecutive season. Also, did the Jake Guentzel trade really mess with the team much more than we think?
-More on the Pens' mentality, and a call.
-So, where do the Penguins go from here, especially since Sidney Crosby has one year left on his contract?

From reaction to the day's biggest news to on the fly reaction as games wrap up, The Fan At Night has all angles of Pittsburgh sports covered for you well into the night.

From reaction to the day's biggest news to on the fly reaction as games wrap up, The Fan At Night has all angles of Pittsburgh sports covered for you well into the night.

The Fan At Night

Hour two: Questioning Pens' mentality, Calls, Crosby's contract

Long Form (multi topic, hourly/full show)

(5-1 Full Show with Matt Koll)

We begin with my nickname. Matt is not a fan of "Nellie" with Joel Nelson also being in the Audacy Pittsburgh fold. Other nicknames are discussed. 'Tuna', after Charlie Tuna, is thrown around first. Matt then begins with the Pirates and what we have in store for tonight. Bryant McFadden joins us at 8:30. The Pirates were swept by the Oakland A's. Matt goes through all the negatives that have happened with the Pirates so far. The only positive from today was Quinn Priester. Which hitter has developed well under the Ben Cherington and Derek Shelton era. 

Neil Walker joins Matt to talk about the Pirates current struggles. What needs to change? How can the hitters break out of their slumps? Neil gives us some insight on some adjustments that could be made and what they can do to try and get back on track. 

We take a few phone calls about the Pirates. 

The Pirates were 9-2 at one point and now they are 14-18. What happened to have them lose 16 of their last 21 games. We take more phone calls. Some callers are asking if they just simply forgot how to hit?

Sports talk radio is better when people are angry and many people are angry with the Pirates right now. More phone calls about the Pirates and how bad they are. 

A quick look at the NHL playoffs. A listener asks if Keller, Cruz, and Davis just are not good enough. Matt says it is a real concern and a fear of his. 

Brian Batko joins from his back deck. Matt and Brian talk about becoming the Dad's they never thought they would become. Talking about the Steelers wide receiver room and what they could do to add someone to the room. Brian says he has an upcoming piece about projecting the Steelers' roster way too early. He has some sleeper picks and wants to see more of what the Steelers will do with the wide receiver room. 

Bryant McFadden joins the show to clear up his tweet from earlier this week. 

Former Steelers O-Lineman Trai Essex joins to talk about the offensive linemen taken in the Draft by the Steelers. 

Reacting to all of the Steelers content consumed in the last hour and a half with three incredible guests. What to expect tomorrow for the 5th year option deadline for Najee Harris?

Wrapping up an Evening with Foalsie. Talking more Pirates. What is great in sports and what sucks in sports? 

(5-1 Full Show with Matt Koll)
We begin with my nickname. Matt is not a fan of "Nellie" with Joel Nelson also being in the Audacy Pittsburgh fold. Other nicknames are discussed. 'Tuna', after Charlie Tuna, is thrown around first. Matt then begins with the Pirates and what we have in store for tonight. Bryant McFadden joins us at 8:30. The Pirates were swept by the Oakland A's. Matt goes through all the negatives that have happened with the Pirates so far. The only positive from today was Quinn Priester. Which hitter has developed well under the Ben Cherington and Derek Shelton era. 
Neil Walker joins Matt to talk about the Pirates current struggles. What needs to change? How can the hitters break out of their slumps? Neil gives us some insight on some adjustments that could be made and what they can do to try and get back on track. 
We take a few phone calls about the Pirates. 
The Pirates were 9-2 at one point and now they are 14-18. What happened to have them lose 16 of their last 21 games. We take more phone calls. Some callers are asking if they just simply forgot how to hit?
Sports talk radio is better when people are angry and many people are angry with the Pirates right now. More phone calls about the Pirates and how bad they are. 
A quick look at the NHL playoffs. A listener asks if Keller, Cruz, and Davis just are not good enough. Matt says it is a real concern and a fear of his. 
Brian Batko joins from his back deck. Matt and Brian talk about becoming the Dad's they never thought they would become. Talking about the Steelers wide receiver room and what they could do to add someone to the room. Brian says he has an upcoming piece about projecting the Steelers' roster way too early. He has some sleeper picks and wants to see more of what the Steelers will do with the wide receiver room. 
Bryant McFadden joins the show to clear up his tweet from earlier this week. 
Former Steelers O-Lineman Trai Essex joins to talk about the offensive linemen taken in the Draft by the Steelers. 
Reacting to all of the Steelers content consumed in the last hour and a half with three incredible guests. What to expect tomorrow for the 5th year option deadline for Najee Harris?
Wrapping up an Evening with Foalsie. Talking more Pirates. What is great in sports and what sucks in sports?

5-1 Full Matt Koll Show

(Hour 1 with Matt Koll)

We begin with my nickname. Matt is not a fan of "Nellie" with Joel Nelson also being in the Audacy Pittsburgh fold. Other nicknames are discussed. 'Tuna', after Charlie Tuna, is thrown around first. Matt then begins with the Pirates and what we have in store for tonight. Bryant McFadden joins us at 8:30. The Pirates were swept by the Oakland A's. Matt goes through all the negatives that have happened with the Pirates so far. The only positive from today was Quinn Priester. Which hitter has developed well under the Ben Cherington and Derek Shelton era. 

Neil Walker joins Matt to talk about the Pirates current struggles. What needs to change? How can the hitters break out of their slumps? Neil gives us some insight on some adjustments that could be made and what they can do to try and get back on track. 

We take a few phone calls about the Pirates. 

(Hour 1 with Matt Koll)
We begin with my nickname. Matt is not a fan of "Nellie" with Joel Nelson also being in the Audacy Pittsburgh fold. Other nicknames are discussed. 'Tuna', after Charlie Tuna, is thrown around first. Matt then begins with the Pirates and what we have in store for tonight. Bryant McFadden joins us at 8:30. The Pirates were swept by the Oakland A's. Matt goes through all the negatives that have happened with the Pirates so far. The only positive from today was Quinn Priester. Which hitter has developed well under the Ben Cherington and Derek Shelton era. 
Neil Walker joins Matt to talk about the Pirates current struggles. What needs to change? How can the hitters break out of their slumps? Neil gives us some insight on some adjustments that could be made and what they can do to try and get back on track. 
We take a few phone calls about the Pirates.

Show open and Neil Walker

(Hour 2 with Matt Koll)

The Pirates were 9-2 at one point and now they are 14-18. What happened to have them lose 16 of their last 21 games. We take more phone calls. Some callers are asking if they just simply forgot how to hit?

Sports talk radio is better when people are angry and many people are angry with the Pirates right now. More phone calls about the Pirates and how bad they are. 

A quick look at the NHL playoffs. A listener asks if Keller, Cruz, and Davis just are not good enough. Matt says it is a real concern and a fear of his. 

(Hour 2 with Matt Koll)
The Pirates were 9-2 at one point and now they are 14-18. What happened to have them lose 16 of their last 21 games. We take more phone calls. Some callers are asking if they just simply forgot how to hit?
Sports talk radio is better when people are angry and many people are angry with the Pirates right now. More phone calls about the Pirates and how bad they are. 
A quick look at the NHL playoffs. A listener asks if Keller, Cruz, and Davis just are not good enough. Matt says it is a real concern and a fear of his.

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