Larry Richert and Jay Caufield break down one of the most entertaining stretches of Pittsburgh Penguins hockey this season and why this team looks complete heading into the Olympic break.

The guys dive into the post football lull between the conference championships and the Super Bowl, why it feels like the worst week of television all year, and how fans are filling the void with hockey, golf, and college hoops.

Jay explains why the Penguins are one of the hottest teams in the NHL right now, from elite goaltending and dominant depth scoring to coaching trust and lineup balance. They also introduce a brand new weekly segment, NHL Fight of the Week, highlighted by a rare goalie fight between Jeremy Swayman and Andrei Vasilevskiy.

Plus, thoughts on the Winter Olympics beyond hockey, why downhill skiing and bobsledding never get old, and a great Pittsburgh connection to Olympic luge.The episode closes with a strong debate on Bill Belichick not being a first ballot Hall of Famer, changes around the NFL including the Vikings quarterback decision, whether the Pro Bowl can be saved, and this week’s Yinzer Dog of the Week.

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A special edition of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring NHL analyst and longtime executive Pierre McGuire.

Pierre joins the show to explain why the Pittsburgh Penguins West Coast road trip was no fluke, diving into lineup balance, four line identity, elite goaltending, and the coaching impact of Dan Muse and his staff. The conversation covers smart roster construction by Kyle Dubas and Jason Spezza, why certain NHL teams undervalue their own players, and how recent trades have quietly strengthened the Penguins depth on both ends of the ice.

Plus, Pierre shares behind the scenes insight into NHL management decision making, lessons from legendary GM Craig Patrick, and what separates championship teams from the rest of the league. The episode wraps with a look ahead to Olympic hockey in Milan, what challenges players will face during the break, and why best on best international hockey still matters.

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On this episode of Off Set with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield, the NFL takes center stage as the guys react to a wild championship weekend and a Super Bowl matchup that’s got everyone talking. Dave checks in while heading to New York, and the conversation quickly turns to the biggest story in Pittsburgh: the Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy. Was the timing too fast, and is this a win now move or just Mike Tomlin 2.0?

They also dive into the weekend’s coaching decisions, including aggressive fourth down calls, the field goal debates, and the kind of bad beats that make bettors sick. Plus, Sam Darnold finally delivers on the biggest stage and earns an overdue apology from the doubters.

To close it out, a quick Penguins pulse check after a strong West Coast swing, and an off topic debate on favorite Broadway shows.

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