The Pomp And Joe Show

Carmen Mlodzinski said it's exciting to have Jared Jones back, but he is still communicating with his family and agency about what's next. He did not sound happy to be in the bullpen. There was a conversation on Wednesday about the move but Mlodzinski is not ready to share what was discussed. Konnor Griffin is dealing with a forearm strain and didn't play on Thursday out of precaution. 

Donny is absolutely irritated, like the rest of us, about Ian Happ dominating the Pirates almost every single time they play. Happ has reached base in 41 games in a row at PNC Park. Jared Jones makes his return tonight for the first time since late September 2024. Carmen Mlodzinski is not happy to go to the bullpen but is going to do what's best for the team. Derek Shelton is back in Pittsburgh, m...

The full Pomp and Joe Show, with Donny Chedrick (Donny Football) and Austin Bechtold ((behind the glass)), from Thursday, May 28th, 2026

Hour 1 with Donny Football and Tyler Kennedy: Stanley Cup Champion Tyler Kennedy joined the show. TK has gout. TK thinks it's a great thing that Evgeni Malkin is back. Malkin is still very productive and is a good mentor. Malkin was still a point per game guy. If Malkin plays a full season, could he have 75 points? Did ownership want Evgeni Malkin back? A hockey fan in Nova Scotia gave Tyler Kenne...

Hour 2 with Donny Football: The Pirates bullpen fell apart again and lost 10-4. Yohan Ramirez and Justin Lawrence allowed six runs. Dennis Santana has been a huge disappointment. The Pirates are 2-9 in Bubba Chandler's starts. Dysen on DC proposes that the Pirates start Wilber Dotel, move Carmen Mlodzinski to the bullpen.

Hour 3 with Donny Football: Alex Stumpf of Book Rule Bucs joins. Moving Braxton Ashcraft is not a consideration right now. The Pirates have to be mindful of his innings, but that doesn't mean the Pirates will move Ashcraft to the bullpen. The Pirates may skip a start. The MLBPA and owners are exchanging first proposals for a new CBA. The players are proposing increased revenue sharing with TV cont...

Hour 4 with Donny Football: Troy Fautanu and Mason McCormick have worked on the right side. James Campen is excited about the line's youth and the talent. Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn!! Roman Wilson feels good about his role on the team. Jaylen Warren is down to 208 pounds and Warren thinks he needs to be leaner.

Sports Director Jeff Hathhorn joined the show. Roman Wilson feels good about his role on the team. He spoke to the media and seems to have at least made a good first impression. Jaylen Warren is down to 208 pounds and Warren thinks he needs to be leaner. He doesn't look less strong, but more like Kenneth Gainwell. Ricco Dowdle is in the found too and Warren wants to make sure he always stays on th...

The Steelers offensive line is completely up in the air. Troy Fautanu and Mason McCormick have worked on the right side. James Campen is excited about the line's youth and the talent. Donny doesn't think it would be the worst thing if Max Iheanachor doesn't start Week 1.

Austin and Donny are going to the gym after our show. The MLBPA and owners are exchanging first proposals for a new CBA. The players are proposing increased revenue sharing with TV contracts. One third of the league doesn't spend $150 million and the MLBPA proposed a tax if teams don't spend $150 million.

Moving Braxton Ashcraft is not a consideration right now. The Pirates have to be mindful of his innings, but that doesn't mean the Pirates will move Ashcraft to the bullpen. The Pirates may skip a start. "This isn't a red alert issue right now" with Ashcraft and he isn't being considered for the bullpen now. Alex thinks Jared Jones should and will start. The Pirates are 8-3 when Carmen Mlodzinski...

We are helping the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank with the #BurghProud initiative. Participants are going to walk 30 miles in 30 days. Dysen on DC proposes that the Pirates start Wilber Dotel, move Carmen Mlodzinski to the bullpen. Bubba Chandler has a great arm but has way too many command issues.

The Pirates bullpen fell apart again and lost 10-4. Yohan Ramirez and Justin Lawrence allowed six runs. Dennis Santana has been a huge disappointment. The Pirates are 2-9 in Bubba Chandler's starts. Chandler leads the league in walk and his ERA is close to five. Donny thinks Bubba Chandler is sort of out in No Man's Land.

A hockey fan in Nova Scotia gave Tyler Kennedy all of his hockey cards. TK once traded hockey sticks with Evgeni Malkin! TK will give Austin a signed Sidney Crosby jersey if he grows out his mustache until Christmas. Who will play the longest and who retires first: Crosby, Malkin, Letang, or Alexander Ovechkin? 

Stanley Cup Champion Tyler Kennedy joined the show. TK has gout. TK thinks it's a great thing that Evgeni Malkin is back. Malkin is still very productive and is a good mentor. Malkin was still a point per game guy. If Malkin plays a full season, could he have 75 points?? TK thinks Sidney Crosby may have had a say, but the decision to bring back Malkin had to be up to Kyle Dubas.

Geno is back! The Pens release indicates Letang will be back as well. Austin doesn't believe this was the decision of Kyle Dubas, but rather, the Hoffman family. A caller chimes in to support the move but notes the team isn't that close to contending. If the Pens bottom out, would Malkin benefit from being moved? Another caller wants Auston Matthews. A quick 6 pack. Pirates hammered the Cubs. Brax...

Geno is back! The Pens release indicates Letang will be back as well. Austin doesn't believe this was the decision of Kyle Dubas, but rather, the Hoffman family. A caller chimes in to support the move but notes the team isn't that close to contending. If the Pens bottom out, would Malkin benefit from being moved? Another caller wants Auston Matthews. A quick 6 pack. Pirates hammered the Cubs. Brax...

Mark Kaboly joins to discuss the different schedule with Mike McCarthy, which rookie has impressed the most, Drew Allar's reps, the offensive line alignment, Kaboly details Derrick Harmon driving a very small car, his thoughts on Malkin's return and a hockey tidbit, Dean Lowry's return, will Porter Jr or Herbig sign extensions. Matt Clement joins to discuss his big day with Butler baseball, Braxto...

Matt Clement sticks around to talk about Ozuna, if the recent call-ups should be getting those ABs instead, if Chandler is making his final start in the rotation. could Carmen Mlodzinski thrive in the bullpen, how the Pirates will manage Jared Jones. Bailey Falter got DFA'd today, so we revisit that trade with the Royals, as well as check in on Ke'Bryan Hayes. A caller gives his ideal lineup const...

Austin and Sean share their first autographs. The Pirates' offense has been good, and Spencer Horwitz has been extremely underrated. Jason Mackey joins, and is baffled by Austin's question about Bubba Chandler. why did Ashcraft pitch into the seventh in a blowout win, and how good Horwitz has been lately.

Jason Mackey joins, and is baffled by Austin's question about Bubba Chandler. why did Ashcraft pitch into the seventh in a blowout win, and how good Horwitz has been lately.

Austin and Sean share their first autographs. The Pirates' offense has been good, and Spencer Horwitz has been extremely underrated.

Bailey Falter got DFA'd today, so we revisit that trade with the Royals, as well as check in on Ke'Bryan Hayes. A caller gives his ideal lineup construction. How concerning are Cruz's strikeouts? 

Matt Clement sticks around to talk about Ozuna, if the recent call-ups should be getting those ABs instead, if Chandler is making his final start in the rotation. could Carmen Mlodzinski thrive in the bullpen, how the Pirates will manage Jared Jones. 

Matt Clement joins to discuss his big day with Butler baseball, Braxton Ashcraft's performance, Dennis Santana's outing, Bryan Reynolds' under-the-radar success, Henry Davis and if he'll continue to get chances.