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OSP with Mark Maradei and the Barbershop Crew: Get a Clue People!!!

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

Release Date: 12/12/2024

Terrible Talk episode 8 Free Agency and Draft Preview QB and RB

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

We are over a week into free agency and we are not feeling so good about the new league year for the Steelers. They have not really filled their needs with viable options. Hopefully the June cuts will help. We will begin our position previews for the draft starting with quarterbacks and running backs both f which are priority for the Steelers. Address the Garret signing in Cleveland Chase & Higgins signing in Cincy Rodgers and the waiting game Milroe meets with Khan/Rooney & Tomlin.What are your thoughts on snagging him with the 21st pick ...

OSP with Mark Maradei and the Barbershop Crew: Round and Round and Round We Go

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

The NCAA hoops action always has its last second victors, its underdog chest beaters and of course the mammoth that should never lose but squeaks by. We look at those David and Goliath matchups and who was shown the door after it was barely cracked open. WE also take another peek into the NFL's free agency and the moves that can or might make a difference along with other hot button topics from the weekend in sports. What happens to USC with JuJu Watkins out of the picture with ACL surgery? HOW IS YOUR BRACKET DOING?? BEST GAME YOU WATCHED OPENING WEEKEND??? ...

Terrible Talk episode 6 Mock Draft 1.0

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

As we continue to on our journey through the new season along with the Steelers we are going to take a look at mock drafts now that the combine has finished and try to figure out exactly who and what the Steelers will target. Listen as we discuss others predictions along with our OSP Mock Draft 1.0. 1. What are the biggest needs for this team? 2. Should we prioritize best player available (BPA) or need? 3. Is there a chance that we might trade up or down in the draft? 4. Does our scheme impact player selections (e.g., 4-3 vs. 3-4 defenses, offensive line blocking schemes)? 5. What positions...

OSP with Mark Maradei and the Barbershop Crew: 2025 NCAA Men's basketball preview

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

Hello, ya, this is Mark. I'm not feeling well today and tomorrow so I am gonna be out. Its that time of year where NCAA hoops rules the day. We will get into the have's and have nots heading into the big dance. Cinderella always makes an appearance and who will be the #1 seed that lasts the duration. Crack open a cold one, grab your favorite snack and let's get this rolling.... Teams Performance and Matchups Which teams are peaking at the right time heading into the tournament? Which potential first-round matchups could lead to an upset? Which team has the most favorable path to the...

Terrible Talk episode 7 Free Agent Frenzy

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

March 12th is the actual magical day for the 2024 free agents in NFL and we have plenty to talk about when it comes to the Steelers. Our thoughts on who was acquired, who is a target still and what this means for the draft all coming up on this episode. Has Garrett’s contract raised the price on Watt? DK Metcalf trade. What does it mean for Pickens, QB situation, draft with the loss of a #2. Who gets signed in FA and what position gets drafted now in the first round? Put them in order of want (positive and negative of each) Wilson Rodgers Fields...

OSP with Mark Maradei and the Barbershop Crew:Pittsburgh Pirate Blogger Gary Morgan Jr spitting facts

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

Greg Brown offered one perspective on the Pittsburgh Pirates a few weeks back and now we get a different perspective. One from a non-employed by the Pirates individual. Gary Morgan shares his insights, predictions and outlook as the Pirates are merely a few weeks away from the official beginning of the 2025 season. Tell me why I should be optimistic about the Pirates heading into 2025? Talk a little bit about their free agent signings. What can be expected of Hayes, Suwinsky and Davis? The bullpen was supposed to be a strength last year, will it improve and why...

Terrible Talk episode 5 @ The NFL Combine with Noah Strackbein

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

Noah jumps on the show to share with us what he is seeing and hearing at the NFL Combine live from Indianapolis that could lead to speculation of possible Pittsburgh Steeler draft picks. As the Combine gets underway, what’s been the biggest storyline so far? Looking at this year’s talent pool, how does it compare to previous draft classes? Are there any positions that stand out as particularly strong or weak? Who do you think needs a strong performance at the Combine the most? Are there any under-the-radar prospects that teams should be paying more attention to? Which prospects...

OSP with Mark Maradei and the Barbershop Crew: What happened to Jack McDowell

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

Honestly, I am a baseball guy but hate the state of today's game. Our guest today had an astonishing career pitching for the Chicago White Sox. That's not the only talent he is blessed with, his music is also at a high level that he is passionate about. Jack McDowell will share with us stories about his years in major leagues, thoughts on today's game and his inspirations on song writing. Rashene Hill rage against the Rashene- Instagram Rashene Hill-facebook @rashenehill-tik tok rj the hill-x Michael “Chops” Mills @therealbigchops Terry “T-sizzle” Young : Instagram and Twitter...

OSP with Mark Maradei and the Barbershop Crew:Bucco Talk with Greg Brown the Voice of the Pittsburgh Pirates

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

If anyone outside of the clubhouse has their finger on the pulse of the Pittsburgh Pirates, it's long time play by play announcer Greg Brown. We are fortunate to have him join us on this episode to take a peek into the 2025 Pirates. With few roster roster and coaching changes can we expect much of the same or does one of the best young pitching staffs in baseball lead by All Rookie of the Year and CY Young candidate Paul Skenes take this team to a level they have not seen since 2013-2015. Lets jump right into the off season, the team spent under 12 million dollars to fill spots...

Terrible Talk Free Agent Targets

Original Sports Podcast with Mark Maradei

Now that we have turned the page on 2024 officially with our grades, looked at who to cut, trade, and sign from the current Steeler roster, it is time to look at the free agents who potentially can help this team in 2025 and beyond. Franchise Tag.. How do we think players view this tag? QB, RB, WR, DL, CB, S, KR/PR (use this list to help you) Rashene Hill rage against the Rashene- Instagram Rashene Hill-facebook @rashenehill-tik tok rj the hill-x Michael “Chops” Mills @therealbigchops Terry “T-sizzle” Young : Instagram and Twitter...

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Juan Soto 765 mil. There is an escape clause after 5 years and also a clause that could escalate his salary to 51 million a year. You mean to tell me that these teams make that much money in baseball that they can pay one player ¾ of the value of the organization?

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