Episodes
![The Final Rush: August 13, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Friday Aug 13, 2021
The Final Rush: August 13, 2021
Friday Aug 13, 2021
Friday Aug 13, 2021
On Friday's Rush, Tony C bids farewell as he retires from the radio business after 26 years (1:21:36 mark).
Before he goes, Tony recaps the Steelers' preseason win and Washington's preseason loss from Thursday night.
Tony also comments on the sorry state of the Nationals, Orioles, and Pirates, who COMBINED haven't won a game since Saturday.
Tony gives credit where credit is due, as Major League Baseball did an outstanding job with its Field of Dreams game.
And Joe Shuta has one final Rush Friday Feature, as he catches up with former Pirates closer and current Pirates analyst Matt Capps (0:56:45).
![The Morning Rush: August 12, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
The Morning Rush: August 12, 2021
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
On Thursday's Rush, Tony C and Mike do their final show together.
Just when you thought things couldn't get worse for the Pirates, they do.
The guys talk about how crazy it was after the all the years they worked in newspaper, their paths finally crossed in radio.
Tony and Mike look forward to the Field of Dreams game in Dyersville, Iowa, between the Yankees and White Sox, and working off of that, they discuss their favorite baseball movies of all-time.
And they give a brief preview of tonight's NFL preseason games involving the Steelers and Washington Football Team.
![The Morning Rush: August 11, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
The Morning Rush: August 11, 2021
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
On Wednesday's Rush, Tony C and Mike Burke discuss just how sorry the Orioles and Pirates have been during their six-game losing streaks.
As Tony's final days on the show wind down, Frankfort head coach Kevin Whiteman calls in with some kind words, which leads Tony and Mike into a discussion about their experiences -- both good and bad -- with coaches over the years.
On the heels of Mike Lange retiring as voice of the Penguins, Mike tells us who the sports voices of his youth were.
And the guys talk about Valparaiso's new nickname ... one guy likes it, the other does not.
![The Morning Rush: August 10, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
The Morning Rush: August 10, 2021
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
On Tuesday's Rush, Tony C celebrates the career of long-time Penguins announcer Mike Lange, who announced his retirement on Monday after 46 years with the team.
Tony gives this thoughts on Lamar Jackson, who is still on the fence about getting the Covid vaccine even thought he's tested positive twice in the last 8 months.
Also on The Rush:
- Luka and the Mavs agree to a landmark contract extension
- When will Fields see the field for the Bears?
- The Saints are a mess
- Look out for the White Sox in the American League
![The Morning Rush: August 9, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Monday Aug 09, 2021
The Morning Rush: August 9, 2021
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Monday Aug 09, 2021
On Monday's Rush, Tony C announces that this is the final week of the show, as he has decided to retire from the radio biz.
Tony recaps an absolutely miserable weekend for the Nationals, Orioles, and Pirates, and wonders why anybody would tune in to watch them anymore.
We remember the life and career of Bobby Bowden, who passed away Sunday at 91, and the up-and-down relationship he had with fans during his time at West Virginia.
And it was a busy few days in Canton with not one, but two Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, and black-and-gold was definitely the theme of the weekend.
![The Morning Rush: August 6, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Friday Aug 06, 2021
The Morning Rush: August 6, 2021
Friday Aug 06, 2021
Friday Aug 06, 2021
On Friday's Rush, Tony C looks at the Hall of Fame game between the Steelers and Cowboys in Canton.
Vaccinations continue to be a big issue in the NFL, as the Washington Football Team pleads with its players to get the shots.
Joe Shuta has another Rush Friday Feature, as he catches up with 1972 gold medal winner Dave Wottle (0:46:08 mark).
And we hear from one Pac 12 athletic director who says the conference doesn't need to rush into any major changes in the wake of the Oklahoma/Texas news.
![The Morning Rush: August 5, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
The Morning Rush: August 5, 2021
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
On Thursday's Rush, Tony C and Mike Burke discuss a bad night for the Orioles, Pirates, and Nationals.
The guys talk about the changes they have seen over the years in both newspaper and radio as technology began to take over.
Tony and Mike look at tonight's Hall of Fame game between the Steelers and Cowboys.
And the Washington Football Team bans all Native American garb from practices and games.
![The Morning Rush: August 4, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Aug 04, 2021
The Morning Rush: August 4, 2021
Wednesday Aug 04, 2021
Wednesday Aug 04, 2021
On Wednesday's Rush, Tony C and Mike Burke talk about the crazy comeback win for the Pirates over the Brewers.
The guys take a stroll down memory lane with the old Houston Oilers, and we hear a story from Dave Wannstedt about how the Steelers almost became "America's Team."
Could the Big 12 and Pac 12 possibly merge after Oklahoma and Texas join the SEC, and where would that leave West Virginia?
If you thought Tyler Glasnow was mad at Major League Baseball over its handling of sticky substances, the news out of Tampa Bay won't make him any happier.
![The Morning Rush: August 3, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
The Morning Rush: August 3, 2021
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
On Tuesday's Rush, Tony C is joined in studio by Mike Burke, as the guys discuss the Orioles' rather quiet trade deadline. Does this mean the O's are close to turning the corner and playing winning baseball in the next few years?
The guys also discuss the Nationals blowing things up by trading away 30 percent of the roster to bolster their farm system.
Burke makes a very solid case in defense of Joe Flacco's years in Baltimore, and the guys discuss one of the more exciting moments at PNC Park -- the Johnny Cueto playoff game -- and how Tony wasn't there to see it.
The guys also discuss beer, bad Olympic sports, and is there any division in football with cities that mirror each other more than the AFC North?
![The Morning Rush: August 2, 2021](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/3428108/New_CMD_Small_Twitter_workup_layered_1_6b932n_300x300.jpg)
Monday Aug 02, 2021
The Morning Rush: August 2, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
On Monday's Rush, Tony C returns to the big chair to talk about everything he missed while on vacation, including the Nationals punting on the season and the Olympics getting underway.
Tony reasserts his claim that I-95 is the worst highway in America, and he's convinced everybody does the "vacation countdown".
Tony also discusses two big-name NBA players opting out of their deals to become free agents, and an NHL player is accused of betting on games -- including his own team -- and trying to throw games for gambling profit.