Count this writer as one who hates politicians making silly bets, but Tuesday Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and colorful ESPN show host Pat McAfee made a bet that probably only one will follow through, pending the outcome of the Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers Round One series.
On the McAfee show, Shapiro admitted to being a Flyers fan and is backing them in the Battle of PA. In a full Yinzer accent, McAfee bet Shapiro that if the Flyers win, he would wear a suit on the show. However, should the favored Penguins win, Shapiro agreed to wear a tank top to work for one day.
Yeah, no one wants to see either, eh?
THAT’S A BET @GovernorShapiro
The Penguins are gonna SMACK ARAHND the Flyers #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/zLpbqxzi1t
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) April 14, 2026
The Penguins clinched their first playoff berth since 2022 and second place in the Metro Division by beating the New Jersey Devils Thursday. They are a -142 betting favorite to vanquish the Flyers. Rumors persist that Game 1 will be Saturday.
Philadelphia clinched its playoff berth by beating the Carolina Hurricanes in a shootout Monday. Philadelphia has the least regulation wins (26) of the Eastern Conference playoff teams, and the third fewest in the conference.
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