Paul Steigerwald on Penguins History, Mike Lange, Mario Lemieux & the Stories Behind Pittsburgh Hockey

Paul Steigerwald on Penguins History, Mike Lange, Mario Lemieux & the Stories Behind Pittsburgh Hockey

Larry and Jay featuring longtime Penguins broadcaster and historian Paul Steigerwald. Paul looks back on a lifetime connected to Pittsburgh hockey, from getting tickets as a teenager through Jack Riley to joining the Penguins organization in 1980 and eventually working alongside the legendary Mike Lange. Paul shares the story behind the iconic “Boys of Winter” campaign, the Penguins theme music still used today, and what it was like documenting the rise of Mario Lemieux and the franchise’s first Stanley Cup era. He also revisits unforgettable memories from the 1991 championship, the emotional return to Pittsburgh, the airport celebration, the school bus stories, and the legacy of KDKA’s Penguins coverage. Plus, Paul gives his perspective on Penguins ownership, the Hoffman Group, reconnecting with Mario Lemieux, and why he still feels optimistic about the future of hockey in Pittsburgh. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive, and Zerorez. Visit here for commercial cleaning details: zerorez.com/commercial Produced by 1TEAM Media.

Penguins New Ownership, NHL Draft Reaction & Pierre McGuire’s Free Agency Preview

Larry, Jay, and Dave cover a packed sports week with major Pittsburgh Penguins news, NHL Draft reaction, Pirates frustration, PGA Tour debate, and a full breakdown from Pierre McGuire. The episode opens with a powerful conversation about Chris Johnson’s ALS diagnosis and the importance of awareness before turning to the Penguins’ new ownership group, the Hoffman family, and what Mario Lemieux’s return around the organization could mean for the future of hockey in Pittsburgh. Jay and Dave break down the Penguins’ NHL Draft, including the selection of the Ruck twins, Kyle Dubas’ long-term plan, and what fans should realistically expect from young prospects. Pierre McGuire then joins the show to give his scouting report on the draft, why Toronto and San Jose stood out, how the Penguins can improve through trades and free agency, and why no-move clauses, taxes, and player movement could reshape the NHL. Plus, the guys debate Rory McIlroy skipping a PGA signature event, the future of the PGA Tour, the Travelers Championship finish, Pirates retaliation after Connor Griffin was hit by a pitch, Paul Skenes’ tough-luck season, and the best foods for a competitive eating contest. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez Commercial. Visit here for commercial cleaning details: zerorez.com/commercial Produced by 1TEAM Media.

Jim McMahon on the ’85 Bears, Mike Ditka, Walter Payton & Super Bowl Stories

A special episode of The Larry and Big Man Show featuring Super Bowl champion quarterback Jim McMahon. Jim joins the show to talk about his recent trip to Normandy with the Best Defense Foundation, the powerful experience of meeting D-Day veterans, and why every American should see those historic sites. Jim also looks back on his path from multi-sport athlete to BYU quarterback, including his baseball dreams, his culture shock moving to Utah, and the unforgettable Miracle Bowl comeback against SMU. He shares his thoughts on NIL, the transfer portal, and how much college football has changed. Then the conversation turns to Chicago, where Jim tells incredible stories about draft day, George Halas, Mike Ditka, the 1985 Bears, Walter Payton, Buddy Ryan’s brutal practices, and the legendary Pete Rozelle headband controversy. Plus, Jim reflects on football safety, the Bears-Packers rivalry, winning another Super Bowl with Green Bay, and the wild Super Bowl week controversy that led to death threats in New Orleans. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez.Visit here for commercial cleaning details: zerorez.com/commercial Produced by 1TEAM Media.

Ron Francis Returns to Penguins, U.S. Open Drama & Pirates Controversy

Larry, Jay, and Dave are back for a packed Pittsburgh sports conversation covering everything from Ron Francis returning to the Penguins as a special adviser to the latest NHL moves ahead of the draft and free agency. The guys also break down the U.S. Open, Wyndham Clark’s win, the reaction from golf fans, Rory McIlroy’s comments on the future of the PGA Tour, and why major championship formats still matter. Plus, they get into the Pirates’ rough weekend in Colorado, the controversial interference call, Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, and what continues to frustrate fans about this team. The episode also touches on the growth of soccer in Pittsburgh, World Cup watch parties, Brennan Sorsby and the NFL supplemental draft, the Steelers, the new Football Town documentary, and one important off-topic question: are naps underrated? Sponsored by Zerorez, Henderson Brothers & Rohrich Automotive. Visit here for commercial cleaning details: zerorez.com/commercial Produced by 1TEAM Media.

Rob Brown on Mario Lemieux, Ron Hextall, Penguins Memories & Life After Hockey

Former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Rob Brown joins Larry and Jay for a special edition of the show. Brownie looks back on his incredible scoring career, from record-setting junior numbers with Kamloops to his unforgettable 1988-89 season in Pittsburgh, where he scored 49 goals and 115 points while playing alongside Mario Lemieux. Rob shares what made Mario so special, why playing with number 66 felt like a dream come true, and how Lemieux’s vision, stride, size, and skill separated him from almost everyone else in hockey history. He also revisits one of the most famous moments of his career: Ron Hextall chasing him down the ice after a playoff goal celebration. Plus, Rob and Jay swap stories from the minor league grind, Kalamazoo, Ken Hitchcock, colored ice, tough guys, and what it meant for Rob to return to Pittsburgh later in his career and reinvent himself as a different kind of player. The conversation also covers Rob’s work with the Edmonton Oilers, coaching young players, his podcast, watching Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl up close, and why Pittsburgh still feels like home every time he comes through the tunnel into downtown. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive, and Zerorez Commercial. Produced by 1TEAM Media. Visit here for commercial cleaning details: zerorez.com/commercial