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

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

Pierre McGuire on Carolina’s Cup Win, Dylan Larkin Trade Talk & Penguins Offseason Plans

Larry and Jay are joined by Dave and Pierre McGuire for a packed edition covering the biggest stories across hockey, basketball, baseball, golf, and more.The guys break down Carolina’s Stanley Cup win, the bold goaltending switch that helped change the series, Jordan Staal’s incredible championship journey, and why Rod Brind’Amour’s coaching made the difference. Pierre McGuire joins the show to give his final thoughts on the NHL season, the Hurricanes’ identity, the importance of playoff matchups, and what the Penguins need to do this offseason to keep building in the right direction.Plus, the crew dives into the Dylan Larkin situation in Detroit, Mike Babcock’s rumored connection to Edmonton, the Knicks’ championship run, Jalen Brunson’s rise, Paul Skenes and the Pirates’ bullpen issues, the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, and perfect Father’s Day plans.Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive, and Zerorez Commercial.Visit here for commercial cleaning details: zerorez.com/commercialProduced by 1TEAM Media.

Ulf Samuelsson on Penguins Stanley Cups, Playing With an Edge & Life After Hockey

Ulf looks back on his hard-nosed NHL career, developing a defensive style with an edge, and what it was like adjusting from Sweden to the NHL with the Hartford Whalers. He shares stories from the trade that brought him to Pittsburgh, why the Penguins were the perfect fit, and how he knew the pieces were in place for back-to-back Stanley Cup runs.Plus, Ulf talks about playing with Mario Lemieux, the leadership of Craig Patrick and Bob Johnson, the heartbreak of the 1992-93 season, his transition into coaching, and what today’s players need from coaches. The conversation also touches on family, golf, real estate, and how sports shaped the next generation of Samuelssons.Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive, and Zerorez Commercial Cleaning. Visit here for commercial cleaning details: zerorez.com/commercialProduced by 1TEAM Media.

Stanley Cup Final Chaos, Steelers Camp Buzz & Pierre McGuire’s Hockey Insight

On this episode of The Larry & Big Man Show, Larry and Jay break down a wild weekend in sports, starting with the Stanley Cup Final and a chaotic Game 3 between Vegas and Carolina. The guys discuss Mitch Marner’s natural hat trick, Carolina’s goaltending questions, the entertainment value of the series, and the key moments that could swing the Final. The conversation shifts to Steelers minicamp, where a new tone is being set with no benches at practice, team bonding at Kennywood, Aaron Rodgers getting involved early, and key roster moves as football season gets closer. The guys also dive into the massive Myles Garrett trade to the Rams, what it means for the AFC North, and whether Aaron Donald could be tempted to return. Plus, Big Man sounds off on the Morgan Wallen concert cancellation in Pittsburgh, the Pirates’ tough weekend in Atlanta, Paul Skenes and Shohei Ohtani coming to PNC Park, the NBA Finals, golf, and another Original Yinzers Dog of the Week. Pierre McGuire joins the show for his weekly hockey insight, breaking down the Stanley Cup Final, officiating controversies, the coach of the year debate, memories from the Penguins’ 1992 Stanley Cup team, and some classic Arnold Palmer stories. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive, and Zerorez. Produced by 1TEAM Media. Visit here for commercial cleaning details: zerorez.com/commercial

Colby Armstrong on Penguins Memories, Mario Lemieux, Winter Classic & Life After Hockey

A special edition of The Larry & Big Man Show with Larry and Jay featuring former Pittsburgh Penguins forward and hockey analyst Colby Armstrong. Colby looks back on his journey from Saskatchewan to Pittsburgh, getting drafted by the Penguins, arriving for his first NHL training camp on 9/11, and learning the grind of pro hockey through old-school camps, tough coaching, and years in Wilkes-Barre. Colby also shares stories from his broadcasting career with Sportsnet, TNT, Penguins coverage, and Game Notes, including what it was like learning media without a traditional background and working alongside Jay Caufield. The conversation dives into his Team Canada memories, scoring the gold medal game-winner at the World Championships, playing in Moscow, and the heartbreak of losing to Russia on the international stage. Plus, Colby revisits the first NHL Winter Classic in Buffalo, scoring the fastest goal in Winter Classic history, Sidney Crosby’s iconic shootout winner, and why that snowy outdoor game still stands out. He also reflects on playing in Montreal, the emotion of watching his former Penguins teammates in the Stanley Cup Final, the magic of Mellon Arena, Mario Lemieux’s presence, life as a hockey dad, family, pranks, youth sports, and the hockey community in Pittsburgh. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive, and Zerorez. Produced by 1TEAM Media.