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

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.

Tim Legler on NBA Finals, Jalen Brunson, Victor Wembanyama & His Three-Point Shootout Story

A special edition of The Larry & Big Man Show with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring ESPN NBA analyst and former NBA sharpshooter Tim Legler.Tim joins the show ahead of Game 2 of the NBA Finals to break down a thrilling Game 1, including Jalen Brunson’s toughness, the Knicks’ second-half surge, and the key stretch that changed the momentum when Victor Wembanyama came off the floor. He also explains why this Knicks-Spurs matchup has all the ingredients of a dream Finals series, from Madison Square Garden energy to the national spotlight around Wemby and New York basketball.Plus, Tim shares what it was like calling his first NBA Finals, how he approaches broadcasting as a teacher of the game, and why being courtside gives him a different view of the action. The conversation also looks back on his multi-sport childhood, his La Salle and Big 5 basketball days, legendary summer runs in Avalon, and the emotional story behind winning the NBA Three-Point Contest.Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez. Produced by 1TEAM Media.

Stanley Cup Finals Preview, Malkin Returns & MLB Salary Cap Debate

A new edition of The Larry & Big Man Show with Larry and Jay, joined by Dave from New York and Pierre McGuire fresh off his trip covering international hockey. The guys start with a heartfelt conversation on the passing of Claude Lemieux, his impact on the game, and the importance of mental health awareness. They also break down Sasha Barkov’s incredible run with Finland, his connection to Sidney Crosby in hockey history, and what it means heading into the Stanley Cup Finals. Plus, the crew reacts to Evgeni Malkin returning to the Pittsburgh Penguins for another season, debates the Pirates’ rotation decisions with Jared Jones coming back, and dives into the MLB salary cap proposal and what it could mean for small-market teams like Pittsburgh. Pierre McGuire joins later in the episode to discuss Finland’s World Championship win, Canada’s disappointing finish, Carolina’s Stanley Cup chances, and why player development could be the key difference in the playoffs. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive, and Zerorez Pittsburgh. Produced by 1TEAM Media.

Dave Hanson on Slap Shot, Paul Newman & The Hanson Brothers’ 50-Year Legacy

A new episode of The Larry & Big Man Show with Larry and Jay featuring Dave Hanson, one of the legendary Hanson Brothers from the cult classic hockey film Slap Shot. Dave shares the incredible story of how real hockey players ended up in one of the most iconic sports movies of all time, what it was like working with Paul Newman, and why the film still connects with generations of hockey fans nearly 50 years later.Dave also looks back on his playing career, the wild world of minor league hockey, unforgettable road stories, bench-clearing brawls, fan reactions, and how he eventually made Pittsburgh home through his work with the Robert Morris University Island Sports Center. A funny, nostalgic, and classic hockey conversation with one of the most recognizable figures in the sport’s pop culture history. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers & Rohrich Automotive. Produced by 1TEAM Media.

Pierre McGuire on NHL Playoffs, Penguins’ First Cup & Fixing NHL Officiating

A new episode of The Larry & Big Man Show with Larry, Jay, and Dave, featuring a special check-in with Pierre McGuire from Zurich. The guys break down the latest NHL playoff storylines, including Colorado’s struggles, the value of Cale Makar, Vegas pushing through, Carolina’s run, and Montreal’s chances of extending the series. Pierre also shares his thoughts on what the NHL can learn from international hockey officiating, including helmet cameras, replay angles, and why an “eye in the sky” could help clean up missed calls. Plus, Jay looks back on the 35th anniversary of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ first Stanley Cup, including the unforgettable return to Pittsburgh and what that championship meant to the city. The crew also talks Indy 500 drama, golf scoring debates, NCAA tournament expansion, NIL money, the Pirates, and Big Man’s issue with slow play on the golf course. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers & Rohrich Automotive. Produced by 1TEAM Media.