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by Larry Richert and Jay Caufield
Larry Richert (KDKA / Steelers In-Game Announcer) and Jay Caufield (Stanley Cup Champion / Pittsburgh Penguins Analyst) bring over 60 years of local sports knowledge to this Pittsburgh Sports Vodcast. The Larry & Big Man Show is a combination of current events in the sporting world and reflective interviews with key Pittsburgh sports figures, both past and present.
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- Yesterday43 min
Cole Hamels on World Series Glory, Paul Skenes & MLB’s 2027 Labor Fight
World Series MVP and former Phillies ace Cole Hamels joins Larry Richert and Jay Caufield for a wide-ranging conversation about his championship career, the art of pitching, and the future of Major League Baseball.Hamels looks back on developing a 94 MPH fastball as a teenager, learning the changeup that became one of the defining pitches of his career, and why young pitchers need to learn how to pitch instead of throwing at maximum effort every time. He explains the grind of the minor leagues, the detailed five-day routine between MLB starts, and the mentality required to become an ace.Cole also breaks down Paul Skenes, the enormous expectations placed on elite pitchers, and why every hitter circles a matchup with the best arms in baseball. He discusses how social media, gambling, and increased attention have changed the pressure facing today’s athletes.Plus, Hamels relives his unforgettable 2008 World Series MVP run with the Philadelphia Phillies, explains how postseason baseball changes everything, shares the story behind his “Hollywood” nickname, and opens up about the devastating shoulder injury that eventually ended his career.The conversation also turns to the future of baseball, with Hamels explaining why he believes the 2027 MLB season could be shortened amid upcoming labor negotiations, along with his thoughts on competitive balance, big-market versus small-market teams, deferred money, and what makes baseball’s historic stadiums so special.Sponsored by Kalshi, Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez Commercial Cleaning.Produced by 1TEAM Media.Check out Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/BIGMAN55YouTube Promo Code: BIGMAN55Save 15% on commercial cleaning services with promo code ONETEAM15.Visit: https://www.zerorez.com/commercialDisclaimer: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See https://kalshi.com/regulatoryFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larryandbigman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@larryandbigmanshowX: https://x.com/LarryAndBigManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLarryAndBigManShow/
- 3 days ago31 min
Steelers 6-2, Trade Deadline Buzz & Penguins Future
The Steelers hit the bye at 6-2, and Mark Kaboly joins Larry Richert and Jay Caufield to break down how Pittsburgh has turned things around. From a dominant rushing performance and the viral Mason McCormick moment to the defense finding its identity, Kaboly explains why the Steelers are suddenly positioning themselves for a serious AFC playoff run.The conversation also turns to the offense, including DK Metcalf’s struggles, the wide receiver situation, trade deadline possibilities, Pittsburgh’s two-headed rushing attack, and what the Steelers need to prove when they return from the bye.Then Pierre McGuire joins the show to talk Penguins hockey. Pierre explains why Ben Kindel is such an important piece of Pittsburgh’s future, shares stories about the incredible athleticism of Mario Lemieux, and looks at Pittsburgh native Logan Cooley’s rise. The guys also dive into the latest Nikita Kucherov contract discussion in Tampa Bay and why losing a superstar of his caliber could change the Lightning completely.Sponsored by Kalshi, Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez Commercial Cleaning.Produced by 1TEAM Media.Check out Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/BIGMAN55YouTube Promo Code: BIGMAN55Save 15% on commercial cleaning services with promo code ONETEAM15.Visit: https://www.zerorez.com/commercialDisclaimer: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See https://kalshi.com/regulatoryFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larryandbigman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@larryandbigmanshowX: https://x.com/LarryAndBigManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLarryAndBigManShow/
- 5 days ago40 min
Steelers Crush Browns, Move to 6-2: Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Warren & a Dominant Defense
The Pittsburgh Steelers are 6-2, riding a four-game winning streak, and sitting atop the AFC North after a dominant win over the Cleveland Browns.Larry Richert, Jay Caufield and Dave Racchini break down a statement performance that featured a punishing Steelers rushing attack, eight sacks from the defense, another huge game from Jalen Warren, and Aaron Rodgers continuing to command the offense. They also debate Mason McCormick’s tone-setting moment, why the Rodgers-DK Metcalf connection still isn’t clicking, and whether Pittsburgh should make a move at wide receiver before the trade deadline.Plus, the guys discuss T.J. Watt, Patrick Queen and a Steelers defense that appears to be hitting its stride, why the Browns game was so comfortable that “Renegade” never even played, and where Pittsburgh now ranks among the AFC’s best teams.Around the NFL, they dig into Lamar Jackson and Baltimore’s problems, Cincinnati, Kansas City, Denver, Dallas and more before the Big Man Blitz, Blind Side, Bad Beats and Kalshi Prediction of the Week. Jay also gives an update on Austin Lemieux’s golf journey before the guys close with a Pittsburgh sports-themed Election Day question.Sponsored by Kalshi, Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez Commercial Cleaning.Produced by 1TEAM Media.Check out Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/BIGMAN55YouTube Promo Code: BIGMAN55Save 15% on commercial cleaning services with promo code ONETEAM15.Visit: https://www.zerorez.com/commercialDisclaimer: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See https://kalshi.com/regulatoryFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larryandbigman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@larryandbigmanshowX: https://x.com/LarryAndBigManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLarryAndBigManShow/
- 1 weeks ago47 min
Tom Waddle on Mike Ditka, Bears-Packers Rivalry & His Unlikely NFL Journey
Former Chicago Bears wide receiver and longtime sports broadcaster Tom Waddle joins Larry Richert and Jay Caufield for a wide-ranging conversation about his unlikely path to the NFL, his relationship with legendary coach Mike Ditka, and what made Chicago embrace him as one of its own.Waddle shares the incredible story of arriving in Chicago as an undrafted free agent, being cut multiple times by Ditka, and finally getting his opportunity in 1991, then catching a touchdown against Minnesota and hearing Ditka tell him, “Kid, I always knew you could do it.” He also looks back on his memorable playoff performance against the Dallas Cowboys, playing through concussions, earning a spot on John Madden’s All-Madden Team, and receiving the prestigious Brian Piccolo Award from his Bears teammates.Plus, Tom shares memories of Walter Payton, Jimbo Covert and Merril Hoge, explains the difficult transition from professional football into broadcasting, and reveals the work it took to build a 30-plus-year media career. The conversation closes with the current Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams and Ben Johnson, the history behind the Bears-Packers rivalry, Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers, and why NFL officiating may be becoming a problem for the game.Sponsored by Kalshi, Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez Commercial Cleaning.Produced by 1TEAM Media.Check out Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/BIGMAN55YouTube Promo Code: BIGMAN55Save 15% on commercial cleaning services with promo code ONETEAM15.Visit: https://www.zerorez.com/commercialDisclaimer: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See https://kalshi.com/regulatory
- 1 weeks ago1h 5m
Steelers Win in Paris! Aaron Rodgers Delivers + Penguins Rebound
The Steelers return from Paris with a huge win and a 5-2 record, and Larry Richert, Jay Caufield and Dave Racchini break down how Aaron Rodgers, the running game and a dominant performance against the run helped Pittsburgh get the job done overseas.Mark Kaboly joins the show to explain why the win matters, what he’s seeing from Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle, and why the upcoming AFC North rematch with the Cleveland Browns is a must-win before the bye. The guys also debate whether the Steelers belong among the AFC’s top teams, the state of NFL officiating and some brutal bad beats from around the league.Then Pierre McGuire checks in from Cologne, Germany, to break down the Penguins’ rebound at home, the energy Pittsburgh’s younger players are bringing to the lineup and why goaltending could become a major factor moving forward. Pierre also previews the Utah Mammoth, discusses Logan Cooley and other young NHL talent, and shares what has him traveling throughout Europe scouting the next generation of hockey players.Plus, Jay’s Blind Side, the Kalshi Prediction of the Week, Austin Lemieux’s PGA Tour experience and Korn Ferry Q-School journey, and plenty more.Sponsored by Kalshi, Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez Commercial Cleaning.Produced by 1TEAM Media.Check out Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/BIGMAN55YouTube Promo Code: BIGMAN55Save 15% on commercial cleaning services with promo code ONETEAM15.Visit: https://www.zerorez.com/commercialDisclaimer: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See https://kalshi.com/regulatoryFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larryandbigman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@larryandbigmanshowX: https://x.com/LarryAndBigManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLarryAndBigManShow/
- 2 weeks ago33 min
Marcel Braithwaite on the Penguins’ Future, Fan Experience & Championship Culture
A special edition of The Larry & Big Man Show with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring Marcel Braithwaite, President of Business Operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Marcel shares his journey from the logistics industry to the Houston Astros, what he learned while helping build a championship organization, and why the opportunity to join the Penguins and the Hoffmann Family of Companies was too exciting to pass up.Marcel dives into his vision for the Penguins’ next chapter, including creating a world-class fan experience, investing in PPG Paints Arena, strengthening the team’s connection to the Pittsburgh community, and building an organization capable of sustained success. He also shares his first impressions of Pittsburgh, why the city’s black-and-gold sports culture stands out, and what championship success taught him about the relationship between a team and its fans.Plus, Marcel talks about meeting and observing Mario Lemieux, the impact Mario continues to have on Pittsburgh, his unconventional path from the Netherlands to the United States and eventually professional sports, his family, and why sports have the power to bring people together and create lasting memories.Sponsored by Kalshi, Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez Commercial Cleaning.Produced by 1TEAM Media.Check out Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/BIGMAN55YouTube Promo Code: BIGMAN55Save 15% on commercial cleaning services with promo code ONETEAM15.Visit: https://www.zerorez.com/commercialDisclaimer: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See https://kalshi.com/regulatoryFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larryandbigman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@larryandbigmanshowX: https://x.com/LarryAndBigManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLarryAndBigManShow/
- 2 weeks ago34 min
Steelers Escape Tampa, Paris Preview + What’s Wrong With the Penguins?
A special edition of The Larry & Big Man Show with Larry Richert and Jay Caufield featuring Mark Kaboly and Pierre McGuire breaking down the latest with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pittsburgh Penguins.Mark joins the show after the Steelers’ dramatic road win in Tampa, looking at how Aaron Rodgers and the offense turned things around late, the emergence of rookie receiver Jeremy Bernard, DK Metcalf stepping up in key situations, and the impact of Jalen Ramsey and Nick Herbig on defense. The guys also discuss Chris Boswell’s huge kicks, the controversial playing surface in Tampa, late-game decision-making, and what Pittsburgh needs to do against the Saints in Paris.Then Pierre McGuire checks in from Sweden to break down a Penguins team searching for answers. Pierre explains why offseason losses on the blue line are showing up now, why Rickard Rakell needs to find his game alongside Sidney Crosby, and why the Penguins may be missing players who can drag the rest of the team into the fight. Pierre and Jay also dive into player identity, physicality, young players earning NHL roles, and what Pittsburgh needs to fix before the season starts getting away from them.Plus, Pierre shares the story behind Jay Caufield helping design the Penguins’ second Stanley Cup championship ring.Sponsored by Kalshi, Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive & Zerorez Commercial Cleaning.Produced by 1TEAM Media.Check out Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/BIGMAN55YouTube Promo Code: BIGMAN55Save 15% on commercial cleaning services with promo code ONETEAM15.Visit: https://www.zerorez.com/commercialDisclaimer: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See https://kalshi.com/regulatory
- 2 weeks ago32 min
Steelers Overtime Thriller! Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf & Jalen Ramsey Shine
A dramatic Pittsburgh Steelers overtime victory takes center stage on The Larry & Big Man Show with Larry Richert and two-time Stanley Cup champion Jay Caufield. We break down how Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers battled back from a frustrating first half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with DK Metcalf and Jeremy Bernard delivering big performances and Chris Boswell coming through with a clutch 58-yard field goal.Plus, Jay explains why Jalen Ramsey earned their Player of the Week honors, what the Steelers need to improve offensively, and which plays completely changed the momentum of the game. Larry and Jay also look ahead to Pittsburgh's international matchup against the New Orleans Saints in Paris, including Larry's upcoming trip and his thoughts on NFL games overseas.Around the NFL, the guys discuss the struggles of the Rams and Seahawks, Cleveland's surprising victory over Baltimore, controversial officiating decisions, and another unforgettable Bad Beat. They also introduce the Kalshi Prediction of the Week and celebrate Austin Lemieux qualifying for his first PGA Tour event at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship.Sponsored by Kalshi, Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive Group, and Zerorez Commercial.Kalshi Prediction of the WeekCheck out Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/BIGMAN55YouTube Promo Code: BIGMAN55Save 15% on commercial cleaning services with promo code ONETEAM15.Visit: https://www.zerorez.com/commercialProduced by 1TEAM Media.Disclaimer: 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information.
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