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Dave Hanson on Slap Shot, Paul Newman & The Hanson Brothers’ 50-Year Legacy
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- The Larry & Big Man Show
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- May 29, 2026
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- 2355
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Summary
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.