Episode
Penguins vs Flyers Playoff Crisis: Can Pittsburgh Flip the Series in Philly?
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- The Larry & Big Man Show
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- Apr 22, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 3238
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Summary
The Penguins are in trouble, and now the series shifts to Philadelphia. On this episode of Larry and the Big Man, Larry Richert and Jay Caufield break down Pittsburgh’s rough start against the Flyers after dropping the first two games at home. They dig into the biggest reasons the Penguins are down 2-0, including a struggling power play, missed chances, blocked shots, odd-man rushes going the other way, and the challenge of solving a confident Flyers team. Plus, Pierre McGuire joins the show to explain how Rick Tocchet and the Flyers have made the Penguins uncomfortable, why Erik Karlsson and the Pens offense have been neutralized, and what Pittsburgh must do to turn the series around in Philadelphia. The guys also talk about line changes, physicality, goaltending, and whether the pressure could finally start to swing back onto the Flyers. If you’re a Penguins fan looking for answers after a frustrating start to the series, this episode is all about Pens vs Flyers, playoff pressure, and whether Pittsburgh still has a path back. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers & Rohrich Automotive. Produced by 1TEAM Media.