# Pirates’ Bullpen Problem, Golf Controversy & NHL Contract Chaos with Pierre McGuire

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Podcast: [The Larry & Big Man Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-larry-big-man-show-7325413)
Published: 2026-07-22T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/larryandthebigman/episodes/Pirates-Bullpen-Problem--Golf-Controversy--NHL-Contract-Chaos-with-Pierre-McGuire-e3mcrk2
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Larry, Jay, and Dave break down a busy week across Pittsburgh sports. The conversation begins with the Pirates’ series win in Cleveland, Paul Skenes’ strong return, the emergence of young slugger Esmerlyn Valdez, and the bullpen upgrades the team may need before the MLB trade deadline. The guys also react to the dramatic finish at The Open, the controversial ruling involving Bryson DeChambeau, and Rory McIlroy’s personal comments. Jay delivers his Big Man Blitz before the discussion turns to MLB’s growing payroll disparity and the possibility of a salary cap and salary floor. Later, Pierre McGuire joins the show to examine the NHL’s rapidly changing contract market. Pierre shares his thoughts on Anthony Mantha’s move to New Jersey, John Marino’s long-term deal in Utah, Philadelphia’s aggressive offer-sheet strategy, Detroit’s struggles, and the front-office changes transforming Toronto. The episode closes with a look at how modern players prepare for today’s shortened NHL training camps. Sponsored by Henderson Brothers, Rohrich Automotive, and Zerorez Commercial. Visit here for commercial cleaning details: zerorez.com/commercial Produced by 1TEAM Media.

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