Up In The Blue Seats - New York Rangers Podcast — Podkast

Rangers DEAL for Dorofeyev in SEISMIC move! | Up in the Blue Seats 27.06.2026 32min

On this week’s episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Mollie and Brian break down a massive Day 1 of the NHL draft for the Blueshirts as they acquire Pavel Dorofeyev in a huge trade to speed up their retool. The gang also discuss the drafting of Alberts Smits and how soon we could see him in the NHL along with the rest of the rumors and storylines around the league as this offseason is off to a red hot start! All that and more on the newest episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 0:37- Rangers trade for Pavel Dorofeyev 8:50- Drafting Alberts Smits 5th overall 15:25- Berard trade/ McTavish rumors & other storylines 19:19- Will Trocheck stay? 20:56- Tkachuk’s unite in Florida/ We have a trade! 24:22- State of player movement in NHL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rangers '25-'26 season DEBRIEF! | Up in the Blue Seats 22.04.2026 59min

The Rangers season has finally come to a close. Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down a disappointing '25–'26 campaign and everything that comes next. The crew recaps everything from break up day and what the Rangers' next steps are heading into the draft lottery and free agency. Will the Rangers' 'retool' revamp the franchise or will it be more of the same for the blue shirts? All that and more on the SEASON FINALE of 'Up in the Blue Seats' Timecodes: 0:00- Intro :59- Jonathan Quick retires 6:25- Breakup day recap 16:10- Vincent Trocheck's future 20:46- Braden Schneider's trade value 27:21- Injuries 32:51- Matt Rempe's role 36:21- More from breakup day 41:17- Is Garand ready to be the #2? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rangers SPOILING Playoff Races + Rising Rookies Turning Heads! | Up in the Blue Seats 08.04.2026 35min

On this week’s episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Mollie and Brian break down the Rangers’ late-season surge, and how they have played spoiler to some teams on the fringe of the playoffs in the Eastern conference. The crew also dives into the NHL playoff picture, the Devils and Islanders recent shakeups, and Matthew Robertson’s Masterton nomination. All that and more on the newest episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 00:32- NHL playoff picture 3:26- Rangers playing spoiler 7:32- No tanking! 11:39- Devils/Islanders shakeups 19:24- Pressure on Drury 23:55- Gabe Perreault’s hat trick 26:44- Robertson for Masterton 28:52- Kevin Maxwell returns #nypostsports #nhl #hockey #rangers #newyorkrangers #nyr #nhlpodcast #hockeypodcast #rangerspodcast #newyorkrangerspodcast #mailbag #mikesullivan #chrisdrury #devils #islanders #matthewrobertson #nhlplayoffs #stanleycupplayoffs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Old Fashioned GOALIE Fights + YOUR mailbag questions! | Up in the Blue Seats 02.04.2026 1h 6min

On this week’s episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Mollie and Brian answer your burning questions about the Rangers as the season comes to a close! From trade scenarios, offseason moves and lineup decisions…we touch on it all! The gang also dives into the Rangers 3 game win streak, Igor Shesterkin vs Jacob Markstrom and how the young players are making the most of their opportunities! All that and more on the newest episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 1:28- Igor vs Markstrom/ Fighting in the NHL 12:40- Young guys stepping up 21:45- Mailbag time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rangers are getting a FRESH look at the FUTURE! | Up in the Blue Seats 24.03.2026 37min

The New York Rangers are spiraling…AGAIN and there’s a lot to unpack. On this episode of 'Up In The Blue Seats', Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle discuss the Rangers signing top defensive prospect Drew Fortescue to an entry level contract as well as top goalie prospect Dylan Garand making his NHL debut! The crew also discusses Mika Zibanejad playing in his 1000th career game, Adam Edstrom getting a look at center, and some inside scoop on the newest hockey series coming to Amazon! All that and more on the newest episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 00:38- Remembering Jessi Pierce 1:15- Welcome Drew Fortescue 7:22- Dylan Garand’s debut 11:55- Mika’s 1000th game 15:47- 2-1 loss to Ottawa 20:17- Injuries/ Housekeeping 23:58- Behind the scenes look at ‘Off-Campus’ DROP YOUR QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS FOR NEXT WEEK'S MAILBAG EPISODE! #nypostsports #nhl #hockey #rangers #newyorkrangers #nyr #nhlpodcast #hockeypodcast #rangerspodcast #mikazibanejad #mikesullivan #chrisdrury #drewfortescue #dylangarand #offcampus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rangers’ NEW LOOK Top Line is Finding Chemistry! | Up in the Blue Seats 12.03.2026 27min

On this week’s episode of Up In The Blue Seats, Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down the team’s recent surge since the Olympic break and the growing chemistry on the new-look top line. The crew focuses on the breakout stretch from Alexis Lafrenière, who has played better with a more assertive offensive approach. They also discuss how rookie playmaker Gabe Perreault is fitting alongside Lafrenière and Mika Zibanejad, creating highlight-reel plays and bringing new energy to the Rangers’ offense. They also dive into Mika Zibanejad’s continued dominance against the Philadelphia Flyers, trading Brennan Othmann to Calgary, and a little bit of Brian Boyle hockey history! All that and more on the newest episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 00:58- Good vibes around the Rangers! 05:01- Top line success 15:03- Brian Boyle hockey history! 17:42- Brennan Othmann traded to Calgary 19:44- Injuries & the like DROP YOUR QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS FOR NEXT WEEKS EPISODE! #nypostsports #nhl #hockey #rangers #newyorkrangers #nyr #nhlpodcast #hockeypodcast #rangerspodcast #alexislafreniere #mikazibanejad #gabeperreault #mikesullivan #chrisdrury #jtmiller #brianboyle #hockeyhistory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trocheck stays, Carrick goes as Deadline Day Wraps Up! | Up in the Blue Seats 06.03.2026 29min

On this episode of Up In The Blue Seats, Mollie Walker and former Ranger Brian Boyle break down everything that went down on NHL Trade Deadline Day, and what didn’t happen for the Rangers.Despite weeks of speculation, the expected blockbuster involving Vincent Trocheck never materialized. Mollie and Brian discuss why the Rangers ultimately held onto their veteran center, what kind of trade packages were reportedly on the table, and whether keeping him could create a tricky locker-room dynamic down the stretch. The crew also discusses the trade of Sam Carrick to Buffalo, J.T. Miller landing on IR and Brian takes us behind the scenes at 'Modern Era' Centennial Night as the Rangers came away with a huge win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 1:14- Trocheck staying in New York 12:52- Sam Carrick traded to Buffalo 18:10- 6-2 Win over Toronto 24:15- J.T. Miller lands on IR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rangers' have all eyes on the FUTURE after Winter Olympic break | Up in the Blue Seats 27.02.2026 57min

Up in the Blue Seats is back after the Olympic break! Mollie Walker and former Ranger Brian Boyle break down Team USA’s gold-medal run and analyze both historic performances. The crew then dives into the latest with the Rangers after their 3-2 OT loss to the Flyers and where the team stands with current veterans Adam Fox and Vincent Trocheck ahead of the March 6th trade deadline. DONATE TO RON DUGUAY'S GO FUND ME PAGE:⬇️ https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-ron-duguays-fight-against-cancer Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 2:29- Winter Olympics recap 24:38- Updates Ron Duguay 26:54- 3-2 loss to Flyers 30:38- Adam Fox's future 38:40- Artemi Panarin trade 47:06- Vincent Trocheck trade rumors 52:48- Injury updates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let the Rangers' Retool BEGIN! | Up in the Blue Seats 29.01.2026 28min

The Rangers’ retooling is officially underway and the first domino has fallen. Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down the Carson Soucy trade to the Islanders, why the rare cross-town deal mattered. But that’s just the beginning. With the Rangers clearly open for business, the conversation quickly turns to the looming Artemi Panarin trade. Why Panarin was held out, what it signals about the team’s direction, and which teams are lining up with real interest including a team that MAY SURPRISE YOU! The crew also dives into how Mike Sullivan is shifting his mentality towards developing and playing the Blue shirts young players with the Rangers’ retool in full effect. Timecodes: 00:00- Intro :39- Carson Soucy trade to Islanders 2:48- Artemi Panarin’s future 11:18- Injury Updates 11:51- Mike Sullivan handling of young players 21:14- 5-2 loss to Islanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rangers Tell The Fans Major Roster Shakeup Is Coming After Letter 2.0 | Up in the Blue Seats 20.01.2026 36min

The New York Rangers sent shockwaves through the fanbase after releasing a rare, direct letter to fans promising a full roster retool and massive organizational changes — but what does it actually mean? On this episode of Up in the Blue Seats, we break down the Rangers’ statement line by line and debate: Are the Rangers heading toward a soft rebuild or a full teardown? Which core players could be on the trade block? What this letter signals about the front office’s confidence (or panic) How close the Rangers really are to Stanley Cup contention Whether fans should trust the vision — or be worried Is this overdue accountability… or a warning sign that bigger moves are coming? Timecodes** 00:00 Intro 2:00 Letter 2.0 5:50 Who Stays and Who Gets Traded? 13:20 Players response to the Letter 19:10 Young Players Development 22:30 Artemi Panarin's Tenure Coming to An End 29:15 Gabe Perrault's Stepped Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lowest Point of the Rangers Season? Fans are TURNING on Management! | Up in the Blue Seats 14.01.2026 27min

The Rangers hit a new low and the frustration is boiling over. On the newest episode of Up in the Blue Seats, Mollie and Brian break down the fallout from the Rangers’ humiliating 10–2 loss in Boston, the lack of response against Seattle, and what it all says about the team’s mental toughness as they sit near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. The crew also discusses the decision from Mike Sullivan to demote the struggling Alexis Lafrenière to the third line and how the fanbase is fed up and the “Fire Drury” chants have made their way to The Worlds Most Famous Arena. All that and more on the newest episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 0:46- 10-2 loss to Boston 6:05- Responding with 4-2 loss to Seattle 11:16- Lafrenière demoted to third line 18:07- “Fire Chris Drury” chants at MSG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Injury bug BITES the Blueshirts at the WRONG time | Up in the Blue Seats 09.01.2026 59min

Up in the Blue Seats is back from the holiday break and the Rangers are facing major questions after a 5–2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres. On this episode, Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down the Rangers’ scoring struggles at Madison Square Garden, lack of finishing, and why strong net-front play hasn’t translated into goals. The show covers the growing injury crisis, including Adam Fox and Igor Shesterkin landing, plus what it means for Jonathan Quick and the Rangers’ depth moving forward. The crew also dives into Adam Fox’s shocking omission from Team USA, and reaction to James Dolan’s vote of confidence in Chris Drury and Mike Sullivan, and what it means for the Rangers’ future. All that and more on the newest episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 1:47- 5-2 loss to Sabres 13:39: Winter Classic takeaways 17:50: Injury bug hits hard 31:08: Olympics/ Team USA 32:47: Adam Fox Snubbed from Team USA 48:30: Reaction to James Dolan comments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mika Benched, Kreider Returns & Rangers Can’t catch a break! | Up in the Blue Seats 17.12.2025 39min

The Rangers’ home ice woes continue, and Up In The Blue Seats is back to break it all down! Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle recap a wild stretch for the Blueshirts, including a three-goal comeback and overtime win over Montreal, another shutout loss at Madison Square Garden, and ongoing struggles on special teams. With the Rangers piling up shutouts at home, failing to score consistently, and searching for answers, the frustration is starting to boil over! The crew also dives into Mika Zibanejad’s missed team meeting and benching, the emotional returns of Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba to MSG, and what the fan response said about their legacies. Plus, thoughts on Matt Rempe’s return, and reaction to the Quinn Hughes trade to Minnesota and how involved the Rangers may or may not have been! All that and more on this week’s episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 1:44: Loss to Canucks/ Home ice struggles 12:55 Mika Zibanejad’s benching 21:31: Kreider & Trouba’s return to MSG 25:46: Matt Rempe’s return to the lineup 27:52: Reaction to Quinn Hughes trade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rangers Searching for Answers as New Questions Arise | Up in the Blue Seats 12.12.2025 35min

Mollie and Brian are back for another episode of Up In The Blue Seats. After a hard fought stretch against tough opponents, the Rangers came crashing back to earth with a disappointing shutout loss to the Blackhawks and there’s a lot to unpack. The crew break down what went wrong in Chicago, the inconsistent performances from the team’s top players, and why the Rangers’ power play has unraveled without Adam Fox. They also dive into questions surrounding J.T. Miller and weather he will make Team USA and how Mike Sullivan will handle that decision. All that and more on this week's episode of 'Up in the Blue Seats' Timecodes: 00:00: Intro 1:09: Shutout loss to Chicago 2:38: Evaluating the top guys 5:16: J.T. Miller and Team USA 10:46: Injury news 14:39: Power Play issues 22:13: Gabe Perreault 27:39: Officiating vs Golden Knights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one's for Brooksie | Up in the Blue Seats 03.12.2025 54min

After a brief hiatus, Up In The Blue Seats returns with a powerful and emotional episode. Mollie Walker and former Ranger Brian Boyle open the show by remembering their friend, colleague, and Hall of Fame hockey writer Larry Brooks, who recently passed away at 75 after a short battle with cancer. Mollie and Brian share heartfelt stories, personal reflections, and behind-the-scenes memories of Larry’s legendary career, his impact on the Rangers community, and the indelible mark he left on journalism, the NHL, and everyone who knew him. The crew then dives into the Rangers recent stretch including Adam Fox being placed on LTIR, Artemi Panarin’s resurgence and how the team can’t afford to lose him, and how the OT win over the Stars could help kickstart the Rangers on home ice. All that and more on this week’s episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 00:52- Remembering Larry Brooks 12:39- Adam Fox headed to LTIR 24:30 -More injury news 27:44- Jonathan Quick’s case for Team USA 33:28- Artemi Panarin’s recent stretch 44:18- Overtime win vs Dallas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Brooks' legacy will be remembered forever | Up in the Blue Seats 15.11.2025 9min

Brandon London and Dexter Henry pay tribute to Larry Brooks by reflecting on his conic career and willingness to mentor future generations of sports reporters after the Hockey Hall of Famer passed away on Thursday at the age of 75. Timecodes: 00:00- Brandon London interview w/ Mike Vaccaro 6:17- Dexter Henry's tribute to Larry Brooks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MSG has turned into a House of Horrors for the Rangers | Up in the Blue Seats 06.11.2025 38min

In this episode of 'Up in the Blue Seats', the Rangers’ baffling struggles at Madison Square Garden take center stage. Six games in, the numbers are… shocking. From nearly zero time playing with a lead, to 1 goal in 15 home periods, and a power-play that is dead last in the entire NHL....nothing seems to be going right for the Rangers at home. Mollie and Brian break down what’s going wrong, why it’s happening, and whether there’s actually light at the end of the tunnel for the Blueshirts. Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 00:35- Rangers struggles at MSG 16:48- Successful 4 game road trip 22:54- Injury updates 24:35- Power Play issues 28:41- Rangers call up Jaroslav Chmelar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trailer - Up in the Blue Seats 30.10.2025 1min

Up In The Blue Seats is a New York Rangers hockey podcast as only the New York Post sports section can create. The hosts are former Rangers and 15-year NHL center Brian Boyle and NY Post Rangers beat writer Mollie Walker. Brian and Mollie break down the latest news about the Rangers and take you inside the locker room with Hockey Hall of Fame NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks. They are joined by current and former players and special guests. “Up in the Blue Seats” is available every Thursday morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

J.T. Miller’s Vancouver Homecoming Could Spark The Rangers | Up in the Blue Seats 29.10.2025 28min

The Rangers get back in the win column with a much-needed 2–0 shutout over the Canucks in Vancouver — and the emotions were high as captain J.T. Miller returned to face his former team. Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down the statement win and how the Rangers identity is starting to take shape under Mike Sullivan. Plus the crew dives into Alexis Lafreniere's rough start and what needs to happen for him to fix it before its too late, along with injury updates on Matt Rempe and Vincent Trocheck and how the lineup changes could benefit the Rangers in the long run.All that and more on the newest episode of 'Up in the Blue Seats' Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 1:00- Win vs Canucks 5:08 J.T. Miller’s return to Vancouver 14:29- Alexis Lafreniere’s struggles 20:00- Matt Rempe injury update 22:55- Shifting around the lines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Home Struggles Continue to Haunt the Blue Shirts | Up in the Blue Seats 24.10.2025 37min

Mollie Walker and former Ranger Brian Boyle are back with a new episode of Up In The Blue Seats and there’s plenty to unpack. The Rangers remain winless at home after a wild overtime loss to the Sharks, but there were signs of life on offense and positives to take away.The crew breaks down what has gone wrong for the Rangers as they struggle to find consistency. Plus Matt Rempe’s fight with Ryan Reaves and what Rempe's injury means moving forward, Brennan Othman’s recall from Hartford, and the surprising emergence of defenseman Matthew Robertson.All that and more on the newest episode of 'Up in the Blue Seats' Timecodes: 00:00- Intro 2:30- Recap loss to San Jose 12:20- Keeping positive mindset 14:38- Taylor Raddysh's hat trick 18:52- Rempe vs Reavo 24:00- Brennan Othmann called up 27:56- Matthew Robertson's instant impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices