Blueshirts Breakaway: A show about the New York Rangers

The Flying V is back! Fresh off the Thanksgiving break, Vince Mercogliano breaks down the ongoing rollercoaster season for the Rangers, Adam Fox's injury impact, what it means for a disjointed power play unit, and how the lineup can adjust to his absence. Then, The Athletic's Chris Johnston joins the show to discuss the decisions looming at the deadline, takeaways from the season as a whole so far, and the lingering questions surrounding the Rangers aging core. Finally, answers to this week's burning questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys discuss how NYR will handle life without Adam Fox, what that means for PP1 and how it's says a lot about Laf that he can't make it on. Then the guys return and answer a bunch of 5 star questions on Parsnips, team future and some other stuff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys react to winning at home vs STL, Gavrikov's impact on the team and a look at the upcoming schedule Then the guys return with dear friend Connor Rogers to discuss NYR what ifs, what does the future look like, whats the mindset and honestly everything, plus some Mets stuff, you guys knew that though. Finally the guys return and answer some 5 star questions including Miller's injury, optimism and looking towards the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Flying V, The Athletic's Vince Mercogliano takes stock of the Rangers as they reach the quarter pole of the season. What's working, what's not working, and what the team needs to do to have a successful season. Then, Peter Baugh re-joins the show to discuss the Rangers performance in Las Vegas and the status of team captain J.T. Miller. Lastly, Vince answers some of your questions in his latest mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys discuss a sad loss at home to DET where Quick played his ass off. Then the guys discuss Gabe getting sent down again and how Sheary and Soucy aren't actually scapegoats. Then Shayna Goldman of The Athletic joins the Breakaway to discuss how good the East is, what NYR can do to change the vibes and who are contenders in the league finally the guys return and answer some 5 star questions Borgen, Schenider and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Vince discusses NYR's current performance before being joined by the legendary Sam Rosen and then returning to remember the legacy of Larry Brooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this BSB OT the guys discuss the passing of Larry Brooks and what he meant to NYR coverage. Then Vince joins the show to talk about his time interacting with Larry and shares some stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys open the show discussing Gabe's call up before the NSH game and how Trocheck's return can lengthen the lineup. Then the guys come back to react to the NSH win and how NYR finally win on home ice! How this version of Laf can change NYR's projection and how they need to keep the momentum Then the guys throw back to themselves before the NSH game and answer some 5 star questions. Time travel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's mailbag time! The Athletic's Vince Mercogliano recaps the week that was for the New York Rangers, including their road win streak coming to a screeching halt when they returned home. Plus, Vince answers your questions regarding Trocheck's return to the lineup, Panarin's struggles, early season trade chatter, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rangers have a win streak! The guys discuss how impressed they are by Sullivan's coaching and how unimpressed they are by the lack of scoring. What will it take to trust this team and who needs to step up. There is also a discussion on the trade deadline and how to approach it. Then the guys return and discuss Game 7 (of course), how they would feel if their team lost like that and answer a bunch of 5 star questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Flying V, Vince Mercogliano joins from the road to update fans on the aftermath of the Rangers 2-0 win over the Canucks, the improved defensive play under coach Mike Sullivan, and the ongoing concerns about the Rangers' ability to generate offense. Plus, it's the first installment of the Writers Roundtable, as the entire Rangers beat (Peter Baugh of The Athletic, Mollie Walker of the New York Post, and Colin Stephenson of Newsday) gathers together to discuss the season's first 11 games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys talk about actual disaster losses vs the Sharks and Flames, how the stink from last year has held over and how Laf needs to be evaluated moving forward Then Colin Stephenson of Newsday joins the Breakaway to discuss Igor's comments post game, what's fun about this NYR team and how they can change the vibes Finally the guys return and answer 5 star questions and discuss how some other sports are just falling short. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Flying V, Vince Mercogliano discusses the lack of scoring talent in the Rangers lineup, what the Rangers can do to put more pucks in the net, and whether this is a cold streak to start the season or a bigger problem that will need addressing. Plus, ESPN-NY and MSG color commentator Dave Starman talks about his new role with the Rangers, growing up in NYC, and stories from the road. And finally, Vince answers your listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys discuss the loss to MIN and how NYR have only scored 1 goal at home and yet... there's still hope? Then Jonny Lazarus of Morning Cuppa Hockey and 100 other things joins the Breakaway to discuss the changes Sullivan has made, defensive structure and more Finally the guys return to answer some 5 star questions about curses, scoring depth and other nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Vince Mercogliano tackles a litany of injury updates currently plaguing the New York Rangers, offensive adjustments the team needs to make following three home shutouts, what the team's early season performance means for the big picture, and the defensive improvements the team has made under coach Mike Sullivan. Plus, a conversation with The Athletic's Pittsburgh Penguins beat writer Josh Yohe and answers to listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys discuss... actual hockey, what the Trocheck and Soucy injuries do for this team, how long could they be out, who's playing well, Adam Fox, Igor.... we get to talk everything, how nice. Then actor Ben Norris joins the Breakaway to discuss the vibes around the team, play team therapist and discuss his 5 hot takes. Finally the guys return and answer some 5 star questions on if Panarin will sign this season and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vince Mercogliano is back behind the mic! In the inaugural episode of The Flying V, Vince discusses his transition to The Athletic, expectations for the Rangers this season, and the reaction to opening night. Plus, Peter Baugh of The Athletic joins the show to break down the opening night loss against the Penguins, what it means moving forward, and areas the Rangers will need to improve moving forward. Then, answers for the X questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys announce that Vince will be joining the Blueshirts Breakaway feed to host his podcast "The Flying V" weekly on this same feed. Then the guys discuss Laba making the team, a quick recap of the offseason and expectations heading into the season Then you're never going to believe it but Vince joins the Breakaway to talk about the new partnership, breaks some news live and discusses the final roster decisions Finally the guys return and answer 5 star questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys discuss JT's groin, Schenider's top 4 spot on the bottom pair, what spots are left to win out of camp and more Then the guys return and Ryan forced Greg to record 6 minutes after the Mets season ended. Then the guy answer some 5 star questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys discuss, you guessed it, Conor Sheary and if any of the kids will make the team coming out of preseason and what that means for Othmann. Then Mollie Walker of the NY Post does NOT join the Breakaway Finally the guys return and answer some 5 star questions while Ryan interviews Greg about the state of the Mets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices