Up In The Blue Seats: A NY Rangers Hockey Podcast from NY Post Sports-logo

Up In The Blue Seats: A NY Rangers Hockey Podcast from NY Post Sports

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Up In The Blue Seats is a New York Rangers hockey podcast as only the New York Post sports section can create. Host and former Rangers great Ron Duguay breaks down the latest news about the Rangers and takes you inside the locker room with longtime NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks. They are joined by current and former players, other NY Post writers and special guests. “Up in the Blue Seats” is currently on hiatus until the Rangers return next NHL season. But earlier episodes of the podcast are available.

Location:

United States

Description:

Up In The Blue Seats is a New York Rangers hockey podcast as only the New York Post sports section can create. Host and former Rangers great Ron Duguay breaks down the latest news about the Rangers and takes you inside the locker room with longtime NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks. They are joined by current and former players, other NY Post writers and special guests. “Up in the Blue Seats” is currently on hiatus until the Rangers return next NHL season. But earlier episodes of the podcast are available.

Language:

English

Contact:

212 930 5713


Episodes
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Vitali Kravtsov's Rangers Role feat. Pete Stemkowski

3/25/2021
Ron Duguay and Mollie Walker open the show discussing Vitali Kravtsov practicing with the Rangers and what he will end up bringing to the team. They also debate whether the Rangers could make the playoffs. They then answer voicemails from the fans in “you got mail” on Ron’s hair, his time coaching, winning faceoffs, favorite moments as a Ranger, the goal posts potentially being expanded and whether Kravtsov can make a big difference. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to...

Duration:00:47:27

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Mika Zibanejad’s Breakthrough feat. Bryan Trottier, Matthew Barnaby

3/18/2021
Ron Duguay and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers’ 9-0 win Wednesday. They discuss the COVID situation, missing the usual coaching staff and Mika Zibanejad’s big night. Producer Jake Brown then welcomes in surprise guest, Islanders legend Bryan Trottier. Trottier talks about Mika tying his NHL record of six points in a single period, his memories from the game he set the record and playing alongside Mike Bossy and Clark Gillies. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks...

Duration:00:43:34

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Should Rangers Trade for Jack Eichel? feat. Ken Daneyko

3/4/2021
Ron Duguay and Mollie Walker open the show discussing the Rangers win Tuesday, Pavel Buchnevich’s strong play, Alexis Lafreniere’s rookie season, Mika Zibanejad’s big game, Colin Blackwell being a diamond in the rough and what condiments the crew puts on their hot dogs. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks stops by to talk about a potential Jack Eichel trade, Lafreniere playing in the top six and Ryan Lindgren exceeding expectations. Devils legend, MSG Plus and NHL Network analyst Ken...

Duration:00:40:41

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Episode 45: The Artemi Panarin Saga feat. Dan Carcillo

2/25/2021
Ron Duguay and Mollie Walker open the show talking about Henrik Lundqvist returning to the ice and the tough loss to the Flyers before diving into the Artemi Panarin saga. Mollie discusses her story on the situation, Panarin denying the allegations and Russian teammates that she spoke to about it. They then talk about fans returning to The Garden on Friday. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to discuss Panarin, whether it will be a distraction and Brendan Smith’s strong play....

Duration:00:47:26

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Episode 44: Is Coach Quinn on the Hot Seat? feat. Zac Jones

2/18/2021
Ron Duguay and Mollie Walker open the show getting into the deflating Rangers loss to the Devils and how David Quinn and players reacted after the game. They talk about the team's struggles, having no identity, Chris Kreider not playing well and if Coach Quinn deserves to be on the hot seat. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by the pod to discuss why Quinn deserves some blame, getting through 4-6 weeks without Jacob Trouba, what the team needs to do to improve and why it will be...

Duration:00:38:30

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Episode 43: The Mika Zibanejad Mystery feat. Chris Kotsopoulos

2/11/2021
Ron Duguay and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers' loss to the Bruins, hanging around with one of the best teams and why fans should be optimistic. They also get into Mika Zibanejad's struggles, Chris Kreider's leadership and fans returning to MSG in two weeks. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks then drops by to talk Alexis Lafreniere's usage, Brendan Lemieux's play, the NHL's officiating blunder and the front office situation in Pittsburgh. Former Rangers defenseman...

Duration:00:45:35

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Episode 42: Goodbye Tony DeAngelo feat. Dave Maloney

2/4/2021
Mollie Walker opens the show diving into the Tony DeAngelo saga and the end of his time with the Rangers. She gets into what transpired and whether a team may trade for him. Mollie and Jake Brown then discuss Alexis Lafreniere's big game-winning goal last week, Monday's win over the Penguins and the rough schedule ahead. They also get into the injuries, Henrik Lundqvist recovering well from surgery and reply to a Twitter question. Rangers great and ESPN Radio NY color commentator Dave...

Duration:00:40:25

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Episode 41: Rangers' Goaltending Concerns? feat. Steve Valiquette

1/28/2021
Ron Duguay and Mollie Walker open the show discussing the Rangers' four-game losing streak. They get into the goaltending struggles, Filip Chytil's injury, Artemi Panarin's slow start, why Brian Boyle would be a good fit, K'Andre Miller being a bright spot and Alexis Lafreniere's start to his NHL career. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk about whether it's time to panic, Pavel Buchnevich playing well, poor goaltending and the depth chart being weak. Former Rangers...

Duration:00:40:23

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Episode 40: The Rangers-Islanders Rivalry feat. Mike Bossy

1/21/2021
Mollie Walker and Ron Duguay open the show talking about the Rangers' loss to the Devils Tuesday night. They discuss what went wrong against the Devils, splitting the first two games of the season against the Islanders, the schedule ahead and...cats. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk ice time, the Tony DeAngelo situation, Jacob Trouba stepping up as a leader, the Devils and comparing Jack Hughes and Kaapo Kakko. Islanders legend and Hockey Hall of Famer Mike Bossy...

Duration:00:42:58

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Episode 39: Rangers Season Preview, Predictions

1/14/2021
Ron Duguay is back for Season 2 of the podcast with new co-host Mollie Walker. They open the show discussing Mollie's mom Wendy and her love for Ron, the Rangers-Islanders games to open the season, COVID guidelines and how the schedules and travel map out. Ron and Mollie talk Henrik Lundqvist, the Islanders outlook, the tough division and predictions for the Rangers this season. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks then drops by the pod. Brooks gets into the excitement of hockey...

Duration:00:38:06

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Episode 38: Thank You, Henrik Lundqvist

10/1/2020
Ron Duguay opens up a special edition of the podcast talking about Henrik Lundqvist and his contract being bought out, his memorable 15 years with the Rangers and what made him such a special player to the franchise. Ron is then joined by a variety of special Rangers guests. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks, Lundqvist's old Rangers teammate Darius Kasparaitis, NY Post sportswriter Mollie Walker, Stanley Cup champion Rangers goalie Mike Richter, former Rangers captain and MSG Network...

Duration:00:49:14

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Episode 37: Rangers Hit Alexis Lafreniere Jackpot

8/12/2020
Ron Duguay opens the season finale of the show reacting to the Rangers winning the No. 1 pick in the lottery and what it means for them. He then brings in the Post's Mollie Walker to talk about the balls falling their way, the lottery process, what the Rangers are missing, Henrik Lundqvist's future, how the team can improve, the Islanders against the Capitals and they discuss the playoff overtime rules. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks then drops by. Brooks discusses the Rangers...

Duration:00:35:00

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Episode 36: Rangers' Quick Exit feat. Nick Fotiu

8/5/2020
Ron Duguay opens the show reacting to the Rangers getting swept by the Hurricanes. Ron and Jake Brown then chat with NY Post sportswriter Mollie Walker about what happened in the series, the future of Henrik Lundqvist and if the young team didn't have enough game preparation. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks then drops by to talk about his feelings on the series, why the Hurricanes dominated, what happened to Igor Shesterkin, coaching, what this team needs to improve and what may...

Duration:00:31:42

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Episode 35: Rangers Playoff Preview feat. Clark Gillies, Dave Maloney

7/29/2020
Ron Duguay opens the show explaining the excitement in the air seeing hockey back on his TV. He then sends his thoughts to Barry Beck, who tragically lost his son Brock. Ron and Jake Brown then preview the Rangers' playoff series against the Hurricanes and make their predictions. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk about the exhibition game against the Islanders, evaluating Filip Chytil, Jesper Fast winning the Players' Player Award and he gives his prediction for...

Duration:00:41:32

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Episode 34: Hart-emi Panarin? feat. Alexei Kovalev

7/22/2020
Ron Duguay opens the show explaining why Artemi Panarin should win the Hart Trophy. He then welcomes i the hockey journalist who broke the Alexei Kovalev head coaching story, Gillian Kemmerer. She talks about how she got into Russian hockey, working at the KHL, the Igor Shesterkin-Ilya Sorokin friendship, Shesterkin's confidence level, playing in Russia arenas vs. here and women's hockey. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk about what he's seen at practices, the...

Duration:00:44:04

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Episode 33: Blueshirts Back on the Ice feat. Mike Keenan

7/15/2020
Ron Duguay, Jake Brown and The Post's Mollie Walker start the show by discussing the Rangers getting back on the ice, the first-round playoff schedule against the Hurricanes and Mollie's experience Monday at Islanders camp. Ron then chats with NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks about his time at Rangers camp, the time away and guys getting healthy, David Quinn's approach and Artemi Panarin's big season. 1994 Stanley Cup-winning head coach Mike Keenan then joins Ron, Jake and Mollie....

Duration:00:41:22

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Episode 32: Training Camp Coming Soon feat. Butch Goring

7/8/2020
Ron Duguay opens the show talking about hockey in the air with training camp just days away. He welcomes in NY Post sportswriter Mollie Walker to discuss the CBA deal that is in place, what it means for the players and players potentially opting out to play elsewhere. Four-time Stanley Cup champion, Islanders legend and TV color commentator Butch Goring then joins Ron and Mollie. Goring talks about going from playing in Los Angeles with the Kings to New York with the Islanders and getting...

Duration:00:30:15

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Episode 31: Rangers-Devils Rivalry, NYC Radio feat. Ken Daneyko, Sid Rosenberg

7/1/2020
Ron Duguay and Jake Brown open the show discussing the Rangers potentially playing in Toronto. or. Las Vegas, Ron's upcoming birthday plans and what his kids will get him. Ron then chats with NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks about Artemi Panarin's statement last week, what it means for the NHL and what covering the team will be like in a few weeks. Ron and Larry then chat with three-time Stanley Cup champion Ken Daneyko. Mr. Devil talks about his career in New Jersey, winning three...

Duration:00:47:46

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Episode 30: Panarin's Statement, Lowe to HOF feat. Meghan Chayka, Darius Kasparaitus

6/26/2020
Ron Duguay opens up the show with NY Post sportswriter Mollie Walker. They discuss the potential hub cities and players getting back to the ice. Producer Jake Brown then jumps in to read Artemi Panarin's statement made on Instagram about not returning to the ice until an agreement is in place. Ron and Mollie then chat with hockey analytics expert Meghan Chayka. She talks about getting into analytics, her brother, who is the Coyotes GM, wanting to own a team, women working in sports, women's...

Duration:00:46:24

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Episode 29: Remembering the 1994 Champs feat. Jay Wells

6/17/2020
Ron Duguay opens the show chatting with NY Post sports writer Mollie Walker about the Rangers playing in Las Vegas when they return to the ice in July. NY Post senior writer Kirsten Fleming then joins the show to talk about her story on Jacob Trouba's cooking and his upcoming marriage. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks then joins Ron to look back on the Blueshirts' 1994 run to a Stanley Cup title, when he was covering the Devils. A member of that '94 team, Jay Wells, then chats with...

Duration:00:40:16