Ice Cold Takes: A New York Sports Podcast

Don La Greca, the backup radio play-by-play voice of the Rangers, joins to dissect the Rangers' record-setting regular season and preview the first-round matchup against the Washington Capitals.

The Rangers and Islanders played two spirited contests this week, Filip Chytil surprisingly came back to practice on Friday, and questions were raised about the Rangers 5v5 play.

Anna Dua, a reporter for the NHL, joins to talk about the big line brawl on Wednesday and her thoughts on the Rangers heading into the playoffs. Plus, Joey rants about how his competition career mirrored the Rangers' championship window from 2012-2017.

Nick joined to talk about the Rangers clinching a playoff spot, winning against top ten teams, and even strength stats. Plus, we talked about Opening Day for the Mets and the situation between Jeff McNeil and Rhys Hoskins.

Matt from Rangers Central joined this week to talk about the Rangers' impressive run of four wins in five games last week and a big win over Boston on Thursday.

Matthew Mugno from PuckTalkCS joined to talk about Rempe's suspension and how the Rangers are looking after the deadline.

Evan from Rangers Central joins to break down the Trade Deadline, including the moves the Rangers did and did not make. Are the Rangers good enough to win the Stanley Cup?

Joey talks about his experience at the Stadium Series. Plus, a look at Jonny Brodzinski's new contract and this week's games against the Stars and Devils.

Joey, Nick, Evan, Matt, and Joe recorded the first-ever in-person episode of the podcast. The boys talked about Blake Wheeler's season-ending injury, the trade deadline and more.

Anthony Pucik from 98.7 ESPN New York joins to talk about the Rangers' approach to the deadline, the goalie situation, and if the Rangers are back to themselves.

Joey hands out grades for the Rangers at the break, plus looks at what players are available at the deadline.

Corey Sznajder is this week's guest and he joins to break down the Rangers micro stats this season, including a look at Mika Zibanejad, Will Cuylle, Kaapo Kakko, and more.

Drew Way joins to give a rundown of the 2024 NHL Draft, Kaapo Kakko's return, and Alexis Lafrenière's career year.

Joey does a solo episode this week and talks about the Rangers' struggles during their first three-game losing streak of the season. Plus, a look ahead to the trade deadline and potential trades Chris Drury might make.

Stat Boy Steven joins to give his thoughts on top prospect Brennan Othmann getting called up for Thursday's game against the Blackhawks. Plus, a look at Gabriel Perreault and other Rangers prospects in the WJC.

Matthew Mugno, who covers the Rangers for The Hockey News, joins to give insight on top prospect Gabriel Perreault, as well as his thoughts on the great chemistry between Artemi Panarin and Alexis Lafrenière.

NHL Network analyst Mike Kelly joins to talk about Sportlogiq and analytics in the NHL. Plus, a look at the offensive and defensive numbers for the Rangers lately.

Nick and Evan join to talk about Adam Edstrom's debut, concerns with the team and Igor Shesterkin, and Chris Kreider's record-setting night on Friday.

The Rangers have hit their first road bump of the season. Joey rides solo for this short episode and talks about the defensive issues.

Nick and Joey talk about Kaapo Kakko's injury, Adam Fox's return, and what the Rangers need to add at the deadline. Plus, Evan joins midway through to argue about Mika Zibanejad.

Mollie Walker from the New York Post joined the show to recap the victory over the Devils and the loss to the Stars. Plus, injury updates on Adam Fox and Filip Chytil.

Bill Pidto returns to the show to discuss Artemi Panarin and Alexis Lafrenière's chemistry and give his thoughts on Peter Laviolette. Plus, a chilly Ice Cold Take from Bill that you won't want to miss!

Dan Rosen, Senior Writer for NHL.com, joined the show to talk about how he first started covering hockey, his thoughts on the Rangers this season, and how they can improve at even strength.

Joey rides solo for this episode and rambles about the perfect road trip, stepping foot on MSG ice, and complains about the Rangers' 5v5 offense.

Filip Chytil has gotten off to a great start this season, as the Rangers continue their Western Canada road trip. Stat Boy Steven joins to talk about him, Blake Wheeler, and gives an update on Rangers prospects.

Loyal listener of the show Michael Musto joined to talk about the home opener and the Thursday night loss to the Predators. Spoiler: many references were made to The Other Guys in this episode, so watch that movie before you listen to this.

The Rangers opened their season with a 5-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday under new head coach Peter Laviolette. Cjeths and Python joined to discuss their first impressions. Also, the podcast goes on a complete tangent to talk about the Mets, NHL 24, and old YouTube videos.

Preseason is done with the Rangers having gone 1-5, but there was concern amongst the fan base about Alexis Lafrenière. Colin Stephenson joined to talk about it this week.

Jonny Lazarus joins the show again to talk about the start of preseason for the Rangers.

Jacob Berkowitz from the Ranting Rangers Podcast joins to talk about Lafrenière playing on the right wing at training camp, Laviolette's coaching style, and if the Rangers are true Cup contenders as of right now.

Stat Boy Steven joins Joey to talk about the top prospects at rookie camp this week. Plus, a discussion on whether Brennan Othmann can make the team out of preseason.

Ice Cold Takes has returned! Joey is joined by Core Python and Cjeths to talk about expectations for the Rangers heading into the 2023-24 season. Plus, the boys talk about Alexis Lafrenière and Nick goes on a rant about ESPN's NHL fantasy projections.

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Drew Way joins the show to talk about Gabriel Perreault, selected 23rd overall in the draft by the Rangers. Plus, we talk about all of the signings made by Chris Drury on the first day of free agency from last week.

With the limited cap space the Rangers have, they can only make a handful of additions to next season's roster, and HockeyStatMiner returns to break it all down.

Nick Rose, aka Cjeths, joins again to talk about Peter Laviolette's introductory press conference on Tuesday, as well as the additions made to the Rangers coaching staff. Plus, Nick explains Baseball Savant pages to Joey and why the Mets are still struggling right now.

Rangers Newsday beat reporter Colin Stephenson joins to talk about the Peter Laviolette hiring, how he'll change the offensive system, and what players fit best in the new system.

Dave Jackson, a former NHL referee and current rules analyst for ESPN, joins to give his thoughts on the officiating in the playoffs, physicality in today's game, and discrepancies with rules such as goaltender interference and the distinct kicking motion.

Will Cohen, the host of the new Blueshirt Blueprint Podcast, joins to talk about this week's rumors of Peter Laviolette and John Hynes as potential coaches for the Rangers. Plus, the boys talk about Gary Sanchez's short tenure with the Mets and other baseball news.

While there was little news on the Rangers' front this week, Cjeths and Python joined Joey, and the boys somehow managed to talk about the Rangers for almost an hour. Then, the boys talked about the Mets' recent five-game winning streak and Pete Alonso dropping the f-bomb on live TV.

Power skating coach and fellow Olde City Sports Network member Jon MacWilliams joins to give his thoughts on Alexis Lafrenière and the coaching situation for the Rangers.

Nick Zararis joins to talk about the Rangers moving on from Gerard Gallant and the replacement options that will be available. Plus, an assessment of the Rangers' tight salary cap situation as they head into the offseason.

Johnluke Chaparro from Blue Seat Blogs joins to talk about the disappointing first-round loss to the Devils, moves the Rangers need to make for next season, and if Gerard Gallant is once again on the hot seat.

Former Rangers captain Ryan Callahan joins the show to talk about his hockey career, working at ESPN, and shares some stories about John Tortorella. Plus, Callahan shares his thoughts on the Rangers vs. Devils playoffs series, with the Rangers facing elimination in Game 6 tonight.

Cjeths and Core Python team up with Joey to recap Games 1 and 2 of the Rangers vs. Devils first-round series. The boys also look ahead to Game 3, interact with the YouTube chat, and talk about what the Rangers need to do to close out this series.

Natalina Focarelli joins to talk about the team awards and give final grades for the regular season. Plus, a look ahead to the Rangers' first round matchup with the Devils.

Cjeths joins to talk with Joey about the Kid Line's hot streak, Filip Chytil's new contract extension and the playoffs. Plus, the boys give their thoughts about the pitch clock in the MLB and the start to the season for the New York Mets.

Joey was joined this week by Annora Alfonso, who has previously run the Instagram page for the Anaheim Ducks, to talk about the Rangers vs. Devils game on Thursday. Plus, Joey tells some stories from his trip to Florida a couple of weeks ago.

Avery Zaretsky, who covered the Rangers for Barstool Sports, joins to talk about the upcoming stretch of games for the Rangers and if they can make a push for the second seed in the Metropolitan Division.

Joey returns from his Florida trip and talks about his observations during the Rangers' hot streak, including the stellar play of Mika Zibanejad, Chris Kreider, Artemi Panarin and others.

Rangers beat reporter Colin Stephenson joins to talk about his observations from practice on Tuesday before the game against the Canadiens on Thursday. We talked about the new power play lines, the even strength lines and if Gerard Gallant will be more patient before making any changes now that Patrick Kane is on the team.