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Up In The Blue Seats - New York Rangers Podcast

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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. 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.
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Episodes

Chris Drury reshuffles Rangers’ roster in active offseason - Ep. 188

EmmaKate Austin and Larry Brooks discuss the Rangers’ high-level of activity in NHL free agency, headlined by the Blueshirts managing to sign Vladislav Gavrikov as well as K’Andre Miller being dealt in-division to Carolina, Will Cuylle’s contract extension and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 02, 202521 min

Rangers to move on from Chris Kreider - Ep. 187

Mollie, Larry and Brian touch on the Rangers working on trading Chris Krieder to the Anaheim Ducks, David Quinn returning to the Blueshirts by joining Mike Sullivan’s coaching staff, what Chris Drury could have been looking for at the NHL Draft combine and whether K’Andre Miller’s days in New York are numbered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 11, 202537 min

How To Fix The Rangers? | Up in the Blue Seats - Ep. 186

Mollie, Larry & Brian Boyle break down how Larry Brooks would fix the Rangers in his three-part series he wrote for the Post. Rangers fans, you won't want to miss this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 23, 202558 min

Mike Sullivan is a home run hire for the Rangers - Ep. 185

The Rangers have hired Mike Sullivan to be the 38th head coach in franchise history. Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks & Brian Boyle react to the hiring and discuss why it was a no-brainer. Plus, Brian shares his experience playing for Sullivan and what he will bring to the table that the Rangers have desperately needed. Later, they react to the news of Joe Micheletti's retirement after 19 seasons in the Rangers broadcast booth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 02, 202534 min

The Peter Laviolette era is over in New York - Ep. 184

After the Rangers concluded one of the ‘least enjoyable’ seasons in the team’s history, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss what went wrong for the Blueshirts, why they decided to move on from head coach Peter Laviolette, and what comes next for core pieces like Chris Kreider and Mika Zibanejad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 22, 20251 hr 2 min

How the mighty New York Rangers have fallen - Ep. 183

With the Rangers on the verge of missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs after winning the Presidents’ Trophy last season, Mollie, Larry and Brian discuss the Blueshirts’ faltering down the stretch, Peter Laviolette’s puzzling decision to scratch Gabe Perrault, how the club fell from last season’s heights and much more on a new episode of Up in the Blue Seats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 10, 202530 min

Rangers find much needed spark with Gabe Perreault - Ep. 182

As the Rangers continue to hover around the second wild card spot, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss the club’s huge overtime win over the Wild and the debut of top prospect Gabe Perreault. They also discuss K’Andre Miller’s future in New York and just how crucial Artemi Panarin has been to the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 03, 202535 min

Listless Rangers Stumbling Through Playoff Push - Ep. 181

With ten games remaining in the regular season, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss why the New York Rangers continue to struggle to string together wins and move into playoff position. The guys also discuss the Blueshirts’ dismal power play and whether or not this team has the talent to put together a postseason run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 27, 202532 min

Rangers clinging onto final Wild Card spot - Ep. 180

With 14 games left for the Rangers in the regular season, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle evaluate the struggles of the Blueshirts’ power play, Peter Laviolette’s job security and share their thoughts on whether New York will stave off the crowded field in the race for the Eastern Conference’s final Wld Card spot and return to the Stanley Cup playoffs in the spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 17, 202535 min

Rangers lose Adam Fox for significant time - Ep. 178

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks, and Brian Boyle break down the Rangers losing Adam Fox to an upper-body injury, where the Rangers stand after the Four Nations face-off break, what moves they should make before the trade deadline, Igor Shesterkin’s performance, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 27, 202543 min

Rangers end January with a thud - Ep. 176

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle break down the Rangers’ back-to-back losses against Colorado and Carolina to wrap up a strong January, Will Borgen’s five-year contract extension and reflect on Ryan Lindgren’s up-and-down tenure with the Blueshirts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 29, 202543 min

Rangers keep on rolling in January - Ep. 175

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle analyze the Rangers' 7-1-3 record in the month of January to get back into to the playoff hunt, Matt Rempe proving a spark to the Blueshirts, K'Andre Miller bouncing back and whether the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off will impact the rest of New York's season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 23, 202535 min

Does the Rangers' recent surge change trade deadline plans? - Ep. 174

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss the Rangers going 2-0-1 on their road trip, the standout play of Sam Carrick and a crucial upcoming homestand against Eastern Conference foes. The crew also discusses the possibility of the Blueshirts being sellers at the trade deadline and whether or not they will deal Will Borgen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 202538 min

Rejuvenated Rangers get much-needed win over Devils - Ep. 173

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss the Rangers’ big OT win over the Devils and whether the Blueshirts have a shot to salvage their season, make upgrades ahead of the March 7th trade deadline and attempt a late push for the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 10, 202553 min

Rangers place Chris Kreider on IR, recall Matt Rempe - Ep. 172

Larry Brooks, The Post's Senior Hockey Columnist, joins New York Post Sports producer EmmaKate Austin to discuss Chris Kreider being placed on injured reserve and what it means for the longest-tenured Ranger's future in New York and whether a lane has opened up for Matt Rempe to get more time on the ice on Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 07, 202510 min

Rangers' leaders support Mika Zibanejad - Ep. 171

Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle discuss the Rangers putting Igor Shesterkin on IR, how Jonathan Quick has stepped up in the former Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender’s absence and Zac Jones’ frustration. The trio also answers fan-submitted questions to close out the 171st episode of Up in the Blue Seats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 03, 202548 min

Rangers ship Kaapo Kakko to Seattle - Ep. 170

On the 170th episode of Up In The Blue Seats, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle share their thoughts on the Rangers dealing Kaapo Kakko to the Kraken after the former second-overall pick’s frustrations came to a boil, why opposing teams are playing with more confidence against the Blueshirts and the club facing a tough road to get back into the playoff hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 19, 202429 min

Rangers Playing With Little Purpose - Ep. 169

On the latest episode of Up in the Blue Seats, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle address the Rangers dealing former captain Jacob Trouba to the Ducks, Igor Shesterkin’s lucrative contract extension and whether the continued lackluster performances from the Blueshirts will impact Chris Drury’s decision making. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 10, 202432 min

Rangers' Issues Continue After Trade Rumors Become Public - Ep. 168

On a new episode of 'Up in the Blue Seats', Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle break down everything ailing the New York Rangers after the Blueshirts lost to the New Jersey Devils in the season’s first Hudson River Rivalry game and fell to 1-6 in their last seven games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 03, 202443 min

Filip Chytil's Status Up In The Air After Big Collision With Rangers Teammate - Ep. 166

On a new episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle react to Filip Chytil's injury after colliding with K'Andre Miller during the Rangers' win over the Sharks and the Blueshirts' continued inconsistency in the early part of the season coming off a Presidents' Trophy-winning campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 15, 202441 min

Rangers Deploy New Lines Despite Hot Start to Season - Ep. 165

On a new episode of 'Up in the Blue Seats', Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Brian Boyle talk about the new lines and defensive pairings the Rangers utilized in their win over the Islanders on Sunday and why the Blueshirts were justified in making changes, despite New York getting off to one of the franchise's best starts since 1994. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 06, 202422 min

Rangers Hit the Ground Running to Begin 2024-25 NHL Season - Ep. 163

Mollie Walker, The Post's Rangers beat reporter and Larry Brooks, The Post's Senior Hockey Columnist, discuss their thoughts on the Blueshirts' 4-0-1 start to the 2024-25 season, the team's top line clicking early and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 21, 202431 min

Early impressions from the Rangers start to the season | Up in the Blue Seats - Ep. 162

Mollie, Larry & Brian react to the Rangers 1-0-1 start to the season, including a tough loss to Utah Hockey Club in Overtime. Larry shares his thoughts on Igor Shesterkin's contract situation & Boyle breaks down what he has seen from the new guys in Reilly Smith, Sam Carrick & Adam Edstrom. Plus some thoughts on Matt Rempe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 13, 202443 minSeason 1Ep. 162

Outlining Rangers' Expectations In Quest to Capture Lord Stanley | Ep. 161 | Up In The Blue Seats

On a new episode of the ‘Up In The Blue Seats’ podcast ahead of the Rangers’ season-opening matchup against the Penguins, The Post’s Rangers beat reporter Mollie Walker, The Post’s Senior Hockey Columnist, along with a former Blueshirt and longtime NHL-er, Brian Boyle, discuss the Rangers’ offseason moves and how the team can end their 30-year Stanley Cup drought. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 04, 202447 min

Rangers Season in Review, Offseason Preview

On the season finale episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker and Larry Brooks, they open the show talking about what the Rangers had to say at breakup day Tuesday. They react to the 4-2 series loss to the Panthers, their season as a whole, what needs to change, looking ahead to the offseason and what free agents they need to make sure come back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 05, 202452 minSeason 5Ep. 160

What Do Rangers Need to Change With Series Tied 2-2?

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle and Mollie Walker, they open the show talking about the Rangers and Panthers series now being tied at 2-2. They discuss what needs to change in the defensive zone, the Panthers outplaying the Rangers so far, Blake Wheeler’s return in Game 4, lineup changes and looking ahead to Game 5 on Thursday at MSG. Brian and Jake Brown close the show with their three stars and look ahead to the rest of the series. Learn more about your ...

May 29, 202439 minSeason 5Ep. 159
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