Up In The Blue Seats - New York Rangers Podcast

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Andrew Harts open the show with The Post’s Larry Brooks. The crew talks about the Rangers 6-2 win Monday with “grease” goals, Will Cuylle making his NHL debut for the Rangers Wednesday in his hometown Toronto, Sammy Blais’ demotion to Hartford and Vitali Kravtsov being a healthy scratch. (15:14) MSG Network Rangers anchor and reporter John Giannone then joins the pod. Giannone looks back to his time working at The Post, now working with Henrik Lundqvist, being on MSG Network for over 20 years and his variety of roles in studio and between the benches. He also talks about the current Rangers outlook, the trade deadline and his early memories at The Garden growing up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers bouncing back from Sunday’s loss to the lowly Canadiens with a win over the Blue Jackets. They discuss Jaroslav Halak playing well, K’Andre Miller’s insane buzzer-beating goal and the big matchup ahead Thursday against the NHL’s best Bruins. Mollie then gives out her top five NHL cities and top five NHL arenas after visiting her final one on Monday in Columbus. (19:43) The Post’s Hall of Famer Larry Brooks then drops by to react to last Thursday’s thrilling finish at MSG, Miller’s sensational play, what his next contract may look like, the Rangers top power play units, Coach Gallant holding the team together and evaluating the Bruins historic first half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers 4-3 win over the Wild Tuesday night. They discuss Chris Kreider’s injury, what it means for Alexis Lafreniere, Ryan Gosling kissing Henrik Lundqvist on the jumbotron, Ryan Reaves returning to MSG, reacting to his comments on his ending with the Rangers and Coach Gallant’s response to Mollie on those comments. (11:14) The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk about Lafreniere’s time to shine with Kreider out, Reaves’ comments and Filip Chytil needing more ice time. (24:30) ESPN Radio NY Rangers play-by-play announcer and radio host Don La Greca then joins Jake and producer Andrew Harts. La Greca talks about the current Rangers, why he hates shootouts, what the Blueshirts should do at the trade deadline, his Rangers fandom and future on the radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers’ 5-3 win Tuesday to end the Hurricanes 11-game win streak. They then discuss the Jimmy Vesey contract extension and why it was a brilliant move. They then answer subtext questions from listeners on Ben Harpur, Alexis LaFreniere’s Rangers future, ranking which players to retain moving forward and Vitali Kravtsov’s play. (14:18) The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to react to the Vesey extension, what to do with the defensemen contract-wise moving forward and how the Rangers can fill their needs via trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers ugly 4-0 loss to the Capitals Tuesday. They discuss Gerard Gallant’s tough practice Wednesday, lineup changes, having no more games against the Islanders this season and Igor Shesterkin hosting a few of the Islanders for Christmas at his home. (9:46) The Post’s Larry Brooks stops by to talk about the various lineup changes, what players he might put on a line together, what to do with Alexis Lafreniere and where the Blueshirts go from here with a tough stretch ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers’ seven-game win streak coming to an end in Pittsburgh Tuesday night. NY Post Islanders beat writer Ethan Sears joins the show to preview Islanders-Rangers at The Garden Thursday and analyze the Isles up and down season thus far. (17:59) MSG Network Rangers iconic play-by-play announcer Sam Rosen then joins the show to chat with Jake and Andrew Harts about his career, the current Rangers and some of his favorite broadcasting memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers 4-3 win in OT over the Devils. They discuss the comeback victory, the four-game win streak and the team finally stacking wins. Mollie then answers subtext questions on Vitali Kravtsov, Sammy Blais, cap space and Coach Gallant’s line changes. (14:41) Devils legend and MSG SportsNet analyst Ken Daneyko then joins the show. Mr. Devil talks about the rivalry with the Rangers, the development of the Devils’ young core, Alexis LaFreniere taking longer than expected to develop and hating the Rangers during his playing days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Larry Brooks open the show talking about the Rangers coming back in the third period to beat the Blues. They discuss why the win was critical, Larry’s rare in-game tweets and K’Andre Miller scoring his first goal of the year. Longtime ESPN anchor, In The Crease host, ESPN NHL reporter and rabid Rangers fan Linda Cohn then joins the show. Cohn discusses her Rangers fandom, her all-time favorite Rangers goalie, Captain Trouba, why Rangers fans should not panic yet and a potential trade for Patrick Kane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Mollie Walker, Jake Brown and Andrew Harts open the show talking about the Rangers’ much-needed win in Ottawa Wednesday. They discuss Jaroslav Halak’s first Rangers win, the Devils being for real, concerns with Igor Shesterkin’s struggles and whether it’s time to panic. They also talk about the Rangers trading Ryan Reaves, the chances they make a deal for Patrick Kane and debate whether Coach Gallant is on the hot seat. Mollie then goes inside the locker room, breaking down her conversations with K’Andre Miller and Chris Kreider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts open the show talking about the Rangers’ roller coaster season thus far. They also get into the upcoming west coast trip and early season overreactions on Jaroslav Halak, goal differential and the Metro division getting better. Mollie then answers a few mailbag questions on roster decisions, Jimmy Vesey and players progressing at Hartford. (21:08) The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to discuss the Rangers’ inconsistent play, Ryan Reaves’ role and the power play struggles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show reacting to the Rangers’ 4-3 loss loss to the Islanders Tuesday. (3:50) The Post’s Larry Brooks stops by to discuss the missed tripping penalty, the three-game losing streak, the mood in the locker room, Igor Shesterkin’s average play and what Brooksie would do to turn things around. (19:30) Former Rangers center, Devils Stanley Cup champion and NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp then joins the show. Rupp discusses the Mitchell Miller situation, how he would rate the Rangers season thus far, if there is such a thing as a hangover from last season’s success, impressions of Gerard Gallant as a head coach after playing for him and how players react to referees’ missed calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show with special guest Johnny Lazarus from The Blue Crew Pod. They react to the atmosphere at Mullett Arena in Arizona, the Rangers’ three-game win streak and the state of the Blueshirts. Mollie then answers mailbag questions on Jaroslav Halak, Julian Gauthier and improving at even strength. NY Post Hockey Hall of Fame writer Larry Brooks drops by to dive into the Vitali Kravtsov saga and what his Rangers future may look like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers’ four-game losing streak. They discuss Alexandar Georgiev’s revenge game on Tuesday, Jaroslav Halak and the Rangers’ rough patch and some injury updates. The Post’s Hockey Hall of Fame writer Larry Brook then drops by to talk about the state of the Rangers, Chris Kreider needing to pick his game up and another injury setback for Vitali Kravtsov. Brooksie also gets into Braden Schneider’s start to the season, the problem with the NHL schedule shortening rivalry matchups and his thoughts on Stan Fischler after the press level at UBS Arena was named after him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers’ hot start scoring this season. They discuss the win over the Ducks in Ryan Strome and Frank Vatrano’s return, David Quinn’s return to MSG Thursday and Mollie gives a few scoops from the locker room. They then answer mailbag questions on Dryden Hunt, the future of Vitali Kravtsov and Jaroslav Halak as the backup goalie. (19:30) NY Post Hockey Hall of Fame writer Larry Brooks stops by to discuss Mika Zibanejad’s hot start, Kaapo Kakko’s play, the possibility of a Patrick Kane trade, looking back at Coach Quinn’s Rangers tenure and Bobby Holik giving Larry the best quotes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show talking about the Rangers’ 3-1 win on opening night at MSG. (4:40) NY Post Hockey Hall of Fame writer Larry Brooks stops by to react to the win, the Vitali Kravtsov injury and the difficult cap situation making it tough for the Rangers to go for Patrick Kane. Brooksie also discusses the future of Libor Hajek, the Rangers depth, the one player he did not get along with well and what to do in Minnesota. (23:05) Rangers great, MSG Network and ESPN Radio NY Rangers analyst Dave Maloney then joins the pod for a record-breaking 8th time. Maloney discusses how good the Rangers look Tuesday, Jacob Trouba and what goes into being a strong captain, having high expectations and why K’Andre Miller stands out for the Blueshirts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a 2022-2023 Rangers season preview episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Jake Brown and Mollie Walker open the show welcoming fans back for a new season of the show. They discuss the biggest Rangers news from the offseason, including Jacob Trouba being named captain, the biggest additions and subtractions from the team and Mollie being back in the locker room. They also get into the high expectations for Igor Shesterkin, improving the backup goalie situation, the biggest question marks heading into the season and make predictions for where the Blueshirts will finish in the standings. (25:02) NY Post Hall of Fame hockey writer Larry Brooks drops by to break down his big question marks for the team, needing to take the burden off Shesterkin and what the top line might look like. Brooksie also discusses Vitali Kravtsov’s future, why this could be a more challenging yet successful season for the Rangers and being energized by returning to the locker room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the season finale of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast, Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ season-ending loss in Game 6 in Tampa Bay on Saturday. They discuss why the Lightning were just the better team, the mysterious Kaapo Kakko scratch, how great this season was, Vitaly Kravtsov signing back with the team and which Rangers free agents may stay and which players may go. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to react to Kakko not playing Saturday, the season being a smashing success, what the Blueshirts need this offseason, what to do with their free agents and whether they will extend K’Andre Miller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the first ever live podcast edition of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Jake Brown and Andrew Harts host the show from American Whiskey after Game 5 at MSG. The guys are joined by special guest, Rangers great Nick Fotiu. They react to the tough 3-1 Rangers Game 5 loss, look ahead to Game 6 and debate whether the Rangers can win the series. Ron and Nick take questions from the fans at the bar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On an Eastern Conference Finals edition of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the heartbreaking Rangers’ 3-2 loss in Game 3 in Tampa Bay. They discuss the Lightning’s response to being down 2-0, Chris Kreider’s postgame comments on the game-winning goal they allowed in the final minute and looking ahead to Game 4. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk about what needs to change in Game 4 for the Blueshirts, Ryan Strome’s injury, the Lightning throwing Igor Shesterkin’s game off and what to expect the rest of the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On an Eastern Conference Finals edition of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ 6-2 Game 1 win over the Lightning. They discuss how well Filip Chytil continues to play, the battle of the elite goalies, the energy at MSG, what to expect for Game 2 and the rest of the series. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk about Chytil coming into his own, why this team reminds him of the 2011 Rangers and why he expects to see a much different Lightning team in Game 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a playoff edition of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Jake Brown, Andrew Harts and guest co-host Dave Maloney open the show talking about the Rangers winning Game 4 Tuesday to tie the series at 2-2. They discuss getting revenge on Max Domi after Jacob Trouba’s big hit, Ryan Lindgren showing his leadership, how the Hurricanes will respond returning home, previewing Game 5 and stories from Ron and Dave’s days playing and partying together on Rangers playoff teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a playoff edition of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ 3-1 Game 3 win Sunday. They discuss the energy at The Garden, Max Domi’s cheap shot to end the game, Gerard Gallant comments after the game about it, being nominated for the Jack Adams Award and predictions for Game 4. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk about Domi’s hit, Tony DeAngelo, Coach Gallant and the lineup changes. They close the show hearing some fan reactions outside MSG after the big Game 3 win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a playoff edition of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ 2-1 loss in overtime in Game 1 in Carolina Wednesday. They discuss Filip Chytil, the kid line and Tyler Motte playing well for the Rangers, Rangers fans representing in Carolina despite the ticket ban, the chance for a potential Sammy Bleis return and why beating the Hurricanes this series is going to be difficult. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk about Artemi Panarin’s playoff struggles, Ryan Strome and Andrew Copp’s contract situations, what the Rangers need to do to win Game 2 and how they need to get on more power plays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the ugly 7-2 Rangers loss in Game 4. They discuss what happened in the two bad losses in Pittsburgh, the team being down 3-1, not showing enough fight, Igor Shesterkin’s struggles, Penguins fans bringing the heat and what to expect in Game 5. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk about the Penguins domination, the top line playing poorly and why this series has been a failure thus far by the Rangers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers heartbreaking triple OT 4-3 loss to the Penguins in Game 1 of the playoffs Wednesday. They discuss Ron’s experience playing in OT playoff hockey, the controversial disallowed goal, Igor Shesterkin’s insane 79-save game and the feeling inside The Garden. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk about the disallowed goal, the rest of this series and Ron’s success in the playoffs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers losses to the Hurricanes and Canadiens. They discuss resting players for the playoffs, which team is the preferred first-round matchup and what players to watch for in the playoffs. They then answer questions from Post Sports+ members. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk about players getting hurt, the Hart Trophy, Friday’s matchup against the Capitals and how far the Blueshirts could go in the playoffs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special edition of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay is joined by his former Rangers teammate Tom Laidlaw as they welcome ESPN’s Linda Cohn to the show. They discuss the sad passing of NHL legend Mike Bossy, why Igor Shesterkin should be the leading candidate for the Vezina Trophy and the Rangers getting in a groove before the playoffs. They get into the impressive job that GM Chris Drury has done to turn this team into a Stanley Cup contender, the potential playoff matchups ahead and Linda’s predictions on how far the Blueshirts could go in the playoffs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers clinching a playoff spot. They discuss Chris Kreider reaching 50 goals, Ron’s memories clinching a playoff spot, resting Alexis Lafreniere and other players and Alexandar Georgiev’s shutout Wednesday. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk Vitali Kravtsov’s future, Lafreniere and Ryan Reaves’ playing time and the potential of Chris Drury winning awards for the team’s success. The crew closes the show with Andrew Harts playing Led Zeppelin drum beats and having Ron guess which songs they are. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Braden Schneider’s big game in the Rangers win over the Devils. They also discuss Igor Shesterkin’s recent struggles and a ridiculous tweet sent to Mollie. Stathletes co-founder Meghan Chayka joins the show to discuss the analytical side of the Blueshirts post-trade deadline success and how analytics have played a role in hockey in sports betting. The Post’s Larry Brooks stops by to explain why Shesterkin suddenly looks human and the importance of the Rangers power play this season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ four-game win streak. They discuss winning despite Alexandar Georgiev’s struggles, the newest Rangers making an impact and what the best playoff matchup for them might be. They answer questions from Post Sports+ members on the backup goalie situation, Kaapo Kakko’s eventual return, Justin Braun and Jacob Trouba. The Post’s Larry Brooks talks Barclay Goodrow, K’Andre Miller and the time when Larry thought about managing a team. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the moves the Rangers made at the trade deadline. They grade Chris Drury’s trades and discuss how the Blueshirts got better. MSG Network Rangers play-by-play announcer Sam Rosen joins the show to break down the deals, talk Alexis LaFreniere, Ryan Reaves, loving his job and debate whether this team can win a Stanley Cup this season. The Post’s Larry Brooks dissects the trades made and how the Rangers lineup will now shake out. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers thrilling win in OT Tuesday. They discuss the comeback kids, Alexandar Georgiev’s performance and Igor Shesterkin being pulled in St. Louis. The Post’s Larry Brooks dives into the Rangers hanging on to their blue chips, an update on Kaapo Kakko and the Rangers-Islanders matchup Thursday. Rangers great and MSG Network analyst Dave Maloney sits down with the crew to talk about high pressure games ahead come playoff time, St. Patrick’s Day memories, Chris Kreider’s big season and working at the wine shop. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show wishing Mollie a Happy Birthday. They discuss another rough game Tuesday for Alexandar Georgiev, why they should move on from him and K’Andre Miller’s recent play. They then answer questions from readers on everything Rangers. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk trade deadline, Artemi Panarin not looking his usual self and Adam Fox’s minutes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers losses over the weekend. They discuss Pavel Buchnevich’s return to MSG Wednesday, Filip Chytil getting benched and Mollie’s 25th birthday next week. MSG Network, NHL on TNT and FOX Sports play-by-play announcer Kenny Albert then joins the show to talk about calling various sports, this Rangers team, his family of broadcasters and his unique broadcasting journey. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to discuss the Chytil situation, whether Alexandar Georgiev will get traded and NHL officiating. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the passing of former Rangers player, coach and GM Emile Francis. They also discuss the Rangers struggles offensively, lineup changes and what Ranger could be on the trade block. Former Ranger Pete Stemkowski leaves a heartwarming message on what made Emile “The Cat” Francis so special. The Post’s Larry Brooks recalls his memories of “The Cat,” a potential Rangers trade for Cal Clutterbuck and Morgan Barron’s future. Former Rangers goalie and Team USA Hockey GM John Vanbiesbrouck then joins the show to discuss Team USA’s play in the Olympics in Beijing, what makes Igor Shesterkin so great and his memories playing with Ron. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts open the show talking about Igor Shesterkin’s incredible performance against the Bruins in the Rangers first game back since the All-Star break. They also discuss what players might be on the Rangers radar before the March 21st trade deadline. Hockey historian and former MSG Network broadcaster Stan Fischler joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the current squad, the Rangers needing to name a captain and why being a mentor has been the most rewarding part about his career in hockey. The Post’s Larry Brooks also joins the show to chat about the trade deadline and the impact that Coach Gallant has had on the team. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts open the show talking about the magical Henrik Lundqvist ceremony last Friday. They also discuss Tuesday’s big win over the Panthers, the Rangers having an identity and what we saw in the first half of the season from this team. The crew then answers Rangers questions from Post Sports+ members. NY Post hockey writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk Ryan Strome’s contract, whether the Rangers would consider trading Alexis LaFreniere and which young Ranger is most likely to be traded. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Henrik Lundqvist night Friday, the passing of Clark Gillies, Chris Kreider’s 30-goal season and Adam Fox’s first shootout attempt to win Monday’s game against the Kings. Former Rangers center and NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp sits down with the crew to discuss playing with Lundqvist, his interview with him and memories playing for the Rangers and Devils. The Post’s Larry Brooks chats about his favorite memories covering Lundqvist, Gillies and Kreider’s bid for being captain. The show ends with Jake’s interview with Henrik Lundqvist from November on how special his jersey retirement night will be, being covered by Brooksie and getting the “King” nickname. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Ryan Reaves’ big two-goal game in a statement win over the Maple Leafs. NY Post hockey writer Larry Brooks drops by to discuss Chris Kreider’s potential 30-goal season and Filip Chytil’s adjustment to playing the wing. Former Rangers and Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Kotsopoulos joins the crew to get into Rangers-Maple Leafs, Gerard Gallant’s coaching style and his hockey fights with Ron back in the day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers taxi squad of players who have helped rescue the club amid their rash of COVID cases. They discuss the Rangers west coast road trip, Alexander Georgiev’s recent starts and Ron learns about “twerking” thanks to a video that had hockey Twitter going crazy. NY Post hockey insider Larry Brooks returns to the show to discuss why it’s good for the Rangers to go through some adversity, why Evander Kane isn’t a fit for the team and why Tomas Hertl should be a trade deadline target. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Mollie out in Las Vegas. They discuss the first place Rangers, why this team is for real, Alexandar Georgiev turning it around and what they might do on the west coast trip. Rangers great, Hockey Hall of Famer and Lightning radio analyst Phil Esposito then joins the show. Espo talks about his career, the Rangers, co-founding the Lightning and why he loves it in Tampa. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers loss to the Panthers Wednesday. They discuss Artemi Panarin’s beautiful goal, the team expressing positivity and new year’s resolutions. 1994 Rangers Stanley Cup-winning head coach Mike Keenan then sits down with the crew. Keenan talks about the 1994 title, disappointment in not coming back, goaltending and the Olympics. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about COVID causing games to be postponed and the NHL dropping out of the Olympics. Ron and Mollie then answer questions about the Rangers from Post Sports+ members. Longtime ESPN anchor and “In The Crease” podcast host Linda Cohn then joins the show. Cohn discusses the Olympics, her Jacob Trouba interview, Adam Fox, Coach Gallant and repping her NY teams in Los Angeles. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show with injury updates on Sammy Blais, Igor Shesterkin and Artemi Panarin. They get into the big Rangers win Wednesday, Filip Chytil’s surprising benching and what type of players the Blueshirts might need to add. NY Post hockey reporter Larry Brooks drops by to discuss Chytil’s benching, whether Alexis Lafrenière should be sent down and whether the NHL should pull out of the Olympics. Former NHL defenseman and MSG Network Rangers NHL analyst Joe Micheletti chats with the gang about his interactions with Mollie, playing against Ron, playing with Wayne Gretzky and playing for Herb Brooks. Micheletti talks about working with Sam Rosen and what stands out about this Rangers team. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the pod talking about the Rangers seven-game winning streak being snapped on Wednesday. They discuss Adam Huska’s rough NHL debut, Igor Shesterkin’s potential timeline and Jacob Trouba playing as the Rangers expected him to. Ron and Mollie then answer questions on the Rangers from Post Sports+ members. NY Post hockey reporter Larry Brooks gets into the potential of a Patrick Kane trade, potentially breaking up the Adam Fox-Ryan Lindgren line and the NHL needing to address big hits. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown get into Mollie and Jake’s reunion at MSG Wednesday, the Rangers staying hot behind Igor Shesterkin’s play, the Artemi Panarin-Brad Marchand saga and Stan Fischler’s U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame induction. NY Post hockey reporter Larry Brooks drops by to talk Ryan Strome and J.T. Miller as a possibility for the Rangers. MSG Network’s Bill Pidto sits down with Ron, Mollie and Jake to dive into his “developing situation” phrase, MSG 150 and the “Where They Were Then” book he is featured in. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ miraculous last-second win on Sunday night. They discuss the game-winning goal from Ryan Lindgren, Adam Fox continuing to impress, Alexandar Georgiev’s struggles, Mollie’s trip to the Islanders new UBS Arena and Thanksgiving plans. NY Post hockey insider Larry Brooks drops by to talk about the goaltending conundrum, the defensive concerns, potential replacements for Georgiev and his thoughts on his years covering Potvin. Islanders legend and Hall of Famer Denis Potvin then joins the show. Potvin talks about the “Potvin sucks” chants still going, how Rangers fans treat him in person, memories playing Ron, his relationship with coach Al Arbour and the upcoming Rangers-Islanders matchup at the new arena. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ four-game win streak. They discuss Ryan Reaves dropping the gloves Tuesday night, Sammy Blais being out for the season, P.K. Subban needing harsher discipline than he was given and the young Rangers playing well. Jake then chats with Rangers legendary goaltender Henrik Lundqvist at the Chris Tschupp Halt ALS charity hockey game. Lundqvist talks about his post-playing career, broadcasting for MSG Network, Igor Shesterkin, his jersey getting retired in January at The Garden, being called “The King” and being covered by Brooksie. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks then drops by to react to what Lundqvist said about him, Blais’ injury, the opportunity now for Julien Gauthier and Reaves’ toughness. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show reacting to Monday’s big win over the Panthers. They discuss Jack Eichel being traded to Las Vegas, Igor Shesterkin’s stomach bug, the testy exchange between Mollie and Coach Gallant, what’s missing in Alexis LaFrenière’s game, the blowout loss to Calgary, Chris Kreider’s postgame comments and Connor McDavid’s insane goal. Ron and Mollie answer questions from Post Sports+ members on LaFrenière, Kreider potentially being a captain, the top six and the defense. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk about the third period issues, Ryan Reeves’ play and potential trades. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Adam Fox’s contract extension. They also discuss Ron’s contracts with the Rangers, Mollie’s adventures on the road in Canada and Seattle and her mom meeting Mark Messier last week. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk about the Fox contract extension, cap space, developing Nils Lundkvist and how Alexis Lafreniére can improve. Rangers great and radio analyst Dave Maloney then joins the show. Maloney discusses his job at a liquor store in Connecticut, today’s NHL coaching style, why Ryan Lindgren could make a good captain and the Rangers' hot start to the season led by Igor Shesterkin. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices