Welcome to the Rink Rap Podcast from Forever Blue Shirts! Host Jim Cerny dives into the New York Rangers' fading playoff chances, John Tortorella’s firing, and MLB Opening Day excitement. From Rangers’ struggles to potential coaching changes and prospect updates, we’ve got it all covered. Hit that subscribe button, like the video, and join the conversation on X @JimCerny! Full episode available on ForeverBlueShirts.com and all podcast platforms. ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Thanks - Podcast welcome 00:35 - MLB Opening - Baseball kickoff 01:24 - Rangers Focus - Hockey priority 02:09 - Playoff Woes - Rangers’ struggles 07:42 - Tortorella Fired - Coaching shakeup 12:00 - Coaching Options - Rangers’ future 25:04 - Prospect Signings - New talent 30:16 - McElrath Deal - Capitals contract 33:28 - Chikrin Trade - Missed opportunity 36:00 - Defense Fixes - UFA targets 39:21 - Wrap-Up Thoughts - Final takes Keep up with New York Rangers news: https://www.foreverblueshirts.com

Rangers fans, are you ready for the truth? With just 12 games left, the New York Rangers are teetering on the edge of disaster—playoff hopes fading, a brutal 3-game skid, and a shameful no-show at Madison Square Garden. Jim Cerney of the Rink Rock Podcast on Forever Blueshirts breaks it all down: Can the Blueshirts find their ‘Mr. Brightside’ and claw back into the postseason? From Tuesday’s embarrassing flop against Calgary to a desperate showdown with the Vancouver Canucks this Saturday, we’re diving into the highs, lows, and what’s next. Is Peter Laviolette to blame? Is Keiondre Miller trade bait? Hit play for hot takes, quick hits, and the raw reality of a team fighting to survive! 

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Rangers fans, Jim Cerny from Forever Blue Shirts is RAGING after a DISASTROUS weekend with SHOCKING losses to Ottawa & Columbus! We break down the "garbage DNA" with TERRIBLE defense and the calls for Laviolette's firing! Did the trade deadline moves help? Can the Rangers survive the tough road trip? Plus, Lafreniere vs. Fantilli! 

Key Topics: 

🚨 Rangers' awful weekend losses 

🚨 Defensive breakdowns 

🚨 Laviolette on the hot seat 

🚨 Trade deadline impact 

🚨 Upcoming road trip preview 

🚨 Lafreniere vs. Fantilli 

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Marty Biron - former Rangers great & current NHL analyst - joins Jim Cerny on Rink Rap from Forever Blueshirts to break down the NY Rangers’ playoff push. He urges the Rangers to chase the New Jersey Devils in the division race over a wild card spot, praises Igor Shesterkin as the NHL’s top goalie, and analyzes GM Chris Drury’s roster moves ahead of the trade deadline. Plus, exclusive Henrik Lundqvist stories! 🔥

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Neil Smith, the legendary GM who brought the Stanley Cup back to New York in 1994, joins the Rink Rap Podcast! 🏆🔥 We dive into:

• The 1994 Rangers championship run
• Trade deadline strategies & key moves
• The current NY Rangers playoff push
• Rangers vs. Islanders: Rivalry Reignited? 🏒💥
• And much more!

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The Rangers hit the Four Nations break, but was it good timing or a momentum killer? 🏒 Former Rangers captain & MSG analyst Dave Maloney joins Jim Cerny on the Rink Rap Podcast to break it all down!

🔹 How did the Rangers bounce back from tough losses?
🔹 Are Drury’s roster moves paying off?
🔹 Will Igor Shesterkin return to top form when it matters most?

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The New York Rangers just pulled off a massive third-period comeback vs. the Bruins, and we’re breaking it all down! 🏒🔥 Plus, with the NHL Trade Deadline approaching, what’s next for Ryan Lindgren, Mika Zibanejad, and the Rangers' playoff push?

🔹 Breaking down the Rangers’ HUGE win vs. Boston
🔹 Trade rumors: Will the Rangers move Lindgren?
🔹 Roster shakeups, JT Miller’s impact & what’s next for NYR
🔹 Pete Alonso & the Mets' wild contract saga

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Looking for the latest New York Rangers news and NHL trade rumors? In this edition of the Rink Rap Podcast from Forever Blueshirts, host Jim Cerny sits down with Colin Stephenson of Newsday to break down the Rangers' trade for JT Miller and what it means for the team moving forward. With the NHL trade deadline fast approaching, what moves could the Rangers make next? 

📢 Topics Covered: 

✅ JT Miller trade analysis – How does this impact the Rangers’ lineup? 

✅ NHL trade deadline predictions – Who could be on the move? 

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The New York Rangers are gearing up for the NHL Trade Deadline, and big moves could be on the horizon! 🏒 In this episode of the Rink Rap Podcast, NHL insider Dan Rosen joins Jim Cerny to break down the latest trade rumors, the Rangers' playoff push, and potential roster changes. Could JT Miller or another star be on the move? How will Chris Drury handle key contracts like Kaapo Kakko, Alexis Lafrenière, and K’Andre Miller? And what about the Rangers' goaltending and defensive struggles? Stay tuned for exclusive NHL trade deadline insights and expert analysis on what’s next for the Blueshirts! 

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Welcome to the Rink Rap Podcast presented by Forever Blue Shirts! 🎙️ This special episode, the day before Jim's birthday, is packed with Rangers updates, NHL insights, and behind-the-scenes stories. Dive into post-game coverage, trade deadline strategies, and Jim's weekend hockey adventures, from broadcasting games to celebrating in style! Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly Rangers content, hot takes, and exclusive interviews. Stay tuned till the end for Jim's thoughts on the Rangers’ playoff prospects and insider news on potential trades!