Locked On Rangers - Daily Podcast On The New York Rangers

A few hours after news broke that Guy Lafleur, Montreal Canadiens legend and Hockey Hall of Famer, had passed away at the age of 70, Locked On Canadiens hosts Scott Matla and Laura Saba recorded a special bonus ad-free episode to share their immediate reaction.

They reflected on the legacy he leaves behind and tried to contextualize the loss of a favourite Canadiens great, and what it means to the Habs, the city of Montreal, the province of Quebec, the NHL, and hockey as a whole. It would be easy to list his many on-ice accomplishments, such as five Stanley Cups, three Art Ross trophies, the most points scored by any Montreal Canadien, and many, many more, but what he truly meant to the hockey community was more than just the way he played - it was the way he embodied what it meant to be legend off the ice as well.

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Though all three are expected back for the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Andrew Copp, Kaapo Kakko and Filip Chytil all sit out with injuries as the Rangers’ four-game winning streak is snapped by the Bruins, 3-1 in Boston. How the Rangers can and should handle Copp, Kakko and Chytil down the stretch. Why this loss isn’t concerning heading toward the postseason. Which two defensemen should the Rangers use as their third pairing in the playoffs between Braden Schneider, Patrik Nemeth and Justin Braun. A look ahead at the battle for first place against the Carolina Hurricanes! Sticking up for Dryden Hunt (even though there’s no way the Rangers can use him on the second line in the playoffs). Ranger powerplay continues its resurgence. Episode 585. Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire.

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Andrew Copp continues his stellar play since coming over to the Rangers, posting a natural hat trick… in the first period!! The stars are out in the Rangers’ 6-3 win over the Islanders, as Artemi Panarin racks up four assists and closes in on the 100-point plateau, while Adam Fox dishes out three helpers! Rangers clinch home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs! Copp is dealing with a lower-body injury, and there’s nothing Ranger fans can do but keep their fingers crossed that he’ll be okay. Rangers run their cumulative shutout streak to 200-plus minutes before finally giving up a goal. Ranger powerplay starting to heat back up after scoring for the third straight game. Episode 584. Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire.

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Despite a miserable stretch for the Hartford Wolf Pack, several Ranger prospects like Hunter Skinner and Nick Merkley (after being acquired via trade) have put up strong seasons, and the team still has a shot at the playoffs. Also, looking at some other Ranger prospects such as Dylan Garand and Brett Berard! Episode 583. Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire.

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Igor Shesterkin posts a 31-save shutout to lead the Rangers to their third consecutive shutout victory, 3-0 over the Winnipeg Jets! After mini-funk, Igor looks as good as he has all season heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Ryan Strome pots two and ties his previous career-high with 19 goals! Rangers powerplay unit continues to round back into form after scoring for the second time in as many games. We talk about how important it is for the Ranger man advantage to be clicking come playoff time. Despite no goals, the Barclay Goodrow/Filip Chytil/Alexis Lafreniere line turns in a strong performance. Episode 582. Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire.

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Kaapo Kakko is listed as week-to-week with a lower body injury. Breaking down how the Rangers can look at line up in his absence and if/when we can expect to see Kakko back in the lineup. Does Vitali Kravtsov become an option, or has that ship sailed? Plus, checking in on Ranger prospects, including Brennan Othmann, Will Cuylle and more!! Episode 581. Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire.

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After sitting the most recent game as a healthy scratch, Alexis Lafreniere returns to the lineup with a vengeance and scores twice, including a highlight reel goal in the third period! Kaapo Kakko exits with a lower body injury, though Gerard Gallant says it isn’t serious. After Kakko scored twice in the last game and Lafreniere scored twice in this one, are we about to see both players take their game to a scary new level heading into the playoffs?? Igor Shesterkin cruises to a 20-save shutout and has permitted just four goals in his last four starts (mini-slump officially over). Can the Rangers take the Metro Division from the Carolina Hurricanes?? Episode 580. Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire.

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We’re taking a deep dive into the Vitali Kravtsov situation and determining whether it’s a good idea for the Rangers to bring him back for the rest of the regular season and the Stanley Cup Playoffs! Also, a fun checklist on some of the things that the Rangers need to do before now and the start of the postseason! How should the Rangers handle Igor Shesterkin and Alex Georgiev down the stretch? Could the Rangers look to put Alexis Lafreniere back with Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider to get him going?? Episode 579. Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire.

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In one of the Rangers' easiest wins of the season, Kaapo Kakko bags a pair of goals as the Blueshirts steamroll a comatose Flyers team, 4-0!! Why Alexis Lafreniere being a healthy scratch for one game (likely for maintenance) isn’t a big deal. Giving props to Alex Georgiev, who wins his sixth consecutive start while dealing a 28-save shutout! Ranger third line of Kakko, Filip Chytil and Barclay Goodrow enjoys a strong night. Are the Rangers ready to roll with Justin Braun and Braden Schneider on the third pairing in the playoffs, or will Patrik Nemeth work his way back into the lineup? Rangers continue to scuffle on the powerplay, including failing to convert on a 5-on-3 that lasted 1:55… any cause for concern? Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire. Episode 578.

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Chris Kreider scores the 50th goal of his incredible season!! Ranger rally comes up short in a 4-2 home loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. Talking about Kreider’s impact on the young Rangers, his incredible season beyond the 50 goals, and why he’s so important in a leadership role regardless of whether he ever wears the C. More details emerge on what went down between Alex Georgiev and Tony DeAngelo. Breaking down everything that happened between Barclay Goodrow and Brendan Smith. Several other Rangers having career seasons and setting franchise records! K’Andre Miller scores and later just misses what would have been a legitimate Goal of the Year candidate. Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire. Episode 577.

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