Locked On Rangers - Daily Podcast On The New York Rangers

Which Canes goalie represents the toughest challenge for the Rangers? The importance of going with the hot goalie in the playoffs. Trying to figure out how teams should/will approach the exhibition games. Plus, our thoughts on the NHL choosing “rivalry games” for the exhibition matchups. Also, recalling some deep playoff runs by the Rangers and Canes! Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire from their 2009 album, “Everyone On Everynight.”

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Even though it feels like 10 years ago, we’re recalling how the Rangers and Canes were playing before the season was paused! Remembering the David Ayres game. Will Dougie Hamilton and/or Brett Pesce be able to play against the Rangers, and how much would the Canes miss them? Stanley Cup Finals predictions! Plus, the latest on which goalie might get the starting nod for the Rangers and Canes in Game 1! Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire from their 2009 album, “Everyone On Everynight.” Episode 166. Today's episode is brought to you by RockAuto.com. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need.

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The Rangers compete hard in a physical final scrimmage before the team heads to Toronto! Who lit the lamp, who stood out and what’s the latest with the goalie situation? The NHL is allowing 13 forwards and seven defensemen to dress for the exhibition game, so who will be the Rangers “extras”? Plus, making a pitch for Kings fans to root for the Rangers!... we’ll explain. And which goalie seems most likely to start for the Hurricanes? Intro song is “Friends” by Passafire.

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Rangers penalty kill wins the day at practice against the Ranger powerplay unit. Why no one should panic about the powerplay. Jesper Fast is a standout on the penalty kill. Igor Shesterkin gets his own net while Henrik Lundqvist and Alex Georgiev share the other. Vitali Kravtsov practices with Group One… is there any chance he dresses for a Stanley Cup Playoff game? Could and should the NHL use fake crowd noise for the Stanley Cup Playoffs? Seattle chooses a team name. And why you should enjoy the return of sports even if you’re conflicted about it. Intro song is "Friends" by Passafire. Episode 164.

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Artemi Panarin is one of the finalists for the Hart Trophy along with Nathan MacKinnon and Leon Draisaitl!. We’re making a case for the Breadman, and giving props to his linemates, Ryan Strome and Jesper Fast. Recalling when Henrik Lundqvist was a Hart Trophy finalist in 2011-12. Plus, the latest from Ranger practice, including line combos and defense pairings! Pavel Buchnevich (sort of) discusses his recent injury. Plus, which Locked On Ranger listeners are up for some fantasy hockey next season?! Intro song is “Friends” by Passafire. Episode 163.

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Pavel Buchnevich returns to practice! Celebrating a pair of important anniversaries in Ranger history. Spoiler: They involve Mika Zibanejad and Wayne Gretzky. A total of 2,618 COVID tests results in only two positives tests. Brendan Lemieux will be suspended for two playoff games… how does this impact the Rangers? Igor Shesterkin seemingly closing in on being named the starting goalie for Game 1. David Quinn mentions that Libor Hajek could be active for postseason games. Would Zibanejad be an MVP candidate this year if he hadn’t gotten hurt? Intro song is “Friends” by Passafire. Episode 162. 

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Kaapo Kakko and Julien Gauthier each score twice in a scrimmage… could it be a sign of what’s to come in the playoffs? Rangers battling for playing time in the practices/scrimmages. Igor Shesterkin appears to tighten his grip on the starting goalie gig. Do Henrik Lundqvist and Alex Georgiev still have a chance? Pavel Buchnevich leaves practice early on Saturday and doesn’t come back on Sunday. Kakko gets some run on the top line. Breaking down Brady Skjei’s comments on the upcoming playoff series. Today's episode is brought to you by RockAuto.com. Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Intro song is “Friends” by Passafire. Episode 161. 

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Joined once again by Gabrielle Starr of Locked On Red Sox and Javier Reyes of Locked On Padres. Giving Hoosiers a fair trial. Is it really as lame as we all claimed? Were there movies on the bracket that we liked less than Hoosiers? Intro song is "Leave the Lights On" by Passafire from their 2009 album, "Everyone On Everynight." Episode 160.

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Vince Mercogliano of USA Today, Lohud.com and NorthJersey.com talks about his experience covering the Rangers in the first week back at practice. How do the players feel about being back, despite the ongoing pandemic? Vince also discusses the ongoing battle to be the starting goalie. Is it a true competition, or does Igor Shesterkin have the inside track against Henrik Lundqvist and Alex Georgiev? Plus, Kaapo Kakko looks quicker and leaner than he did before the break, and Vince shares some thoughts on Brendan Lemieux’s looming suspension and explains how the Rangers are preparing for games without him. Should Artemi Panarin be the Ted Lindsay Award winner over Nathan MacKinnon and Leon Draisaitl? And did Adam Fox get snubbed by not being a Rookie of the Year nominee? Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire from their 2009 album, “Everyone On Everynight.” Episode 159.

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Artemi Panarin vs. Nathan MacKinnon vs. Leon Draisaitl for the Ted Lindsay Award! Who should bring it home? Plus, Rangers to play the Islanders in an exhibition game on Wednesday, July 29. How should each team approach that contest? Intro song is “Leave the Lights On” by Passafire from their 2009 album, “Everyone In Everynight.”

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