Rink Rap | A New York Rangers Podcast from Forever Blueshirts

Jim Cerny is back with a brand-new Rink Rap, and he's discussing the Rangers' current roster depth amid their injuries. With Vincent Trocheck and Carson Soucy injured, who steps up? Plus, the latest in Rangers news.

Ryan Paton of NHL Radio on SiriusXM joins Jim to talk about the Rangers future, Sullivan's presence, playoff chances and a bright future ahead for the Blueshirts!

Jim closes out the show talking about who's hot, and who's not on the Rangers roster after the first week of the 2025-26 season!

The New York Rangers kicked off the 2025-26 NHL season with a brutal 6-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins—why did they look so disjointed and out of sync? In this episode of Rink Rap, we break it all down, from defensive breakdowns to lineup questions, while handing out major props to Igor Shesterkin for his 27 saves, Mika Zibanejad's leadership, Alexis Lafreniere's fire, and rookie sensation Noah Laba's impressive debut.

Then, we dive into season previews and predictions for the Rangers' Cup chase and the rest of the NHL—plus, the hot takes on keeping Laba on the roster and signing veteran Conor Sheary after his PTO. Don't worry, Blueshirts fans: We explain why Sheary's addition won't block the kids' path to stardom this year.

Wrap-up includes a look at the week ahead and a tease for next week's guest: Ryan Paton from NHL Network Radio!

Welp, the season started off on the wrong skate as the Penguins downed the Rangers. We break down what happened and if you should be concerned.

Jim's Rangers season previews and predictions, including the rest of the NHL, as well as breaking down the decisions to keep rookie Laba on the roster and sign veteran Conor Sheary after his PTO. 

Let's take a look down the road for the Blueshirts this coming week!

🚨 The puck drops on the 2025-26 NHL season in less than a week, and the New York Rangers are in full "Season of Redemption" mode after last year's disaster! Join Jim Cerny on this October 1 edition of the Rink Rap Podcast as we break down the latest preseason cuts, Brennan Othmann's tough road to Hartford, why prospects like Gabe Perreault and Noah Laba are sticking around, and emerging defense pairings. Plus, a quick hit on Artemi Panarin's looming contract—will the Bread Man walk for big money? Don't miss the hype for opening night vs. the Penguins!

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00:00 - Intro: Welcome to October & Rangers Hype
02:38 - Preseason Stock Check: Othmann's Rollercoaster
06:42 - Why Othmann Heads to Hartford (Defensive Woes)
10:02 - Prospects Shining: Perreault, Laba & Berard
16:43 - Defense Breakdown: Morrow, Schneider's Role
34:21 - Forward Lines & Tough Cuts (Sheary vs. Brodzinski?)
41:58 - Final Preseason Preview: Miller Injury Update
47:02 - Panarin Contract Alert: No Discount Coming?
50:00 - Outro: Predictions Next Week!

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Jim is back breaking down who he thinks should make the final roster and who he believe coach Mike Sullivan will choose for the opening-night roster.

Jim concludes the show with J.T. Miller injury update, and thoughts on potential contract extension for Artemi Panarin.