The Garden Faithful: A show about the New York Rangers

Arthur, Steve Valiquette, and Producer Chris discuss the latest information on Patrick Kane’s imminent trade to the New York Rangers, including what the former Conn Smyth winner will bring to the Blueshirts lineup, likely starting tomorrow night in Philadelphia against the Flyers, K’Andre Miller’s probable multi-game suspension for spitting in the direction of Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty during Sunday’s game, how critical it is for the Rangers to limit scoring chances off the rush, the Eastern Conference arms race with the trade deadline approaching, and more.

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First, Arthur and MSG Networks analyst and Clear Sight Analytics CEO Steve Valiquette discuss the Western Canada roadtrip, Monday’s 4-1 loss to the Winnipeg Jets, their first regulation loss since January 19, despite putting 51 shots on goal, Vincent Trocheck’s markedly improved play, Igor Shesterkin’s rough stretch in goal, the Rangers giving up a lot of chances off the rush, reacquiring Tyler Motte, and more.

Plus, to close things out, Producer Chris joins the guys to talk about the fast-approaching NHL trade deadline and if Patrick Kane could still be added to the lineup before 3:00pm ET next Friday. 

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Arthur’s travel plans to Western Canada went awry, so Producer Chris and guest cohost Steve Valiquette take over for the week to discuss Artemi Panarin’s 4-goal outburst in a statement 6-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh on Saturday night, Vladimir Tarasenko’s perfect Garden debut with the Blueshirts, scoring on his first shot in a 6-3 win over the Seattle Kraken on Friday night, Gerard Gallant’s power play configurations, Jaroslav Halak’s 7-game winning streak, a key difference in Igor Shesterkin’s game this season, and Vitali Kravstov requesting another trade out of New York.

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Arthur and guest cohost, former Rangers goaltender Steve Valiquette give their thoughts on the Thursday’s acquisition of Vladimir Tarasenko and Niko Mikkola from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for Sammy Blais, Hunter Skinner, a conditional 2023 1st round pick and a conditional 2024 4th round pick and discuss why it was important for GM Chris Drury to make the deal 11 days out from the NHL trade deadline, how Tarasenko potentially fits on the top power play unit, his friendship with Artemi Panarin, Niko Mikkola slotting in alongside Braden Schneider as the team’s 6th defenseman, and more.

Plus, the guys look back at Monday’s “game of the year”, a 5-4 overtime win over the Calgary Flames and Filip Chytil’s scorching play on the reunited Kid Line. 

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Arthur and guest cohost Steve Valiquette discuss last night’s 3-2 overtime loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Chris Kreider’s rough game while likely still feeling the effects of a lingering upper body injury, Kaapo Kakko’s impressive 5-on-5 play as part of a reunited Kid Line, Vincent Trocheck’s struggles, potential trade deadline targets, Sammy Blais scoring a goal for the Hartford Wolf Pack in the first game of his AHL conditioning stint, Will Cuyle’s Rangers debut, Vitali Kravstov’s role on the team, Artemi Panarin and Adam Fox joining Igor Shesterkin at the All-Star Game, and Vally makes a Jozef Balej reference for the die-hards.

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Arthur is joined by MSG Networks analyst and Clear Sight Analytics CEO Steve Valiquette to discuss the Rangers going 2-1 over their last 3, including one of the most fun comeback wins in team history against the Dallas Stars last Thursday, K’Andre Miller having as high a developmental ceiling as any defenseman in the NHL, Jaroslav Halak turning his season around, and approaching 300 wins in his career, Alexis Lafrenière at a “quit or commit more” moment with his confidence seemingly at an all-time low, Mika Zibanejad’s All-Star Game credentials, and more.

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Arthur and guest cohost, former Rangers goaltender Steve Valiquette discuss the Rangers completing the comeback win over the Minnesota Wild in a shootout last night, with injuries to Chris Kreider and Julian Gauthier, Adam Fox firmly in Norris Trophy contention once again, another K’Andre Miller highlight reel goal as he takes a big developmental step forward this season, Alexis Lafrenière’s potential opportunity to step back into a top-6 role if Kreider misses time, the NHL’s magically evaporating 2-goal leads, and the guys debate if it makes sense for the refs to call both tripping and embellishment on the same play.

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On the first episode of the new year, Arthur and guest co-host Steve Valiquette discuss the Rangers hot start to 2023, going 3-0 including an impressive win over the ever-dangerous Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh on Tuesday night, Kaapo Kakko fitting right in with Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider, Alexis Lafrenière getting benched last week and what he needs to do in the offseason to become a true NHL player, Jaroslav Halak getting two big wins against the Florida Panthers and Montreal Canadiens, Igor Shesterkin becoming an All-Star, and more. 

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Arthur and Producer Chris discuss the Rangers winning their 7th straight game Sunday night, cruising past the Chicago Blackhawks 7-1, the team’s big 3-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs last Thursday, Igor finding his game once again, Filip Chytil’s outstanding play and injury status, Gerard Gallant’s lineup shakeup paying dividends, K’Andre Miller’s highlight reel goal Saturday night, Jacob Trouba’s leadership, and much more.

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Arthur is joined by MSG Networks analyst and Clear Sight Analytics CEO Steve Valiquette to discuss the Rangers winning their 4th straight game last night, defeating the league-leading New Jersey Devils 4-3 in OT, why seemingly no lead is safe throughout the NHL this season, Henrik Lundqvist coming in at No. 50 on The Athletic’s NHL 99 project, and much more. 

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