Tri-State Hockey Podcast

The Tri-State Hockey Podcast welcomes its first ever guest, as New York Islanders GM Mathieu Darche joins Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple to break down the Islanders’ trade deadline moves, the decision to acquire Brayden Schenn, and how the organization is pushing toward the playoffs. Darche dives into his philosophy as a first-year GM, why players are increasingly willing to waive no-trade clauses to come to Long Island, and how the emergence of young star Matthew Schaefer has accelerated the team’s timeline.

The guys also discuss extending Jean-Gabriel Pageau, the leadership of Anders Lee, building a playoff-ready roster, and what Darche learned from his time with the Tampa Bay Lightning during their Stanley Cup runs. Plus, Jonny gets called out as a Long Island “traitor” for being a Rangers fan… and reveals a wild bet that he’ll get an Islanders sleeve tattoo if the Isles win the Stanley Cup.

Timestamps

0:00 – Intro & first ever Tri-State Hockey Podcast guest

0:35 – Islanders trade deadline & acquiring Brayden Schenn

3:08 – Jonny the Long Islander… who cheers for the Rangers

5:33 – Darche’s first NHL trade deadline as GM

9:37 – College hockey scouting & the development pipeline

14:07 – Extending Jean-Gabriel Pageau & building the roster

18:22 – Darche’s management style & Islanders culture

21:47 – Lessons learned from Tampa Bay’s Cup teams

33:49 – Jonny’s Islanders tattoo bet if they win the Cup

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Episode 30 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast is all about NHL Trade Deadline Day. Jonny Lazarus is joined by Mike Rupp and Arthur Staple as the trio dives into what to expect from the New York Rangers, New York Islanders, and New Jersey Devils as the clock ticks toward the deadline. Will the Rangers hang on to Vinny? Could the Islanders shake things up to stay in the race? And are the Devils buyers, sellers, or somewhere in between? The guys break down the latest buzz, potential moves, and the biggest storylines surrounding the Tri-State teams on one of the most chaotic days on the NHL calendar.

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Today’s Tri-State Hockey Podcast is packed as Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple rip through Trade Deadline week storylines across the Tri-State. The guys open on the Vincent Trocheck trade chatter and why his candid comments shouldn’t surprise anyone, then pivot into the bigger Rangers-picture conversation around Adam Fox and what a “retool” really looks like right now. From there, it’s into the mailbag and voicemails before a deep Islanders deadline segment — including which young pieces might actually have to move if the Isles want a true needle-mover. The show wraps with a Devils check-in, lineup decisions, and more listener questions as the deadline inches closer.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00:14 — Intro + Trade Deadline week setup and Rangers headlines

00:01:08 — Vincent Trocheck comments: honest or too honest?

00:04:38 — Trocheck no-trade list, leverage, and potential landing spots

00:11:36 — Quick Devils aside: would NJ consider adding term right now?

00:13:30 — Adam Fox comments + Rangers retool vs rebuild debate

00:26:23 — Developing the kids vs pushing for wins: who should be playing?

00:33:37 — Islanders segment begins + voicemail from Chris (Hicksville)

00:42:16 — Islanders voicemail from Scot (Massapequa) + deadline wish list

00:58:39 — “This is an Islanders podcast” moment + transition to Devils

00:59:02 — Devils voicemail: Jesper Bratt benching discussion

01:02:08 — Devils voicemail: biggest sibling swing-and-miss debate

01:04:20 — Final thoughts + wrap up

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Team USA captures Olympic gold — and the Tri-State lens makes it even sweeter.

Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple are back with a special gold medal edition of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast breaking down the Americans’ championship run at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The guys dive into how the United States men's national ice hockey team handled the pressure on the biggest stage, the defining moments in the gold medal game, and which performances will be remembered for years to come. From the emotional tone-setters to the unsung depth pieces, they analyze what separated this group from the rest of the field and what this win means for the future of USA Hockey. Plus, they examine the ripple effects across the Rangers, Devils, and Islanders — and which Tri-State connections came up biggest when it mattered most.

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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 26 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by NoVig & Proraso — and this time they’re LIVE from the Atrium inside Ideal Glass Studios in New York City. In front of a packed Tri-State crowd, the guys kick things off by reflecting on the growth of the show and what it means to bring the podcast to a live audience in Manhattan. From there, they blend Milan Games analysis with Tri-State identity — breaking down Devils, Rangers, and Islanders representation, role usage in short-tournament hockey, specialty teams impact, and how Olympic deployment shapes perception back home. There’s lineup talk, pressure debates, and what these performances could signal for the stretch run once the NHL season resumes. Plus: crowd roll calls, sponsor banter, Producer Vick’s voicemail presence, and a full live-show atmosphere from start to finish.

Timestamps

0:13 – Live intro + thanking the crowd at Ideal Glass Studios

3:30 – Tri-State fan roll call (Rangers, Devils, Islanders)

9:04 – Arthur Staple intro + Olympic perspective

13:42 – Mike Rupp intro + tournament intensity discussion

19:10 – Sponsor banter + Producer Vick / voicemail setup

24:12 – Devils & Rangers Milan deployment breakdown

31:08 – Islanders representation + short-tournament mentality

37:40 – Live crowd reactions + pressure debate

44:18 – What Milan Games performance means for NHL stretch run

49:11 – Final thoughts + wrap-up & live show outro

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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 26 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by NoVig — and for once, it’s a rare all-positive Tri-State check-in thanks to how the Milan Games have gone for the Devils, Rangers, and Islanders reps. The guys start with Jack Hughes looking like Team USA’s sparkplug despite limited minutes, why the “perimeter” criticism misses the point, and what his role could look like once the real tests arrive. From there, they hit Jesper Bratt’s struggles (and lineup questions), Simon Nemec thriving for Slovakia, and why Switzerland leans so heavily on Nico Hischier and Timo Meier. Then it’s Rangers/USA deployment talk — J.T. Miller and Vincent Trocheck embracing specialty roles, the Trocheck “Minnesota” photo-day joke that somehow turned into discourse, and whether Mike Sullivan has shown enough… or just hasn’t needed to yet. Plus: Bo Horvat’s perfect Team Canada fit, the Islanders’ long-view on Brock Nelson, and a tease for the NYC live show coming up this week.

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Timestamps

0:13 – Episode 26 intro + Tri-State Milan Games overview

0:56 – Jack Hughes breakout + role evolution discussion

9:06 – “Perimeter” criticism debate + Devils context

12:32 – Simon Nemec thriving + Jesper Bratt lineup questions

16:47 – Switzerland reliance on Nico Hischier & Timo Meier

19:24 – Team USA role players: Miller, Trocheck & PK success

25:03 – Trocheck “Minnesota” joke + Rangers reaction

29:01 – Evaluating Mike Sullivan’s coaching so far

34:31 – Bo Horvat’s Team Canada impact

37:41 – Brock Nelson discourse & Islanders perspective

43:46 – Matthew Schaefer what-if + Islanders big-picture

46:07 – NYC live show plug + sponsor read

47:42 – Wrap-up & outro

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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 25 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and today the vibes are mixed, with Islanders fans celebrating a sweep of the season series against the Devils and Rangers (owning the Tri-State area!), Rangers fans processing the underwhelming Artemi Panarin trade to LA and debating the team's direction, and Devils fans venting frustration amid another tough loss, Nico Hischier's accountability, and Jack Hughes' lingering injury heading into the Olympics.

The Rangers' Panarin trade dominates — the guys break down the return (prospects, picks, and that puzzling 2x$11M extension), Chris Drury's handling of expectations, and whether it signals a retool or rebuild. Plus, speculation on Adam Fox's future (no-move clause looming at age 28?), Vincent Trocheck's trade value, and voicemails roasting the return while questioning center depth and patience with Drury.

The Islanders shine bright heading into the break — riding wins over Pitt and Jersey, finding ways to grind out points, and benefiting from rest (only Horvat/Palat at Olympics). Debates on leash lengths for Jonathan Drouin vs. Anthony Duclair, Mathew Barzal's leadership, and voicemails highlighting a favorable schedule (10 of last 12 at home) and positive momentum.

For the Devils, a brutal loss to the Isles caps a dark stretch — discussions on Nico Hischier's postgame ownership of a key mistake, the team's inability to score, Sheldon Keefe's systems vs. player execution, and Jack Hughes' health woes (should he skip the Olympics for a playoff push?). Voicemails call for roster complements to the core, defining roles, and addressing fan negativity amid pride and injuries.

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Timestamps

0:00 – Episode 25 intro & Tri-State vibes: Isles own the area

2:30 – Rangers: Panarin trade reactions, return breakdown, extension confusion

3:00 – Voicemail: Nicole on underwhelming return & direction concerns

6:00 – Drury's narrative control & trade expectations

12:00 – Adam Fox speculation: No-move clause & prime years

18:00 – Voicemail: Mike on Drury's "fault" & horrific return

29:00 – Voicemail: Ben on Rangers' center woes post-Trocheck

32:00 – Voicemail: Marvin on retool label & Drury's patience

35:00 – Rangers rebuild vs. retool debate & center depth

47:00 – Islanders: Positive outlook, rest benefits, schedule advantages

48:00 – Voicemail: Chris from Hicksville on Isles' break & home-heavy finish

53:00 – Voicemail: Ariel on coaching perspectives & mistakes

54:00 – Coaching: Drouin vs. Duclair leash & accountability

58:00 – Devils: Tough losses, Nico's accountability on Horvat goal

1:03:00 – Voicemail: Anonymous on Devils' scoring drought & Keefe's style

1:10:00 – Defining roles: Lou Lamoriello's approach & core complements

1:13:00 – Voicemail: Jo on fan negativity, pride, & condensed schedule woes

1:15:00 – Jack Hughes' injury, leadership, & Olympics priority rant

1:20:00 – Wrap-up + Devils/Rangers therapy sessions

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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 24 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and today the vibes are loopy amid trade deadline drama, with Rangers fans anxious about Artemi Panarin's future (Tampa emerging as a frontrunner?), Devils fans reacting to Jack Hughes' blunt media comments and Olympics dilemma, and Islanders fans eyeing a potential dip after two straight losses.

The Rangers' Panarin saga drags on — the guys debate rental vs. extension packages, potential destinations like Tampa, Seattle, or Vegas, and whether history repeats with Lightning poaching another star. Plus, a voicemail on reuniting with Darren Raddysh, trading Brayden Schneider/Will Borgen, and Jonathan Quick's recent struggles.

For the Devils, two massive games loom (Columbus tonight, Islanders Thursday) as they chase the Metro's third spot — but Jack Hughes' "I have nothing to say" to doubting fans sparks backlash, alongside debates on his injury, leadership maturity, and whether he should skip the Olympics for a playoff push. A voicemail calls for roster shakeups, from moving Timo Meier/Jesper Bratt to keeping Dougie Hamilton.

The Islanders face a back-to-back test (Penguins tonight, Devils Thursday) amid a mini-skid — discussions on riding Ilya Sorokin's elite play (top in goals saved above expected), David Rittich's slump, and the urgent need for a scoring winger to boost their dismal power play. A voicemail from Brett blasts the Rangers' GM "fumble," praises the Devils' bright future, and celebrates the Isles' hard-fought identity.

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Timestamps

00:00 – Episode 24 intro & loopy vibes

02:00 – Bet update: Isles dip raising doubts

05:00 – Live event announcement: Feb 19 in NYC

07:00 – Rangers: Panarin trade rumors, Tampa frontrunner, rental vs. extension

20:00 – Panarin decision-making & potential animosity

25:00 – Voicemail: Chris on Schneider/Borgen trades & Darren Raddysh reunion

35:00 – Jonathan Quick's metrics & trade outlook

40:00 – Devils: Key games vs. Columbus/Isles, standings chase

45:00 – Jack Hughes' media comments & fan backlash

55:00 – Hughes' leadership, maturity, & Olympics priority debate

65:00 – Potential post-Olympics shutdowns & leadership rant

70:00 – Voicemail: Dan on Devils shakeups (keep Hamilton, trade Meier/Bratt/Mercer?)

80:00 – Devils core evaluation: No-moves, injuries, & retool paths

90:00 – Islanders: Recent losses, standings pressure

95:00 – Goaltending: Ride Sorokin? Rittich's slump concerns

100:00 – Need for scoring winger & power play fixes

105:00 – Voicemail: Brett on Rangers "curse" debunk, Devils future, Isles fight

110:00 – Isles aggression: Add scorers like Kyrou/Boeser for now & future

115:00 – Wrap-up + Friday preview (trade deadline freeze looms)

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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 23 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and today it’s voicemail-heavy with Devils fans feeling optimistic after a big win over Nashville (but concerned about Jack Hughes’ latest injury), Islanders fans riding high after sweeping the Rangers 4-0 in the Schaefer era, and Rangers fans firing back at that anonymous Isles caller from last episode.

The New Jersey Devils snapped a skid with a clutch win, led by Nico Hischier’s bomb and Dougie Hamilton’s resurgence — but Jack Hughes’ lower-body injury has everyone debating whether he should skip the Olympics to focus on a playoff push. The guys break down the Ondrej Palat trade (a win-win for cap relief and Isles depth), goaltending woes, and whether there’s still a realistic path to the playoffs with a post-break sprint.

Over on Long Island, the Isles are 4-0 vs. the Rangers since drafting Matthew Schaefer, who’s delivering on his promise to own them. The panel discusses Ondrej Palat’s immediate impact, Carson Soucy adding pro depth, and why this team feels built for a surprise run despite inconsistencies.

Rangers talk gets heated with voicemails on franchise “curses,” Hartford Wolf Pack development failures, and whether Alexis Lafreniere & Kaapo Kakko have set the organization back years (spoiler: it’s a debate). Plus, reactions to Schaefer calling Isles fans louder at MSG.

Timestamps

00:00 – Episode 23 intro & voicemail teaser

02:00 – Devils big win over Nashville: Nico’s goal, Dougie’s resurgence

08:00 – Jack Hughes injury & Olympics dilemma — should NJ pull him?

15:00 – Voicemail: Jersey John on sloppy play & steakhouse bets

20:00 – Palat trade breakdown: Win for Devils cap, Isles leadership

25:00 – Voicemail: Jersey Bob on needed shakeups & playoff path

30:00 – Devils goaltending: Young D or goalie blame?

35:00 – Voicemail: Nate’s optimistic playoff push case

40:00 – Isles dominate Rangers: Schaefer era 4-0, Palat/Soucy additions

45:00 – Why Isles style suits Palat & pro vets

50:00 – Voicemail: Jay fires back at Isles fan on “privileged” Rangers

55:00 – Rangers fan base dominance & historical “curse”

60:00 – Voicemail: Sam on Hartford Wolf Pack failures & fixes

65:00 – Promoting young guys like Othmann, Perreault in rebuild

70:00 – Voicemail: Bruce on Lafreniere/Kakko as franchise setbacks

75:00 – Debate: Are #1/#2 picks busts or just mishandled?

80:00 – Wrap-up + Friday preview (more Devils love incoming)

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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 22 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and today it’s Islanders heavy with a healthy dose of Rangers frustration (and zero Devils talk — sorry Devils fans, we’ll make it up to you Friday!).

The New York Rangers continue to sleepwalk through games, especially brutal slow starts that have become a multi-year epidemic. The guys dig into why the team can’t get out of neutral in the first 10 minutes, whether it’s personnel, motivation, accountability, or just the reality of a lost season. They also react to listener frustration about fragile lineups, lack of tone-setters, and the MSG “aura” that no longer intimidates anyone.

On Long Island, things are actually interesting. Matthew Schaefer continues to look like a unicorn, Ilya Sorokin is playing at an elite level, and the Islanders are quietly building something real. The panel discusses:

• Whether now is the time to be aggressive buyers for a goal-scorer (Jordan Kyrou? Kent Johnson? Shane Pinto?)
• Tony DeAngelo’s remarkable career revival at $1M — trade him, extend him, or just enjoy the steal?
• Playing up vs. down to competition — why the Isles beat elite teams and drop points to bottom-feeders
• The long-term value of having a high floor (new arena, young stud D, organizational stability) post-Tavares era

Plus listener voicemails galore: Rangers slow starts, Isles consistency issues, Tony D love, Marner return vibes, and one very fired-up anonymous caller telling Rangers fans to stop crying :D

Timestamps

00:00 – Episode 22 intro & why we missed Friday

02:00 – Rangers are officially done — and it’s showing everywhere

03:30 – Voicemail: Why can’t the Rangers ever start games on time?

10:00 – What kind of line should actually start games in 2025–26?

16:00 – MSG isn’t scary anymore — whose fault is that?

20:00 – Voicemail: “Rangers fans stop crying — Bettman will save you again”

25:00 – Rebuilds aren’t successful until you win something (sorry San Jose / Chicago fans)

29:00 – Should Isles go after Jordan Kyrou? What would the package look like?

35:00 – Is Long Island actually becoming a desirable destination again?

38:00 – Voicemail: Why do Isles play up AND down to their opponent?

46:00 – Tony DeAngelo is worth every penny — extend or trade?

52:00 – Voicemail: Mitch Marner return & why Islanders are in a better place post-Tavares

58:00 – Wrap-up + Devils fans, we promise love on Friday

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