Up In The Blue Seats - New York Rangers Podcast

On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers losses to the Hurricanes and Canadiens. They discuss resting players for the playoffs, which team is the preferred first-round matchup and what players to watch for in the playoffs. They then answer questions from Post Sports+ members. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk about players getting hurt, the Hart Trophy, Friday’s matchup against the Capitals and how far the Blueshirts could go in the playoffs.

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On this special edition of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay is joined by his former Rangers teammate Tom Laidlaw as they welcome ESPN’s Linda Cohn to the show. They discuss the sad passing of NHL legend Mike Bossy, why Igor Shesterkin should be the leading candidate for the Vezina Trophy and the Rangers getting in a groove before the playoffs. They get into the impressive job that GM Chris Drury has done to turn this team into a Stanley Cup contender, the potential playoff matchups ahead and Linda’s predictions on how far the Blueshirts could go in the playoffs.

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On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers clinching a playoff spot. They discuss Chris Kreider reaching 50 goals, Ron’s memories clinching a playoff spot, resting Alexis Lafreniere and other players and Alexandar Georgiev’s shutout Wednesday. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk Vitali Kravtsov’s future, Lafreniere and Ryan Reaves’ playing time and the potential of Chris Drury winning awards for the team’s success. The crew closes the show with Andrew Harts playing Led Zeppelin drum beats and having Ron guess which songs they are.

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On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Braden Schneider’s big game in the Rangers win over the Devils. They also discuss Igor Shesterkin’s recent struggles and a ridiculous tweet sent to Mollie. Stathletes co-founder Meghan Chayka joins the show to discuss the analytical side of the Blueshirts post-trade deadline success and how analytics have played a role in hockey in sports betting. The Post’s Larry Brooks stops by to explain why Shesterkin suddenly looks human and the importance of the Rangers power play this season. 

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On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ four-game win streak. They discuss winning despite Alexandar Georgiev’s struggles, the newest Rangers making an impact and what the best playoff matchup for them might be. They answer questions from Post Sports+ members on the backup goalie situation, Kaapo Kakko’s eventual return, Justin Braun and Jacob Trouba. The Post’s Larry Brooks talks Barclay Goodrow, K’Andre Miller and the time when Larry thought about managing a team.

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On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the moves the Rangers made at the trade deadline. They grade Chris Drury’s trades and discuss how the Blueshirts got better. MSG Network Rangers play-by-play announcer Sam Rosen joins the show to break down the deals, talk Alexis LaFreniere, Ryan Reaves, loving his job and debate whether this team can win a Stanley Cup this season. The Post’s Larry Brooks dissects the trades made and how the Rangers lineup will now shake out.

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On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers thrilling win in OT Tuesday. They discuss the comeback kids, Alexandar Georgiev’s performance and Igor Shesterkin being pulled in St. Louis. The Post’s Larry Brooks dives into the Rangers hanging on to their blue chips, an update on Kaapo Kakko and the Rangers-Islanders matchup Thursday. Rangers great and MSG Network analyst Dave Maloney sits down with the crew to talk about high pressure games ahead come playoff time, St. Patrick’s Day memories, Chris Kreider’s big season and working at the wine shop.

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On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show wishing Mollie a Happy Birthday. They discuss another rough game Tuesday for Alexandar Georgiev, why they should move on from him and K’Andre Miller’s recent play. They then answer questions from readers on everything Rangers. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to talk trade deadline, Artemi Panarin not looking his usual self and Adam Fox’s minutes.

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On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers losses over the weekend. They discuss Pavel Buchnevich’s return to MSG Wednesday, Filip Chytil getting benched and Mollie’s 25th birthday next week. MSG Network, NHL on TNT and FOX Sports play-by-play announcer Kenny Albert then joins the show to talk about calling various sports, this Rangers team, his family of broadcasters and his unique broadcasting journey. The Post’s Larry Brooks drops by to discuss the Chytil situation, whether Alexandar Georgiev will get traded and NHL officiating.

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On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the passing of former Rangers player, coach and GM Emile Francis. They also discuss the Rangers struggles offensively, lineup changes and what Ranger could be on the trade block. Former Ranger Pete Stemkowski leaves a heartwarming message on what made Emile “The Cat” Francis so special. The Post’s Larry Brooks recalls his memories of “The Cat,” a potential Rangers trade for Cal Clutterbuck and Morgan Barron’s future. Former Rangers goalie and Team USA Hockey GM John Vanbiesbrouck then joins the show to discuss Team USA’s play in the Olympics in Beijing, what makes Igor Shesterkin so great and his memories playing with Ron. 

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