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 get into Mollie and Jake’s reunion at MSG Wednesday, the Rangers staying hot behind Igor Shesterkin’s play, the Artemi Panarin-Brad Marchand saga and Stan Fischler’s U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame induction. NY Post hockey reporter Larry Brooks drops by to talk Ryan Strome and J.T. Miller as a possibility for the Rangers. MSG Network’s Bill Pidto sits down with Ron, Mollie and Jake to dive into his “developing situation” phrase, MSG 150 and the “Where They Were Then” book he is featured in.

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Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ miraculous last-second win on Sunday night. They discuss the game-winning goal from Ryan Lindgren, Adam Fox continuing to impress, Alexandar Georgiev’s struggles, Mollie’s trip to the Islanders new UBS Arena and Thanksgiving plans. NY Post hockey insider Larry Brooks drops by to talk about the goaltending conundrum, the defensive concerns, potential replacements for Georgiev and his thoughts on his years covering Potvin. Islanders legend and Hall of Famer Denis Potvin then joins the show. Potvin talks about the “Potvin sucks” chants still going, how Rangers fans treat him in person, memories playing Ron, his relationship with coach Al Arbour and the upcoming Rangers-Islanders matchup at the new arena.

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Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers’ four-game win streak. They discuss Ryan Reaves dropping the gloves Tuesday night, Sammy Blais being out for the season, P.K. Subban needing harsher discipline than he was given and the young Rangers playing well. Jake then chats with Rangers legendary goaltender Henrik Lundqvist at the Chris Tschupp Halt ALS charity hockey game. Lundqvist talks about his post-playing career, broadcasting for MSG Network, Igor Shesterkin, his jersey getting retired in January at The Garden, being called “The King” and being covered by Brooksie. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks then drops by to react to what Lundqvist said about him, Blais’ injury, the opportunity now for Julien Gauthier and Reaves’ toughness.

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Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show reacting to Monday’s big win over the Panthers. They discuss Jack Eichel being traded to Las Vegas, Igor Shesterkin’s stomach bug, the testy exchange between Mollie and Coach Gallant, what’s missing in Alexis LaFrenière’s game, the blowout loss to Calgary, Chris Kreider’s postgame comments and Connor McDavid’s insane goal. Ron and Mollie answer questions from Post Sports+ members on LaFrenière, Kreider potentially being a captain, the top six and the defense. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk about the third period issues, Ryan Reeves’ play and potential trades. 

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Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Adam Fox’s contract extension. They also discuss Ron’s contracts with the Rangers, Mollie’s adventures on the road in Canada and Seattle and her mom meeting Mark Messier last week. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk about the Fox contract extension, cap space, developing Nils Lundkvist and how Alexis Lafreniére can improve. Rangers great and radio analyst Dave Maloney then joins the show. Maloney discusses his job at a liquor store in Connecticut, today’s NHL coaching style, why Ryan Lindgren could make a good captain and the Rangers' hot start to the season led by Igor Shesterkin.

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Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Ron’s time playing with and against Mark Messier. The Rangers legend then joins the show. Messier talks about his new book, his foundation, women’s hockey, not getting the Rangers head coaching or front office position, the current Rangers and the captaincy debate, taking shrooms when he was a teenager, playing for Mike Keenan, what he sees in Alexis LaFreniere, why the Rangers can win the division, broadcasting now for ESPN and whether he wears his championship rings.

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Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Mollie being in the electric environment in Montreal for their home opener last Saturday. They discuss the two straight wins in Canada, Alexis Lafrenière’s big goal, Igor Shesterkin’s tremendous performances, send thoughts and prayers to Mike Bossy and send a birthday shoutout to Mike Keenan. Former Rangers goalie and MSG Network analyst Steve Valiquette then joins the show. Valiquette talks about working with Henrik Lundqvist in studio, his suits, breaking down just how good Shesterkin has been, K’Andre Miller’s play and whether the Rangers can make the playoffs. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to dive into Shesterkin, how many games he might start this season, potential lineup changes and the need to improve on face-offs. 

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Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Mollie making her first road trip and what it’s like hanging out with Larry Brooks. They then discuss the decision to not start Igor Shesterkin on opening night, the first two losses of the season, the tribute to the late Rod Gilbert at MSG Thursday, the captaincy debate, Henrik Lundqvist being a MSG Network analyst and Nils Lundkvist’s performance. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk about media in the locker room, reacting to the first two games, goaltenders not playing in back-to-backs, Gerard Gallant’s lineup decisions and Kaapo Kakko’s improvement. Rangers great Ron Greschner then joins the show to talk about a Rangers captain candidate, his late teammate Rod Gilbert and what made him such a special person, teammate, friend and ambassador for the Rangers organization.

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Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the return of the show talking about the excitement in the air for hockey being back. They discuss Ron playing, the new vibe around the Rangers, Alexis LaFreniere’s confidence, Gerard Gallant, Mollie traveling with the team this season, predictions for the Rangers season and who may win the Stanley Cup and Joe Namath’s comments on Ron and Studio 54. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk about Mika Zibenajad’s contract, whether the Rangers will trade for Jack Eichel, Gallant’s coaching style and whether the Rangers will make the playoffs this season. Rangers winger Barclay Goodrow then joins the show. Goodrow talks about playing in NY, his first goal at MSG, his teammates and his journey to get here. 

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Ron Duguay and Mollie Walker open the show diving into all the latest Rangers offseason news and notes. They discuss new head coach Gerard Gallant, getting Barclay Goodrow, trading Brett Howden and Pavel Buchnevich, a potential trade for Jack Eichel, whom they might try and sign in free agency, Ron’s son moving out and tequila drinking. NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk free agency targets, Eichel, signing Patrik Nemeth, salary cap and futures of Ryan Strome and Alexandar Georgiev.

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