Ice Cold Takes: A New York Rangers Hockey Podcast

Joey traveled to North Carolina this weekend with Evan and Matt from Rangers Central for Nick and Grace's wedding! The boys were also joined by Nick's brother Joe to talk more about Mike Sullivan, Calvin de Haan, and trades we would like to see the Rangers make in the offseason.

The Rangers hired Mike Sullivan to be their next head coach after he left the Penguins earlier in the week. Joey gives his thoughts on the hiring, how it will help the Rangers moving forward, and the changes Sullivan could make next season.

Chris Drury signed a multi-year contract to remain President and General Manager of the Rangers. Plus, the Rangers players had breakup day with the media on Monday and had some interesting things to say about communication. Joey picked apart their "accountability."

The Rangers ended their season on Thursday, but not without more off-ice news surrounding them, as Calvin de Haan made headlines and a report was published about a sexual assault allegation against Artemi Panarin. To top it all off, head coach Peter Laviolette and associate coach Phil Housley were both fired as Joey was about to start recording.

The Rangers are nearly at the end of their embarrassing season, after three more bad losses to the Devils, Lightning, and Flyers this week. Joey talks about the biggest changes he'd like to see for next season and if he thinks the Rangers can become playoff contenders again.

Gabe Perreault signed his entry-level contract this week and made his NHL debut on Wednesday. Joey talks about how the Rangers can fix their power play, and Matt and Evan from Rangers Central join to talk about the Mets and their home opener.

Joey expresses his frustration with the Rangers after their latest disappointing loss to the Ducks on Friday. Is it time for the Rangers to move on from Peter Laviolette?

Corey Sznajder of All Three Zones joins to discuss the Rangers' biggest issues this season and analyze their defensive deficiencies.

The Rangers have begun the final stretch of the regular season with the goal of making the playoffs. Plus, Adam Fox is returning from injury, and Jonathan Quick signed an extension.

Evan and Matt from Rangers Central join to recap a long Trade Deadline day in the NHL, including a couple moves by the Rangers throughout the week and what it means for them moving forward.

After returning from the 4 Nations Face-Off break, the Rangers were hit with injuries to Adam Fox and Chris Kreider. Joey talks about whether this will change their deadline plans for next week.

The Rangers came back and won three times this week against Vegas, Boston, and Columbus, but dropped an embarrassing one to the Penguins on Friday. Should they sell off assets at the deadline?

J.T. Miller is back with the Rangers after a blockbuster trade on Friday night. Where does this put the Rangers?

The Rangers have pushed their way back into the playoff race thanks to stellar goaltending by Igor Shesterkin and an all-around improvement from the team. Rumors swirled this week about a potential reunion with J.T. Miller, so should the Rangers bring him back?

Peter Baugh, who covers the Rangers for The Athletic, joins to discuss the Rangers' trip out west, the complete difference in play since the new year, and how Chris Drury should handle the trade deadline.

The Rangers are playing a more competitive brand of hockey since the ball dropped in 2025. Plus, a nice pick up in Arthur Kaliyev on Monday. Can the Rangers turn things around?

The Rangers opened 2025 with a victory over the Bruins, but Igor Shesterkin was placed on IR, and there are more rumors surrounding the team. What will happen with Mika Zibanejad? What will they do with Zac Jones?

Kaapo Kakko was traded to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday, and Vincent Trocheck addressed rumors concerning the Rangers' locker room. Plus, Matt Rempe made an impact against the Stars after being recalled from the AHL. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Cjeths joins to discuss the Trouba trade and the ramifacations of the Shesterkin extension. Plus, the Mets signed Juan Soto and are probably not done adding in the offseason. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Stat Boy Steven joins to talk about what the Rangers can do to snap out of their funk. We floated out the idea of placing Jacob Trouba on waivers Thursday before he was ultimately traded on Friday. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Chris Drury sent a memo to the entire league signaling Jacob Trouba and Chris Kreider were available for trades. The Rangers have dropped three in a row since, so was it an overreaction? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Will Cuylle is having a breakout season for the Rangers and is proving to be a future cornerstone for the team. Plus, Filip Chytil dodged a concussion, Victor Mancini was recalled, and Joey talks about the idea of trading Brennan Othmann. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Joey breaks down Mika Zibanejad's performance against the Winnipeg Jets where he had three turnovers leading to goals, as well as his bounce back effort against the San Jose Sharks. Plus, a look at why the Rangers are struggling all of a sudden. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Peter Laviolette put his team's lines in a blender completely at practice after poor showings the last two games. Joey also reads a Larry Brooks article from this week about Mika Zibanejad's reduced ice time. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Evan from Rangers Central joins to discuss Alexis Lafrenière's seven-year extension with the Rangers. Plus, a talk about the Mets being eliminated from the playoffs and the Rangers' insane 5v5 statistics to start the season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

A different structure for this week's podcast as Joey rambles first about the Jets trading for Davante Adams, then how the Mets pulled out a Game 5 win against the Dodgers. Finally, a talk about how the Rangers are relying on their 5v5 offense early in the season. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

The Rangers began their season Wednesday and there was another crazy week for the Mets who end up in the NLCS. And, an icy rant from Joey about the Rangers' team reporters. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Don La Greca, the backup radio play-by-play voice of the Rangers, joins Joey for the 200th episode of the show to give a final preview of the Rangers before the regular season begins next week. Plus, a discussion on the wild week for the Mets. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Jonny Lazarus, a lifelong Rangers fan who covers the team for Daily Faceoff, joins to discuss preseason and give his take on Igor Shesterkin's contract negotiations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

The Rangers started training camp this week, and there are already a lot of burning questions concerning the roster, lineup, Jacob Trouba, Igor Shesterkin, and more. Plus, Joey gives some love to the Mets and Jets. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Ice Cold Takes returns as Joey is joined by Nick and Evan to talk about rookie camp, Brennan Othmann's chances of making the Rangers, and the Mets! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

HockeyStatMiner from Twitter joins to discuss the moves the Rangers made on July 1 and how difficult next year's salary cap situation will be for Chris Drury. Then, Joey rants about the media and the Jacob Trouba situation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Nick, Evan and Joey talk about trades and signings the Rangers can make this offseason, including Patrick Kane and Jake Guentzel. Plus, a discussion on some under the radar signings Chris Drury can make. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Barclay Goodrow was claimed on waivers by the Sharks on Wednesday giving the Rangers some cap flexibility. Joey talks about what other core-altering moves Chris Drury might make this offseason. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Joey analyzes the interesting quotes from the Rangers' exit day with the media on Tuesday. Plus, a look ahead to the important offseason decisions for GM Chris Drury. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

The Florida Panthers eliminated the New York Rangers with a 2-1 victory in Game 6 to advance to the Stanley Cup Finals. Joey recapped the game, looked ahead to a long offseason, and ranted about Jacob Trouba multiple times. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Jeffrey Krentzman of the Mind Your Pucking Business Podcast joined the show to recap Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Then, Joey recapped the Rangers' overtime victory in Game 2. Game 2 recap starts at 19:41. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Chris Kreider had an amazing third period performance against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 6. The Rangers are moving on to the Eastern Conference Finals to play the Florida Panthers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Rick DiPietro, former Islanders goaltender and current radio host on 98.7 ESPN NY, joins to discuss the Rangers-Hurricanes second round series. Plus, a look at DiPietro's playing career and a chilly Ice Cold Takes segment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

A breakdown of the Rangers' sweep over the Capitals in the first round, as well as a look ahead to the second round against the Hurricanes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

The Rangers are now up 3-0 on the Capitals in Round 1 and beat reporter Colin Stephenson joined to discuss the first two games of the series at MSG. Can the Rangers complete the sweep on Sunday? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Don La Greca, the backup radio play-by-play voice of the Rangers, joins to dissect the Rangers' record-setting regular season and preview the first-round matchup against the Washington Capitals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

The Rangers and Islanders played two spirited contests this week, Filip Chytil surprisingly came back to practice on Friday, and questions were raised about the Rangers 5v5 play. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Anna Dua, a reporter for the NHL, joins to talk about the big line brawl on Wednesday and her thoughts on the Rangers heading into the playoffs. Plus, Joey rants about how his competition career mirrored the Rangers' championship window from 2012-2017. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Nick joined to talk about the Rangers clinching a playoff spot, winning against top ten teams, and even strength stats. Plus, we talked about Opening Day for the Mets and the situation between Jeff McNeil and Rhys Hoskins. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Matt from Rangers Central joined this week to talk about the Rangers' impressive run of four wins in five games last week and a big win over Boston on Thursday. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Matthew Mugno from PuckTalkCS joined to talk about Rempe's suspension and how the Rangers are looking after the deadline. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Evan from Rangers Central joins to break down the Trade Deadline, including the moves the Rangers did and did not make. Are the Rangers good enough to win the Stanley Cup? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Joey talks about his experience at the Stadium Series. Plus, a look at Jonny Brodzinski's new contract and this week's games against the Stars and Devils. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Joey, Nick, Evan, Matt, and Joe recorded the first-ever in-person episode of the podcast. The boys talked about Blake Wheeler's season-ending injury, the trade deadline and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Anthony Pucik from 98.7 ESPN New York joins to talk about the Rangers' approach to the deadline, the goalie situation, and if the Rangers are back to themselves. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support