

Up In The Blue Seats - New York Rangers Podcast
New York Post
Up In The Blue Seats is a New York Rangers hockey podcast as only the New York Post sports section can create. The hosts are former Rangers and 15-year NHL center Brian Boyle and NY Post Rangers beat writer Mollie Walker. Brian and Mollie break down the latest news about the Rangers and take you inside the locker room . They are joined by current and former players and special guests. “Up in the Blue Seats” is available every Thursday morning.
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Mar 17, 2022 • 36min
Rangers’ Trade Deadline Plans feat. Dave Maloney
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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 10, 2022 • 39min
Time For Rangers to Move on From Georgiev?
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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 2, 2022 • 40min
Chytil’s Benching, Buchnevich’s Return feat. Kenny Albert
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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 24, 2022 • 41min
Honoring the Late Emile Francis feat. John Vanbiesbrouck
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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 17, 2022 • 40min
Shesterkin Shines Against The Bruins feat. Stan Fischler
On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts open the show talking about Igor Shesterkin’s incredible performance against the Bruins in the Rangers first game back since the All-Star break. They also discuss what players might be on the Rangers radar before the March 21st trade deadline. Hockey historian and former MSG Network broadcaster Stan Fischler joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the current squad, the Rangers needing to name a captain and why being a mentor has been the most rewarding part about his career in hockey. The Post’s Larry Brooks also joins the show to chat about the trade deadline and the impact that Coach Gallant has had on the team. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 3, 2022 • 38min
Rangers’ Polarizing, Memorable First Half of the Season
On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts open the show talking about the magical Henrik Lundqvist ceremony last Friday. They also discuss Tuesday’s big win over the Panthers, the Rangers having an identity and what we saw in the first half of the season from this team. The crew then answers Rangers questions from Post Sports+ members. NY Post hockey writer Larry Brooks drops by to talk Ryan Strome’s contract, whether the Rangers would consider trading Alexis LaFreniere and which young Ranger is most likely to be traded. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 27, 2022 • 43min
Henrik Lundqvist’s Jersey Retirement feat. Mike Rupp
On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Henrik Lundqvist night Friday, the passing of Clark Gillies, Chris Kreider’s 30-goal season and Adam Fox’s first shootout attempt to win Monday’s game against the Kings. Former Rangers center and NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp sits down with the crew to discuss playing with Lundqvist, his interview with him and memories playing for the Rangers and Devils. The Post’s Larry Brooks chats about his favorite memories covering Lundqvist, Gillies and Kreider’s bid for being captain. The show ends with Jake’s interview with Henrik Lundqvist from November on how special his jersey retirement night will be, being covered by Brooksie and getting the “King” nickname. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 20, 2022 • 39min
Ryan Reaves’ Rangers Moment feat. Chris Kotsopoulos
On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Ryan Reaves’ big two-goal game in a statement win over the Maple Leafs. NY Post hockey writer Larry Brooks drops by to discuss Chris Kreider’s potential 30-goal season and Filip Chytil’s adjustment to playing the wing. Former Rangers and Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Kotsopoulos joins the crew to get into Rangers-Maple Leafs, Gerard Gallant’s coaching style and his hockey fights with Ron back in the day. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 13, 2022 • 33min
The Taxi Squad, Potential Rangers Trade Deadline Targets
On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about the Rangers taxi squad of players who have helped rescue the club amid their rash of COVID cases. They discuss the Rangers west coast road trip, Alexander Georgiev’s recent starts and Ron learns about “twerking” thanks to a video that had hockey Twitter going crazy. NY Post hockey insider Larry Brooks returns to the show to discuss why it’s good for the Rangers to go through some adversity, why Evander Kane isn’t a fit for the team and why Tomas Hertl should be a trade deadline target. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 6, 2022 • 38min
Are the Rangers the Best Team in the NHL? feat. Phil Esposito
On this episode of “Up In The Blue Seats,” Ron Duguay, Mollie Walker and Jake Brown open the show talking about Mollie out in Las Vegas. They discuss the first place Rangers, why this team is for real, Alexandar Georgiev turning it around and what they might do on the west coast trip. Rangers great, Hockey Hall of Famer and Lightning radio analyst Phil Esposito then joins the show. Espo talks about his career, the Rangers, co-founding the Lightning and why he loves it in Tampa. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


