2 Guys 1 Cup : A New York Rangers Podcast

After sweeping the 3 games since our last episode, Shawn and Roc are back to pay homage to the great Steve Somers of WFAN radio here in NY, a breakdown of the last 3 games, which former Ranger Shawn feels should be a target at the trade deadline...and Roc is against it, and a preview of Thursday's game in Toronto

With the Rangers off to a good start to the season, Shawn and Roc discuss lack of offense, inability to close out games, and what is missing from the current roster. 

The Kravtsov saga continues, Adam Fox signing a long term deal, where have all the goals gone?, breakdown of Gallant's interview on NHL Radio, 6-2-2 14 point start and the reasons for concern

Shawn and Roc say their goodbye's to the famous Marquee outside MSG,  Gerard Gallants comments about Lafreniere's start to the season, the anemic power play,  has the Rangers social media and fanbase over hyped a young player? And a standing ovation for Igor. Plus we take a look at the upcoming west coast road trip that follows the Columbus game Friday night.

The Kravtsov/Drury drama continues, a breakdown of the first 4 games, our reactions to being in the building opening night, has Adam Fox actually gotten even better? 

Tis was the night before the opener podcast!  Kravtsov jumping ship, Drury/Gallant putting their stamp on the roster, Mika's long term contract extension and what it means for the rest of the roster moving forward, the picture heard round twitter and more!

The last episode of the pre-season.   Calling out the national media/ Team USA and their disrespect for Adam Fox, discussing the pre season games, Zac Jones sent to Hartford and other roster cuts, where the Rangers stack up against the Metro, and 30 years ago today- Mark Messier named Captain. Regular season 1 week away...LGR!!!

The Rangers 2021-2022 season is officially under way, and after 16 episodes of off-season chatter, we can finally talk about current games!  A quick breakdown of the first two pre-season games against the Islanders and Bruins, reactions to player interviews, and a long discussion about Lafreniere and other number 1 picks, and what is a "generational talent"? 

Gerard Gallant's first in-person press conference takeaways, our thoughts about rookie camp and the two prospect games with Philly, and what does the Rasmus Dahlin contract mean for Adam Fox?

Chris Drury has broken his silence,  Shawn and Roc's choices for the Captaincy, early thoughts on Nils Lundkvist and the rest of prospect camp, the rise and fall of Jimmy Vesey, and find out who we think will and should attend Hank's number retirement. 

After breaking down the ever so important and crucial Libor Hajek 2 way contract, Shawn and Roc discuss the RFA offer sheet landscape and collusion amongst NHL Gm's. Discussion of the Netflix hockey-doc "Crime and Penalties" about the Danbury Trashers UHL team with 2 former Ranger players, and discussions on the upcoming rookie camp. 

Shawn and Roc are back for a long one to touch base on the Jeff Gorton interview , Larry Brooks' interview with Gerard Gallant and hiring of Jim Midgley as an assistant coach.  We also get into what the roster could look like if Drury is done making moves this offseason, what will the lines possibly look like, and where does the team fit amongst the metro. Lastly we talk about the career of H...

RIP to Mr. Ranger, Rod Gilbert Shawn jumps on for a quick 20 minute solo show to talk about Mr. Ranger, break down the Jeff Gorton interview, what does the Sean Couturier signing mean for Mika, and Hank's retirement announcement.

With the Rangers off season coming to a halt, Shawn and Roc touch base on some NHL topics. Where will the Coyotes wind up?  Owen Power going back to college, Ryan Martin takes over as the new assistant GM, and Part 1 of our "What-If" segment.  What if the Rangers had signed Curtis Joseph and not Richter,  What if Colorado didnt match the Joe Sakic offer sheet,  What if Sather trade for J...

We are back to talk about the Igor Shesterkin signing, Brennan Othmann signs his ELC, Chris Drury progress report, and we answer questions from the audience

Is Igor Shesterkin getting a long term deal or bridge?  Will Mika get re-signed, and for how much?  The hiring of John Lilley,  Roc goes off the deep end on Ryan Reeves trade/signing, and Chris Drury do enough to solidify the top 6? 

Shawn and Roc wax poetic on the departures of Pavel Buchnevich, Brett Howden, and Colin Blackwell... and welcome in Barclay Goodrow and Sammy Blais.  What kind of contracts should we be looking at for Mika and Fox?  Free agency a day away and much more.

Joining us today was Hart Levine from Puckpedia.com! We discussed the NHL salary cap, escrow, strategies the players and agents are taking with the flat cap. We also got into how the Rangers should navitage their cap over the next 5 years,  Canada's fascination with Carey Price, Barclay Goodrow, Buch, and hopefully for the last time as a Sabre... Jack Eichel.

We are joined by the one and only Steve Kournianos, The Draft Analyst, to discuss Rangers prospects, Chris Drury, the upcoming 2021 NHL Draft, and much more.  Shawn and Roc also breakdown just how Tampa Bay built their roster and if its the model for the Rangers to follow.

No breaking news? No problem! Shawn and Roc discuss Game 4 of the stanley cup finals, Rangers Broadcasters, Good Riddance to Doc Emrick,  Adam Fox still not getting national respect, and where does Alexis Lafreniere stand amongst 1st overall's from the last 30 years.

Join Shawn and Roc to talk about Adam Fox becoming the first Ranger to win the Norris Trophy since Brian Leetch in 1997, and only the second defenseman to win the award in his second NHL season since Bobby Orr.  They also dive into the Free Agent market, Jack Eichel trade scenarios, the Stanley Cup, and more!

Shawn and Roc are joined by special guest Russ Cohen from Sirius/XM NHL Radio and Sportsology.com. We discuss the Gerard Gallant press conference, draft prospects, and with a young and crowded top 9... who stays and who goes??

Shawn and Roc are back to discuss the hiring of Gerard Gallant, the possibility of acquiring Jack Eichel, and touching base on the 27th anniversary of the 1994 Stanley Cup. 

Listen as Shawn and Rock break down the 2021 New York Rangers season, assess Jeff Gorton's tenure, discuss the coaching search and overall direction of the team.