Rink Rap | A New York Rangers Podcast from Forever Blueshirts

Jim is back breaking down who he thinks should make the final roster and who he believe coach Mike Sullivan will choose for the opening-night roster.

Jim concludes the show with J.T. Miller injury update, and thoughts on potential contract extension for Artemi Panarin.

Join host Jim Cerny on the Rink Rap Podcast from Forever Blueshirts as we dive into the New York Rangers' preseason halfway point. We break down the frustrating blown third-period leads against the Bruins and Islanders, analyze standout performances from prospects like Gabe Perreault, Brennan Othmann, and Matt Rempe, and deliver a full Rangers stock report on players rising (stock up) and falling...

We're back with a new show, and host Jim Cerny analyzes the first three preseason games (now halfway complete), breaking down two consecutive games with multi-goal blown leads in the third period. These collapses are concerning Rangers fans who already have PTSD from last season! Plus, the Rangers' young players impress!

In a new feature, Jim talks about which Rangers players are on the rise and which players are struggling. No fluff, just Rangers hockey!

We field your questions on the New York Rangers...sent to us via social media, plus Jim wraps up this edition of the podcast!

Join Jim Cerny and Russ Cohen from Sportsology for an in-depth look at the New York Rangers' rookie camp and top prospects like Gabe Perreault, Brennan Othman, Juuso Parssinen and Brett Berard. We dive into their NHL readiness, what to watch for in training camp, and insights on the Flyers' rivalry games. Plus, hear about Russ’s new book, Game Winners ! Subscribe for more hockey talk! Hosted by Si...

Join host Jim Cerny on the Rink Rap Podcast as he chats with NHL.com's Mike Morreale about New York Rangers prospects like EJ Emery, Malcolm Spence, and Drew Fortescue at the World Junior Summer Showcase. They dive into development paths, World Juniors expectations, and a full Metropolitan Division preview for the 2025-26 season, including Devils, Hurricanes, Capitals, Blue Jackets, and Alexis Laf...

Join Jim Cerny on the Rink Rap Podcast for a deep dive into the New York Rangers' offseason during the dog days of summer. From Jim's vacation adventures in the Maritimes to analyzing key player decisions like trading young talents (Kakko, Heedl, Miller) and signing Alexis Lafreniere long-term. We break down prospects like Brennan Othman, Brett Berard, Gabe Perreault, and Scott Morrow, plus the bi...

Join Jim Cerny on Rink Wrap for an exclusive interview with Don Maloney, President of Hockey Operations for the Calgary Flames and a legendary New York Rangers alumnus. Don reflects on his NHL debut, the 1979 Stanley Cup Finals loss to the Montreal Canadiens, working with icons like Herb Brooks and Glen Sather, the 1994 Rangers' Cup win over the Islanders, and his current mission to build a conten...

New York Rangers legend and new MSG Network analyst Dave Maloney dives into his exciting new role, reflects on his journey from Rangers captain to broadcaster, and shares heartfelt insights on working with Kenny Albert. We also break down the Rangers' blockbuster offseason moves, including Mike Sullivan’s hiring, Vladislav Gavrikov’s signing, and the K’Andre Miller trade. Additionally, Dave previe...

Dive into the latest New York Rangers action with Jim Cerny on the Rink Rap Podcast! We break down the blockbuster signing of Vladislav Gavrikov, the massive K'Andre Miller trade to Carolina, and the Rangers' 2025 NHL Draft strategy. From prospect highlights like Malcolm Spence to roster changes under Chris Drury, we cover it all. Are the Rangers Stanley Cup contenders? Tune in for expert analysis...

Join Jim Cerny and hockey legend Pierre McGuire on the Rink Rap Podcast as they dive into the Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup dominance, their potential dynasty status, and the key factors behind their victory over the Edmonton Oilers. Pierre shares insights on Chris Kreider’s blockbuster trade to the Anaheim Ducks, the impact of Mike Sullivan’s coaching on the New York Rangers, and whether Connor M...

Jim Cerny breaks down the blockbuster trade sending Chris Kreider from the New York Rangers to the Anaheim Ducks for prospect Kerry Terrence and draft picks. Get trade grades for both teams, insights on Kreider’s legacy, and what this means for the Rangers’ future. Will young stars like Lafreniere and Cooley step up? Tune in for expert analysis and what’s next for NYR! Don’t miss next week’s deepe...

On today's new episode, Jim chats with ESPN Radio’s Don La Greca for an in-depth hockey talk! In this episode, recorded June 3, 2025, Don shares his insights on the New York Rangers’ challenging season, the firing of Peter Laviolette, and what GM Chris Drury needs to do to reshape the team around JT Miller. Could a blockbuster trade involving Artemi Panarin be in the works? They also reflect on th...

Join Jim Cerny on the Rink Rap Podcast as he dives deep into the New York Rangers' bold move to hire Mike Sullivan as head coach with special guest Dan Kingerski from Pittsburgh Hockey Now. With a decade of covering Sullivan, Dan shares exclusive insights on what Rangers fans can expect from their new tactician, how he'll handle stars like Mika Zibanejad and Artemi Panarin, and his approach to you...

Join Jim Cerny on the Rink Wrap Podcast from Forever Blueshirts as he dives into the heated debate over trading New York Rangers star Chris Kreider. With the Rangers facing a tight salary cap and a disappointing season, is it time to move on from the franchise icon? We discuss the pros, cons, and alternatives, including potential trades for Mika Zibanejad, Artemi Panarin, and more. Plus, we discus...

Dive into the latest Rink Rap Podcast with Jim Cerny as we unpack Mike Sullivan’s introductory press conference as the New York Rangers’ 38th head coach! From his bold “teams win championships” message to the controlled Rangers PR machine, we cover the key takeaways and what they mean for the team’s future. Plus, a heated debate on whether the Rangers should trade Alexi Lafreniere—gray area or bla...

On the May Day edition of Rink Rap...we sit down with Mollie Walker of the New York Post to dissect the New York Rangers' tumultuous 2024-25 NHL season. From off-season controversies involving Barclay Goodrow and Jacob Trouba to the locker room fallout and the firing of head coach Peter Laviolette, Mollie dives deep into what went wrong for a team with Stanley Cup aspirations.  Key discussion poin...

🚨 BREAKING: Mike Sullivan is a free agent after parting ways with the Pittsburgh Penguins! Is he the next head coach for the New York Rangers? Join Jim Cerny on this emergency Rink Rap Podcast from Forever Blue Shirts as we dive into the NHL coaching shakeup, Sullivan’s championship pedigree, and why Rangers GM Chris Drury has him at the top of his list. Will Sully lead the Rangers to glory? Tune...

Join Jim Cerny on the Rink Rap Podcast as he sits down with ESPN's Greg Wyshynski to dive into the latest NHL drama surrounding the New York Rangers! From Chris Drury's controversial contract extension to locker room tensions and the team's playoff collapse, Greg shares his expert insights on what went wrong and what’s next for the Rangers. Plus, they discuss potential offseason moves , coaching c...

The New York Rangers are out of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Jim Cerny is FIRED UP! 😤 In this explosive episode of the Rink Rap Podcast, Jim breaks down the catastrophic collapse that left the Rangers on the outside looking in. From squandered leads to defensive breakdowns, he calls out the players, coaches, and management for a season of missed opportunities. Hear why Calvin DeHaan’s frust...

Welcome to Rink Rap on Forever Blue Shirts! In this explosive episode, host Jim Cerny dives deep into the New York Rangers' shocking collapse as their playoff hopes hang by a thread with just five games left in the 2024-25 regular season. From blown leads to brain-dead sequences, we unpack why this talented team is crumbling under pressure and failing to seize the Eastern Conference’s second wildc...

Join Jim Cerny on Rink Rap from Forever Blue Shirts as we dive into Gabe Perreault’s electrifying NHL debut with the New York Rangers! The 19-year-old phenom showcased his skills in a thrilling 5-4 OT win against the Minnesota Wild at Madison Square Garden. From near-miss plays to clutch moments, is Perreault the Rangers’ next big star? We also break down Artemi Panarin’s magic, Keandre Miller’s r...

Welcome to the Rink Rap Podcast from Forever Blue Shirts! Host Jim Cerny dives into the New York Rangers' fading playoff chances, John Tortorella’s firing, and MLB Opening Day excitement. From Rangers’ struggles to potential coaching changes and prospect updates, we’ve got it all covered. Hit that subscribe button, like the video, and join the conversation on X @JimCerny! Full episode available on...