Up In The Blue Seats - New York Rangers Podcast

On this week’s episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Mollie and Brian breakdown the Rangers’ offseason moves so far! Diving into depth signings, key top six additions, and trading away some household names in order to build up the future. The gang also discusses the news of Quentin Dolan taking over the day to day operations of the team and how it will impact the Rangers moving forward. All that and m...

On this week’s episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Mollie and Brian break down a massive Day 1 of the NHL draft for the Blueshirts as they acquire Pavel Dorofeyev in a huge trade to speed up their retool. The gang also discuss the drafting of Alberts Smits and how soon we could see him in the NHL along with the rest of the rumors and storylines around the league as this offseason is off to a red hot...

The Rangers season has finally come to a close. Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down a disappointing '25–'26 campaign and everything that comes next. The crew recaps everything from break up day and what the Rangers' next steps are heading into the draft lottery and free agency. Will the Rangers' 'retool' revamp the franchise or will it be more of the same for the blue shirts? All that and mor...

On this week’s episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Mollie and Brian break down the Rangers’ late-season surge, and how they have played spoiler to some teams on the fringe of the playoffs in the Eastern conference. The crew also dives into the NHL playoff picture, the Devils and Islanders recent shakeups, and Matthew Robertson’s Masterton nomination. All that and more on the newest episode of ‘Up in...

On this week’s episode of ‘Up in the Blue Seats’ Mollie and Brian answer your burning questions about the Rangers as the season comes to a close! From trade scenarios, offseason moves and lineup decisions…we touch on it all! The gang also dives into the Rangers 3 game win streak, Igor Shesterkin vs Jacob Markstrom and how the young players are making the most of their opportunities! All that and m...

The New York Rangers are spiraling…AGAIN and there’s a lot to unpack. On this episode of 'Up In The Blue Seats', Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle discuss the Rangers signing top defensive prospect Drew Fortescue to an entry level contract as well as top goalie prospect Dylan Garand making his NHL debut! The crew also discusses Mika Zibanejad playing in his 1000th career game, Adam Edstrom getting a l...

On this week’s episode of Up In The Blue Seats, Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down the team’s recent surge since the Olympic break and the growing chemistry on the new-look top line. The crew focuses on the breakout stretch from Alexis Lafrenière, who has played better with a more assertive offensive approach. They also discuss how rookie playmaker Gabe Perreault is fitting alongside Lafreni...

On this episode of Up In The Blue Seats, Mollie Walker and former Ranger Brian Boyle break down everything that went down on NHL Trade Deadline Day, and what didn’t happen for the Rangers. Despite weeks of speculation, the expected blockbuster involving Vincent Trocheck never materialized. Mollie and Brian discuss why the Rangers ultimately held onto their veteran center, what kind of trade packag...

Up in the Blue Seats is back after the Olympic break! Mollie Walker and former Ranger Brian Boyle break down Team USA’s gold-medal run and analyze both historic performances. The crew then dives into the latest with the Rangers after their 3-2 OT loss to the Flyers and where the team stands with current veterans Adam Fox and Vincent Trocheck ahead of the March 6th trade deadline. DONATE TO RON DUG...

The Rangers’ retooling is officially underway and the first domino has fallen. Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down the Carson Soucy trade to the Islanders, why the rare cross-town deal mattered. But that’s just the beginning. With the Rangers clearly open for business, the conversation quickly turns to the looming Artemi Panarin trade. Why Panarin was held out, what it signals about the team’...

The New York Rangers sent shockwaves through the fanbase after releasing a rare, direct letter to fans promising a full roster retool and massive organizational changes — but what does it actually mean? On this episode of Up in the Blue Seats, we break down the Rangers’ statement line by line and debate: Are the Rangers heading toward a soft rebuild or a full teardown? Which core players could be...

The Rangers hit a new low and the frustration is boiling over. On the newest episode of Up in the Blue Seats, Mollie  and Brian break down the fallout from the Rangers’ humiliating 10–2 loss in Boston, the lack of response against Seattle, and what it all says about the team’s mental toughness as they sit near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. The crew also discusses the decision fro...

Up in the Blue Seats is back from the holiday break and the Rangers are facing major questions after a 5–2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres. On this episode, Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down the Rangers’ scoring struggles at Madison Square Garden, lack of finishing, and why strong net-front play hasn’t translated into goals. The show covers the growing injury crisis, including Adam Fox and Igor...

The Rangers’ home ice woes continue, and Up In The Blue Seats is back to break it all down! Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle recap a wild stretch for the Blueshirts, including a three-goal comeback and overtime win over Montreal, another shutout loss at Madison Square Garden, and ongoing struggles on special teams. With the Rangers piling up shutouts at home, failing to score consistently, and search...

Mollie and Brian are back for another episode of Up In The Blue Seats. After a hard fought stretch against tough opponents, the Rangers came crashing back to earth with a disappointing shutout loss to the Blackhawks and there’s a lot to unpack. The crew break down what went wrong in Chicago, the inconsistent performances from the team’s top players, and why the Rangers’ power play has unraveled wi...

After a brief hiatus, Up In The Blue Seats returns with a powerful and emotional episode. Mollie Walker and former Ranger Brian Boyle open the show by remembering their friend, colleague, and Hall of Fame hockey writer Larry Brooks, who recently passed away at 75 after a short battle with cancer. Mollie and Brian share heartfelt stories, personal reflections, and behind-the-scenes memories of Larr...

Brandon London and Dexter Henry pay tribute to Larry Brooks by reflecting on his conic career and willingness to mentor future generations of sports reporters after the Hockey Hall of Famer passed away on Thursday at the age of 75. Timecodes: 00:00- Brandon London interview w/ Mike Vaccaro 6:17- Dexter Henry's tribute to Larry Brooks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'Up in the Blue Seats', the Rangers’ baffling struggles at Madison Square Garden take center stage. Six games in, the numbers are… shocking. From nearly zero time playing with a lead, to 1 goal in 15 home periods, and a power-play that is dead last in the entire NHL....nothing seems to be going right for the Rangers at home. Mollie and Brian break down what’s going wrong, why it...

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 with Hockey Hall of Fame NY Post Rangers beat writer Larry Brooks. They are join...

The Rangers get back in the win column with a much-needed 2–0 shutout over the Canucks in Vancouver — and the emotions were high as captain J.T. Miller returned to face his former team. Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down the statement win and how the Rangers identity is starting to take shape under Mike Sullivan. Plus the crew dives into Alexis Lafreniere's rough start and what needs to happ...

Mollie Walker and former Ranger Brian Boyle are back with a new episode of Up In The Blue Seats and there’s plenty to unpack. The Rangers remain winless at home after a wild overtime loss to the Sharks, but there were signs of life on offense and positives to take away. The crew breaks down what has gone wrong for the Rangers as they struggle to find consistency. Plus Matt Rempe’s fight with Ryan...

The New York Rangers might be off to a slow start, but don’t let the 2-3-0 record fool you — this is a good hockey team. On this week’s episode of 'Up In The Blue Seats', Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down how this year’s team looks through the first 5 games. From improved defensive structure and buy-in under new head coach Mike Sullivan to Shesterkin’s steady play in net, the Rangers are sh...

Up In The Blue Seats is back, Ranger fans! Mollie Walker and Brian Boyle break down the highs, lows, and everything in between from the Rangers’ opening night loss to the Penguins — the first game of the Mike Sullivan era. The vibes were high on the blue carpet, but the on-ice results didn’t match. The crew talks Mika Zibanejad looking like his old self, Igor Shesterkin standing tall, and what wen...

The New York Rangers’ season is finally here, and the 'Up in the Blue Seats' crew is breaking it all down! Mollie Walker, Brian Boyle, and Larry Brooks deliver their season preview for the '25-'26 New York Rangers. From pre season roster battles, to injury concerns, Artemi Panarin's contract situation and Matt Rempe's impact. Can the Rangers return to form at the top of the Eastern Conference this...

The Rangers are back — and so is Up in the Blue Seats! In this episode, Mollie, Larry and Brian dive into the fresh energy around training camp under new head coach Mike Sullivan They also discuss J.T. Miller being named the 29th captain in franchise history, what it means for the locker room, and why his fiery personality could be exactly what the Rangers need. Plus, a closer look at an important...