“New Ice City” is a weekly podcast hosted by Vincent Mercogliano, New York Rangers beat reporter and NHL analyst for the USA TODAY Network. Each episode will feature Vince’s insights on the latest news and rumblings surrounding the Blueshirts, as well as interviews with an array of guests from the hockey world. Download and subscribe on any platform where you find your podcasts, or by visiting lohud.com/rangers.
Episode 170 of the "New Ice City" podcast dives into the latest drama surrounding the New York Rangers, who have lost 11 of their last 14 games in their ongoing tailpin. Host Vincent Mercogliano is joined by fellow beat reporters Peter Baugh (The Athletic), Colin Stephenson (Newsday) and Mollie Walker (NY Post) for another roundtable discussion, which was interrupted by Kaapo Kakko being traded to the Seattle Kraken.
Episode 169 of the "New Ice City" podcast tries to make sense of a crazy week for the New York Rangers, which featured captain Jacob Trouba getting traded to the Anaheim Ducks, Igor Shesterkin signing a record-breaking extension and losses continuing to pile up. Plus, Emily Kaplan of ESPN joins the show to analyze how the Trouba trade went down, the odds of getting Brady Tkachuk and where the Blueshirts are looking for their next move and host Vincent Mercogliano answers fans questions regarding Mika Zibanejad, Adam Fox and Peter Laviolette.
Episode 168 of the "New Ice City" podcast reacts to the turmoil surrounding the New York Rangers, who have lost six out of their last seven games and seem to be falling apart at the seams. Host Vincent Mercogliano reveals what he's hearing and his own analysis regarding team president Chris Drury's trade memo that put Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba at the forefront of the rumor mill, how its resonating in the locker room and the missteps that got them to this breaking point.
Episode 167 of the "New Ice City" podcast features a group discussion with New York Rangers beat reporters Vincent Mercogliano (lohud.com/USA TODAY), Peter Baugh (The Athletic), Colin Stephenson (Newsday) and Mollie Walker (NY Post) as they make their way through western Canada. Plus, a deeper look at the improvements the Blueshirts have made during their three-game winning streak, the continued growth of Will Cuylle and Kaapo Kakko, the pending return of Filip Chytil and more.
Episode 166 of the "New Ice City" podcast peels back the layers of a tough start to the season for Rangers center Mika Zibanejad and mounting criticism from the fan base. Plus, Jonny Lazarus of the Daily Faceoff joins the show to break down the Blueshirts' issues during their recent rough patch and host Vincent Mercogliano answers fans questions about lineup changes, usage of young players and more.
Episode 165 of the "New Ice City" podcast analyzes the recent play of the New York Rangers and slew of ensuing lineup changes from head coach Peter Laviolette. Plus, former Blueshirt and current NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp joins the show to explain his position on Igor Shesterkin's contract negotiations and host Vincent Mercogliano answers fans questions about Laviolette's 1-3-1 system, the state of the D corps and trade deadline cap space.
Episode 164 of the "New Ice City" podcast reacts to the New York Rangers losing two of their last three games while addressing the issues that have bubbled to the surface during that span. Plus, host Vincent Mercogliano discusses Peter Laviolette's decision to run it back with the same lineup and answers fans questions regarding K'Andre Miller, Zac Jones and Mika Zibanejad.
Episode 163 of the "New Ice City" podcast examines a red-hot start for the 5-0-1 New York Rangers, who have featured the NHL's most productive offensive attack to begin the 2024-25 season. Plus, George Richards of Florida Hockey Now joins the show to preview Thursday's Eastern Conference Final rematch with the defending champion Panthers and host Vincent Mercogliano answers fans questions regarding Ryan Lindgren, Matt Rempe, defensive pairs and more!
Episode 162 of the "New Ice City" podcast opens up the mailbag to answer fans questions regarding the first week of the New York Rangers' season. Host Vincent Mercogliano analyzes each of the first three games, plus Kaapo Kakko, Victor Mancini, Matt Rempe, Igor Shesterkin, Mika Zibanejad, five-on-five offense, defensive blemishes and more!
Episode 161 of the "New Ice City" podcast reveals why Igor Shesterkin turned down an offer that would have made him the NHL's highest-paid goalie while looking ahead to the start of the Rangers' new season. Plus, Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show to preview the Blueshirts' season-opener against the Penguins and host Vincent Mercogliano discusses final roster decisions involving Adam Edstrom, Victor Mancini, Brennan Othmann and others.
Episode 160 of the "New Ice City" podcast takes an in-depth look at the roster decisions facing the New York Rangers with one week to go until opening night, including the chances for prospects Adam Edström and Victor Mancini to break camp with the team. Plus, Peter Baugh of The Athletic joins the show to share his preseason observations and host Vincent Mercogliano answers fans questions regarding Chris Kreider, Mika Zibanejad, Kaapo Kakko and more!
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