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Blueshirts Breakaway: A show about the New York Rangers

Ryan Mead and Greg Kaplan
New York Rangers
Pittsburgh Penguins
Mika Zibanejad
Igor Shesterkin
Vincent Trocheck
NHL
Boston Bruins
Sidney Crosby
Artemi Panarin
Shayna Goldman
New Jersey Devils
Peter Laviolette
Evgeny Malkin
Playoffs
Power Play
Igor Shusterkin
Kaapo Kakko
Jonathan Quick
Metropolitan Division
Los Angeles Kings

Ryan Mead and Greg Kaplan host this weekly New York Rangers podcast that discusses news and results about the team, and often jump off course for nonsense.

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Latest Episodes

The Rangers have a win streak! The guys discuss how impressed they are by Sullivan's coaching and how unimpressed they are by the lack of scoring. What will it take to trust this team and who needs to step up. There is also a discussion on the trade ... more

In this episode of The Flying V, Vince Mercogliano joins from the road to update fans on the aftermath of the Rangers 2-0 win over the Canucks, the improved defensive play under coach Mike Sullivan, and the ongoing concerns about the Rangers' ability... more

This week the guys talk about actual disaster losses vs the Sharks and Flames, how the stink from last year has held over and how Laf needs to be evaluated moving forward

Then Colin Stephenson of Newsday joins the Breakaway to discuss Igor's comment... more

This week on the Flying V, Vince Mercogliano discusses the lack of scoring talent in the Rangers lineup, what the Rangers can do to put more pucks in the net, and whether this is a cold streak to start the season or a bigger problem that will need ad... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Starman
Hockey analyst, former college player and coach
ESPN Radio & MSG Network
Episode: The Flying V: EP 3 - The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent with Dave Starman
Jonny Lazarus
Guest and NHL Show host
Episode: Blueshirts Breakaway EP 518 - Trust The Process with Jonny Lazarus
Josh Yohe
He has covered the Penguins for 16 years and offers insight on Mike Sullivan's coaching style.
The Athletic
Episode: The Flying V: EP 2 - Secret Garden
Ben Norris
Actor known for roles in Abbott Elementary and others
Episode: Blueshirts Breakaway EP 517 - Trocheck & Soucy Injuries and A Solid Start with Ben Norris
Bobby Wagner
A contributor from Patreon and a sports commentator
Tipping Pitches
Episode: EP 511 - Most Important NYR Player Headed into 25-26, Model Season and Our Friend Bobby Wagner
Ishaan Tharoor
Political journalist at the Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: EP 510 - Mika to Wing & Keeping the Hope with Ishaan Tharoor
Connor Rogers
NFL analyst and sports commentator
Bleacher Report, Badlands
Episode: EP 508 - NYR Contract Values with Connor Rogers
Dan Rusanowsky
Play-by-play announcer for the San Jose Sharks
San Jose Sharks
Episode: EP 507 - Shark Week with Shark Broadcaster Dan Rusanowsky and Our Friend Fitz
Alexis Downie
Anaheim Ducks reporter from Duckstream
Duckstream
Episode: EP 505 - Gallant to the KHL, Adam Fox Movie Promo & Ducks Talk with Alexis Downie

Hosts

Ryan Mead
Host and co-founder, providing insightful commentary on the New York Rangers and engaging in humorous banter with co-hosts and guests.
Greg Kaplan
Co-host, known for his energetic discussions and humor, bringing various sports references into the analysis of the Rangers' performance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Upstate NY, lol

    New Listener here: enjoying the first few episodes I’ve checked out, but as a new listener I’m not surewhat the previous argument was, but as someone born and raised in Brooklyn, moved to Long Island at 25 and now 25+ years later now live out of NY State; the Bronx/Westchester county line IS WITHOUT QUESTION the distinction between “Upstate” and “New York”. If you speak to anyone from “upstate” they actually do use the expression “downstate” (who knew) to refer to NYC and Long Island. This is a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    NYR Fan NY to SC
    United Statesa month ago
  • Mission Impossible: Try and get through two minutes of this podcast without the Mets being mentioned

    This podcast has become insufferable with Greg leading the charge, no more than two minutes of each podcast with mentioning the Mets and revolving every single thing out of his mouth around the Mets. I just turned it off as soon as anything comes out of his mouth regarding the Mets, which now lasts only about two minutes.

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    1
    NBCSNsux
    United States4 months ago
  • Please focus on hockey

    Before the constant Mets prattle took over the pod I used to be a regular listener.

    When these guys talk hockey they are usually good. Tough topics with critical incite. This used to be a go to pod for Ranger fans. But it’s been a long time since I could turn on a pod and not immediately hear whining infantile Mets garbage.

    Advice - put the Mets whining at the end of the pod. Or at least note in the description when hockey talk starts.

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    lostwaz
    United States6 months ago
  • Enough with the Mets trash!

    This is gotta be by far. The worst Rangers podcast I ever heard in my entire life. The one knucklehead never shuts up about the Mets. On and on it’s ridiculous, redundant and deceiving. You come expecting to listen to a Rangers podcast as these idiots listed as the title of their podcast. Stop with the Rangers and just do a Mets podcast you two clowns…

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    The Crafty Nine One
    United States6 months ago
  • Worst NYR podcast

    Why do these computer cowboys talk about the Mets so much on a RANGERS podcast? Uninformed hosts and boring content.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bturxhd
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts are entertaining but often diverge into non-hockey topics, which can frustrate dedicated fans looking for more focused discussions.
Listeners express mixed feelings about the frequency of tangents unrelated to hockey, such as baseball discussions, which some find frustrating while others enjoy the diverse sports commentary.
Many enjoy the light-hearted banter and camaraderie between the hosts, often appreciating their humor and personality.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#10
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#45
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#207
Canada/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#34
Italy/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#38
Australia/Sports/Hockey
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#78
Germany/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Flying V: EP 3 - The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent with Dave Starman
Q: What do you think about the team's scoring issues and their defensive structure?
Dave emphasizes that while the Rangers have a solid defensive game under Sullivan, they are struggling to score, particularly on home ice. He believes that once they start converting their chances, they'll see improvements.
Blueshirts Breakaway EP 519 - Disasters Results & the Lafrenière Conversation with Colin Stephenson
Q: Is there anything this team can do outside of a three to four game win streak to change the vibes?
They need a three or four game win streak to change the vibes, which is not impossible if they catch a few breaks.
Blueshirts Breakaway EP 519 - Disasters Results & the Lafrenière Conversation with Colin Stephenson
Q: At what point do we stop giving this team the benefit of the doubt?
We're getting there, as they have looked like an average team that can't finish.
Blueshirts Breakaway EP 519 - Disasters Results & the Lafrenière Conversation with Colin Stephenson
Q: Can this team retool on the fly or go into a full rebuild?
They're definitely not rebuilding; they're looking to try and make a cup run as hard as possible these next few years.
The Flying V: EP 2 - Secret Garden
Q: Do you think the Parsonin extension and the Radish signings are already aging poorly?
Radish has had some good moments but Parsonin's signing seems more questionable, especially since he has been scratched often and may not be seen as a valuable depth forward.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses predominantly on the New York Rangers, including team news, performance analysis, player dynamics, and upcoming matchups. Conversational in style, it often ventures beyond hockey into tangents about broader sports culture, reflecting the hosts' humorous and casual banter. Special guests frequently join to provide expert insights on relevant topics, enhancing the quality of discussion surrounding the NHL and its impact on the Rangers. The podcast also reacts to ongoing events in the sports world, making it accessible and engaging for both dedicated fans of the team and general sports enthusiasts.

Noteworthy for its light-hearted approach and inclusion of humor, the show invites listeners not only to engage with serious t... more

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