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Blueshirts Breakaway: A show about the New York Rangers

Ryan Mead and Greg Kaplan
New York Rangers
NHL
Mika Zibanejad
Igor Shesterkin
Artemi Panarin
Mike Sullivan
Chris Kreider
Vincent Trocheck
NHL Playoffs
Mark Messier
NHL Draft
Carolina Hurricanes
JT Miller
Florida Panthers
Peter Laviolette
Pittsburgh Penguins
Adam Fox
Stanley Cup
Kapo Kakko
Hockey

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 Flying V returns!

Vince is breaking down the Rangers performance on opening night, and what the team's defensive zone strategy may look like moving forward.

Plus, MSG's Dave Maloney joins the show to discuss new players fitting in on new lines ... more

This week the guys talk about who and who didn't make the team, waivers, Smits and any other remaining questions before the season.

Then Fitz joins the Breakaway to discuss the biggest storylines of the season, who needs some settle down juice and... more

Vince is back! He catches us up on all things training camp and identifies some upcoming lineup decisions Mike Sullivan and Co. will have to make before the season begins.

Then, Peter Baugh re-joins the show to discuss training camp player evaluatio... more

NYR hockey is back! The guys discuss the biggest themes heading into the season, where NYR will finish in the standings and more.

Then Vince Mercogliano joins the Breakaway for a deep dive into almost every decision happening in training camp, posit... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Baker
Senior Writer at The Ringer
The Ringer
Episode: Blueshirts Breakaway EP 562 - Best Teams of The Last Decade & Mark Walters, Dolan with Katie Baker
Marc Messier
Introduced as a guest on the show
Episode: Blueshirts Breakaway EP 560 - Horsing Around & Underrated NHL Players
Scott Wheeler
Prospect writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: The Flying V: EP 37 - Final Destination: Bloodlines with The Athletic's Scott Wheeler
Ishaan Tharoor
Global affairs columnist at the New Yorker
New Yorker
Episode: Blueshirts Breakaway EP 557 - Braden Schneider Contract, Bedard Extension, GOAT Talk & World Cup with Ishaan Tharoor
Drew Way
Former resident prospect expert
Blueshirts Breakaway (former contributor)
Episode: Blueshirts Breakaway EP 554: Pavel Dorofeyev, Smits & Free Agency with Emily Kaplan and Drew Way
Chris Johnston
Colleague at The Athletic, hockey insider
The Athletic
Episode: The Flying V EP 33: Eastern Promises with Chris Johnston
Corey Pronman
Prospect writer covering NHL draft
The Athletic
Episode: The Flying V: EP 32 - Blue Chips with The Athletic's Corey Pronman
Jonas Siegel
Athletic colleague covering the Toronto Maple Leafs
The Athletic
Episode: The Flying V: EP 30 - Auston Powers: International Man of Mystery with The Athletic's Jonas Siegel
Colin Stephenson
Rangers reporter for Newsday, seasoned NHL beat writer
Newsday
Episode: The Flying V: EP 29 - Project: Hail Mary with Newsday's Colin Stephenson

Hosts

Ryan Mead
Host of Blueshirts Breakaway, Blueshirts Breakaway podcast organizer, engages in hockey analysis and banter
Greg Kaplan
Co-host, brings analytical perspective and lively banter
Vincent Mercogliano
The Athletic reporter; host of The Flying V segment and frequent Rangers contributor

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • No good

    This is a terrible podcast if you wanna listen to it for the Rangers if you wanna listen to someone complain about the Mets is the one for you ! GREG is awful. The only time it’s good is when they have guests on.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    drichris
    United States5 months ago
  • Real and funny

    I’ve been a Blueshirts for 45+ years. My earliest memories are of the Rangers. In all those years this is arguably the best outlet for news, perspective, fan therapy and humor. Love the guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Btags777
    United States6 months ago
  • You broke me…

    Well I’ve been listening about six months & first off (sandwich method of feedback) overall I do love the pod despite the miserable Rangers’ state and their prospects going forward (really lack there of!).

    I don’t always agree but Greg & Ryan crack me up with your ‘say it as it is’ approach. Probably helps that I’m a Mets fan and originally from Rensselaer Co & now living in the Philly burbs, so there’s a bit of a link with the BB portion of the show.

    My gripe, as brutally honest as it is, i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morgs767
    United States6 months ago
  • Lame

    Leave the social commentary at the door, no one tunes in for that. Just root for your national team without disclaimers.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CGK_93
    United States7 months ago
  • The Flying V

    Big fan of the show. First time long time yada yada. Can we lower the volume of the intro music of Vince’s show. It’s so loud and scares me. Thank you, you 3 guys are great. XOXO LETS GO METS

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pudgemuffer
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some critics wish for fewer Mets references and more Rangers-focused content.
Listeners appreciate grounded hockey analysis combined with humor and candid host banter.
Guests and insider insights are a recurring strength for fans seeking depth on rosters and drafts.
Long episodes with strong pacing and mix of topics are a common positive note.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#40
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#53
United Kingdom/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#68
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#73
Italy/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#86
Germany/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#1
Poland/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Flying V - EP 39: All The President's Men with The Athletic's Peter Baugh
Q: What's the big storyline at this stage of camp besides the obvious line chemistry?
Besides chemistry, the major questions center on which players will win the 12th and 13th forward spots, how the fourth-line right wing competition shakes out between Hamelash and Rempey, and whether to push a promising youngster like Smiths into the NHL or keep him developing in Hartford.
Blueshirts Breakaway EP 561 - Life & Expectations with Jonny Lazarus
Q: What do you think is the biggest intangible for the Rangers entering the season?
The biggest intangible is how the team's identity will be rebuilt after a couple of disappointing years, and whether the leadership (coaching and top players) can translate long-term consistency into results.
Blueshirts Breakaway Episode 559 - Ranking Every NHL Team For Next Season
Q: Are the San Francisco Giants just the New York Rangers?
The hosts joke that the Giants are not the Rangers, using the comparison to illustrate differences between two sports franchises, while acknowledging the complexity of translating success across sports.
The Flying V: EP 37 - Final Destination: Bloodlines with The Athletic's Scott Wheeler
Q: Why is the Rangers' new player development staff significant for the rebuilding process?
The promotions and arrivals—Glass as director and Quick as director of goaltending development—signal a hands-on, alum-involved approach to mentorship and growth, aiming to accelerate development of the promising prospect pool and to avoid past rushing of players.
The Flying V: EP 37 - Final Destination: Bloodlines with The Athletic's Scott Wheeler
Q: What did you think about Alberts Smits being picked at five and how that compares to the other defensemen in the class?
Smits was considered one of the top defensemen, with a strong pro trajectory and more offense than some gave him credit for; he fits the Rangers' need for a high-end blue liner, and despite questions about defense reads, his overall package places him in the top tier alongside Reed and Rudolph.

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

A candid, analysty look at a major New York Rangers fanbase with hosts who mix sharp hockey critique, roster-building debates, and personal banter. Episodes frequently center on team outlooks, coaching decisions, center depth, and development pipelines, while weaving in pop-culture tangents and light humor. Notable is the habit of inviting NHL writers, analysts, and hockey veterans to unpack strategy, contracts, and draft dynamics, making it a strong fit for listeners who want both technical hockey discourse and practical team-building context. A few recurring threads: heavy focus on the Rangers' window to contend, the tension between short-term moves and long-term development, and entertaining host dynamics that keep long episodes engaging... more

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2. Marc Messier
3. Scott Wheeler
4. Ishaan Tharoor
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7. Corey Pronman
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