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Rink Rap | A New York Rangers Podcast from Forever Blueshirts

Forever Blueshirts
New York Rangers
NHL
Artemi Panarin
JT Miller
Mika Zibanejad
Vincent Trocheck
Mike Sullivan
Stanley Cup
Carolina Hurricanes
Chris Drury
Igor Shesterkin
Adam Fox
Florida Panthers
Gabe Perreault
Brennan Othman
Stanley Cup Playoffs
Pittsburgh Penguins
Madison Square Garden
Braden Schneider
NHL Trade Deadline

Forever Blueshirts Radio and the Rink Rap podcast are where New York Rangers fans are ALL IN! Host Jim Cerny provides top-flight interviews, as well as seasoned insight from his 30 years covering the Rangers and NHL. Be sure to visit us online at www.foreverblueshirts.com or follow us on X (formerly known as Twitter) @4EverBlueshirts

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September hockey is finally here. On this edition of the Rink Rap Podcast, Jim Cerny digs into the Rangers' latest offseason move: the one-year, $1.5 million signing of winger Eeli Tolvanen. Jim explains why Chris Drury waiting out a market that neve... more

Jim Cerny is back from a week off and welcomes Dan D'Uva, the radio voice of the Vegas Golden Knights, for an in-depth look at the Pavel Dorofeyev trade. D'Uva breaks down why Vegas moved on from their leading goal scorer, what he brings to a Rangers... more

It's the dog days of August, but Jim Cerny isn't taking a week off. Flying solo this week (with a Banff vacation on the horizon), Cerny opens with a personal story from his early broadcasting days with the Islanders before diving into the meat of the... more

Hart Levine, founder of PuckPedia, joins Jim Cerny on the Rink Rap podcast to break down the rapidly rising NHL salary cap, the evolving free-agency market, the real impact of offer sheets, and the New York Rangers’ critical upcoming decisions on Gab... more

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Recent Guests

Hart Levine
Founder of PuckPedia, capologist expert
PuckPedia
Episode: PuckPedia's Hart Levine on NHL Cap Explosion, Offer Sheets & Rangers’ Big RFA Decisions
Dan Kingerski
Guest from Pittsburgh Hockey Now
Pittsburgh Hockey Now
Episode: Marcus Pettersson Trade, Sullivan's Young-Player Reputation & Metro Predictions ft. Dan Kingerski
Russ Cohen
Sportsology analyst and frequent Sirius XM contributor
Sportsology
Episode: Prospect Expert Russ Cohen: Trocheck Trade Concerns, Lafreniere's Ceiling & Metro Predictions
Nicky Fotiu
Former Ranger, inductee
New York Rangers Hall of Fame
Episode: Nick Fotiu, Sam Rosen & Rangers Offseason Talk at the NY State Hockey Hall of Fame
Sam Rosen
Hall of Fame broadcaster
New York Rangers
Episode: Nick Fotiu, Sam Rosen & Rangers Offseason Talk at the NY State Hockey Hall of Fame
Allan Kreda
Associated Press writer and author
Associated Press
Episode: Nick Fotiu, Sam Rosen & Rangers Offseason Talk at the NY State Hockey Hall of Fame
Don Maloney
Former Ranger player, inducted
Rangers Hall of Fame
Episode: Nick Fotiu, Sam Rosen & Rangers Offseason Talk at the NY State Hockey Hall of Fame
Chris Peters
NHL Draft expert, prospect expert at FloHockey
FloHockey
Episode: [FULL EPISODE] Rangers Have 11 Picks & the No. 5 Overall — Is This the Draft That Saves Their Future? | Chris Peters, FloHockey
Dan Girardi
Former New York Rangers defenseman
New York Rangers
Episode: JIm Closes Out the Show with His Thoughts on Rangers

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Jim Cerny
Host of the Rink Rap podcast, with 30 years covering the Rangers and NHL.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Great show!

    I am not a NY Rangers fan, but I really enjoy this show because there's such great unique knowledge in the sport of Hockey! Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Bear of Texas Podcast
    United States6 years ago
  • Pretty good

    Real hockey knowledge and no attempt at frat boy humor. Welcome change from other podcasts which sound so incredibly juvenile

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    nyc commuter 500
    United States6 years ago
  • Awesome podcast!

    One of the best NYR podcasts around

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrNYRfanatic
    United States6 years ago
  • Great Podcast for any Rangers fan

    Love this podcast. Extremely informative, and clearly explains what’s going on in Rangers world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adam Heise
    United States6 years ago
  • In with the new

    Loving the multiple new episodes a week

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RobbieMulcss
    United States6 years ago

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Great interviews and deep dives beyond generic recaps
Consistently informative on trades, drafts, and cap talk
High-quality, jargon-light explanations that are accessible to most fans
Analytical, level-headed Rangers coverage with strong insider knowledge

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#113
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#101
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#145
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#146
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#10
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#36
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Nick Fotiu, Sam Rosen & Rangers Offseason Talk at the NY State Hockey Hall of Fame
Q: What do you think the long-term ramifications of this offer sheet are?
The panel discusses how the massive offer sheet sets a precedent for cap management and future contract values, suggesting teams will chase cost certainty and that high-salary deals could reshape long-term budgeting and player movement.
[FULL EPISODE] Dan Girardi on the 2014 Cup Run, John Tortorella & Why That Rangers Group Was Special
Q: How do you look back on the four-year stretch and the 2014 Cup run?
Girardi reflects on the special chemistry of the team, the many great playoff moments, and the idea that strong off-ice bonds and a supportive environment helped push the team to great heights, even though they fell short of the Cup.
Keith Kavanaugh of PuckPedia on Drury's Big Offseason Decisions
Q: Do you think Vincent Trocheck will be with the Rangers at the start of training camp, or is he the most tradable asset to maximize a return?
Trocheck is highly valuable and likely the centerpiece of any trade discussion; the return should include a first-round pick and a solid prospect, with additional pieces to balance the deal, though keeping him could be possible if the team chooses to retool rather than rebuild.
Keith Kavanaugh of PuckPedia on Drury's Big Offseason Decisions
Q: Let's start with Tuch. Is he going to get an eight-figure deal, and does he fit the Rangers' long-term plan?
Tuch is likely to command around ten million per season due to market dynamics, but his fit with the Rangers depends on how the team views its competitive window and whether they prioritize short-term impact or long-term continuity.
James Nichols on the Devils' Disaster Season, Quinn Hughes Saga, and What Sonny Mehta Does Next
Q: How might the Quinn Hughes situation influence the Devils' strategy this offseason?
The conversation suggests exploring a potential trade to bring in a premier defenseman like Hughes or a center to complement Jack Hughes, with Mehta leveraging Minnesota's assets or similar moves to reshape the lineup.

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This show provides deep-dive hockey analysis focused on the New York Rangers, blending insider perspectives, roster strategy, draft talk, and historic context with a strong emphasis on salary cap implications and development pipelines. Expect detailed breakdowns of trades, signings, goaltending decisions, and prospects, often featuring conversations with former players, longtime broadcasters, and industry analysts who illuminate both team strategy and the broader NHL landscape. A standout trait is the host's long-running access to reporters and insiders, delivering both historical color and practical, numbers-driven insights for fans, sponsors, and potential guests seeking to understand what makes Rangers coverage tick.

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1. Hart Levine
2. Dan Kingerski
3. Russ Cohen
4. Nicky Fotiu
5. Sam Rosen
6. Allan Kreda
7. Don Maloney
8. Chris Peters

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