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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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Latest Episodes

The New York Rangers head into the 2026 NHL Draft holding 11 picks — including No. 5 overall and two in the first round — and the stakes couldn't be higher. Jim Cerny sits down with FloHockey's Chris Peters, one of the most respected NHL draft analys... more

FloHockey's top draft analyst breaks down who's realistically available at fifth overall, why this blue line class is elite, and what EJ Emery's development actually looks like right now.

Jim reacts to the Dylan Garand re-signing, the Brady Kachuk blockbuster, why the Rangers should take a flier on Patrick Laine, and which free agents could fit the rebuild.

Former Rangers GM Neil Smith joins Jim Cerny on the 32nd anniversary of the 1994 Stanley Cup championship to share what winning in New York truly feels like — and what the Knicks are about to experience. Neil weighs in on Carolina's Cup run, the goal... more

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Recent Guests

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 Rangers defenseman
New York Rangers
Episode: Former Ranger Dan Girardi on the 2014 Cup Run & Tortorella
Keith Kavanaugh
PuckPedia analyst and host of their podcast
PuckPedia
Episode: [FULL EPISODE] Breaking Down the Rangers Offseason: Tuch Targets, Trade Debates, and Miller's Rise
Keith Cavanaugh
Keith Cavanaugh of Puckpedia, analytics host and analyst
Puckpedia
Episode: Latest on Rangers Offseason Rumors + Trade Possibilities
Keith Cabana
Contributor for Puckpedia
Puckpedia
Episode: Jim Closes Out the Show With Thoughts & What's Next
James Nichols
Devils beat writer for New Jersey Hockey Now
New Jersey Hockey Now
Episode: Charlie Coyle Signing Opens the Door for a Vincent Trocheck Trade Haul
Murray Pam
From Hockey Hot Stove, joined from Ottawa after Brady Tkachuk press conference
Hockey Hot Stove
Episode: Brady Tkachuk SHUTS DOWN Trade Rumors + Rangers Draft Lottery & Offseason Preview | Rink Rap
Colin Stephenson
Newsday Rangers beat writer
Newsday
Episode: Colin Stephenson on the Rangers' Offseason: Top Six Holes, Panarin Trade Fallout & What Comes Next
Jonny Lazarus
From Daily Faceoff and Morning Cup of Hockey
Daily Faceoff; Morning Cup of Hockey
Episode: [FULL EPISODE]🎙️ Live at Mustang Harry's: Deep-Diving the Rangers with Daily Faceoff + The PWHL Makes MSG History

Host

Jim Cerny
Host with three decades covering the Rangers and NHL; regular contributor on Forever Blueshirts.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 54 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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Many appreciate the thoughtful, level-headed takes and informative interviews.
Audiences value the cross-team context and insider perspectives, though a segment noted as potentially age-sensitive was mentioned.
Listeners praise the show for deep hockey knowledge and balanced analysis across teams.

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Apple Podcasts
#186
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Apple Podcasts
#175
Australia/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#236
Germany/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#42
Israel/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#102
Ireland/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#138
Finland/Sports/Hockey

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

[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.
James Nichols on the Devils' Disaster Season, Quinn Hughes Saga, and What Sonny Mehta Does Next
Q: What is the read on Sonny Mehta's approach as the new GM, and what might he do next?
Mehta is viewed as a bold, calculating operator who aims to make a quick, strategic impact—likely pursuing a mix of tweaks and targeted moves (potentially acquiring a top-line center) to elevate the Devils toward a sustained contender.

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A data-driven hockey show focused on the New York Rangers and nearby rivalries, with heavy emphasis on off-season moves, trades, draft strategy, and roster development. Episodes frequently feature cross-team context from beat writers and insiders, plus live discussions on coaching, front-office decisions, and the business side of the game (cap implications, prospects, and pipeline). A standout element is the frequent collaboration with guest reporters from Devils and Rangers coverage, offering balance and broader league perspective, and recurring moments that blend on-ice analysis with locker-room dynamics and fan-facing storytelling.

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Recent guests on Rink Rap include:

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2. Dan Girardi
3. Keith Kavanaugh
4. Keith Cavanaugh
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6. James Nichols
7. Murray Pam
8. Colin Stephenson

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