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Rangers Recon

Ice House Media
New York Rangers
Rangers
Igor Shesterkin
Dylan Garand
Cam Talbot
Pavel Dorofeyev
Eli Tolvanen
NHL Goaltending
Rangers Defensive Structure
NHL
NHL Draft
Dylan Larkin
Dominic Moore
Vegas Golden Knights
Edmonton Oilers
Adam Fox

Longtime NHL beat reporter Arthur Staple and credentialed NHL media Andrew Chelney bring the nuanced and informed takes to make you a smarter New York Rangers fan.

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Latest Episodes

The Rangers have won three in a row, including holding on against Seattle on Saturday. Is this who they really are after stumbling earlier on?

Kartye's excellence, Dorofeyev finding form, Korpisalo's season debut, and so much more!

One stop shop w... more

Former Ranger and current hockey media legend Ray Ferraro joins the show to talk Rangers. What would he do if he was Chris Drury? Does it make sense for NYR to give up more assets to acquire a goalie? That and so much more.

One stop shop with all th... more

Mike Richter was originally scheduled to join us today but had to reschedule. We will keep you posted.

The Rangers are falling apart defensively, especially on the road. Who is to blame? How do they fix it? Stape and Chels break everything down and ... more

Former Ranger and current Columbus Blue Jacket Cam Talbot joins the show to talk life in Ohio, Dylan Garand's mental toughness, how he had to step up when Henrik Lundqvist went down with injury in 2015, and more. Plus, Stape and Chels get into last n... more

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Recent Guests

Ray Ferraro
Former New York Rangers player and hockey media commentator
Episode: Ray Ferraro Joins The Show!
Cam Talbot
NHL goaltender for the Columbus Blue Jackets and former New York Rangers goaltender
Columbus Blue Jackets
Episode: Cam Talbot Joins The Show!
Steve Valiquette
Former Ranger, MSG analyst, data/goalie expert
Clear Sight Hockey / MSG
Episode: Steve Valiquette Joins The Show!
Jason Strudwick
Former Ranger, now hockey analyst and media personality
Former NHL player; hockey media
Episode: Jason Strudwick Joins The Show!
Mike Rupp
Former Ranger, NHL player, media figure
Former NHL player; media guest on the show
Episode: Mike Rupp Joins The Show!
Marty Biron
Former NHL goaltender, broadcaster, and analyst
Buffalo Sabres alumnus, Rangers media guest
Episode: Marty Biron Joins The Show!
Jonny Lazarus Laz
Hockey analyst and podcaster, well-known for covering and breaking down hockey moves
Independent analyst (guest)
Episode: Rangers Day One Free Agency Reactions with Jonny Lazarus
Chris Peters
Draft analyst for Flow Hockey and The Athletic
Flow Hockey, The Athletic
Episode: Chris Peters Joins The Show, Breaks Down 2026 NHL Draft!
Dominic Moore
Former Ranger, part of the 2014 Finals team; now a media figure
Former NHL player; media commentator
Episode: Dominic Moore Joins The Show!

Hosts

Andrew Chelney
Host of Rangers Recon; long-time Ice House Media contributor
Arthur Staple
Co-host, longtime NHL beat reporter

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Great podcast

    My favorite Rangers podcast and the best hockey podcast out there. Staple is a calm, fair, highly knowledgeable breath of fresh air who has no agenda except to shed light on hockey and the Rangers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bubbla77772
    United States6 months ago

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Solid depth on goaltending and development topics; strong storytelling.
Consistent, credible sourcing and inside-the-game context.
Calm, knowledgeable host with a balanced take on Rangers and hockey.
Candid, insightful guests and sharp roster/contract analysis.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#232
United States/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#227
Germany/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#73
Denmark/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#125
Japan/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#167
Finland/Sports/Hockey
Apple Podcasts
#174
New Zealand/Sports/Hockey

Talking Points

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Ray Ferraro Joins The Show!
Q: If you are Chris Drury, what do you do?
Ferraro would not trade more future assets simply to improve the team in the short term, especially without Shesterkin and with no clear path to a deep playoff run. He would consider calling about exceptional players such as Nikita Kucherov or Dylan Larkin, but would weigh the cost and how much they would improve the team.
Ray Ferraro Joins The Show!
Q: When your best player goes down, why hasn't the rest of the Rangers team rallied to defend better?
Ferraro says teams often get an initial surge of energy after losing a star, but their roster's actual abilities do not change. The Rangers are still a team in transition, and Shesterkin's importance makes his absence especially difficult to absorb.
Cam Talbot Joins The Show!
Q: Can you explain the mental switch you almost have, where you go from a bad game to playing well again?
Talbot says resetting is difficult, especially after a lopsided loss, but Garand demonstrated strong mental fortitude by leaving the previous game behind and focusing on his next start.
Cam Talbot Joins The Show!
Q: When Henrik Lundqvist went down and you had to step into the number one role, what was your mindset?
Talbot initially felt the pressure of replacing Lundqvist, but Benoit Allaire helped him settle down by reminding him to play his own game. He focused on one game at a time and relied on his teammates.
Eeli Tolvanen Signs with NY Rangers
Q: What is the most likely role Tolvanen will play for the Rangers this season?
The hosts suggest Tolvanen will primarily be an even-strength contributor on the third line, with minimal power-play time, focusing on creating scoring chances and using his shot to contribute, while not relying on top-line responsibilities.

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The show consistently offers close Rangers-focused analysis, blending roster-building, development, and goaltending conversations with long-form interviews from players, coaches, and reporters. Episodes frequently drill into season outlooks, contract and cap considerations, and the psychology of players in a high‑pressure market, often featuring candid anecdotes and historical perspective from people with deep ties to New York hockey. It stands out for its veteran-host dynamic, willingness to dissect trades and development strategies, and an emphasis on nuanced, behind-the-scenes context rather than broad, generic hockey takes, making it valuable for listeners who want both tactical insights and organizational storytelling.

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1. Ray Ferraro
2. Cam Talbot
3. Steve Valiquette
4. Jason Strudwick
5. Mike Rupp
6. Marty Biron
7. Jonny Lazarus Laz
8. Chris Peters

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