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COMMENT YOUR THOUGHTS ON THIS WILD WEEK!!!!! Big Apple Hockey breaks down a wild week for the New York Tri-State NHL teams! We recap every game, highlight standout performances, and analyze what it means for the Islanders, Devils, and Rangers as the 2025-26 regular season winds down. Islanders (42-31-5) April 3: Loss vs. Philadelphia Flyers (1-4) April 4: Loss at Carolina Hurricanes (3-4) The Isles dropped two straight and are battling to stay in the Metropolitan Division mix. We discuss their recent skid and remaining schedule. April 5: Islanders fired Patrick Roy Devils (40-35-3) April 2: Big win vs. Washington Capitals (7-3) April 4: OT loss vs. Montreal Canadiens (3-4) April 5: Shutout win at Montreal (3-0) April 6: Devils part ways with GM Tom Fitzgerald April 7: Tough loss vs. Philadelphia Flyers (1-5) New Jersey showed flashes of offensive firepower but ultimately got eliminated from playoff contention after the Flyers rout. We dive into the highs, lows, and what’s next for the young core. Rangers (33-36-9) April 2: Loss vs. Montreal Canadiens (2-3) April 4: Win vs. Detroit Red Wings (4-1) April 5: Dominant win vs. Washington Capitals (8-1) The Blueshirts put up big numbers in a pair of home victories after a tough loss to the Habs. We break down the scoring outburst and evaluate their play as they play out the string. Blueshirts got back-to-back hat tricks from Gabe Perreault and Will Cuylle for the first time since 1982. Plus, we go around the entire NHL with the latest standings, playoff races, key storylines, and league-wide news in our popular NHL Bar Talk segment. Who stepped up? Which teams are surging toward the playoffs? And how do the local New York teams stack up heading into the final stretch? Drop your thoughts in the comments — which Tri-State team disappointed you most this week? 🔔 Subscribe to Big Apple Hockey for daily Islanders, Rangers, Devils, and full NHL coverage! 👍 Like if you're a New York hockey fan and hit the notification bell so you never miss a Bar Talk! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The race is so tight that two solid teams could easily miss the playoffs despite 85-90+ points — a potential record for the most competitive Eastern bubble ever. We also touch on potential first-round previews (Bruins vs. Hurricanes? Blue Jackets vs. Lightning?) and which bubble teams have the momentum. If you're a fan of the Bruins, Senators, Red Wings, Flyers, or just love playoff hockey drama, this is the breakdown you need before the final push! Also the New York Rangers are showing a change in culture or ruining their chances of landing top pick Gavin McKenna? All this and much more in our NHL Bar Talk! Drop your team’s chances in the comments — who do you think sneaks in as the final wild card? 🏒 - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 #NYR #isles #nhl #nhlbartalk #nhlplayoffs #lgrw #gohabsgo #nhlbruins #letsgoflyers #NHLnews 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The tale of two New York teams couldn't be more different this week. The Rangers suffered a humiliating 6-3 home loss to the rival New Jersey Devils at Madison Square Garden, with Jack Hughes and Connor Brown each posting a goal and two assists as the Blueshirts continued their late-season struggles. Meanwhile, the Islanders stayed in the thick of the Eastern Conference wild card race with clutch performances, including Ilya Sorokin's NHL-leading 7th shutout of the season in a 1-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets and a strong power-play showing in Toronto. In this full week recap (3/18 - 3/26), we break down every key moment: • Rangers blown out at home by the Devils • Islanders' playoff hustle with shutout wins, tough losses, and big homestand action • Standings updates, goaltending battles, and what it means for both teams heading into the final stretch Who’s the real New York hockey story right now — the sinking Rangers or the fighting Islanders? 🟠 Subscribe for daily NY Rangers & Islanders coverage! 👍 Like if you're a Rangers or Islanders fan! 🗣️ Comment: Rangers or Islanders — who had the better week? What are your thoughts? Comment Below! We'd love to hear from you! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 #NewYorkRangers #NYRangers #NewYorkIslanders #NYIslanders #NHLRecap #RangersVsDevils #IslandersPlayoffs #NYHockey #NHL2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NHL Department of Player Safety head George Parros defends the suspension process after Radko Gudas' 5-game ban for kneeing Auston Matthews season-ender—amid Connor McDavid criticism! We break down Parros' comments on consistency and why he stands by it. Plus: New York Islanders heating up for playoffs push under Patrick Roy—lineup tweaks and urgency! New York Rangers preparing for season's end in retool mode after trade deadline moves. In NHL Bar Talk: Tampa Bay Lightning could slip to wild card, New Jersey Devils bigger disappointment than Rangers, Utah Hockey Club quick playoff exit, and Leon Draisaitl's lower-body injury ends his regular season for Oilers. COMMENT whether or not the NHL needs a new Head of Player's Safety! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join the Big Apple Hockey crew for an action-packed livestream breaking down the hottest New York hockey stories and league-wide buzz! We kick things off with Brayden Schenn's highly anticipated debut with the New York Islanders! Fresh off that blockbuster trade-deadline move from the St. Louis Blues (where he waived his no-trade clause and got a hero's welcome back in STL), the veteran center and former Cup champ is already meshing in—bringing veteran grit, faceoff prowess, and two-way play to Long Island. Is he the missing piece for a deeper playoff push? Next up: Alexis Lafrenière is finally showing flashes of that elite potential with the New York Rangers. After a rollercoaster season, Laf's stepping up with more consistent production, power-play contributions, and noticeable engagement—could this be the breakout we've all been waiting for from the former #1 pick? Then we shift to the surprise of the East: the Buffalo Sabres surging to the top spot in the Eastern Conference standings! With strong play, a positive goal differential, and a hot streak, Buffalo's making noise—are they legit contenders or riding momentum? Our NHL Bar Talk rounds up the biggest headlines from around the league, from trades and standouts to under-the-radar stories. And stick around for the fun: we dive into Puckdoku (the hockey version of the daily puzzle game) and Obscurities, where we challenge each other (and you in the chat!) to name forgotten players, one-timers, and deep-cut NHL names that'll have you saying "Wait, he played where?!"Great hockey talk, laughs, and interactive games—what more could a fan want? Drop your takes in the comments: Does Schenn elevate the Isles? Is Laf turning the corner? Can Buffalo stay on top? Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more New York hockey coverage from Big Apple Hockey—Rangers, Islanders, Devils, and league-wide vibes! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Welcome - Brayden Schenn Islanders Debut Breakdown - Alexis Lafrenière's Emerging Potential - Buffalo Sabres Taking Over the East - NHL Bar Talk: League Headlines - Puckdoku & Obscurities Games #NHL #Islanders #Rangers #Sabres #BigAppleHockey #Puckdoku 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices