Rink Rap | A New York Rangers Podcast from Forever Blueshirts

Join host Jim Cerny on the Rink Rap podcast as he dives deep into the New York Rangers' struggles with Newsday beat writer Colin Stephenson. From recent blowout losses to Boston and Ottawa, to the team's aging core, prospect pipeline issues, and big decisions on Artemi Panarin, GM Chris Drury, and coach Mike Sullivan—this episode covers it all. Is a full rebuild coming? Don't miss this raw analysis of the free-falling Rangers!Timestamps:00:03: Intro & Recent Games (Boston, Seattle, Ottawa meltdowns)04:09: Team Aging Suddenly & Core Players' Contracts05:02: Prospect Gabe Perrault's Breakout & Future Potential09:44: Rookie Noah Laba & Talent Drain in Organization12:43: Matthew Robertson's Surprise Rise on Defense22:10: JT Miller's Role & Why Big-Picture Plan Isn't Working29:30: Defensive Structure Crumbling Without Adam Fox38:00: Goaltending Woes & Jonathan Quick vs. Spencer Martin40:42: Why Rangers Should Trade Artemi Panarin 49:00: GM Chris Drury's Future & Need for a Clear Rebuild Plan51:19: Why Mike Sullivan is the Right Coach Despite the StrugglesSubscribe for more Rangers talk, NHL analysis, and exclusive interviews! Hit the like button if you're a Blueshirts fan, and drop your thoughts in the comments—what should the Rangers do next? #NYRangers #NHL #ArtemiPanarin #ChrisDrury #MikeSullivan #HockeyPodcastForever Blue Shirts: Your source for all things New York Rangers. Check out our stories at foreverblueshirts.com and follow Colin Stephenson on X for daily updates.

Die-hard Rangers fan Ted Kalamaras joins Jim Cerny on Rink Rap Extra to hype the epic January 13, 2026 meet & greet at Mustang Harry's with former Captain Ryan Callahan and "The Warrior" Dan Girardi!Hear the passion, brotherhood, blocked shots, big hits, the heartbreaking trade, and why these two are forever Ranger staples. Plus Q&A laughs, road trip stories, Montreal hot dogs, and Ted's incredible journey turning Rangers fandom into a career.Don't miss this feel-good Rangers nostalgia blast! 🏒❤️💙Tickets & info: mustangharrys.com or nyrfans.com#LGR #NYR #RyanCallahan #DanGirardi #RangersLegendsChapters:00:00 - Intro & Welcome Back to Rink Rap00:15 - Welcoming Ted Kalamaras & Hype for Callahan + Girardi Event00:46 - Ted's Die-Hard Rangers Fandom Since '7301:21 - The Brotherhood of Callahan & Girardi ("Captain & The Warrior")02:10 - Inseparable On & Off the Ice – True Brothers Forever03:07 - Why Callahan & Girardi Are Ranger Staples & Legends03:57 - The Heartbreaking Callahan Trade to Tampa04:46 - Fan Love for Callahan's Heart & Passion05:35 - Event Details: Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026 @ Mustang Harry's (7:30 PM)06:31 - Ticket Tiers Explained (Red vs VIP: Photos, Pucks, Sit-Down Pics, Q&A)07:56 - Q&A Preview – Funny Stories & Brotherhood Vibes08:41 - Classic Q&A Moments (e.g., Mike Keenan Stories)09:30 - Road Trips for Rangers Fans & Surviving the Boston Blowout10:28 - The Magic of Shared Hockey Experiences12:21 - Favorite Road Arenas: Montreal #1 (Crowd, History, Hot Dogs!)13:36 - Chicago & Other Great Buildings15:01 - Montreal Hot Dogs Obsession (Sam Rosen & Don LaGreca Stories)16:22 - Montreal Bucket List Trip Recommendation17:34 - The "Curse" of Ted's Trips & Signings (Trades After Events!)18:38 - Ted's Journey: Turning Rangers Passion into Full-Time Career20:00 - Starting with Retired Legends & Growing to Active Players21:21 - Joy of Seeing Kids Meet Their Idols22:20 - Upcoming Events Recap (Jan 13 Callahan/Girardi + Jan 25 Noah Laba)23:28 - Final Thanks & Ranger Brotherhood Bond

Dive into the New York Rangers' latest ups and downs on this episode. We celebrate the thrill of the Winter Classic and key players stepping up big, but quickly shift to the harsh reality of a frustrating loss to Utah, major injuries to Igor Shesterkin and Adam Fox, and the team's resilience. We debate Jonathan Quick's ability to carry the load at 40, the backup goalie call-up choices, defensive lineup decisions, forward injury timelines for J.T. Miller and Noah Laba, and what makes this season's squad mentally tougher—starting from behind the bench with Coach Mike Sullivan.

We kick off by recapping the Rangers' standout performance in the Winter Classic, where the biggest names delivered in a memorable outdoor win. But the high didn't last—discuss the quick fall back to earth in the disappointing overtime loss to Utah, with key players unable to sustain momentum. Plus, the big injury concerns: Igor Shesterkin's lower-body issue (and the Rangers being cagey on his timeline), Adam Fox's situation, and why it looks like the team dodged the absolute worst-case scenario for Shesterkin so far.

With Igor Shesterkin on IR, all eyes turn to veteran Jonathan Quick—can the 39/40-year-old Cup winner hold the fort and keep New York in the playoff mix during this injury stretch? We break down his recent relief performance and track record. Then, the tough roster decisions: why the Rangers recalled Spencer Martin over promising prospect Dylan Garand as Quick's backup, and the puzzling defensive scratch of Matthew Robertson in favor of Urho Vaakanainen on Monday—analyzing what it means for the blueline depth and lineup strategy.