Kaapo Kakko trade interrupts the latest Rangers beat reporter roundtrip

Episode 170 of the "New Ice City" podcast dives into the latest drama surrounding the New York Rangers, who have lost 11 of their last 14 games in their ongoing tailpin. Host Vincent Mercogliano is joined by fellow beat reporters Peter Baugh (The Athletic), Colin Stephenson (Newsday) and Mollie Wal…

Jacob Trouba has been traded but the Rangers still have moves to make, featuring Emily Kaplan

Episode 169 of the "New Ice City" podcast tries to make sense of a crazy week for the New York Rangers, which featured captain Jacob Trouba getting traded to the Anaheim Ducks, Igor Shesterkin signing a record-breaking extension and losses continuing to pile up. Plus, Emily Kaplan of ESPN joins the…

A season on the brink: Reacting to NY Rangers turmoil, Chris Drury's trade memo and more

Episode 168 of the "New Ice City" podcast reacts to the turmoil surrounding the New York Rangers, who have lost six out of their last seven games and seem to be falling apart at the seams. Host Vincent Mercogliano reveals what he's hearing and his own analysis regarding team president Chris Drury's…

NY Rangers beat reporter roundtable: Blueshirts pick up steam in Canada

Episode 167 of the "New Ice City" podcast features a group discussion with New York Rangers beat reporters Vincent Mercogliano (lohud.com/USA TODAY), Peter Baugh (The Athletic), Colin Stephenson (Newsday) and Mollie Walker (NY Post) as they make their way through western Canada. Plus, a deeper look…

Mika Zibanejad becomes center of attention as Rangers issues mount

Episode 166 of the "New Ice City" podcast peels back the layers of a tough start to the season for Rangers center Mika Zibanejad and mounting criticism from the fan base. Plus, Jonny Lazarus of the Daily Faceoff joins the show to break down the Blueshirts' issues during their recent rough patch and…

Analyzing NY Rangers' lineup changes and reliance on Igor Shesterkin, featuring Mike Rupp

Episode 165 of the "New Ice City" podcast analyzes the recent play of the New York Rangers and slew of ensuing lineup changes from head coach Peter Laviolette. Plus, former Blueshirt and current NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp joins the show to explain his position on Igor Shesterkin's contract negot…

Have recent losses exposed NY Rangers' flaws?

Episode 164 of the "New Ice City" podcast reacts to the New York Rangers losing two of their last three games while addressing the issues that have bubbled to the surface during that span. Plus, host Vincent Mercogliano discusses Peter Laviolette's decision to run it back with the same lineup and a…

NY Rangers' pour in goals to begin new season, but will it continue against the defending Stanley Cup champs?

Episode 163 of the "New Ice City" podcast examines a red-hot start for the 5-0-1 New York Rangers, who have featured the NHL's most productive offensive attack to begin the 2024-25 season. Plus, George Richards of Florida Hockey Now joins the show to preview Thursday's Eastern Conference Final rema…

NY Rangers early season mailbag: Victor Mancini, Matt Rempe, Mika Zibanejad and more!

Episode 162 of the "New Ice City" podcast opens up the mailbag to answer fans questions regarding the first week of the New York Rangers' season. Host Vincent Mercogliano analyzes each of the first three games, plus Kaapo Kakko, Victor Mancini, Matt Rempe, Igor Shesterkin, Mika Zibanejad, five-on-f…

NY Rangers prepare to open a new NHL season as Igor Shesterkin contract negotiations stall

Episode 161 of the "New Ice City" podcast reveals why Igor Shesterkin turned down an offer that would have made him the NHL's highest-paid goalie while looking ahead to the start of the Rangers' new season. Plus, Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the show to preview the Blueshirts' s…