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2 Guys 1 Cup

93 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 78 ratings

A New York Rangers Podcast by 2 die-hard fans Shawn Stein and Jonathan "Roc" Papadimitrios. We aim to bring you insightful guests, information, and offer our opinions on the Rangers.

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Episodes

Episode 91- LTIR

November 29, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 77.1 MB

A week of highs and lows comes to an end. With impressive back to back wins over Philly and Boston, the Rangers came home and lost to Buffalo, while also losing  Kakko for the foreseeable future.  

Episode 90- They All Even Out

November 23, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 80.2 MB

Season 3 Thanksgiving Episode! Recorded right after the Rangers 1-0 shutout win over Pittsburgh, we talk about the past week, standings, potential deadline moves.  What is the best Christmas movie ever? Is Die Hard a Christmas movie?

Episode 89

November 15, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MB

With the Rangers sitting at 11-2-1, Shawn and Roc break down the last 2 weeks of games, talk about the HOF induction for Hank, Vernon, Barrasso and Turgeon, how Lavy's system has been the key to success, injuries and much more! 

Episode 88-

October 18, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MB

After the Rangers took care of Arizona 2-1 in the home opener, Shawn and Roc are back to talk about the first 3 games. 

Episode 87- Spooky Season Is Among Us

October 09, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MB

Pre season is over, camp is over, the roster has been set and it seems the lines have as well...for now.  Some talk on how the pandemic may have clouded national judgement on Laf at the draft, a very heated argument on the roster construction and Chris "Zoom Zoom" Drury's offseason. And who knew we would finish the show talking about 90's video games.

Episode 85- Back From Summer Break

September 27, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MB

Shawn and Roc are back after taking the summer off!!  Plenty of catching up on the state of the Rangers and the NHL, as Shawn's "Summer of Aaron" has come to an early end. Recorded week of 9/18

Episode 86- Pre Season Has Begun

September 27, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

Recorded 9/25-  1 Pre Season game in, and we finally have Rangers hockey to talk about! Injuries, theory on Jim Ramsay's dismissal, possible combo's, and thoughts on camp.

Episode 84- And On This Day Roc Said...

July 27, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

Its officially the dog days of summer, and with no real current Ranger news to speak of, the Shawn and Roc dove headfirst into tv shows and movies, before discussing some 2000's ranger teams, bad contracts, the Sather regime and much more. 

Episode 83- Summer Special

July 13, 2023 04:00 - 2 hours - 86.9 MB

With Rocky Margarita on vacation this week, Shawn is joined by special guest and Rangers season ticket holder since 1977, Jeff Fortgang. We touched on the K'Andre Miller signing and some current topics, but mostly got to hear stories about the old MSG crowd, stories of Jeffs interactions with players, front office and ownership. Plenty of Sather and Torts dirt on this one!

Episode 82-

July 06, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MB

Post Draft and Free Agency Recap Show.  We briefly get into Gabriel Perrault as a prospect, the signings of Blake Wheeler, Nick Bonino and several others. Where do the Rangers sit cap wise? What kind of deal will Lafreniere and Miller sign?  Will Lafreniere improve? It is July, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding this team. 

Episode 81- Guest: Steve Kournianos

June 28, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 78.5 MB

We are grateful to be joined by The Draft Analyst himself, Steve Kournianos! We dive right into Connor Bedard, Rangers targets at 23, Steve's take on where the Rangers are at and what needs to be addressed during this offseason. 

Episode 80- No Excuses In New York

June 21, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

The Rangers have officially announced Peter Laviolette as their new Head Coach. Shawn and Roc give their thoughts on the hire, status on the roster, and what we think this summer will yield!

Episode 79- Don't Pass the Hynes

June 01, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 67 MB

Expecting Peter Laviolette to be named the Head Coach today or in the coming days took a swift turn with news of the Rangers seeking permission to interview John Hynes, formerly of the Preds and Devils. We dive into Hynes, where this coaching search is at, Drury and his tenure so far, and a high level preview of the draft. 

Episode 78- We Need Pricks

May 25, 2023 05:00 - 2 hours - 82.7 MB

The first episode of season 3. While all is quiet in Rangerstown, Shawn and Roc discuss the coaching vacancy, pay tribute to Tina Turner, discuss the cap and what the team needs to add next season... pricks

Episode 77- Tying Bows

May 09, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MB

A week after the post mortem, the Rangers have "parted ways" with head coach Gerard Gallant. Where does this franchise go from here? Shawn and Roc are back to give their opinions on the next coach, what we could be in line for this off season, addressing the ridiculous trade notions for the kids and much more. #NYR

Episode 76- Killing Time

April 04, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MB

After several lackluster starts, the Rangers beat the Caps convincingly yesterday. The re-emergence of the kid line sparks conversation, will Patrick Kane find his game in the playoffs, and should the Rangers have a Ring of Honor.

Episode 75

March 28, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 67.7 MB

After splitting the 2 games vs Carolina and another comeback win over Florida, the Rangers still sit in 3rd place. Shawn and Roc really just dive into an open conversation about the franchise as a whole rather than breakdown the week that was. Its a different show, and one we hope you find interesting!

Episode 74

March 21, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MB

Shawn and Roc return after a 2 week break to discuss the recent surge. The Rangers have currently scored 15 straight goals, as their offense is clicking on all cylinders. 

Episode 73- Showtime

February 28, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MB

While the trade deadline is Friday, it looks like Showtime (Patrick Kane) will be traded to the Rangers on wednesday! We break down the week that was, quell some over reactions and some concerns, where will Kane fit in, what have we seen from Tarasenko so far, and much more!

Episode 72- Return of The Motte

February 20, 2023 05:00 - 2 hours - 87.2 MB

Welcome back to NY Tyler Motte. Coming off a nice 3-0-1 road trip, the Rangers bring back a key depth piece from their playoff run last year. We break down this trade and how it will affect their ability to make any further moves. Plus which Rangers team had more talent '23 or '94? Looking back on trade deadlines past.

Episode 71- Welcome To The Tarasenk-show

February 14, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

***Join Our Facebook Group for Free Bonus Content** https://www.facebook.com/groups/228102235825482 Shawn and Roc are back to our regular day after a quick show on Facebook Live following the Tarasenko trade on thursday.  The big topic today was talking about the National Hockey Media has jumped on the Rangers bandwagon.  Will this Kravtsov situation finally come to a head? What will the Rangers do with their final 1.6mil in accrued cap space before March 3?

Episode 70- The Run Starts Now

February 08, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MB

Coming out of the 10 day Bye/All Star break, the Rangers start the 2nd half with a thrilling OT victory over the Calgary Flames. Shawn and Roc dive into the Calgary game, trade deadline, the skyrocketing value of Chytil, and much more!

Episode 69- All Star Break

January 31, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

We have arrived at the unofficial belated halfway mark of the season with the Rangers in 3rd place in the Metro. Shawn and Roc give some thoughts on where the team is at the halfway mark and what changes should be made at the deadline. Ben Harpur signing and what other depth signings should Drury explore.

Episode 68- Jagr Salute

January 11, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 79.2 MB

Following a 4-3 Rangers win in the shootout over the Wild, Shawn and Roc break down the game to start. K'Andre Miller's goal sparked a deep dive into what he could warrant this offseason, and do the Rangers have the cap room?  Better trade deadline target: Kane or Tarasenko? Curious how bad the late 90's early 2000's drafts were? Igor vs. Hank gets put to bed.

Episode 67- Fade The Noise

January 03, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 52 MB

Shawn and Roc are back to give their thoughts on the past 3 games (Wash, TB, FLA), dispel the nonsensical social media clickbait created noise about a Lafreniere trade, Gerard Gallants constant line shuffling, and much more!

Episode 66- Through the Gauntlet

December 27, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MB

After a 2 week holiday break, the boys are back to discuss the last 8 games in which the Rangers went on a 7-1 run and find themselves right back in the playoff race. We discuss Sammy Blais' situation and role for the rest of the year, some trade targets for the 3rd pairing, and are we 100% certain K'Andre Miller can be re-signed?

Episode 65- Rangers/ Blues Postgame

December 06, 2022 05:00 - 2 hours - 90.4 MB

Following the Rangers first 3rd period comeback win of the year, Shawn and Roc debate whether this win will carry over to Vegas on Wednesday, Gallants new line combo's, where does Chytil fit when he returns from injury, and who is your favorite #16?

Episode 64- Mono or Just Bored?

November 28, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

Coming off a putrid loss to the Edmonton Oilers, Shawn and Roc talk about the week that was. Is Gerard Gallant on the hot seat? The line shuffling, handling of Vitali Kravtsov, and lackluster 3rd periods. 

Episode 63- When The Lights Go Down In The City

November 16, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MB

Roc is alive and doing well after his amazing post game rant earlier in the week. Back to talk Rangers hockey, we get into the state of where the team is at, the lack of depth scoring, is Ryan Reeves going to be moved or waived, the bright spot that is Adam Fox, and a look back at our old friend Rabbit Ears Quinn

Episode 62- Shake It Up

November 08, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

Coming off a disappointing week where the Rangers went 1-1-1, Shawn and Roc discuss the new lines, Chris Kreiders' start to the season, is Gallant panicking after 13 games? 

Episode 61- The Devil Has Come To Collect

October 31, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

Following a 3-2 Rangers victory at the University of Arizona, Shawn and Roc discuss the week that was. Shesty off to a 5-0-2 start, Kravtsov injured...again, the power play and some late round draft picks

Episode 60- Quick Start

October 18, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MB

The Rangers are off to a 3-1 start to the 22-23 season. Shawn and Roc break down the first 4 games, what they've seen out of Lafreniere and Kakko in the top 6, the 3rd pairing, Vincent Trocheck's start to the season and seeing some old friends from Anaheim. 

Episode 59- With Special Guest: Steve Kournianos

October 05, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 73.4 MB

Steve Kournianos, @TheDraftAnalyst , joins the show to talk rangers and their pipeline. 

Episode 58- Preseason Post Game

September 28, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

Following the Rangers 3-2 OT loss to the Bruins, Shawn and Roc discuss the early parts of the preseason, the return of Jimmy Vesey,  K'Andre Millers ascent to being a top D in the league, will Ryan Reeves make the opening night lineup, and the NHL breaking news about the salary cap over the next 5 years.

Episode 57- This Is It

September 22, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 80.2 MB

The time has come to start expecting the New York Rangers to WIN Lord Stanley, and not just accept getting close. Shawn and Roc get into why 2022-2023 is the year. We talk about the Nils Lundkvist trade, the contracts being given out around the league, how the Metro should start to take shape over the next 3 years, Vesey vs Hunt for a roster spot. Finally New York Rangers hockey to talk about leading up to day 1 of training camp.

Episode 56- A New Hope

September 14, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 78.2 MB

Back after a 5 week break, we catch up on the month that was. Rookie camp roster, Nils Lundkvist situation, roster construction and of course the cap situation moving forward.

Episode 56- A New Hope

September 14, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 78.2 MB

Back after a 5 week break, we catch up on the month that was. Rookie camp roster, Nils Lundkvist situation, roster construction and of course the cap situation moving forward.

Episode 55- Summer Crickets

August 03, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

It's Aug 2, and there is absolutely nothing going on in Rangers news, but that doesn't stop us from finding a ton to talk about. We go over the Tony DeAngelo interview on the Cam and Strick podcast, and a big discussion on where the responsibility lies for player development across NHL organizations. 

Episode Studio 54 Show

July 19, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

Without much Rangers news Shawn and Roc touch on what's going on around the NHL, the crazy amount of name free agents still on the market, and are we done? Roc also channels his inner "Uncle Alfresco" in describing his feelings towards the Trocheck signing.

Episode 53- Free Agent Frenzy

July 13, 2022 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Shawn and Roc discuss the days events, Vincent Trocheck, Halak, Domingue signings, what that means for the cap moving forward, where did Copp, Vatrano, and Motte end up, and finally the Patrik Nemeth trade!

Episode 52- Special Guest: Sal Licata

July 06, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 75.5 MB

The boys are joined by WFAN radio host Sal Licata for the first 30 minutes to talk about the Rangers and some cool WFAN stories. We also dive into Free Agency, discuss Ryan McDonagh being traded to Nashville, buyouts and more!

Episode 51- Opportunity Knocks

June 30, 2022 03:00 - 2 hours - 90.6 MB

We are please to be joined by special guest Sean McCaffrey, author of New York Rangers Rink of Honor and the Rafters of Madison Square Garden.  We first address the Pierre-Luc Dubois rumors and our takes. A preview of Sean's book and his upcoming work on EVERY trade ever made by the Rangers, some really amazing information he has uncovered. Filip Chytil's time is now, and why he should or shouldn't be the 2nd line center in 22-23. 

Episode 50- Off Season Preview

June 22, 2022 04:00 - 2 hours - 95.9 MB

Now that the dust has settled on the Rangers season, Shawn and Roc debate where the Rangers will focus their attention this off season. Who will be the 2C? Will the JT Miller and Mark Scheifele rumors heat up again? Igor wins the Vezina. What will the 3rd pair D look like?

Episode 49- Year 1 In The Books!

June 15, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

First Roc and Shawn would like to thank our loyal listeners for a great year 1 of the podcast. It was sad to see the Rangers season end on Saturday night, but there is huge optimism moving forward. We both reflect on the year that was and what we hope to see for 22-23! #LGR

Episode 48- The Storm Has Dissipated

June 01, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MB

The Rangers come back from being down 2-0 in the series to win a decisive 7th game in Carolina 6-2.  It is on to Tampa! Shawn and Roc break down the series and what to expect in the ECF. LGR!! #NYR

Episode 48- The Storm Has Dissipated

June 01, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MB

The Rangers come back from being down 2-0 in the series to win a decisive 7th game in Carolina 6-2.  It is on to Tampa! Shawn and Roc break down the series and what to expect in the ECF. LGR!! #NYR

Episode 47- Game 3 Postgame

May 23, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 61 MB

After a 3-1 Rangers win in game 3, we discuss where this team is at in the Carolina Series, some player eye test report cards, and what would be a show of ours without comparing this team to a Rangers playoff team of the past! #NYR

Episode 46- Bring on the Canes!

May 17, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

After a thrilling Game 7 series win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Rangers look forward to a battle against Carolina. We go over our views on the Pittsburgh series, the media and public views, and what to expect moving forward to round 2! #NYR

Episode 45- It Dont Come Easy

May 10, 2022 20:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

After a disappointing game 4 loss, the Rangers face an uphill battle to get back in the series. There really isn't much more to say, give it a listen and commiserate.

Episode 44- Game 2 Preview

May 05, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

After a 4-3 defeat in 3OT in game 1, we give our takes on what went wrong, but also touch on the positives that came out of the game, and what the Rangers need to do to win game 2 and get back in the series.