Blueshirt Banter: for New York Rangers fans
275 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 231 ratingsThe official home for audio programming from Blueshirt Banter, SB Nation's community for fans of the New York Rangers.
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222: Rangers Clean House, Jack Eichel Trade Rumors, and Shayna Goldman Joins
May 14, 2021 10:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike are joined by Shayna Goldman of The Athletic to talk about the Rangers firing of John Davidson, Jeff Gorton, and David Quinn. They also talk about the promotion of Chris Drury, Jack Eichel trade rumors, and where things go next for the Rangers this offseason. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if yo...
221: Is David Quinn The Best Fit for Rangers As a Team Going Forward?
May 04, 2021 04:00 - 55 minutesOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about the Rangers back breaking losses vs. the New York Islanders, David Quinn's job security, and whether or not he's the best fit for the team moving forward. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Follow Tom on Twitter - @TomU...
220: Rangers Sweep Devils, Lose Vs. Islanders, Playoff Hopes Are Fading, The Youth Movement Continues, and More
April 22, 2021 02:00 - 57 minutesOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about the Rangers sweep of the Devils, a tough loss vs. the Islanders, the youth movement continuing with some ELCs, questions about deployment, and more!. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Follow Tom on Twitter - @TomUrtzJr...
219: Rangers Make No Deals at NHL Trade Deadline, the Signing of Zac Jones, the Play of Vitali Kravtsov, and More!
April 16, 2021 10:00 - 53 minutesOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about the Rangers lack of moves at the NHL trade deadline, the signing of Zac Jones, the play of Vitali Kravtsov, and more! Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Follow Tom on Twitter - @TomUrtzJr Follow Mike on Twitter - @DigDe...
218: David Quinn and The Kids
April 08, 2021 03:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about David Quinn and the Kids, development and making the playoffs, Adam Fox for Norris, the Brendan Lemieux trade, and more! Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Follow Tom on Twitter - @TomUrtzJr Follow Mike on Twitter - @Di...
217: Igor Shesterkin is Coming Back, Vitali Kravtsov is Here. Quinn Remains on COVID Protocol, Tim Peel Caught on Hot Mic, And More!
March 25, 2021 10:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about a win over the Buffalo Sabres, Vitali Kravtsov joining the team, the brilliance of Pavel Buchnevich and Adam Fox, Kris Knoblauch, Igor Shesterkin's scheduled return and more. Toward the end of the show they also share some thoughts on Tim Peel and a hot mic. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podc...
216: We Want 10!
March 19, 2021 10:00 - 53 minutesOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about an epic win vs. the Philadelphia Flyers, Vitali Kravtsov, and a few other things. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Follow Tom on Twitter - @TomUrtzJr Follow Mike on Twitter - @DigDeepBSB Follow Blueshirt Banter on Twit...
215: Rangers Beat Sabres, Mika Zibanejad Is Looking Better, Halfway Mark Approaching, Jack Eichel... Again, and More!
March 04, 2021 11:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about a win vs. the Sabres, Mika Zibanejad looking better, the halfway point of the season approaching, Jack Eichel speculation and more. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Follow Tom on Twitter - @TomUrtzJr Follow Mike on Twi...
214: Artemiy Panarin Steps Away from the Team, Catching Up on Things, Jack Eichel, and More!
February 26, 2021 19:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike catch up after being away for a bit. They talk about the Artemiy Panarin situation, the injuries, David Quinn's performance, Jack Eichel and more. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Follow Tom on Twitter - @TomUrtzJr Follow Mike on...
213: Hockey Is Back! Breaking Down First Three Games of The Season
January 21, 2021 11:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk the first three games of the New York Rangers' season. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Follow Tom on Twitter - @TomUrtzJr Follow Mike on Twitter - @DigDeepBSB Follow Blueshirt Banter on Twitter - @BlueshirtBanter Learn more...
212: Prospect Rankings and WJC Review With Adam and Evaluating the Opening Night Roster
January 13, 2021 11:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike are joined by Adam to talk about his 2020 prospect rankings, and the performance of players at the WJC tournament. Next the gang talks about the projected starting lineup, and hopes for the upcoming season. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it i...
211: Rangers Camp Has Started and The Season Is Just Around the Corner
January 05, 2021 14:00 - 41 minutesOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about camp opening up and everything associated with that. It's a shorter episode this week because they also joined Greg and Ryan on The Athletic's Blueshirts Breakaway's podcast which can be found here. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate i...
210: Henrik Lundqvist To Miss 2020-21 Season, Mark Messier Loses Weed Money, & A Conversation with Marisa Ingemi
December 18, 2020 11:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about the news regarding Henrik Lundqvist's heart condition that will cause him to miss the 2020-21 season. They also talk about Mark Messier suing over losing money in a cannabis venture in Canada. Later on, Tom and Mike are joined by the wonderful Marisa Ingemi, a freelancer whose work has appeared in the New York Times, espnW, the Boston Herald, and more. She talks about the Boston Bruins, the Boston Pride, and more. Follow Marisa on Twitter - @Marisa_Ing...
209: Alyssa Turner Joins Show To "Ramble", NHL Hockey on the Horizon, and Other Assorted Nonsense
December 10, 2020 10:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about the NHL's proposed plan to have a 56-game season, and what it means for the Rangers. They also talk about Karl Henriksson and Matthew Robertson leaving WJC camp and the hoopla involving Alexis Lafrenière being "withheld" from Team Canada. Later on, Tom and Mike are joined by the wonderful Alyssa Turner who works in social and digital for the Toronto Six and Metropolitan Riveters of the NWHL. She talks about her work in hockey, growing up a Detroit Red ...
208: NHL Wants More Money From Players, NWHL Announces Lake Placid 'Bubble', Mike & Tom Debate Who Next Captain Should Be
December 02, 2020 11:00 - 58 minutesOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about the NHL wanting more money from the players, the NWHL's plan to resume play in Lake Placid, and debate who the next captain of the Rangers should be and why. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review wherever you get this podcast if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Follow Tom on Twitter - @To...
207: A Conversation With Melissa Burgess, Lady Liberty Jersey Are Back, & Henrik Lundqvist's Post Career Plans
November 18, 2020 11:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike are joined by Melissa Burgess of The Victory Press, SB Nation's Die by the Blade, Canisius College Hockey, and the Buffalo Junior Sabres Youth Hockey Organization to talk about the Buffalo Sabres, the PWHPA, the NWHL, and more. You can follow Melissa on Twitter @_MelissaBurgess After the interview, Tom and Mike talk about the NHL's Reverse Retro jersey reveal, and Henrik Lundqvist's interview with Johan Rylander. Like the show and want to support it? You can su...
206: Rangers Re-Sign Strome & Lemieux, The Return of the Liberty Jersey?, and More!
November 13, 2020 11:00 - 51 minutesOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about the Rangers taking care of their remaining free agent business. They also talk about the potential return of the Lady Liberty jersey, and some other assorted nonsense. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You can also leave a positive review if you like what you hear, and we'd greatly appreciate it if you did. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...
205: A Conversation With Jake Baskin on Doc Emrick's Career, Kravtsov is Back From Injury, And More
October 28, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about Vitali Kravtsov's return to play in the KHL. They are later joined by Jake Baskin to talk about the career of Doc Emrick, and what could be next for the NHL in their TV deal. You can follow Jake on Twitter @jakebaskinpxp After the interview, Tom and Mike talk about a very disturbing story regarding a recently drafted Arizona Coyotes prospect bullying and abusing Isaiah Meyer-Crothers, a child he grew up, with when he was a teenager. Learn more about yo...
204: DeAngelo, Georgiev Re-Sign, & A Conversation with Julie Stewart-Binks
October 23, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourOn this week's episode, Tom and Mike react to the re-signing of Tony DeAngelo and Alexandar Georgiev, and are later joined by Julie Stewart-Binks of fubo Sports for a conversation on sports media, Henrik Lundqvist, the Rangers, and more. Julie Stewart Binks hosts “Drinks with Binks” every Friday at 8pm ET on fubo Sports You can follow Julie on Twitter at @JSB_TV fubo Sports Network is a live, free-to-consumer TV network for passionate sports fans offering event coverage, news, behind-the-scen...
203: Jack Johnson.... Am I Reading This Right?
October 15, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourOn this episode of Bantering the Blueshirts, Tom and Mike react to the surprise signing of Jack Johnson, the departure of Jesper Fast and some of the other depth signings. They reflect on Henrik Lundqvist's time in New York, and talk about the slate of arbitration cases on the schedule for Tony DeAngelo, Ryan Strome, Alexandar Georgiev and Brendan Lemieux. Like the show and want to support it? You can support Bantering the Blueshirts on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/blueshirtbanter You ...
202: The Alexis Lafrenière Era Has Officially Started
October 09, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike are joined by Adam to breakdown the Rangers' performance at the 2020 NHL Draft. The trio also talk briefly about free agency which opens on Friday 10/9. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
201: Jack Eichel Trade Rumors & The Rangers, and Marc Staal Is No Longer A Ranger
September 29, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour*This week's episode was recorded over the phone due to internet mishaps. We apologize for any issues in quality with the recording* This week Tom and Mike talk about Bob McKenzie's Jack Eichel report involving the New York Rangers, and the Marc Staal trade to Detroit among other things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
200: Joe Fortunato Makes His (Temporary) Return to the Podcast
September 16, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourJoe returns to the show, for one-week only, because the Rangers won the draft lottery. They talk about a number of topics including Henrik Lundqvist, Tony DeAngelo, the future of the team, and they answer your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
199: NHL Pauses Playoffs to Protest Racial Injustice, Rangers Hire Jacques Martin, Chris Drury Takes Himself Out of Running for Panthers GM, And More!
September 02, 2020 22:00 - 1 hourTom and Mike open the show talking about the NHL following the lead of other professional sports leagues and postponing games in the wake of the Jacob Blake shooting in Wisconsin. They also talked about the hiring of Jacques Martin, Vitali Kravtsov going back to the KHL, Chris Drury withdrawing from the Florida Panthers GM race, and Henrik Lundqvist returning to New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
198: Rangers Get The Last Laf!
August 11, 2020 01:45 - 1 hourTom and Mike joyfully discuss the Rangers winning the NHL Draft Lottery, and the right to select Alexis Lafrenière first overall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
197: Rangers Hockey Is Back... Next Stop Playoffs!
July 31, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourThe Rangers are back, and after playing a tune up game vs. the New York Islanders are preparing for a best of five series vs. the Carolina Hurricanes. Tom and Mike talk about the exhibition, breakdown the series vs. Carolina, and hit on some other short stories at the end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
196: Shayna Goldman Joins to Talk About Adam Fox's Calder Snub, Artemiy Panarin's Ted Lindsay Nomination, the New CBA, Dogs, And More!
July 16, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourShayna Goldman joins Tom and Mike to talk about Adam Fox getting snubbed for the Calder, Artemiy Panarin's Ted Lindsay nomination, the new CBA, dogs, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
195: Lindy Ruff Is Headed to New Jersey
July 09, 2020 20:00 - 58 minutesTom and Mike talk about Lindy Ruff joining the New Jersey Devils, and some key dates on the NHL's schedule for Return to Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
194: Artemiy Panarin Speaks Out, The Rangers Could Still Pick No. 1, CBA Extension Talk, and More!
July 01, 2020 02:00 - 1 hourOn this episode, Tom and Mike talk about the madness of the NHL Draft Lottery, Artemiy Panarin speaking out, the potential for a CBA extension, Hub cities, Nils Lundkvist staying in Sweden, and other assorted nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
193: Lindy Ruff... Future New Jersey Devils Head Coach? Lias Staying in Sweden, and Other Assorted Nonsense
June 25, 2020 04:00 - 48 minutesOn this episode Tom and Mike talk about Lindy Ruff being a potential candidate for the Devils' head coaching vacancy, Lias Andersson remaining in Sweden, and other assorted nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
192: Rangers FINALLY release a statement, Trophy Watch, Phase 2 begins, and other assorted nonsense
June 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourTom and Mike return after a week away. They talk about what's going on in the world, the Rangers' "statement", some early awards talk, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
191: Playoffs? You kidding me? Playoffs?
May 28, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourTom and Mike break down the latest NHL news regarding the league's Return to Play Plan. They also talk about the draft lottery, and the future of prospects Lias Andersson and Nico Gross. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
190: Underdogs, An NHL Playoff Update, #BanteringPoints, and Akim Aliu's Players Tribune Story
May 21, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourOn this episode Tom and Mike react to Akim Aliu's story in The Players Tribune, they talk about the newest NHL Playoff Update, talk about Underdog Week at SB Nation, and answer your #BanteringPoints Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
189: Rangers Sign Tyler Wall, May 13th and What It Means, Tom and Mike Draft Mighty Ducks, And Other Assorted Nonsense
May 14, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourOn this episode of Bantering the Blueshirts, Tom and Mike talk about the signing of Tyler Wall, the importance of May 13 in Rangers history, draft six-player teams of Mighty Ducks, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
188: Avengers... Assemble!
May 06, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourShayna joins Tom and Mike on the show and talks about Too Many Men's successful flip cup tournament for COVID-19 relief. The group also talks about NHL draft proposals, draft teams using members of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and play a round of FMK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
187: "Everything was going to be fine and great... but then you're not worth the $h!t"
April 28, 2020 01:30 - 1 hourThis week Tom and Mike talk about Lias Andersson opening up about his personal struggles, they talk about the NHL's plan involving four host cities to resume the regular season and playoffs, and they end the show talking about Mats Zuccarello's recent interview on how things ended with the Rangers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
186: Mystery, Alaska is an interesting movie
April 22, 2020 04:00 - 58 minutesTom and Mike watched Mystery, Alaska and talked about it and other assorted nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
185: "Gordon Bombay was a bad hockey coach", D2 Movie Talk & More
April 16, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourOn this episode of Bantering the Blueshirts, Tom and Mike talk about D2 The Mighty Ducks. Mike goes over his notes on the movie and the many plot holes and abnormalities the film contains. Tom and Mike answer user submitted #BanteringPoints including who they'd want to be quarantined with, who has been a good/bad surprise this year, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
184: One Day Hockey Will Truly Be For Everyone, But We Aren't There Yet
April 08, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourDuring this episode Tom and Mike talk about K'Andre Miller being attacked with racial slurs on a Zoom call and talk on why hockey unfortunately isn't for everyone. Afterwards they talk about projects they are working on during the break, and also talk about Pokemon, movies and other assorted nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
183: What's the Deal With Animal Crossing?, Could Mike Richter Become a Hall of Famer, NCAA Hockey Talk, And Other Assorted Nonsense
March 26, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourTom and Mike talked about a lot of different stuff, but most of it was about hockey. Both also talked about how they are passing the time indoors, talked about college hockey prospects like Tyler Wall and Morgan Barron, and reacted to some potential proposals for the NHL playoffs and draft lottery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
182: The New Normal of Hockey Being on Pause, K'Andre Miller Signs, Stanley Cup Hockey in September?, Your Questions & More!
March 18, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourTom and Mike talk about the new normal of hockey, and the rest of the world, being on pause right now. They talk about K'Andre Miller officially turning pro, a proposal that would see the Stanley Cup awarded in September, and answer your Patreon & #BanteringPoints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Off the Post: 3/11/2020
March 11, 2020 04:00 - 58 minutesTom and Mike answer YOUR questions about the New York Rangers in an episode recorded on 3/9/2020! If you have a question you'd like answered next week, mention @BlueshirtBanter on Twitter and use the #BanteringPoints Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
181: Back to the Future, Mika Zibanejad's Five Goal Game, Igor Returns, And Other Assorted Nonsense
March 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hourFor a second straight week, Mike Murphy joins Tom Urtz Jr. to talk about the New York Rangers. They talk about some moves that impact the future of the team, such as the potential of K'Andre Miller turning pro, Mika Zibanejad's five-goal game, Pavel Buchnevich hitting a career high in points, Igor Shesterkin's return, and other assorted nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Off the Post: 3/4/2020
March 04, 2020 05:00 - 37 minutesTom and Mike answer YOUR questions about the New York Rangers in an episode recorded on 3/2/2020! If you have a question you'd like answered next week, mention @BlueshirtBanter on Twitter and use the #BanteringPoints Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
180: Mike Is Back! Chris Kreider Breaks His Foot, Rangers Drop Two to Flyers, How Many Pillows Do You Use? And More!
March 03, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourMike makes his awaited return to the podcast, and him and Tom talk about Chris Kreider's broken foot, Mike gives his thoughts on the trade deadline, they talk about how many pillows are too many, two losses to the Flyers, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
179: Skjei It Ain't So - A Post Trade Deadline Mega Show with Adam & Shayna
February 25, 2020 02:00 - 1 hourThis week Tom is joined by Adam, and the person who broke the Brady Skjei trade, Shayna Goldman. They talk about the trade, the re-signing of Chris Kreider, the accident involving Igor Shesterkin & Pavel Buchnevich and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
178: The NHL Trade Deadline Is Almost Here, the Gauthier/Keane Trade, Where Rangers Stand Ahead of Deadline, & Answer Your Questions
February 20, 2020 05:00 - 54 minutesTom is joined by Adam Herman this week to talk about the Julien Gauthier trade, where the Rangers stand ahead of the trade deadline, and they answer your #BanteringPoints and Patreon questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Off the Post: 2/13/2020
February 13, 2020 05:00 - 38 minutesTom and Shayna answer YOUR questions about the New York Rangers in an episode recorded on 2/11/2020! If you have a question you'd like answered next week, mention @BlueshirtBanter on Twitter and use the #BanteringPoints Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
177: The Rangers Have A Chris Kreider Dilemma, Igor Shesterkin Takes Over In Goal, Playing Trade Deadline Matchmaker & More!
February 12, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourThis week Shayna Goldman joins Tom on the show to talk about the Rangers' Chris Kreider dilemma. They also talk about the Jason Zucker trade and how it does/doesn't impact the Rangers, Igor Shesterkin taking over in goal, and play trade deadline matchmaker with some realistic/fun deals involving the Rangers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Off the Post: 2/6/2020
February 06, 2020 05:00 - 58 minutesMike and Tom answer YOUR questions about the New York Rangers in an episode recorded on 2/4/2020! If you have a question you'd like answered next week, mention @BlueshirtBanter on Twitter and use the #BanteringPoints Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices