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Ice Cold Takes: A New York Sports Podcast

189 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago -

Originally started by two college friends in August 2020, Ice Cold Takes: A New York Rangers Hockey Podcast, now known as Ice Cold Takes: A New York Sports Podcast, features the sports conversations you would have with your friends, family, and people you meet at the bar. Joey DiMeglio hosts the show, welcoming all guests, including players, writers, analysts, and even Twitter personalities, to talk Rangers hockey and Mets baseball and make bold, but spot-on takes that are chilled to the bone! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

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Episodes

Episode 186: Presidents' Trophy ft. Don La Greca

April 20, 2024 14:54 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

Don La Greca, the backup radio play-by-play voice of the Rangers, joins to dissect the Rangers' record-setting regular season and preview the first-round matchup against the Washington Capitals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 185: The Rangers-Islanders Rivalry

April 13, 2024 21:46 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MB

The Rangers and Islanders played two spirited contests this week, Filip Chytil surprisingly came back to practice on Friday, and questions were raised about the Rangers 5v5 play. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 184: Featuring Anna Dua

April 06, 2024 15:13 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

Anna Dua, a reporter for the NHL, joins to talk about the big line brawl on Wednesday and her thoughts on the Rangers heading into the playoffs. Plus, Joey rants about how his competition career mirrored the Rangers' championship window from 2012-2017. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 183: Rangers Clinch Playoffs

March 30, 2024 15:28 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Nick joined to talk about the Rangers clinching a playoff spot, winning against top ten teams, and even strength stats. Plus, we talked about Opening Day for the Mets and the situation between Jeff McNeil and Rhys Hoskins. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 182: Are the Rangers Good Enough?

March 23, 2024 15:53 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Matt from Rangers Central joined this week to talk about the Rangers' impressive run of four wins in five games last week and a big win over Boston on Thursday. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 181: Rempsanity

March 16, 2024 11:50 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Matthew Mugno from PuckTalkCS joined to talk about Rempe's suspension and how the Rangers are looking after the deadline. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 180: Trade Deadline Recap

March 09, 2024 16:11 - 1 hour - 110 MB

Evan from Rangers Central joins to break down the Trade Deadline, including the moves the Rangers did and did not make. Are the Rangers good enough to win the Stanley Cup? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 179: Recapping the Stadium Series

February 24, 2024 16:54 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Joey talks about his experience at the Stadium Series. Plus, a look at Jonny Brodzinski's new contract and this week's games against the Stars and Devils. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 178: Previewing the Stadium Series

February 17, 2024 17:23 - 1 hour - 67.2 MB

Joey, Nick, Evan, Matt, and Joe recorded the first-ever in-person episode of the podcast. The boys talked about Blake Wheeler's season-ending injury, the trade deadline and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 177: Featuring Anthony Pucik

February 10, 2024 16:12 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

Anthony Pucik from 98.7 ESPN New York joins to talk about the Rangers' approach to the deadline, the goalie situation, and if the Rangers are back to themselves. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 176: NYR Grades at All-Star Break

February 03, 2024 19:53 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

Joey hands out grades for the Rangers at the break, plus looks at what players are available at the deadline. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 175: Can the Rangers Snap Out of It?

January 27, 2024 19:07 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

Corey Sznajder is this week's guest and he joins to break down the Rangers micro stats this season, including a look at Mika Zibanejad, Will Cuylle, Kaapo Kakko, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 174: Kakko's Return to the Lineup

January 20, 2024 16:57 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB

Drew Way joins to give a rundown of the 2024 NHL Draft, Kaapo Kakko's return, and Alexis Lafrenière's career year. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 173: Adversity Strikes the Rangers

January 13, 2024 16:50 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Joey does a solo episode this week and talks about the Rangers' struggles during their first three-game losing streak of the season. Plus, a look ahead to the trade deadline and potential trades Chris Drury might make. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 172: Brennan Othmann Called Up

January 06, 2024 16:53 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

Stat Boy Steven joins to give his thoughts on top prospect Brennan Othmann getting called up for Thursday's game against the Blackhawks. Plus, a look at Gabriel Perreault and other Rangers prospects in the WJC. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 171: Featuring Matthew Mugno

December 30, 2023 16:03 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Matthew Mugno, who covers the Rangers for The Hockey News, joins to give insight on top prospect Gabriel Perreault, as well as his thoughts on the great chemistry between Artemi Panarin and Alexis Lafrenière. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 170: Featuring Mike Kelly

December 23, 2023 16:25 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

NHL Network analyst Mike Kelly joins to talk about Sportlogiq and analytics in the NHL. Plus, a look at the offensive and defensive numbers for the Rangers lately. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 169: Who is the Weakest Link on the Rangers?

December 16, 2023 20:58 - 1 hour - 67.3 MB

Nick and Evan join to talk about Adam Edstrom's debut, concerns with the team and Igor Shesterkin, and Chris Kreider's record-setting night on Friday. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 168: Are the Rangers Struggling?

December 10, 2023 03:32 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

The Rangers have hit their first road bump of the season. Joey rides solo for this short episode and talks about the defensive issues. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 167: Injury Bug Strikes Again

December 02, 2023 15:45 - 1 hour - 143 MB

Nick and Joey talk about Kaapo Kakko's injury, Adam Fox's return, and what the Rangers need to add at the deadline. Plus, Evan joins midway through to argue about Mika Zibanejad. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 166: Featuring Mollie Walker

November 25, 2023 17:27 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MB

Mollie Walker from the New York Post joined the show to recap the victory over the Devils and the loss to the Stars. Plus, injury updates on Adam Fox and Filip Chytil. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 165: A Hot Baguette

November 18, 2023 20:24 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MB

Bill Pidto returns to the show to discuss Artemi Panarin and Alexis Lafrenière's chemistry and give his thoughts on Peter Laviolette. Plus, a chilly Ice Cold Take from Bill that you won't want to miss! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 164: Featuring Dan Rosen

November 11, 2023 15:41 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

Dan Rosen, Senior Writer for NHL.com, joined the show to talk about how he first started covering hockey, his thoughts on the Rangers this season, and how they can improve at even strength. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 163: Fox to LTIR

November 04, 2023 23:42 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

Joey rides solo for this episode and rambles about the perfect road trip, stepping foot on MSG ice, and complains about the Rangers' 5v5 offense. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 162: Chytil on a Heater

October 28, 2023 14:23 - 1 hour - 67.8 MB

Filip Chytil has gotten off to a great start this season, as the Rangers continue their Western Canada road trip. Stat Boy Steven joins to talk about him, Blake Wheeler, and gives an update on Rangers prospects. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 161: The Home Opener

October 21, 2023 15:51 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

Loyal listener of the show Michael Musto joined to talk about the home opener and the Thursday night loss to the Predators. Spoiler: many references were made to The Other Guys in this episode, so watch that movie before you listen to this. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 160: Back in the New York Groove

October 14, 2023 15:01 - 1 hour - 105 MB

The Rangers opened their season with a 5-1 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday under new head coach Peter Laviolette. Cjeths and Python joined to discuss their first impressions. Also, the podcast goes on a complete tangent to talk about the Mets, NHL 24, and old YouTube videos. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 159: Laf-ing Through Preseason

October 07, 2023 15:45 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

Preseason is done with the Rangers having gone 1-5, but there was concern amongst the fan base about Alexis Lafrenière. Colin Stephenson joined to talk about it this week. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 158: Rangers Open Preseason

September 30, 2023 15:16 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

Jonny Lazarus joins the show again to talk about the start of preseason for the Rangers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 157: Training Camp is Underway

September 23, 2023 17:50 - 1 hour - 69.6 MB

Jacob Berkowitz from the Ranting Rangers Podcast joins to talk about Lafrenière playing on the right wing at training camp, Laviolette's coaching style, and if the Rangers are true Cup contenders as of right now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 156: Rookie Camp Begins

September 16, 2023 15:49 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MB

Stat Boy Steven joins Joey to talk about the top prospects at rookie camp this week. Plus, a discussion on whether Brennan Othmann can make the team out of preseason. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 155: Ice Cold Takes is Back!

September 09, 2023 21:06 - 59 minutes - 54 MB

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Episode 154: NYR Free Agent Frenzy

July 08, 2023 15:38 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MB

Drew Way joins the show to talk about Gabriel Perreault, selected 23rd overall in the draft by the Rangers. Plus, we talk about all of the signings made by Chris Drury on the first day of free agency from last week. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 153: Assessing the Rangers Cap Situation ft. HockeyStatMiner

July 01, 2023 13:37 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

With the limited cap space the Rangers have, they can only make a handful of additions to next season's roster, and HockeyStatMiner returns to break it all down. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 152: Coaching Staff Filled Out; Mets Still Suck

June 24, 2023 14:16 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB

Nick Rose, aka Cjeths, joins again to talk about Peter Laviolette's introductory press conference on Tuesday, as well as the additions made to the Rangers coaching staff. Plus, Nick explains Baseball Savant pages to Joey and why the Mets are still struggling right now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 151: Peter Laviolette Hired

June 17, 2023 13:03 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MB

Rangers Newsday beat reporter Colin Stephenson joins to talk about the Peter Laviolette hiring, how he'll change the offensive system, and what players fit best in the new system. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 150: Featuring Dave Jackson

June 10, 2023 15:40 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MB

Dave Jackson, a former NHL referee and current rules analyst for ESPN, joins to give his thoughts on the officiating in the playoffs, physicality in today's game, and discrepancies with rules such as goaltender interference and the distinct kicking motion. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 149: Laviolette? Hynes?

June 03, 2023 15:44 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB

Will Cohen, the host of the new Blueshirt Blueprint Podcast, joins to talk about this week's rumors of Peter Laviolette and John Hynes as potential coaches for the Rangers. Plus, the boys talk about Gary Sanchez's short tenure with the Mets and other baseball news. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 148: New York Mets Episode?

May 27, 2023 17:11 - 1 hour - 82.7 MB

While there was little news on the Rangers' front this week, Cjeths and Python joined Joey, and the boys somehow managed to talk about the Rangers for almost an hour. Then, the boys talked about the Mets' recent five-game winning streak and Pete Alonso dropping the f-bomb on live TV. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 147: Featuring Jon MacWilliams

May 20, 2023 14:31 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MB

Power skating coach and fellow Olde City Sports Network member Jon MacWilliams joins to give his thoughts on Alexis Lafrenière and the coaching situation for the Rangers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 146: Gallant Out; Who Replaces?

May 13, 2023 14:14 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

Nick Zararis joins to talk about the Rangers moving on from Gerard Gallant and the replacement options that will be available. Plus, an assessment of the Rangers' tight salary cap situation as they head into the offseason. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 145: Rangers Season Recap

May 06, 2023 16:07 - 1 hour - 69.8 MB

Johnluke Chaparro from Blue Seat Blogs joins to talk about the disappointing first-round loss to the Devils, moves the Rangers need to make for next season, and if Gerard Gallant is once again on the hot seat. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 144: Featuring Ryan Callahan

April 29, 2023 15:34 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

Former Rangers captain Ryan Callahan joins the show to talk about his hockey career, working at ESPN, and shares some stories about John Tortorella. Plus, Callahan shares his thoughts on the Rangers vs. Devils playoffs series, with the Rangers facing elimination in Game 6 tonight. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 143: Round 1 - Games 1 and 2 Recap

April 22, 2023 14:55 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Cjeths and Core Python team up with Joey to recap Games 1 and 2 of the Rangers vs. Devils first-round series. The boys also look ahead to Game 3, interact with the YouTube chat, and talk about what the Rangers need to do to close out this series. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 142: Final Regular Season Assessment for Rangers

April 15, 2023 13:46 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MB

Natalina Focarelli joins to talk about the team awards and give final grades for the regular season. Plus, a look ahead to the Rangers' first round matchup with the Devils. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 141: Boys to Men

April 08, 2023 15:42 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB

Cjeths joins to talk with Joey about the Kid Line's hot streak, Filip Chytil's new contract extension and the playoffs. Plus, the boys give their thoughts about the pitch clock in the MLB and the start to the season for the New York Mets. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 140: Gearing Up for the Postseason

April 01, 2023 15:50 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

Joey was joined this week by Annora Alfonso, who has previously run the Instagram page for the Anaheim Ducks, to talk about the Rangers vs. Devils game on Thursday. Plus, Joey tells some stories from his trip to Florida a couple of weeks ago. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 139: Featuring Avery Zaretsky

March 25, 2023 15:39 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

Avery Zaretsky, who covered the Rangers for Barstool Sports, joins to talk about the upcoming stretch of games for the Rangers and if they can make a push for the second seed in the Metropolitan Division. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 138: Rangers Clicking at the Right Time

March 20, 2023 02:52 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MB

Joey returns from his Florida trip and talks about his observations during the Rangers' hot streak, including the stellar play of Mika Zibanejad, Chris Kreider, Artemi Panarin and others. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support

Episode 137: Featuring Colin Stephenson

March 11, 2023 14:49 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MB

Rangers beat reporter Colin Stephenson joins to talk about his observations from practice on Tuesday before the game against the Canadiens on Thursday. We talked about the new power play lines, the even strength lines and if Gerard Gallant will be more patient before making any changes now that Patrick Kane is on the team. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/icecoldtakes/support