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You want to talk Rangers? How about the Devils? Wonder how things are going with the Islanders? Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp and Arthur Staple have you covered! Every Tuesday and Friday, Jonny (New York Rangers), Rupper (New Jersey Devils) and Arthur (New York Islanders) go around the Tri-State area to break down all the news, notes and major talking points surrounding each club. Expect some health debate, favouritism and a call-in line (for the fans)!
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- Today48 min
Episode 61: Rangers Rolling & Islanders Dominate Devils
The guys begin with an all-time voicemail from an Islanders fan before diving into another dominant Islanders performance against the Devils. They discuss what has made the Islanders so difficult for New Jersey to handle, Victor Eklund’s impressive start, the Islanders’ young core, Simon Holmstrom’s future and whether the Devils have enough of a “B game” when their skill isn’t clicking.Then it’s over to the Rangers, who have quickly created a completely different feeling around Madison Square Garden. Jonny, Rupper and Arthur discuss Igor Shesterkin’s incredible opening week, the Rangers winning back their home crowd, improved depth throughout the lineup, Dylan Garand stepping up, the impact of the Rangers’ new additions and why this group already feels more complete than last season.Plus, they discuss Matthew Robertson hitting waivers, possible Rangers call-ups, Alexis Lafrenière’s encouraging all-around game and look ahead to another huge Rangers-Islanders matchup at Madison Square Garden.0:00 Intro + an incredible Islanders fan voicemail1:56 Jonny’s Rangers home opener story3:25 Islanders dominate the Devils again6:38 Are the Devils still an elite team?7:40 Do the Devils have a “B game”?10:55 Concerns about New Jersey’s goaltending14:47 Anthony Mantha’s fit with the Devils16:23 Luke Hughes and the Devils power play17:49 Victor Eklund is forcing the Islanders’ hand20:37 The Islanders’ young core is taking shape22:55 When should the Islanders extend Simon Holmstrom?26:56 Rangers are rolling to start the season27:40 What’s different about this Rangers team?30:37 Rangers depth is making a huge difference33:31 Rangers fans are buying back in35:23 Igor Shesterkin has changed the energy at MSG37:17 How Shesterkin’s goal impacted the Rangers40:05 Dylan Garand steps up with a shutout42:31 Matthew Robertson hits waivers43:53 Who could the Rangers call up?44:26 Alexis Lafrenière’s encouraging start46:39 Rangers-Islanders preview + best bet47:58 Final thoughtsPresented by bet365 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 days ago46 min
Episode 60: Islanders Concerns, Rangers Trade Talk & Devils Predictions
The NHL season is underway, and Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp and Arthur Staple are back for Episode 60 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast to react to the first games for the New York Islanders and New York Rangers while looking ahead to the New Jersey Devils’ season opener. The guys break down the Islanders’ frustrating loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, their offensive struggles, the decision to play Logan Stanley over Scott Mayfield, Anthony Duclair’s performance and whether the Isles did enough this offseason to move the franchise forward. They also answer listener voicemails on expectations for the Islanders, Rangers and Devils, how long it takes to truly evaluate a team, and the direction of the Islanders organization. Then, the conversation shifts to the Rangers after their opening-night loss to the Boston Bruins, including Braden Schneider’s future in New York, Albert Schmitz’s role on the blue line, the Rangers’ defensive structure, JT Miller’s postgame comments and breaking news of Dylan Garand being recalled from Hartford. Finally, the guys preview the Devils’ opener with bold predictions for Jack Hughes, Luke Evangelista, Luke Hughes, Jesper Bratt, Anthony Mantha and the Devils’ goaltending, plus thoughts on Amadeus Lombardi and Sunny Mehta’s early impact on New Jersey.0:00 Intro0:53 Which loss was worse: Rangers or Islanders?2:23 Islanders’ third line gets exposed by Toronto2:57 Arthur reacts to the Islanders’ opening loss5:00 Logan Stanley over Scott Mayfield?7:01 Mike Rupp on how lineup decisions impact a locker room10:04 Islanders voicemail: When can you judge a team?13:06 Devils, Rangers & Islanders point predictions14:52 Did the Islanders’ loss feel too much like last season?15:34 Anthony Duclair stands out for the Islanders19:12 Islanders voicemail: Is the GM already on the hot seat?21:17 What direction are the Islanders actually heading?24:55 Islanders need to get younger26:18 Rangers conversation begins26:30 Rangers voicemail: Should Braden Schneider be traded?28:02 Breaking down Schneider’s opening-night struggles29:08 Could Schneider benefit from a fresh start?31:29 Is Schneider the right partner for Albert Schmitz?31:56 Should the Rangers change their defensive pairs?33:12 What should the Rangers expect from Schmitz?34:37 Rangers’ defensive structure & JT Miller’s comments35:25 Dylan Garand recalled from Hartford36:48 Devils season preview37:02 Devils voicemail: 2026-27 season predictions38:26 Ranking the Devils’ bold predictions40:28 Mike Rupp’s Jesper Bratt 100-point prediction42:34 Can Jack Hughes reach 100 points?43:12 Amadeus Lombardi makes the Devils roster43:39 Sunny Mehta’s early impact on New Jersey45:03 bet365 Bet of the Day46:09 OutroPresented by bet365 #NHL #NYR #Isles #NJDevils #TriStateHockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 5 days ago46 min
Episode 49: It's Always Sunny
New Jersey Devils general manager Sunny Mehta joins Arthur Staple and Mike Rupp on Episode 59 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast to break down his first several months running the team, growing up as a Devils fan in New Jersey and now leading the organization he watched as a kid. Mehta takes us inside his aggressive first offseason as GM, his roster-building philosophy, the importance of healthy debate and collaboration inside a front office, what he learned from his time with the Florida Panthers, why the Devils targeted Luke Evangelista, and how he evaluates the unpredictability of the goaltending position. He also reflects on working alongside Devils legend Martin Brodeur and some of his favorite memories from New Jersey’s Stanley Cup years.After the interview, Arthur and Rupper turn their attention to the rest of the Tri-State, breaking down the New York Rangers’ season-opening shutout loss to the Boston Bruins, what they liked despite the result, the early concerns surrounding New York’s scoring and the young players who stood out. They also preview the New York Islanders’ opener against the Toronto Maple Leafs, discuss the makeup of the Islanders roster, Mathew Barzal’s injury and missed training camp, and what his eventual return could mean for a team that needs his speed and offensive creativity.00:00 Welcome to Episode 59 00:55 Devils GM Sunny Mehta joins the show 01:12 Growing up a New Jersey Devils fan 03:12 The Devils team that “got away” in 2001 04:21 Remembering the great Devils teams and the A-Line 05:43 Johnny Lazarus calls in with a question 06:58 Mehta’s aggressive first offseason as Devils GM 10:31 Why healthy debate matters inside an NHL front office 12:52 Lessons from Florida and adapting as the NHL evolves 14:25 Why New Jersey targeted Luke Evangelista 16:56 Sunny Mehta explains his goaltending philosophy 20:11 Martin Brodeur and the 2003 Conn Smythe debate 22:36 Reacting to Mehta’s vision for the Devils 25:30 Rangers shut out in their season opener 26:44 Should Rangers fans be concerned about the scoring? 27:22 A young Rangers defenseman makes an early impression 32:18 How New York improved its roster depth 34:37 Breaking down the Islanders entering opening night 35:25 Mathew Barzal’s injury concerns 38:28 Islanders vs. Maple Leafs preview 40:39 How difficult is it to return without a training camp? 43:00 Why the Islanders desperately need Barzal’s offense 44:30 Final thoughts and looking ahead 45:25 Bet365 picks and outroPresented by bet365#NJDevils #NYR #Isles #NHL #TriStateHockey #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkRangers #NewYorkIslanders #Hockey #NHLPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago1h 6m
Episode 58: Almost There | Tri-State Hockey Podcast
Episode 58 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast is here as Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple and Mike Rupp break down the latest from New York Rangers, New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils training camps and preseason action. The guys start with Semyon Varlamov’s emotional return to the Islanders crease after 662 days away and what a healthy Varlamov could mean behind Ilya Sorokin this season. Then, the conversation shifts to the Devils and their fascinating approach to goaltending, including Jake Allen, Nico Daws, the decision to move on from Jacob Markstrom and whether New Jersey should be willing to spend significant assets on a goalie like Connor Hellebuyck. Plus, Anton Silayev continues to make noise at Devils camp, Albert Schmitz makes his case for the Rangers, Pavel Dorofeyev’s shot gives New York another dangerous weapon, and the Islanders’ power play looks different with Matthew Schaefer running the show. The guys also discuss Scott Mayfield, Mathew Barzal, Brayden Schenn, Braden Schneider’s future with the Rangers, Chris Drury’s job security, the atmosphere surrounding the Rangers organization and much more before answering your Tri-State voicemails.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Episode 58 Intro1:00 - Semyon Varlamov Returns After 662 Days3:47 - The Devils' Goaltending Philosophy5:19 - Is Connor Hellebuyck Still an Option for New Jersey?13:17 - Is the NHL Moving Away From Expensive Goalies?18:09 - Anton Silayev Making Noise at Devils Camp20:38 - Albert Schmitz Impresses for the Rangers27:53 - Pavel Dorofeyev's Shot & Rangers Offence29:25 - Scott Mayfield Fighting for His Islanders Role32:12 - Matthias Maccelli's Opportunity with the Islanders34:29 - Matthew Schaefer Takes Over the Islanders Power Play42:06 - Tri-State Voicemails42:21 - Brayden Schenn's Role & the Anders Lee Debate48:41 - What Happens With Braden Schneider?55:12 - Is Chris Drury's Job in Jeopardy?56:33 - What's Missing From the Rangers Organization?1:01:56 - Chris Kreider & the Rangers Locker Room Narrative1:04:50 - Bet365 Bet of the Day & OutroPresented by bet365 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago55 min
Episode 57: The Great Kenny Albert
On Episode 57 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, Arthur Staple and Mike Rupp are holding down the fort with Jonny Lazarus away for this episode — but don’t worry, Jonny will return for the next show. Arthur and Rupp are joined by legendary broadcaster Kenny Albert for a wide-ranging conversation about his incredible career calling hockey, football, baseball and basketball, taking over as the television voice of the New York Rangers following Sam Rosen, and some of his greatest memories from Madison Square Garden. Kenny takes the guys behind the scenes of calling the Olympic gold medal game between the United States and Canada, including Jack Hughes’ golden goal, how he prepares for iconic calls and the emotion surrounding Team USA’s victory. He also shares stories from the Rangers’ 1994 Stanley Cup run, the history of the Rangers-Islanders-Devils rivalries, working alongside generations of New York broadcasters and what makes a player a natural fit for a future career in broadcasting. After the interview, Arthur and Rupp break down the latest around the New Jersey Devils and Luke Evangelista, changes under the new NHL CBA, Bo Horvat being named captain of the New York Islanders, why Matthew Schaefer doesn’t need the “C” just yet and what the shortened NHL training camp and preseason could look like.TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Welcome to Episode 57 | Jonny Lazarus is away0:52 – Kenny Albert joins the show1:41 – Kenny on calling multiple sports and his broadcasting career7:21 – Taking over the Rangers TV booth after Sam Rosen12:34 – Kenny Albert’s Olympic experience13:17 – Calling the USA-Canada gold medal game17:36 – How Kenny prepares for historic calls19:24 – Planning Stanley Cup and gold medal calls21:27 – Jack Hughes’ emotional postgame interview24:37 – Rangers memories and the Centennial celebrations26:29 – Calling the Rangers’ 1994 Stanley Cup Final28:04 – How the 1994 Cup run led to Kenny meeting his wife31:43 – Rangers, Islanders and Devils rivalry stories35:31 – Which NHL players could become broadcasters?42:14 – Wrapping up with Kenny Albert43:51 – Luke Evangelista’s deal and the new NHL CBA46:31 – Latest around the Devils and NHL training camps46:50 – Bo Horvat named Islanders captain47:44 – Why Matthew Schaefer doesn’t need the captaincy yet50:47 – How teams will approach the shortened training camp52:50 – Does the NHL even need preseason games?53:52 – Final thoughts and outroPresented by bet365 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago43 min
Episode 56: Time To Move On
On Episode 56 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple and Mike Rupp get ready for the start of NHL training camps by breaking down the biggest storylines around the Rangers, Islanders and Devils. The guys debate whether the New York Islanders did enough this offseason, how wide open the Metropolitan Division could be, and where Chris Kreider could land after becoming an unrestricted free agent — including potential fits with the Boston Bruins, Montreal Canadiens, Buffalo Sabres, New Jersey Devils and more. They also dive deep into Quinn Hughes’ future with the Minnesota Wild, his latest comments about taking his time with his contract decision, the possibility of eventually joining his brothers in New Jersey, and whether Minnesota could be forced to trade him during the season. Plus, the crew reacts to the Devils adding Luke Evangelista, what his next contract could look like, whether New Jersey is tough enough to contend, and the Rangers’ low-risk addition of Eeli Tolvanen as training camp approaches.TIMESTAMPS0:00 — Intro / Episode 560:52 — Jonny’s growing Islanders fandom1:17 — Did the Islanders miss an opportunity this offseason?2:27 — Can the Islanders still be a playoff team?3:27 — Why the Metropolitan Division remains wide open4:45 — Aggressive NHL front offices and roster turnover7:20 — Chris Kreider becomes an unrestricted free agent8:00 — Would Kreider make sense for the Islanders?9:33 — Why signing Kreider could block Islanders prospects10:18 — Could Kreider fit with the Devils, Bruins or Canadiens?11:40 — Does Kreider want to join a Stanley Cup contender?13:51 — Could Chris Kreider ever return to the Rangers?16:16 — Why NHL fan bases struggle to move on from former players17:15 — Predicting where Chris Kreider will sign19:28 — Quinn Hughes’ latest comments on his future20:41 — Why Hughes has all the leverage with Minnesota22:17 — Reading into Quinn Hughes’ comments23:26 — The full Quinn Hughes quote24:08 — Wild fans vs. Devils fans: what do the comments actually mean?24:48 — Could Hughes simply wait until free agency?25:34 — Why a trade directly to New Jersey may not make sense26:31 — Does Hughes need to see more from the Wild first?27:36 — Ranking the most likely Quinn Hughes outcomes29:41 — Devils acquire Luke Evangelista30:24 — What Evangelista adds to New Jersey’s lineup31:07 — Evangelista’s next contract could become expensive31:44 — Are the Devils too small up front?32:19 — Why New Jersey needs to become harder to play against34:33 — Where Evangelista fits in the Devils lineup and power play36:08 — What could Luke Evangelista’s next contract look like?37:48 — Rangers add Eeli Tolvanen: low risk, high reward?38:15 — What Tolvanen needs to prove in New York40:05 — Can Tolvanen secure a Rangers roster spot?41:13 — Final thoughts41:57 — Bet365 and closing remarks42:16 — Remembering the 25th anniversary of September 1142:34 — Jonny’s Islanders experience and closing thoughts43:02 — OutroPresented by bet365 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 27, 20261h 25m
Episode 55: Pulock’s Perspective
Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 55 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, joined by longtime New York Islanders defenseman Ryan Pulock. Pulock talks about the changing Islanders locker room, life under Peter DeBoer, Matthew Schaefer’s incredible rise, the bond between the Islanders’ longtime core, his career on Long Island, and much more. After the interview, the guys hit your voicemails and break down the Devils’ coaching situation and pressure on Sheldon Keefe, whether Vladimir Tarasenko makes sense for the Rangers, the importance of J.T. Miller, and what the Islanders need from Ilya Sorokin and their goaltending this season. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – Intro 0:32 – Ryan Pulock joins the show 2:52 – Peter DeBoer and the Islanders’ new direction5:46 – Matthew Schaefer’s impact 6:38 – What makes the Islanders’ core so close? 9:28 – Stories from the NHL bubble 18:28 – The Matthew Schaefer experience 22:34 – Pulock on his game and future 27:21 – Developing his slap shot31:45 – Defending 2-on-1s 35:07 – How the Islanders organization has changed 39:23 – Reacting to the Pulock interview 48:30 – Mike Rupp’s Devils acting career 54:35 – Breaking into the sports industry 56:38 – Voicemails begin 56:52 – Devils: Sheldon Keefe on the hot seat? 1:03:54 – Rangers: J.T. Miller & Vladimir Tarasenko 1:16:43 – Islanders: Sorokin, Varlamov & expectations 1:23:30 – Bet of the Day & wrap-upPresented by bet365#TriStateHockey #NHL #Hockey #NYR #NJDevils #Isles #NewYorkRangers #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkIslanders #QuinnHughes #DylanLarkin #AdamFox #MatthewSchaefer #MetropolitanDivision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 14, 20261h 9m
Episode 54: Defensive Discourse
Johnny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 54 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast to debate some of the biggest questions surrounding the Rangers, Islanders, Devils, and the Metropolitan Division heading into the 2026-27 NHL season. The guys react to the NHL Network’s Top 20 defensemen rankings, including Adam Fox being left outside the top 10, Matthew Schaefer landing at No. 7, Lane Hutson’s rise, Evan Bouchard, Charlie McAvoy, and more. Then, they break down Jason Demers’ early Metro Division predictions and give their own 1-through-8 rankings, debating where the New York Rangers and Islanders stack up against the Carolina Hurricanes, New Jersey Devils, Washington Capitals, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Columbus Blue Jackets. Plus, the crew answers your voicemails, including whether Dylan Larkin could be a fit with the Devils, what Detroit could possibly get back in a trade, whether Quinn Hughes would give New Jersey or Minnesota the better Stanley Cup window, and the latest debate over Hughes’ future with the Wild. Could Quinn eventually join Jack and Luke Hughes in New Jersey? Does Minnesota need to get an extension done before the season begins? All that and more on a new Tri-State Hockey Podcast.TIMESTAMPS0:00 — Welcome to Episode 541:00 — NHL Network’s Top 20 Defensemen1:24 — Adam Fox OUTSIDE the Top 10?!1:50 — Is Matthew Schaefer already the No. 7 defenseman?5:33 — Lane Hutson’s rise & how NHL Network rankings are made8:29 — Adam Fox, Rangers bias & what makes an elite defenseman15:32 — Biggest snubs & future Top 20 defensemen18:02 — Adam Fox vs. Evan Bouchard20:48 — Luke Hughes prediction21:25 — WAY-too-early Metropolitan Division rankings28:02 — Johnny’s Metro Division predictions31:35 — Arthur’s Metro Division predictions33:08 — Mike’s Metro Division predictions33:30 — Could the Atlantic send five teams to the playoffs?36:19 — VOICEMAILS: Could Dylan Larkin be traded to the Devils?37:07 — What would New Jersey give up for Larkin?41:04 — Can Detroit enter training camp with Larkin still there?45:05 — Quinn Hughes: Devils vs. Wild — who has the better future?47:03 — Would Quinn make New Jersey a Stanley Cup favourite?52:07 — Will Quinn Hughes sign an extension with Minnesota?55:02 — Would a one-year Quinn Hughes extension make sense?58:59 — Could Quinn eventually join Jack & Luke Hughes in New Jersey?1:03:33 — Would acquiring Dylan Larkin convince Quinn to stay?1:06:27 — What happens next with Quinn Hughes?1:07:00 — Final thoughts & wrap-upPresented by bet365#TriStateHockey #NHL #Hockey #NYR #NJDevils #Isles #NewYorkRangers #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkIslanders #QuinnHughes #DylanLarkin #AdamFox #MatthewSchaefer #MetropolitanDivision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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