

Up In The Blue Seats - New York Rangers Podcast
New York Post
Up In The Blue Seats is a New York Rangers hockey podcast as only the New York Post sports section can create. The hosts are former Rangers and 15-year NHL center Brian Boyle and NY Post Rangers beat writer Mollie Walker. Brian and Mollie break down the latest news about the Rangers and take you inside the locker room . They are joined by current and former players and special guests. “Up in the Blue Seats” is available every Thursday morning.
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Jan 10, 2024 • 56min
The First Rangers Slump of the Season
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts, the crew opens the show talking about the Rangers losing their last two games. They discuss what has gone wrong for them, Kaapo Kakko practicing and Brennan Othmann being sent back down to Hartford. They also dive into shootouts and Boyle sounds off on the Cutter Gauthier situation with Flyers fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 4, 2024 • 52min
Brennan Othmann Making His Rangers Debut
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts, they open the show talking about Brennan Othmann getting called up to make his NHL debut. They also talk about Kaapo Kakko being back on the ice, the loss to the Hurricanes and what the Rangers need to improve on. Brian closes the show talking about his Winter Classic experience on Monday in Seattle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 28, 2023 • 42min
Remembering the 2012 Winter Classic
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Andrew Harts, they open the show reacting to their win over the Capitals Wednesday. They discuss the team avenging losses to teams earlier in the season, finding their consistency, Michael Peca’s importance to the Rangers and look ahead to the Rangers games in Florida this weekend. Brian looks back to his memories from the 2012 Winter Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 20, 2023 • 45min
Rangers Get Revenge on Maple Leafs feat. Dan Carcillo
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Andrew Harts, the crew opens up talking about the Rangers three-game win streak. They discuss the win over the Maple Leafs, Braden Schneider impressing, Jimmy Vesey’s great season and Brian’s MSG Network debut in Boston. (22:39) Former Rangers winger Daniel Carcillo then joins the show. Carcillo talks about his post-playing career, the nickname “CarBomb” and memories playing with Brian on the 2013-2014 Rangers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 13, 2023 • 50min
Dissecting Igor Shesterkin’s Struggles
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts, they open the show talking about the Rangers losing three of the last four games. They discuss Igor Shesterkin not playing like himself, the defense needing to play better in front of him and how well Jonathan Quick has played. (19:04) The Post’s Hall of Fame hockey columnist Larry Brooks drops by to dissect Shesterkin’s struggles, looking back at Henrik Lundqvist’s time when he struggled, Blake Wheeler’s strong play, Jimmy Vesey playing well and Barclay Goodrow coming back so quick after a huge hit to the face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 6, 2023 • 44min
Rangers Depth Pieces Outperforming Expectations
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts, they open the show talking about the Rangers loss to the Senators. They answer subtext questions on favorite NHL cities, Jonny Brodzinksi’s role and former Rangers scoring against them. The Post’s Hall of Famer Larry Brooks then joins the show to discuss the Rangers recent stretch and whether there could be any reunions with players coming back this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nov 30, 2023 • 59min
Are the Rangers the Best Team in the NHL? feat. Steve Valiquette
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker, Andrew Harts and Larry Brooks, the crew opens up talking about whether the Rangers are the best team in the NHL. They also discuss Adam Fox’s return, the Rangers injuries and Jacob Trouba’s presence. MSG Network analyst Steve Valiquette then joins the pod. Vally talks about Jonathan Quick’s tremendous season so far, the Rangers goaltending, their defense and looking back at stories from Vally and Boyle’s days playing in NY. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 2023 • 40min
Rare Rangers Loss, Thanksgiving Memories
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Larry Brooks and Andrew Harts, the guys open the show talking about the Rangers loss in Dallas Monday. They discuss the rare loss, Igor Shesterkin’s struggles since coming back, the tough upcoming schedule and what a successful week ahead would look like for the Rangers. (24:25) Larry and Brian look back to some of their favorite stories from Thanksgiving time in their career, including Brian’s fight with Zdeno Chara. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 15, 2023 • 1h 1min
No Kane, Laviolette Effect, Henrik’s Induction feat. Mike Rupp
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker, Larry Brooks and Andrew Harts, the crew opens up the show reacting to the news that the Rangers won’t be signing Patrick Kane. They also talk about the great start the Rangers are off to, Igor Shesterkin returning likely Saturday, looking back to a coaching change in Boyle’s time with the Rangers and Henrik Lundqvist’s Hall of Fame induction Monday. (28:56) Former Ranger and NHL Network analyst Mike Rupp then joins the show. Rupper talks about Lundqvist entering the HOF, their favorite stories playing with him, how good Alexis Lafrenière is playing and looking back to their triple OT 2012 playoff game with Rupp’s shot going off Boyle’s butt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 9, 2023 • 45min
Rangers Keep Rolling Amidst All The Injuries
On a new episode of the “Up In The Blue Seats” podcast with Brian Boyle, Mollie Walker and Andrew Harts, the crew opens up talking about all the Rangers injuries. They discuss Adam Fox’s timetable, being cautious with the goalie injuries and just how good Artemi Panarin has been so far this season. (26:20) With Henrik Lundqvist going into the Hall of Fame, Brian shares what made him so special and his favorite stories of his former teammate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


