Blueshirt Banter: For New York Rangers Fans

Joe, Mike and Beth return after a snowstorm hiatus to go through Henrik Lundqvist winning his 400th game, his place in Rangers history and whether or not winning a Stanley Cup should impact his overall legacy.  They'll also talk about Alain Vigneault sitting Pavel Buchnevich, and whether or not Michael Grabner is a main reason why Kevin Hayes and J.T. Miller are playing so well.  All this and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Beth and Mike go through Alain Vigneault's expansion, the message it sends, the strange timing and the message it sends.  They'll also talk about the lack of adjustments, the defense being bad, Lundqvist and Raanta and much more. All this and more on your weekly New York Rangers podcast, hosted by Blueshirt Banter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Mike and Beth discuss the return of Henrik Lundqvist, his role in the Rangers' current winning streak and where he projects to go from here. They'll also talk about the return (from injuries) of Mika Zibanejad and Pavel Buchnevich, whether or not Zuccarello is the best thing in the world and if Rick Nash is injured.  All this and more will be covered on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast, hosted by Blueshirt Banter -- SB Nation's home of the NEw York Rangers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Mike and Beth try to figure out what's wrong with the New York Rangers, Henrik Lundqvist or the defense. On top of that, they're going to look into whether or not Lundqvist's struggles are more Lundqvist is struggling because he's declining or because of the lack of defense. They'll also try to figure out where the Rangers will be going from here.  All this and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast, hosted by Blueshirt Banter -- SB Nation's home of the New York Rangers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Right in the middle of the New York Rangers "bye week" comes Bantering The Blueshirts, your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast.  Joe, Mike and Beth will mourn the loss of hero NYPD detective Steven McDonald, talk about where Brandon Pirri has been (and, more importantly, where he's going), trading Michael Grabner, what the Rangers were doing in their bye week and what it could mean if everyone comes back healthy. All this and more on Bantering The Blueshirts -- hosted by Blueshirt Banter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Beth and Mike will talked about who the "real" New York Rangers are, what the team is going to look like when Rick Nash, Pavel Buchnevich and Mika Zibanejad return, potential defensive moves that could be on the horizon, what Jeff Gorton must be thinking and more.  They'll also talk about Henrik Lundqvist dominating, a new patreon tweak and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast! Hoested by Blueshirt Banter -- SB Nation's home of the New York Rangers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Mike and Beth are at it again -- and on time this time! (Although not on the same day).  The group will talk about the return of Henrik Lundqvist, the suspension (or lack there of) of Cody Eakin for his hit on Lundqvist, the team's late-game heroics and what's gone right. On top of that, they'll discuss Rick Nash being an animal, Mats Zuccarello doing Zuccarello things and Chrtis Kreider being ... well ... Chris Kreider.  All that and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alain Vigneault's "run with the hot hand" for the past week, starting Antti Raanta four times -- relegating Henrik Lundqvist to sit on the bench while healthy four times in a row for the first time in a decade. He's done himself no favors with the way he's handled the situation with the press, but Raanta is also playing great and the Rangers have improved. We'll dig through the mess.  Joe and Beth -- joined by Hockey Stat Miner -- will also run through what's been different with the team between the two goalies, some rising stars in the system and talk about how the team has improved down three key forwards.  The group will also be joined by a special guest to talk about Adam Clendening and his fantastic work helping to promote autism.  All this and more on yoru favorite New York Rangers weekly podcast!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Rangers have seen some serious struggles the past few weeks, and are suddenly looking at even more injuries piled up to the main roster. As the Rangers struggle, we're starting to see their true colors this year, and Joe, Mike and Beth are on the case to see what the truth behind the matter is here.  Is it Henrik Lundqvist's fault? Is it the defense? Is it the offense? Should a trade come sonner rather than later? Should a trade come at all? All this and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast, hosted by Bluehshirt Banter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Beth and Mike are back at it, talking about a plethora of Rangers things this week.  First, Dougie Hamilton rumors are swirling and he does seem to be on the block. Should the Rangers be interested and if so who are you willing to give up for him? They'll also talk about upgrading the defense (again) and how to break the netural zone trap with what the Rangers have internally.  All that and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast, presented by Blueshirt Banter -- SB Nation's home of the Rangers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the first Holiday espisode of Bantering The Blueshirts! The group will talk about how the Mika Zibanejad and Pavel Buchnevich injuries impact the team, their win over Pittsburgh (along with their losses to Columbus and Florida) and who needs to step up with increased roles.  Being Thanksgiving and all, the group will also talk about the things they're thankful for this year.  All this and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast, hosted by Blueshirt Banter: SB Nation's home of the New York Rangers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe and Beth tackle some of the biggest questions surrounding this team right now, mainly: Are the Rangers going to be able to keep up this level of play, and should the cracks in the foundation be concerning?  They will also discuss how the Rangers have handled leads, ties and being down so far this year, along with some nagging injury issues that should have people somewhat concerned.  All this and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast hosted by SB Nation's Blueshirt Banter!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Beth and Hockey Stat Miner will take you through the ins and outs of the Dylan McIlrath trade, the steps leading up to the trade and the Rangers loss to Vancouver.  Despite riding high, the Rangers hit a lull the past few games and have struggled with their transition game. Questions are popping up about whether or not the Rangers should make a move for a defenseman and Jacob Trouba is re-signed.  The three will try and sort things out tonight on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Mike and Beth return in the 22nd edition of Bantering The Blueshirts. Tonight the three will talk about whether or not the 7-3 Rangers need to change their current personel with how explosive the offense has been. The question remains whether or not the Rangers offense can sustain this level of play without any help from their defense.  The group will also talk trade rumors, and what you would be willing to give up to increase the defense. All this and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Beth and Mike will discuss the phenomenon that is the Rangers being this successful despite their warts on defense. The group will talk also talk about easy ways to fix the defense (cough Adam Clendening cough), trades that might be on the horizon and how injures to Pavel Buchnevich, Chris Kreider and now Josh Jooris are impacting the team.  Will the Rangers be able to keep up this level of play without defensive transitions? Will the Rangers be better when Kreider and Buchnevich are back? Will Dylan McIlrath finally be traded?  All this and more on yoru favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Beth and Mike discuss how the Rangers are far more competitive than anyone thought they would be, despite being 2-2.  The group will also talk about the standouts on offense and defense, what's going to happen when Dan Girardi returns and speculation on whether or not Beth still thinks Jimm Vesey is a bust (kidding) (maybe). They'll also talk about why the power play isn't clicking the way it was in the preseason, Alain Vigneault's defensive lineups and more!  All this on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Mike and Beth will give you all the official Bantering The Blueshirts season preview! The group will give their player predictions, final roster breakdowns and will give you all their final verdict on where the Rangers will finish this year.  They'll talk X-Factors, which kids will make the biggest impact on the roster and what mid-year moves the group can see the team making. Withh Alain Vigneault survive the entire season? Will the Rangers get off to a slow start? Will Dan Girardi and Marc Staal actually bounce back?  All that and more in your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Mike and Beth dig into the New York Rangers final preseason game, what we've seen this past week of games and who we think makes the final cut.  They'll look at the performances of Brandon Pirri, Adam Clendening, Brady Skjei, Dylan McIlrath and all the other bubble players fighting for a role.  The trio will also take a look at the team's upcoming few games, what to expect the first month or two of the season and if there's trade winds on the horizon. All this and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Mike and Beth go through the New York Rangers first preseason win over the Islanders, talk about the game's highlights and some of the roster battles we're going to see as training camp continues.  They'll talk about the Chris Kreider - Mika Zibanejad - Pavel Buchnevich line, the power play, the penalty kill and more.  Blueshirt Banter editor Adam Herman will also be a guest on the show to go over some of his expectations for some of the Rangers prospects this preseason. All that and more on your favorite weekly New York Rangers podcast.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe, Mike and Beth return after a summer hiatus just in time to go over the World Cup of Hockey, the Traverse City Tournament and the impending New York Rangers preseason.  The group will discuss Jimmy Vesey, Pavel Buchnevich, Sean Day and all the prospects who played in the tournament, along with the current Rangers playing international hockey and some thoughts on the preseason. All this and more on your weekly New York Rangers podcast, hosted by Blueshirt Banter's Managing Editor Joe Fortunato.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices