Ice Cold Takes: A New York Sports Podcast

Joey goes over what went wrong for the Rangers in their disappointing 2025-26 season, how they can improve next season, and if there is hope for the future.

Alexis Lafrenière has been on a heater since the Olympic break, as he earned the NHL's First Star of the Week last week. As a result, his linemates, Gabe Perreault and Mika Zibanejad, have also been cooking. Is there a future with this line?

Team USA won the gold for the first time in 46 years, but all people could seem to think about was how the players in the locker room reacted to the President calling them. Joey rants on this in a chilly Ice Cold Takes segment. Plus, are the Rangers going to trade Adam Fox?

The Rangers shipped out Artemi Panarin to the Kings on Wednesday right before the roster freeze and the return was beyond underwhelming. Matt and Evan from Rangers Central join to discuss.

The Rangers held Artemi Panarin out of the lineup this week for roster management purposes, hinting at a trade. What can the Rangers fetch for the superstar winger? Plus, the Mets made more moves that made us happy!

Rangers General Manager Chris Drury sent out a letter to fans on Friday stating that the team was going to take a step back and go through a retool. What needs to happen for this to go right for the Rangers?

The Rangers called up two of their young players in Brennan Othmann and Gabe Perreault on Wednesday as they look to add more scoring to their lineup. Plus, Joey and Phil go off on how David Stearns has handled the offseason for the Mets thus far.

Matthew Mugno from PuckTalkCS joins to discuss the Rangers' latest stretch of games. Plus, what the Rangers should do with Scott Morrow and an interesting conversation about player development.

The Rangers were dealt a crushing blow last weekend as Adam Fox was injured and placed on long-term injured reserve. However, Vladislav Gavrikov has stepped up his game this season and the Rangers might have a new look third line. Plus, Joey and Phil talk about the Brandon Nimmo trade.

Joey and Phil talk about the recent stretch of games for the Rangers, including another lackluster performance on home ice against the Red Wings, which featured a Jonathan Quick tirade at the end of the game. Plus, Joey goes on a rant about square pegs and round holes.

Joey returns from his hiatus with a new co-host to talk about the start of the Rangers season, including improvements to the defense and offensive woes at home. Plus, a chilly Ice Cold Takes segment on if the Rangers should trade Artemi Panarin.

Joey traveled to North Carolina this weekend with Evan and Matt from Rangers Central for Nick and Grace's wedding! The boys were also joined by Nick's brother Joe to talk more about Mike Sullivan, Calvin de Haan, and trades we would like to see the Rangers make in the offseason.

The Rangers hired Mike Sullivan to be their next head coach after he left the Penguins earlier in the week. Joey gives his thoughts on the hiring, how it will help the Rangers moving forward, and the changes Sullivan could make next season.

Chris Drury signed a multi-year contract to remain President and General Manager of the Rangers. Plus, the Rangers players had breakup day with the media on Monday and had some interesting things to say about communication. Joey picked apart their "accountability."

The Rangers ended their season on Thursday, but not without more off-ice news surrounding them, as Calvin de Haan made headlines and a report was published about a sexual assault allegation against Artemi Panarin. To top it all off, head coach Peter Laviolette and associate coach Phil Housley were both fired as Joey was about to start recording.

The Rangers are nearly at the end of their embarrassing season, after three more bad losses to the Devils, Lightning, and Flyers this week. Joey talks about the biggest changes he'd like to see for next season and if he thinks the Rangers can become playoff contenders again.

Gabe Perreault signed his entry-level contract this week and made his NHL debut on Wednesday. Joey talks about how the Rangers can fix their power play, and Matt and Evan from Rangers Central join to talk about the Mets and their home opener.

Joey expresses his frustration with the Rangers after their latest disappointing loss to the Ducks on Friday. Is it time for the Rangers to move on from Peter Laviolette?

Corey Sznajder of All Three Zones joins to discuss the Rangers' biggest issues this season and analyze their defensive deficiencies.

The Rangers have begun the final stretch of the regular season with the goal of making the playoffs. Plus, Adam Fox is returning from injury, and Jonathan Quick signed an extension.

Evan and Matt from Rangers Central join to recap a long Trade Deadline day in the NHL, including a couple moves by the Rangers throughout the week and what it means for them moving forward.

After returning from the 4 Nations Face-Off break, the Rangers were hit with injuries to Adam Fox and Chris Kreider. Joey talks about whether this will change their deadline plans for next week.

The Rangers came back and won three times this week against Vegas, Boston, and Columbus, but dropped an embarrassing one to the Penguins on Friday. Should they sell off assets at the deadline?

J.T. Miller is back with the Rangers after a blockbuster trade on Friday night. Where does this put the Rangers?

The Rangers have pushed their way back into the playoff race thanks to stellar goaltending by Igor Shesterkin and an all-around improvement from the team. Rumors swirled this week about a potential reunion with J.T. Miller, so should the Rangers bring him back?

Peter Baugh, who covers the Rangers for The Athletic, joins to discuss the Rangers' trip out west, the complete difference in play since the new year, and how Chris Drury should handle the trade deadline.

The Rangers are playing a more competitive brand of hockey since the ball dropped in 2025. Plus, a nice pick up in Arthur Kaliyev on Monday. Can the Rangers turn things around?

The Rangers opened 2025 with a victory over the Bruins, but Igor Shesterkin was placed on IR, and there are more rumors surrounding the team. What will happen with Mika Zibanejad? What will they do with Zac Jones?

Kaapo Kakko was traded to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday, and Vincent Trocheck addressed rumors concerning the Rangers' locker room. Plus, Matt Rempe made an impact against the Stars after being recalled from the AHL.

Cjeths joins to discuss the Trouba trade and the ramifacations of the Shesterkin extension. Plus, the Mets signed Juan Soto and are probably not done adding in the offseason.

Stat Boy Steven joins to talk about what the Rangers can do to snap out of their funk. We floated out the idea of placing Jacob Trouba on waivers Thursday before he was ultimately traded on Friday.

Chris Drury sent a memo to the entire league signaling Jacob Trouba and Chris Kreider were available for trades. The Rangers have dropped three in a row since, so was it an overreaction?

Will Cuylle is having a breakout season for the Rangers and is proving to be a future cornerstone for the team. Plus, Filip Chytil dodged a concussion, Victor Mancini was recalled, and Joey talks about the idea of trading Brennan Othmann.

Joey breaks down Mika Zibanejad's performance against the Winnipeg Jets where he had three turnovers leading to goals, as well as his bounce back effort against the San Jose Sharks. Plus, a look at why the Rangers are struggling all of a sudden.

Peter Laviolette put his team's lines in a blender completely at practice after poor showings the last two games. Joey also reads a Larry Brooks article from this week about Mika Zibanejad's reduced ice time.

Evan from Rangers Central joins to discuss Alexis Lafrenière's seven-year extension with the Rangers. Plus, a talk about the Mets being eliminated from the playoffs and the Rangers' insane 5v5 statistics to start the season.

A different structure for this week's podcast as Joey rambles first about the Jets trading for Davante Adams, then how the Mets pulled out a Game 5 win against the Dodgers. Finally, a talk about how the Rangers are relying on their 5v5 offense early in the season.

The Rangers began their season Wednesday and there was another crazy week for the Mets who end up in the NLCS. And, an icy rant from Joey about the Rangers' team reporters.

Don La Greca, the backup radio play-by-play voice of the Rangers, joins Joey for the 200th episode of the show to give a final preview of the Rangers before the regular season begins next week. Plus, a discussion on the wild week for the Mets.

Jonny Lazarus, a lifelong Rangers fan who covers the team for Daily Faceoff, joins to discuss preseason and give his take on Igor Shesterkin's contract negotiations.

The Rangers started training camp this week, and there are already a lot of burning questions concerning the roster, lineup, Jacob Trouba, Igor Shesterkin, and more. Plus, Joey gives some love to the Mets and Jets.

Ice Cold Takes returns as Joey is joined by Nick and Evan to talk about rookie camp, Brennan Othmann's chances of making the Rangers, and the Mets!

HockeyStatMiner from Twitter joins to discuss the moves the Rangers made on July 1 and how difficult next year's salary cap situation will be for Chris Drury. Then, Joey rants about the media and the Jacob Trouba situation.

Nick, Evan and Joey talk about trades and signings the Rangers can make this offseason, including Patrick Kane and Jake Guentzel. Plus, a discussion on some under the radar signings Chris Drury can make.

Barclay Goodrow was claimed on waivers by the Sharks on Wednesday giving the Rangers some cap flexibility. Joey talks about what other core-altering moves Chris Drury might make this offseason.

Joey analyzes the interesting quotes from the Rangers' exit day with the media on Tuesday. Plus, a look ahead to the important offseason decisions for GM Chris Drury.

The Florida Panthers eliminated the New York Rangers with a 2-1 victory in Game 6 to advance to the Stanley Cup Finals. Joey recapped the game, looked ahead to a long offseason, and ranted about Jacob Trouba multiple times.

Jeffrey Krentzman of the Mind Your Pucking Business Podcast joined the show to recap Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Then, Joey recapped the Rangers' overtime victory in Game 2. Game 2 recap starts at 19:41.

Chris Kreider had an amazing third period performance against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 6. The Rangers are moving on to the Eastern Conference Finals to play the Florida Panthers.

Rick DiPietro, former Islanders goaltender and current radio host on 98.7 ESPN NY, joins to discuss the Rangers-Hurricanes second round series. Plus, a look at DiPietro's playing career and a chilly Ice Cold Takes segment.