Tri-State Hockey Podcast

Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 26 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by NoVig — and for once, it’s a rare all-positive Tri-State check-in thanks to how the Milan Games have gone for the Devils, Rangers, and Islanders reps. The guys start with Jack Hughes looking like Team USA’s sparkplug despite limited minutes, why the “perimeter” criticism misses the point, and what his role could look like once the real tests arrive. From there, they hit Jesper Bratt’s struggles (and lineup questions), Simon Nemec thriving for Slovakia, and why Switzerland leans so heavily on Nico Hischier and Timo Meier. Then it’s Rangers/USA deployment talk — J.T. Miller and Vincent Trocheck embracing specialty roles, the Trocheck “Minnesota” photo-day joke that somehow turned into discourse, and whether Mike Sullivan has shown enough… or just hasn’t needed to yet. Plus: Bo Horvat’s perfect Team Canada fit, the Islanders’ long-view on Brock Nelson, and a tease for the NYC live show coming up this week.Don’t miss the live show in NYC (West Village) on Thursday night — tickets are free. www.nationgear.caTimestamps0:13 – Episode 26 intro + Tri-State Milan Games overview0:56 – Jack Hughes breakout + role evolution discussion9:06 – “Perimeter” criticism debate + Devils context12:32 – Simon Nemec thriving + Jesper Bratt lineup questions16:47 – Switzerland reliance on Nico Hischier & Timo Meier19:24 – Team USA role players: Miller, Trocheck & PK success25:03 – Trocheck “Minnesota” joke + Rangers reaction29:01 – Evaluating Mike Sullivan’s coaching so far34:31 – Bo Horvat’s Team Canada impact37:41 – Brock Nelson discourse & Islanders perspective43:46 – Matthew Schaefer what-if + Islanders big-picture46:07 – NYC live show plug + sponsor read47:42 – Wrap-up & outro

Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 25 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and today the vibes are mixed, with Islanders fans celebrating a sweep of the season series against the Devils and Rangers (owning the Tri-State area!), Rangers fans processing the underwhelming Artemi Panarin trade to LA and debating the team's direction, and Devils fans venting frustration amid another tough loss, Nico Hischier's accountability, and Jack Hughes' lingering injury heading into the Olympics.The Rangers' Panarin trade dominates — the guys break down the return (prospects, picks, and that puzzling 2x$11M extension), Chris Drury's handling of expectations, and whether it signals a retool or rebuild. Plus, speculation on Adam Fox's future (no-move clause looming at age 28?), Vincent Trocheck's trade value, and voicemails roasting the return while questioning center depth and patience with Drury.The Islanders shine bright heading into the break — riding wins over Pitt and Jersey, finding ways to grind out points, and benefiting from rest (only Horvat/Palat at Olympics). Debates on leash lengths for Jonathan Drouin vs. Anthony Duclair, Mathew Barzal's leadership, and voicemails highlighting a favorable schedule (10 of last 12 at home) and positive momentum.For the Devils, a brutal loss to the Isles caps a dark stretch — discussions on Nico Hischier's postgame ownership of a key mistake, the team's inability to score, Sheldon Keefe's systems vs. player execution, and Jack Hughes' health woes (should he skip the Olympics for a playoff push?). Voicemails call for roster complements to the core, defining roles, and addressing fan negativity amid pride and injuries.Don't miss details on the February 19th live event in NYC — Tri-State Hockey + Morning Cup of Hockey, with Q&A, drinks, and giveaways!Timestamps0:00 – Episode 25 intro & Tri-State vibes: Isles own the area 2:30 – Rangers: Panarin trade reactions, return breakdown, extension confusion 3:00 – Voicemail: Nicole on underwhelming return & direction concerns 6:00 – Drury's narrative control & trade expectations 12:00 – Adam Fox speculation: No-move clause & prime years 18:00 – Voicemail: Mike on Drury's "fault" & horrific return 29:00 – Voicemail: Ben on Rangers' center woes post-Trocheck 32:00 – Voicemail: Marvin on retool label & Drury's patience 35:00 – Rangers rebuild vs. retool debate & center depth 47:00 – Islanders: Positive outlook, rest benefits, schedule advantages 48:00 – Voicemail: Chris from Hicksville on Isles' break & home-heavy finish 53:00 – Voicemail: Ariel on coaching perspectives & mistakes 54:00 – Coaching: Drouin vs. Duclair leash & accountability 58:00 – Devils: Tough losses, Nico's accountability on Horvat goal1:03:00 – Voicemail: Anonymous on Devils' scoring drought & Keefe's style 1:10:00 – Defining roles: Lou Lamoriello's approach & core complements 1:13:00 – Voicemail: Jo on fan negativity, pride, & condensed schedule woes 1:15:00 – Jack Hughes' injury, leadership, & Olympics priority rant 1:20:00 – Wrap-up + Devils/Rangers therapy sessionsPresented by Novig — the future of sports betting. Play against other real users (not the house), commission-free, better odds, keep every dollar you win. Sign up with code DAILYFACEOFF (all caps) → https://novig.coSubscribe, turn on notifications, and leave your Rangers / Islanders / Devils voicemails — we read & react to as many as we can!#NYIslanders #NYRangers #NJDevils #NHL #HockeyPodcast #ArtemiPanarin #JackHughes #NicoHischier #MatthewBarzal #Devils #Islanders #Rangers #TriStateHockey #Novig #HockeyTalk #MetroDivision

Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 24 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and today the vibes are loopy amid trade deadline drama, with Rangers fans anxious about Artemi Panarin's future (Tampa emerging as a frontrunner?), Devils fans reacting to Jack Hughes' blunt media comments and Olympics dilemma, and Islanders fans eyeing a potential dip after two straight losses.The Rangers' Panarin saga drags on — the guys debate rental vs. extension packages, potential destinations like Tampa, Seattle, or Vegas, and whether history repeats with Lightning poaching another star. Plus, a voicemail on reuniting with Darren Raddysh, trading Brayden Schneider/Will Borgen, and Jonathan Quick's recent struggles.For the Devils, two massive games loom (Columbus tonight, Islanders Thursday) as they chase the Metro's third spot — but Jack Hughes' "I have nothing to say" to doubting fans sparks backlash, alongside debates on his injury, leadership maturity, and whether he should skip the Olympics for a playoff push. A voicemail calls for roster shakeups, from moving Timo Meier/Jesper Bratt to keeping Dougie Hamilton.The Islanders face a back-to-back test (Penguins tonight, Devils Thursday) amid a mini-skid — discussions on riding Ilya Sorokin's elite play (top in goals saved above expected), David Rittich's slump, and the urgent need for a scoring winger to boost their dismal power play. A voicemail from Brett blasts the Rangers' GM "fumble," praises the Devils' bright future, and celebrates the Isles' hard-fought identity.Don't miss details on the February 19th live event in NYC — Tri-State Hockey + Morning Cup of Hockey, with Q&A, drinks, and giveaways!Timestamps 00:00 – Episode 24 intro & loopy vibes 02:00 – Bet update: Isles dip raising doubts 05:00 – Live event announcement: Feb 19 in NYC 07:00 – Rangers: Panarin trade rumors, Tampa frontrunner, rental vs. extension 20:00 – Panarin decision-making & potential animosity 25:00 – Voicemail: Chris on Schneider/Borgen trades & Darren Raddysh reunion 35:00 – Jonathan Quick's metrics & trade outlook 40:00 – Devils: Key games vs. Columbus/Isles, standings chase 45:00 – Jack Hughes' media comments & fan backlash 55:00 – Hughes' leadership, maturity, & Olympics priority debate 65:00 – Potential post-Olympics shutdowns & leadership rant 70:00 – Voicemail: Dan on Devils shakeups (keep Hamilton, trade Meier/Bratt/Mercer?) 80:00 – Devils core evaluation: No-moves, injuries, & retool paths 90:00 – Islanders: Recent losses, standings pressure 95:00 – Goaltending: Ride Sorokin? Rittich's slump concerns 100:00 – Need for scoring winger & power play fixes 105:00 – Voicemail: Brett on Rangers "curse" debunk, Devils future, Isles fight 110:00 – Isles aggression: Add scorers like Kyrou/Boeser for now & future 115:00 – Wrap-up + Friday preview (trade deadline freeze looms)Presented by Novig — the future of sports betting. Play against other real users (not the house), commission-free, better odds, keep every dollar you win.Sign up with code DAILYFACEOFF (all caps) → https://novig.coSubscribe, turn on notifications, and leave your Rangers / Islanders / Devils voicemails — we read & react to as many as we can!#hockey #NYIslanders #NYRangers #NJDevils #NHL #HockeyPodcast #ArtemiPanarin #JackHughes #IlyaSorokin #Devils #Islanders #Rangers #TriStateHockey #Novig #HockeyTalk #MetroDivision

Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 23 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and today it’s voicemail-heavy with Devils fans feeling optimistic after a big win over Nashville (but concerned about Jack Hughes’ latest injury), Islanders fans riding high after sweeping the Rangers 4-0 in the Schaefer era, and Rangers fans firing back at that anonymous Isles caller from last episode.The New Jersey Devils snapped a skid with a clutch win, led by Nico Hischier’s bomb and Dougie Hamilton’s resurgence — but Jack Hughes’ lower-body injury has everyone debating whether he should skip the Olympics to focus on a playoff push. The guys break down the Ondrej Palat trade (a win-win for cap relief and Isles depth), goaltending woes, and whether there’s still a realistic path to the playoffs with a post-break sprint.Over on Long Island, the Isles are 4-0 vs. the Rangers since drafting Matthew Schaefer, who’s delivering on his promise to own them. The panel discusses Ondrej Palat’s immediate impact, Carson Soucy adding pro depth, and why this team feels built for a surprise run despite inconsistencies.Rangers talk gets heated with voicemails on franchise “curses,” Hartford Wolf Pack development failures, and whether Alexis Lafreniere & Kaapo Kakko have set the organization back years (spoiler: it’s a debate). Plus, reactions to Schaefer calling Isles fans louder at MSG.Timestamps 00:00 – Episode 23 intro & voicemail teaser 02:00 – Devils big win over Nashville: Nico’s goal, Dougie’s resurgence 08:00 – Jack Hughes injury & Olympics dilemma — should NJ pull him? 15:00 – Voicemail: Jersey John on sloppy play & steakhouse bets 20:00 – Palat trade breakdown: Win for Devils cap, Isles leadership 25:00 – Voicemail: Jersey Bob on needed shakeups & playoff path 30:00 – Devils goaltending: Young D or goalie blame? 35:00 – Voicemail: Nate’s optimistic playoff push case 40:00 – Isles dominate Rangers: Schaefer era 4-0, Palat/Soucy additions 45:00 – Why Isles style suits Palat & pro vets 50:00 – Voicemail: Jay fires back at Isles fan on “privileged” Rangers 55:00 – Rangers fan base dominance & historical “curse” 60:00 – Voicemail: Sam on Hartford Wolf Pack failures & fixes 65:00 – Promoting young guys like Othmann, Perreault in rebuild 70:00 – Voicemail: Bruce on Lafreniere/Kakko as franchise setbacks 75:00 – Debate: Are #1/#2 picks busts or just mishandled? 80:00 – Wrap-up + Friday preview (more Devils love incoming)Presented by Novig — the future of sports betting. Play against other real users (not the house), commission-free, better odds, keep every dollar you win.Sign up with code DAILYFACEOFF (all caps) → https://novig.coSubscribe, turn on notifications, and leave your Rangers / Islanders / Devils voicemails — we read & react to as many as we can!#hockey #NYIslanders #NYRangers #NJDevils #NHL #HockeyPodcast #MatthewSchaefer #JackHughes #OndrejPalat #Devils #Islanders #Rangers #TriStateHockey #Novig #HockeyTalk #MetroDivision

Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 21 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and the Metro Division drama is at full boil.The New York Rangers dropped "Letter 2.0" — Chris Drury's candid (and controversial) message to fans officially signaling a retool, confirming Artemi Panarin won't be extended, and putting the entire roster in play. The guys dive deep into what leverage (if any) the Rangers still have, whether Panarin needs an extension attached to maximize return, why Vincent Trocheck and Braden Schneider might actually bring the best value, and if this public white flag helps or hurts the front office's hand.Over in New Jersey, the Devils pick up a gritty OT win in Calgary behind a strong NHL debut from prospect Lenni Mähärä (plus big analytics flashes), but Luke Hughes' latest shoulder scare throws another wrench into the mix. The panel debates staying the course on moving Dougie Hamilton for cap space, giving Simon Nemec more runway, and whether this core still has a real window despite the endless injury luck.And on Long Island, Anthony Duclair is suddenly on fire (7 goals in 7 games, new stick = new life), carrying the Islanders through a scrappy road trip. The guys break down his hot streak, the hilarious stick-switch story, why fans are turning on Jonathan Drouin, and that maddening 5-on-3 broken-stick sequence that had everyone screaming at the TV.Timestamps:00:00 – Episode 21 intro & Metro chaos update00:30 – Rangers "Letter 2.0" breakdown — what Drury really said04:00 – Panarin trade outlook: leverage lost or retained 50% salary?12:00 – Trocheck & Schneider: the most attractive trade chips?18:00 – How far should the Rangers push the retool?25:00 – Devils win in Calgary + Lenni Mähärä's impressive debut31:00 – Luke Hughes injury concern & Dougie Hamilton trade debate37:00 – Devils' long-term window vs. goaltending reality42:00 – Listener voicemail on Seamus Casey + Devils prospect logjam46:00 – Islanders road trip recap + Anthony Duclair's heater (new stick magic)52:00 – Drouin frustrations + broken-stick 5-on-3 rant58:00 – Wrap-up & what’s nextPresented by NovigSubscribe, turn on notifications, and drop your Rangers / Devils / Islanders voicemails for future episodes.#NYRangers #NJDevils #NYIslanders #NHL #HockeyPodcast #TriStateHockey #ArtemiPanarin #ChrisDrury #LenniMähärä #AnthonyDuclair #RangersRetool #Novig

Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 20 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and the Metro couldn’t feel more split right now.The New York Islanders are rolling, fueled by elite goaltending from Ilya Sorokin, a calm, unflashy dominance that has him firmly in the Vezina conversation. From shutting down Connor McDavid in Edmonton to the continued emergence of Matthew Schaefer, the Isles are winning with belief, structure, and timely offense — forcing real questions about whether this is the moment to push in chips or stay disciplined at the deadline.On the other side of town, the New York Rangers have hit a breaking point. Defensive structure has collapsed, confidence is gone, and the path forward is suddenly clear but painful. The guys debate whether major pieces like Vincent Trocheck or Artemi Panarin could be on the move — and what Rangers fans are actually watching for the rest of the season.Timestamps:00:00 – Episode 20 intro & Metro mood check02:30 – Islanders shut down Edmonton & Sorokin’s Vezina case08:00 – What makes Sorokin different + elite calm factor14:30 – Matthew Schaefer vs McDavid & Islanders’ belief20:00 – Islanders trade-deadline dilemma: buy, sell, or tweak?31:00 – Rangers hit rock bottom: defense, confidence, identity36:30 – Why the Rangers’ path forward is finally clear40:00 – Trocheck vs Panarin: who actually brings trade value?47:30 – Fan voicemails & Rangers’ uncomfortable reality55:00 – Wrap-up & what’s nextPresented by NovigSubscribe, turn on notifications, and drop your Islanders / Rangers voicemails for future episodes.#NYIslanders #NYRangers #NHL #HockeyPodcast #TriStateHockey #IlyaSorokin #VezinaTrophy #MatthewSchaefer #RangersRebuild #Novig

Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple and Mike Rupp are back for episode 19 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig!Finally, we hear from Tom Fitzgerald, and what classifies a player as a veteran? PLUS ALL THE VOICEMAILS YOU CAN HANDLE!Presented by NovigSubscribe, turn on notifications, and drop your Islanders / Rangers / Devils voicemails for the bonus episodes.#NYIslanders #NJDevils #NYRangers #NHL #HockeyPodcast #TriStateHockey #IslandersPondHockey #SorokinVezina #DougieHamilton #Zibanejad

Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple and Mike Rupp are back for episode 18 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and the vibes are wildly different across the Metro once again.The Islanders are riding high: incredible team camaraderie (that viral Anders Lee pond hockey video!), depth scoring, elite goaltending from Ilya Sorokin, Simon Holmstrom stepping up huge, and serious "Miracle"-level belief. Are they ready to push all-in before the window closes with Matt Schaefer's ELC?The Devils finally show signs of life with a strong 60-minute effort against Minnesota — Nico Hischier dominant, Jesper Bratt snapping out of it, and Dougie Hamilton delivering when it mattered most. But the drama lingers: is the Hamilton healthy scratch / return saga salvageable, or is the point of no return already here?The Rangers continue tiptoeing toward rock bottom: brutal turnovers, no pushback, self-doubt creeping in, questionable roster decisions, and a franchise feel that's completely off (no welcome-back video for Ryan Lindgren?!). Mika Zibanejad is on fire — but is anyone else even trying?Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & quick check-in00:49 - Islanders pond hockey magic & team vibes02:19 - Holmstrom shorthanded wizardry & depth heroes vs MIN04:39 - Sorokin Vezina case & "someone always steps up"08:23 - Patrick Roy clip & Islanders' special sauce14:39 - Should the Islanders go for it now? (window with Schaefer's ELC)19:36 - Devils bounce-back vs MIN — Hischier, Bratt, Hamilton23:32 - Dougie drama: showcase mode or point of no return?27:34 - Fitz job security report — root for wins or tank for change?30:32 - Rangers self-doubt & "looking for answers in the room"36:49 - Mika carrying everything + roster holes exposed38:50 - No Lindgren welcome-back video — vibes & culture concerns43:08 - Playoff math reality check: must-win territory50:33 - Laf demotion, no fire, and offensive future questions55:30 - Novig pick (Islanders ML) & wrap-upPresented by NovigSubscribe, turn on notifications, and drop your Islanders / Rangers / Devils voicemails for the bonus episodes.#NYIslanders #NJDevils #NYRangers #NHL #HockeyPodcast #TriStateHockey #IslandersPondHockey #SorokinVezina #DougieHamilton #Zibanejad