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The New Jersey Devils have made their decision: Connor Hellebuyck will NOT start against his former team in Winnipeg. But did Sunny Mehta and the Devils handle this situation the right way? Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp and Arthur Staple break down the controversial decision, Hellebuyck's emotional press conference, the Devils' statement and whether New Jersey missed an opportunity to rally around its new superstar goaltender. The guys also debate whether analytics are being used as an excuse by NHL executives, what this decision means for Hellebuyck's eventual return to Winnipeg and why Devils fans are rallying behind their general manager. PLUS: The heated Devils vs. Islanders rivalry, the controversial Luke Hughes and Matthew Schaefer overtime play, Mike Rupp's thoughts on Islanders fans, Adam Fox's outstanding play and some positives emerging on Long Island. All that and more on Episode 71 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast! Presented by bet365 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Welcome to Episode 71 00:54 – Adam Fox is playing Norris-calibre hockey 01:26 – Did the Devils make a mistake with Hellebuyck? 04:56 – Mike Rupp reacts to the Devils' decision 07:21 – Rupp calls the Devils' statement ridiculous 10:07 – Are NHL teams hiding behind analytics? 15:59 – Did Hellebuyck fight hard enough to play? 20:49 – The opportunity the Devils are missing 22:06 – Rupp recalls a hostile return to Boston 25:04 – Comparing Hellebuyck's return to John Tavares 26:36 – Why Devils fans are embracing Sunny Mehta 30:47 – Luke Hughes vs. Matthew Schaefer controversy 34:48 – Rupp calls out Jonny's online arguments 37:32 – Rupp fires back at Islanders fans 38:32 – Victor Eklund and positives for the Islanders 42:24 – The Schaefer vs. Hughes rivalry 44:09 – Predictions for Devils vs. Jets Subscribe for more Tri-State Hockey Podcast episodes every Tuesday and Friday! #NJDevils #ConnorHellebuyck #NHL #TriStateHockey #WinnipegJets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The New York Islanders continue to struggle, the New York Rangers pick up a much-needed comeback win, and the New Jersey Devils keep rolling! Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple are back for Episode 70 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by bet365! The guys start with the Islanders' frustrating loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, Matthew Schaefer trying to do too much, the team's ongoing power play struggles, and declining attendance at UBS Arena. Is the organization doing enough to build around its young superstar? Then, the Rangers battle back to beat the Philadelphia Flyers! The guys discuss a massive win for New York, the emergence of Will Cuylle and Taylor Raddysh's replacement options, Mike Sullivan's praise for Ty Kartye, and what the Rangers should do with their fourth line moving forward. Finally, the Devils continue their strong start with another victory over the St. Louis Blues. Jack Hughes is heating up, Anthony Mantha is finding his scoring touch, and Luke Hughes continues to impress. Plus, Mike Rupp sounds off on Timo Meier's instigator penalty, and the guys look ahead to a big Devils-Islanders matchup! 00:00 – Intro 00:59 – Islanders fall to the Hurricanes 05:31 – Is Matthew Schaefer trying to do too much? 08:16 – Declining attendance at UBS Arena 13:23 – Are the Islanders wasting their opportunity with Schaefer? 24:13 – Islanders' disastrous power play 30:10 – Should Schaefer play the full two minutes on the power play? 33:05 – Rangers pull off a massive comeback against the Flyers 36:19 – Rangers' emerging young players and comparisons to Ryan Callahan 38:39 – Mike Sullivan's high praise for Ty Kartye 40:56 – What could Kartye's next contract look like? 43:49 – Rangers' fourth-line decisions 47:53 – Devils continue rolling with another win 51:37 – Jack Hughes and Anthony Mantha heating up 54:07 – Mike Rupp sounds off on Timo Meier's instigator penalty 57:54 – Devils vs. Islanders preview and closing thoughts #NHL #NYR #Isles #NJDevils #TriStateHockey #HockeyPodcast Presented by bet365 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The New Jersey Devils are rolling, the New York Rangers finally get back in the win column, and the New York Islanders are dealing with some concerns both on and off the ice! Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple are back for Episode 69 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by bet365. The guys kick things off with the Devils' impressive win over the Edmonton Oilers, Jack Hughes' evolution into a more complete player, Connor Brown's impact, and Connor Hellebuyck's strong start in New Jersey. Plus, should Hellebuyck get the start against his former team when the Devils visit Winnipeg? In New York, the Rangers snap their losing streak behind another strong performance from Dylan Garand. The guys discuss whether Garand has established himself as an NHL goaltender, the Rangers' defensive struggles, and their outlook in a crowded Metropolitan Division. Plus, a caller makes the case for Nikita Kucherov joining the Rangers! Finally, the crew discusses Matthew Schaefer's incredible gesture honouring his late mother, the latest Islanders injury updates, and growing concerns surrounding attendance at UBS Arena. 00:00 Intro & Episode 69 00:43 Devils Beat Oilers, Connor Brown Shines 04:03 Jack Hughes' Evolution & Defensive Commitment 12:05 Connor Hellebuyck's Impact on the Devils 17:12 Will Hellebuyck Face the Jets in Winnipeg? 22:00 Dylan Garand Proving Himself With the Rangers 29:41 Rangers' Defensive Struggles & Metro Division Race 32:48 Adam Fox & Will Cuylle's Strong Play 36:30 Nikita Kucherov to the Rangers? 41:19 Matthew Schaefer's Heartwarming Tribute to His Mother 45:58 Islanders Injury Updates 46:35 Islanders Attendance Concerns at UBS Arena 51:28 Devils vs. Islanders Preview 52:02 Tri-State Parlay & Final Thoughts Presented by bet365 #bet365 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matthew Schaefer continues to take the NHL by storm, the New York Rangers are shaking up their lineup, and the New Jersey Devils face questions following a tough loss to Colorado on Episode 68 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast! Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple kick things off with the New York Islanders, who have won four of their last six games following a thrilling overtime victory against the Minnesota Wild. The guys discuss Matthew Schaefer's incredible performance, whether he's already entering the Norris Trophy conversation, the impact of Peter DeBoer, and which Islanders could become trade candidates later this season. The conversation shifts to the New York Rangers, where Mike Sullivan's latest lineup changes have sparked debate. Is moving Gabe Perreault to the third line the right decision? The guys break down Pavel Dorofeyev's struggles, the Rangers' lack of consistency, and whether the team is handling its young players properly. Then, it's all about the New Jersey Devils following their difficult loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Mike Rupp questions Sheldon Keefe's approach to the defeat, while the guys debate whether there's really such a thing as a "scheduled loss" for a Stanley Cup contender. Plus, could Dylan Larkin be the Devils' next blockbuster addition? The guys discuss potential landing spots for the disgruntled Detroit Red Wings captain, including New Jersey, Carolina, and Washington. Presented by @bet365ca #bet365 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro & Islanders' Recent Success 00:59 – Would You Trade Matthew Schaefer for ANY Defenseman? 03:38 – Concerns Surrounding Anthony Beauvillier's Absence 05:03 – Would You Trade Schaefer for Connor McDavid? 08:11 – Mike Rupp Breaks Down Schaefer's Incredible Play 12:38 – Quinn Hughes Praises Matthew Schaefer 14:02 – Could Schaefer Win the Norris or Hart Trophy? 18:49 – Peter DeBoer's Impact on the Islanders 22:52 – Which Islanders Could Be Traded This Season? 28:01 – Rangers Shake Up Their Lines: Gabe Perreault Demoted 35:33 – Mike Sullivan Explains the Rangers' Lineup Changes 39:22 – Why Has Pavel Dorofeyev Struggled? 42:30 – Devils' Loss to Colorado: Is a "Scheduled Loss" Real? 43:50 – Mike Rupp Questions Sheldon Keefe's Comments 48:07 – Arthur Staple Defends Keefe's Approach 51:08 – Will Dylan Larkin Be Traded to the Devils? 53:13 – Carolina Hurricanes Emerge as a Possible Larkin Destination 54:08 – Could the Washington Capitals Land Dylan Larkin? 55:18 – Devils vs. Golden Knights Preview Subscribe for more Tri-State Hockey Podcast episodes covering the Rangers, Islanders, Devils, and everything happening around the NHL! #TriStateHockey #NYR #Isles #NJDevils #NHL #MatthewSchaefer #DylanLarkin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Connor Hellebuyck makes his New Jersey Devils debut, Semyon Varlamov celebrates an emotional return to the win column, and the New York Rangers continue to face tough questions without Igor Shesterkin on Episode 67 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast! Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple kick things off with Hellebuyck's impressive Devils debut against the Dallas Stars. The guys discuss New Jersey's dominant performance, Luke Hughes' continued emergence, and whether the Devils still need to pursue Quinn Hughes with his younger brother playing some of the best hockey of his career. On Long Island, Semyon Varlamov earns his first win in nearly two years as the Islanders survive a blown 3-0 lead against Nashville. The guys discuss Varlamov's remarkable comeback, Matthew Schaefer's massive workload, and whether the Islanders can sustain their success with such a thin margin for error. Finally, the Rangers are under the microscope following a rough stretch without Shesterkin. Is New York really built around its goaltender, or are the team's problems rooted in roster construction? The guys debate Shesterkin's $11.5 million contract, the Rangers' defensive struggles, and what needs to change moving forward. Plus, listener voicemails, potential Hughes brothers reunions, Islanders lineup decisions, and much more! Presented by bet365. Timestamps00:00 - Intro: Hellebuyck, Varlamov & Rangers Drama 00:57 - Connor Hellebuyck's Devils Debut 07:28 - How Hellebuyck Changes New Jersey's Confidence 13:50 - Luke Hughes Is Taking Another Step 18:52 - Devils Voicemail: Do They Still Need Quinn Hughes? 25:41 - Varlamov's Emotional Return to the Win Column 31:02 - Matthew Schaefer's Massive Workload 36:06 - Can the Islanders Sustain This Level of Play? 39:47 - Islanders Voicemail: Should Eklund Get a Bigger Role? 43:21 - Are the Rangers Really Built Around Shesterkin? 48:14 - Comparing the Shesterkin and Lundqvist Eras 52:05 - The Rangers' Roster Construction Problems 57:44 - Mike Rupp's Corey Schneider Comparison 59:12 - New York's Defensive Struggles 01:01:39 - What's Next for the Rangers? 01:03:48 - Final Thoughts & Upcoming Games #TriStateHockey #NJDevils #NYR #Isles #NHL #Hockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BREAKING NEWS: Connor Hellebuyck has been traded to the New Jersey Devils! Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp and Arthur Staple react to the blockbuster trade and what it means for the Devils, Winnipeg Jets and the future of the Metropolitan Division. The guys break down the return involving Dawson Mercer, Nico Daws, Alexander Command and draft picks, whether Winnipeg got enough in the deal, and how Hellebuyck transforms New Jersey's Stanley Cup aspirations. Could this also be the move that convinces Quinn Hughes to join his brothers in New Jersey? Plus, what does Hellebuyck's arrival mean for Jack Hughes, Sheldon Keefe and the Devils' biggest competition in the Eastern Conference? In the original episode, the guys break down the New York Rangers' heartbreaking loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Dylan Garand's performance without Igor Shesterkin, and the struggles of Pavel Dorofeyev. They also discuss the Devils' impressive play, Luke Hughes' development, potential trade targets, and the New York Islanders' latest loss to the Los Angeles Kings. All that and more on Episode 66 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by bet365! TIMESTAMPS — BREAKING: HELLEBUYCK TRADED TO NEW JERSEY 00:00 — Connor Hellebuyck TRADED to the Devils! 00:42 — Arthur Staple reacts to the blockbuster 03:18 — Mike Rupp: What Hellebuyck changes for New Jersey 05:12 — Have the Devils eliminated their biggest weakness? 07:14 — Full trade details revealed 09:21 — What the trade means for Sheldon Keefe 12:25 — Should Hellebuyck play against Winnipeg on November 10? 15:34 — Did the Devils keep Hellebuyck away from Carolina? 18:14 — The impact on the Rangers' goalie situation 20:34 — Jack Hughes and the Quinn Hughes factor TIMESTAMPS — ORIGINAL EPISODE: RANGERS, DEVILS & ISLANDERS 23:43 — Rangers collapse late against the Maple Leafs 28:24 — Film breakdown: What went wrong defensively? 36:21 — Dylan Garand's performance under the microscope 39:29 — What's going on with Pavel Dorofeyev? 45:22 — Rangers voicemail and late-game mistakes 52:36 — Devils dominate: Luke Hughes leads the way 59:06 — Sheldon Keefe's praise for Luke Hughes 01:01:53 — Devils voicemail and potential trade targets 01:08:03 — Islanders fall to the Los Angeles Kings 01:15:37 — Islanders voicemail and young-player discussion 01:23:26 — Revisiting the Tri-State season predictions Subscribe for more New York Rangers, New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders coverage throughout the 2026-27 NHL season. #ConnorHellebuyck #NJDevils #TriStateHockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a clean sweep for the Tri-State! Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple are back for Episode 65 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, breaking down wins for the New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils, and New York Rangers. The biggest story on Long Island surrounds Mathew Barzal's injury and uncertain return timeline. The guys react to comments from Islanders GM Mathieu Darche, discuss whether there's a disconnect between Barzal and the organization, and examine the Islanders' strong play under Peter DeBoer. Plus, could Simon Holmstrom become a trade chip in a blockbuster deal? In New Jersey, the Devils deliver one of their most impressive performances of the season against the Colorado Avalanche, but is Jack Hughes trying to do too much? The guys break down the Devils' defensive improvements, Jack's slow offensive start, and what it will take for New Jersey to become a legitimate Stanley Cup contender. Finally, the New York Rangers continue building momentum under Mike Sullivan! The guys discuss J.T. Miller's impact, the Rangers' improved defensive structure, their turnaround at Madison Square Garden, and whether Luke Glendening is the right depth addition. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro: Three Wins for the Tri-State Teams 00:34 – Mathew Barzal's Injury and Uncertain Return Timeline 04:10 – Is There a Disconnect Between Barzal and Islanders Management? 11:26 – Islanders Finding Success Under Peter DeBoer 15:05 – How Serious Are Barzal's Lingering Knee Issues? 20:34 – Islanders Voicemail: Simon Holmstrom's Future 24:17 – Could Holmstrom Be Part of a Blockbuster Trade? 30:53 – Viktor Eklund Shines in Islanders Win Over Anaheim 35:37 – Devils Dominate the Avalanche: Is New Jersey Turning a Corner? 37:41 – What's Going On With Jack Hughes? 42:29 – Mike Rupp on What Jack Hughes Needs to Change 48:56 – Rangers Keep Rolling Under Mike Sullivan 49:33 – J.T. Miller's Impact and the Rangers' Defensive Improvements 54:08 – The Rangers' Remarkable Turnaround at MSG 55:12 – Rangers Voicemail: Luke Glendening vs. Cole Beaudoin Presented by @bet365ca #bet365 #NHL #NYIslanders #NJDevils #NYRangers #TriStateHockey #JackHughes #MathewBarzal #Hockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The New Jersey Devils have made a statement, crushing the New York Rangers 7-1 in a heated rivalry showdown at Prudential Center! Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple are back for Episode 64 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast to break down New Jersey's offensive explosion, J.T. Miller's costly turnover, and whether the Devils have finally turned the corner after a frustrating start to the NHL season. What went wrong for the Rangers? The guys discuss the momentum-changing mistake from J.T. Miller, Dylan Garand's difficult night, Mike Sullivan's response, and why New York shouldn't panic after one ugly loss. They also dive into Will Cuylle's physical play, his fight with Brenden Dillon, and how much the Rangers forward could earn on his next contract. On the Devils' side, the conversation turns to Sheldon Keefe's adjustments, New Jersey's improved depth, Dawson Mercer's future, and whether the team needs another top-six winger alongside Jack Hughes and Jesper Bratt. Could Quinn Hughes still be the Devils' biggest target? Plus, the New York Islanders pick up another point in a tight matchup against the Ottawa Senators. Arthur breaks down Pete DeBoer's defensive structure, Semyon Varlamov's performance, Matvei Michkov's impact—correction: Matias Maccelli's impact—and how the Islanders could shuffle their lines once Mathew Barzal returns. Are the Islanders building something sustainable despite their limited offensive firepower? All that, fan voicemails, and more on the Tri-State Hockey Podcast! Presented by @bet365ca #bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Subscribe to the Daily Faceoff YouTube channel for more NHL coverage and catch the Tri-State Hockey Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! 00:00 Intro: Devils DOMINATE Rangers 7-1 01:46 J.T. Miller's Costly Turnover Changes Everything 06:31 Devils Get the Bounces, Dylan Garand Pulled 09:05 Should Rangers Fans Be Concerned? 11:46 Will Cuylle's Big Hit & Fight 13:27 How Much Is Will Cuylle Worth? 16:17 Are the Devils Actually Back? 19:11 Sheldon Keefe's Adjustments & Devils Depth 22:10 Fan Voicemail: Did Jonny Jinx the Rangers? 25:24 Devils' Depth Takes Centre Stage 28:27 Dawson Mercer's Future in New Jersey 30:28 Do Jack Hughes & Jesper Bratt Need Another Winger? 34:31 Devils' Disastrous 5-on-3 Power Play 36:29 Islanders vs. Senators: Defensive Battle 38:00 Pete DeBoer's Accountability & Islanders Defence 42:04 Can the Islanders Sustain This Success? 46:42 Matias Maccelli's Impact & Mathew Barzal's Return 55:08 bet365: Tri-State Playoff Odds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are the New Jersey Devils already in serious trouble? Can the New York Rangers overcome Igor Shesterkin's season-ending injury? On Episode 63 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple break down the biggest storylines surrounding the Devils, Rangers, and New York Islanders. The guys begin with the Devils' disappointing start to the 2026-27 NHL season following another frustrating loss to the Ottawa Senators. They examine New Jersey's struggles scoring at five-on-five, costly defensive breakdowns, and mounting pressure on head coach Sheldon Keefe. Is this simply a slow start, or are there deeper problems with the Devils' core? Plus, should New Jersey consider pursuing Quinn Hughes, and is it time to shake up the forward lines? Attention then turns to the Rangers, who are facing life without superstar goaltender Igor Shesterkin following his season-ending injury. Despite the devastating news, Mike Sullivan's team has shown encouraging signs of a new identity, improved defensive structure, and renewed confidence. The guys discuss Dylan Garand stepping into the spotlight, J.T. Miller's leadership, potential goaltending replacements, and whether the Rangers can still make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Mike Rupp also shares his experience playing for the Pittsburgh Penguins without Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Finally, Arthur Staple provides an update on the New York Islanders following their loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. The crew discusses Matthew Schaefer's incredible start, Bo Horvat's impact, Ilya Sorokin, and whether Peter DeBoer's Islanders have enough to compete for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Presented by @bet365ca #bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Subscribe to Daily Faceoff for more NHL coverage and catch new episodes of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast every Tuesday and Friday! 0:00 Intro – Episode 63 0:35 What's Wrong With the New Jersey Devils? 2:35 Devils' Five-on-Five Struggles and Sheldon Keefe's Future 5:19 Mike Rupp on Why Analytics Aren't Enough 8:19 Sheldon Keefe Calls Out the Devils' Stars 10:18 Breaking Down New Jersey's Defensive Mistakes 14:10 Why the Devils Are Falling Behind in the Eastern Conference 17:50 Should the Devils Pursue Quinn Hughes? 19:33 Time to Shake Up New Jersey's Forward Lines? 25:57 How Can the Devils Turn Their Season Around? 27:56 Devils' Tough Upcoming Schedule and Coaching Questions 31:36 Rangers Respond to Igor Shesterkin's Season-Ending Injury 32:59 J.T. Miller's Leadership and New York's New Identity 34:52 Should the Rangers Trade for a Goaltender? 36:07 Mike Rupp on Playing Without Crosby and Malkin 39:10 Rangers Fan Voicemail: Can the Season Be Saved? 40:05 Jonny Lazarus Makes His Case for the Rangers 42:22 Mike Sullivan's Decisions and Gabe Perreault's Impact 44:46 Islanders Recap: Loss to Tampa Bay and Playoff Outlook 47:08 Matthew Schaefer's Highlight-Reel Goal 50:24 bet365 Bet of the Night and Final Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The New York Rangers are rolling, the New York Islanders are finding their groove, and the New Jersey Devils are facing some serious early-season questions! On Episode 62 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by bet365, Jonny Lazarus, Mike Rupp, and Arthur Staple break down the latest around all three Metropolitan Division rivals, answering fan voicemails and diving into the biggest storylines of the 2026-27 NHL season. The guys begin with the New York Islanders, discussing Matthew Schaefer's growing impact, Bo Horvat and the power play, Anthony Duclair's strong play, Logan Stanley's surprising start, and the difficult lineup decisions awaiting Peter DeBoer when Mathew Barzal returns. They also discuss Ilya Sorokin, Semyon Varlamov, and whether Victor Eklund could be sent to the AHL. Attention then turns to the New Jersey Devils, where Sheldon Keefe's comments about the team's defensive mistakes spark a heated discussion about Jack Hughes, Luke Hughes, New Jersey's lack of defensive accountability, and whether Keefe could find himself on the hot seat if things don't improve. Finally, the guys break down the New York Rangers' impressive start, potential interest in Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin, what an Alexis Lafrenière trade could look like, whether the Rangers are legitimate Stanley Cup contenders, and the development of young defenseman Albert Schmitz. Plus, fan voicemails, plenty of laughs, and much more from around the NHL! Presented by bet365. 19+. Please play responsibly. Subscribe to Daily Faceoff for more Tri-State Hockey Podcast episodes, NHL analysis, breaking news, and coverage of the Rangers, Islanders, and Devils. #NYR #Isles #NJDevils #NHL #TriStateHockey #bet365 00:00 Intro – Episode 62 02:35 Islanders Power Play & Matthew Schaefer 09:47 Who Comes Out When Mathew Barzal Returns? 13:07 Logan Stanley's Impressive Start 16:22 Semyon Varlamov, Ilya Sorokin & Islanders Defence 24:09 Mike Rupp Defends His Luke Hughes Prediction 28:10 New Jersey Devils – Sheldon Keefe's Frustrations 32:04 Breaking Down the Devils' Defensive Mistakes 34:37 Jack Hughes' Defensive Struggles 36:55 Is Sheldon Keefe Losing the Locker Room? 42:20 Could the Devils Make a Coaching Change? 44:28 Devils Fan Voicemail & Controversial Whistle Rule 46:37 New York Rangers – Strong Start & Trade Needs 48:20 Dylan Larkin to the Rangers? Lafrenière Trade Talk 54:52 Are the Rangers Stanley Cup Contenders? 59:47 Should Albert Schmitz Play in the AHL? 01:03:31 Islanders' Heineman Goal Breakdown 01:04:34 Final Thoughts & bet365 Pick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 voicemail 1:56 Jonny’s Rangers home opener story 3:25 Islanders dominate the Devils again 6:38 Are the Devils still an elite team? 7:40 Do the Devils have a “B game”? 10:55 Concerns about New Jersey’s goaltending 14:47 Anthony Mantha’s fit with the Devils 16:23 Luke Hughes and the Devils power play 17:49 Victor Eklund is forcing the Islanders’ hand 20:37 The Islanders’ young core is taking shape 22:55 When should the Islanders extend Simon Holmstrom? 26:56 Rangers are rolling to start the season 27:40 What’s different about this Rangers team? 30:37 Rangers depth is making a huge difference 33:31 Rangers fans are buying back in 35:23 Igor Shesterkin has changed the energy at MSG 37:17 How Shesterkin’s goal impacted the Rangers 40:05 Dylan Garand steps up with a shutout 42:31 Matthew Robertson hits waivers 43:53 Who could the Rangers call up? 44:26 Alexis Lafrenière’s encouraging start 46:39 Rangers-Islanders preview + best bet 47:58 Final thoughts Presented by bet365 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Intro 0:53 Which loss was worse: Rangers or Islanders? 2:23 Islanders’ third line gets exposed by Toronto 2:57 Arthur reacts to the Islanders’ opening loss 5:00 Logan Stanley over Scott Mayfield? 7:01 Mike Rupp on how lineup decisions impact a locker room 10:04 Islanders voicemail: When can you judge a team? 13:06 Devils, Rangers & Islanders point predictions 14:52 Did the Islanders’ loss feel too much like last season? 15:34 Anthony Duclair stands out for the Islanders 19:12 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 younger 26:18 Rangers conversation begins 26:30 Rangers voicemail: Should Braden Schneider be traded? 28:02 Breaking down Schneider’s opening-night struggles 29:08 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 comments 35:25 Dylan Garand recalled from Hartford 36:48 Devils season preview 37:02 Devils voicemail: 2026-27 season predictions 38:26 Ranking the Devils’ bold predictions 40:28 Mike Rupp’s Jesper Bratt 100-point prediction 42:34 Can Jack Hughes reach 100 points? 43:12 Amadeus Lombardi makes the Devils roster 43:39 Sunny Mehta’s early impact on New Jersey 45:03 bet365 Bet of the Day 46:09 Outro Presented by bet365 #NHL #NYR #Isles #NJDevils #TriStateHockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 outro Presented by bet365 #NJDevils #NYR #Isles #NHL #TriStateHockey #NewJerseyDevils #NewYorkRangers #NewYorkIslanders #Hockey #NHLPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Intro 1:00 - Semyon Varlamov Returns After 662 Days 3:47 - The Devils' Goaltending Philosophy 5:19 - 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 Camp 20:38 - Albert Schmitz Impresses for the Rangers 27:53 - Pavel Dorofeyev's Shot & Rangers Offence 29:25 - Scott Mayfield Fighting for His Islanders Role 32:12 - Matthias Maccelli's Opportunity with the Islanders 34:29 - Matthew Schaefer Takes Over the Islanders Power Play 42:06 - Tri-State Voicemails 42:21 - Brayden Schenn's Role & the Anders Lee Debate 48:41 - 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 Narrative 1:04:50 - Bet365 Bet of the Day & Outro Presented by bet365 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – Welcome to Episode 57 | Jonny Lazarus is away 0:52 – Kenny Albert joins the show 1:41 – Kenny on calling multiple sports and his broadcasting career 7:21 – Taking over the Rangers TV booth after Sam Rosen 12:34 – Kenny Albert’s Olympic experience 13:17 – Calling the USA-Canada gold medal game 17:36 – How Kenny prepares for historic calls 19:24 – Planning Stanley Cup and gold medal calls 21:27 – Jack Hughes’ emotional postgame interview 24:37 – Rangers memories and the Centennial celebrations 26:29 – Calling the Rangers’ 1994 Stanley Cup Final 28:04 – How the 1994 Cup run led to Kenny meeting his wife 31:43 – Rangers, Islanders and Devils rivalry stories 35:31 – Which NHL players could become broadcasters? 42:14 – Wrapping up with Kenny Albert 43:51 – Luke Evangelista’s deal and the new NHL CBA 46:31 – Latest around the Devils and NHL training camps 46:50 – Bo Horvat named Islanders captain 47:44 – Why Matthew Schaefer doesn’t need the captaincy yet 50:47 – How teams will approach the shortened training camp 52:50 – Does the NHL even need preseason games? 53:52 – Final thoughts and outro Presented by bet365 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.