Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp are back for Episode 22 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig — and today it’s Islanders heavy with a healthy dose of Rangers frustration (and zero Devils talk — sorry Devils fans, we’ll make it up to you Friday!).

The New York Rangers continue to sleepwalk through games, especially brutal slow starts that have become a multi-year epidemic. The guys dig into why the team can’t get out of neutral in the first 10 minutes, whether it’s personnel, motivation, accountability, or just the reality of a lost season. They also react to listener frustration about fragile lineups, lack of tone-setters, and the MSG “aura” that no longer intimidates anyone.

On Long Island, things are actually interesting. Matthew Schaefer continues to look like a unicorn, Ilya Sorokin is playing at an elite level, and the Islanders are quietly building something real. The panel discusses:

• Whether now is the time to be aggressive buyers for a goal-scorer (Jordan Kyrou? Kent Johnson? Shane Pinto?)
• Tony DeAngelo’s remarkable career revival at $1M — trade him, extend him, or just enjoy the steal?
• Playing up vs. down to competition — why the Isles beat elite teams and drop points to bottom-feeders
• The long-term value of having a high floor (new arena, young stud D, organizational stability) post-Tavares era

Plus listener voicemails galore: Rangers slow starts, Isles consistency issues, Tony D love, Marner return vibes, and one very fired-up anonymous caller telling Rangers fans to stop crying :D

Timestamps

00:00 – Episode 22 intro & why we missed Friday

02:00 – Rangers are officially done — and it’s showing everywhere

03:30 – Voicemail: Why can’t the Rangers ever start games on time?

10:00 – What kind of line should actually start games in 2025–26?

16:00 – MSG isn’t scary anymore — whose fault is that?

20:00 – Voicemail: “Rangers fans stop crying — Bettman will save you again”

25:00 – Rebuilds aren’t successful until you win something (sorry San Jose / Chicago fans)

29:00 – Should Isles go after Jordan Kyrou? What would the package look like?

35:00 – Is Long Island actually becoming a desirable destination again?

38:00 – Voicemail: Why do Isles play up AND down to their opponent?

46:00 – Tony DeAngelo is worth every penny — extend or trade?

52:00 – Voicemail: Mitch Marner return & why Islanders are in a better place post-Tavares

58:00 – Wrap-up + Devils fans, we promise love on Friday

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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 update

00:30 – Rangers "Letter 2.0" breakdown — what Drury really said

04:00 – 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 debut

31:00 – Luke Hughes injury concern & Dougie Hamilton trade debate

37:00 – Devils' long-term window vs. goaltending reality

42:00 – Listener voicemail on Seamus Casey + Devils prospect logjam

46:00 – Islanders road trip recap + Anthony Duclair's heater (new stick magic)

52:00 – Drouin frustrations + broken-stick 5-on-3 rant

58:00 – Wrap-up & what’s next

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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 check

02:30 – Islanders shut down Edmonton & Sorokin’s Vezina case

08:00 – What makes Sorokin different + elite calm factor

14:30 – Matthew Schaefer vs McDavid & Islanders’ belief

20:00 – Islanders trade-deadline dilemma: buy, sell, or tweak?

31:00 – Rangers hit rock bottom: defense, confidence, identity

36:30 – Why the Rangers’ path forward is finally clear

40:00 – Trocheck vs Panarin: who actually brings trade value?

47:30 – Fan voicemails & Rangers’ uncomfortable reality

55:00 – Wrap-up & what’s next

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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?

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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-in

00:49 - Islanders pond hockey magic & team vibes

02:19 - Holmstrom shorthanded wizardry & depth heroes vs MIN

04:39 - Sorokin Vezina case & "someone always steps up"

08:23 - Patrick Roy clip & Islanders' special sauce

14:39 - Should the Islanders go for it now? (window with Schaefer's ELC)

19:36 - Devils bounce-back vs MIN — Hischier, Bratt, Hamilton

23:32 - 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 exposed

38:50 - No Lindgren welcome-back video — vibes & culture concerns

43:08 - Playoff math reality check: must-win territory

50:33 - Laf demotion, no fire, and offensive future questions

55:30 - Novig pick (Islanders ML) & wrap-up

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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple and Mike Rupp are back on episode 17 of the Tri-State Hockey podcast, and it was a rough one for two-thirds of the Metro teams. All three Tri-State clubs lost last night, but the vibes couldn't be more different:

The Islanders remain steady, showing heart and process even in defeat. Meanwhile, the Devils are in free-fall — fragile, broken, and searching for leadership after another ugly loss (including that brutal 9-0 beatdown). The Rangers continue their maddening inconsistency — hot starts, killer turnovers, no pushback, and a whole lot of "here we go again" energy.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro & grim recap (all 3 teams lose)

01:45 - Jersey John's devastating voicemail — Devils darkness

05:15 - Quinn Hughes miss — turning point or excuse?

09:05 - Jesper Bratt slump & leadership issues

15:05 - Keefe's "perception vs reality" quote reaction

18:20 - Fire Fitz / Fire Keefe conversation

30:07 - Islanders praise

35:20 - Barzal's evolution & "what do you need" mentality

43:15 - Brett's great voicemail — Barzal playoff riser defence

50:28 - Rangers frustration — turnovers, no pushback, pride missing

01:07:25 - Voicemail — Drury criticism & long-term Rangers gloom

01:13:24 - Dolan patience, culture change, & what's next

01:15:35 - Upcoming games + Novig betting picks

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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Stanley Cup champ Mike Rupp dive into Episode 16 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, unpacking a wild weekend of drama across the Rangers, Islanders, and Devils!

The crew starts with the Devils' boiling point: Fan frustration boils over with Luke Hughes getting booed relentlessly after a tough night—debating if it's misplaced anger, team accountability, potential shakeups (starting with GM Tom Fitzgerald?), and how the players and organization handled the fallout. They also hit on the Islanders' thrilling OT win over the Leafs, Matthew Schaefer's star-making performance (including that epic goal and Tom Brady shoutout), comparisons to Matt Barzal's hyped rookie year, and budding rivalries like Islanders-Leafs. Plus, a nod to the Rangers' massive Winter Classic victory in Miami, and voicemails galore from fired-up fans driving the conversation.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro & Weekend Recap (Islanders' Schaefer magic, Rangers Winter Classic win, Devils drama)

00:58 - First Voicemail & Devils Segment (Luke Hughes booing deep dive, fan behavior, team response)

13:40 - Second Voicemail & Shakeup Talk (Team inconsistencies, GM Fitz accountability, frustration buildup)

21:56 - More Devils Voicemails & Analysis (Misplaced anger, player maturity, making it right with fans)

27:01 - RANGERS TALK!

41:20 - Islanders Segment (Schaefer's OT heroics vs. Leafs, Barzal's rise, rivalry vibes)

55:14 - Voicemail: Barzal vs. Schaefer Hype Comparison

01:05:30 - Closing & Novig Picks (Rangers moneyline) Presented by Novig Subscribe for more Tri-State hockey talk every week!

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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp kick off 2026 with a fiery Episode 15, reacting to the freshly announced Team USA Olympic roster and its massive implications for the Tri-State teams!

The trio unpacks the stunning Adam Fox snub—why he was left off despite his elite play, the potential fallout with Rangers management (including GM Chris Drury and coach Mike Sullivan), and what it means for Fox’s future in New York. They also debate other notable omissions like Jason Robertson, compare Seth Jones’ inclusion, and explore whether this could light a fire under Fox or spark bigger changes.

Later, they tackle the Islanders’ recent struggles and offensive woes, the Devils’ emotional rollercoaster (including that wild Columbus comeback), Jack Hughes vs. Matt Barzal, and a quick look ahead to the Winter Classic in Miami.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro & Team USA Roster Reaction (Adam Fox snub deep dive)

23:43 - Voicemail & Islanders Segment (Barzal vs. Hughes debate, offensive struggles, Horvat injury concern)

29:58 - Devils Segment (Toronto loss, Columbus comeback, lack of emotion, trade shakeup talk)

44:46 - Simon Nemec’s absence impact & quick Winter Classic preview

49:55 - Closing & Novig picks

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