Best Ryan Mead And Greg Kaplan Podcasts (2025)

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The Flying V EP 6: A Chat with Sam Rosen and Remembering Larry Brooks 1:14:49

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14h ago1:14:49

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This week on the Flying V, Vince recaps the Rangers grabbing their first home win and a wild back-and-forth game against the Lightning. Then, he's joined by legendary Rangers broadcaster Sam Rosen to discuss the season and life outside the booth. And, a tribute to the late Larry Brooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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BSB OT - Remembering Larry Brooks 54:13

6h ago54:13

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On this BSB OT the guys discuss the passing of Larry Brooks and what he meant to NYR coverage. Then Vince joins the show to talk about his time interacting with Larry and shares some stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ryan Mead and Greg Kaplan

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Blueshirts Breakaway EP 521 - NYR Win at MSG 1:23:01

1h ago1:23:01

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The guys open the show discussing Gabe's call up before the NSH game and how Trocheck's return can lengthen the lineup. Then the guys come back to react to the NSH win and how NYR finally win on home ice! How this version of Laf can change NYR's projection and how they need to keep the momentum Then the guys throw back to themselves before the NSH …

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The Flying V: EP 5 - You've Got Mail 1:06:48

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It's mailbag time! The Athletic's Vince Mercogliano recaps the week that was for the New York Rangers, including their road win streak coming to a screeching halt when they returned home. Plus, Vince answers your questions regarding Trocheck's return to the lineup, Panarin's struggles, early season trade chatter, and much more. Learn more about you…

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Blueshirts Breakaway EP 520 - Win Streaking, Othmann's NYR Tenure & Living In the Moment 1:31:18

11d ago1:31:18

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The Rangers have a win streak! The guys discuss how impressed they are by Sullivan's coaching and how unimpressed they are by the lack of scoring. What will it take to trust this team and who needs to step up. There is also a discussion on the trade deadline and how to approach it. Then the guys return and discuss Game 7 (of course), how they would…

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The Flying V: EP 4 - The Writers Roundtable with Peter Baugh, Mollie Walker, and Colin Stephenson 1:03:33

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In this episode of The Flying V, Vince Mercogliano joins from the road to update fans on the aftermath of the Rangers 2-0 win over the Canucks, the improved defensive play under coach Mike Sullivan, and the ongoing concerns about the Rangers' ability to generate offense. Plus, it's the first installment of the Writers Roundtable, as the entire Rang…

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Blueshirts Breakaway EP 519 - Disasters Results & the Lafrenière Conversation with Colin Stephenson 1:42:07

18d ago1:42:07

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This week the guys talk about actual disaster losses vs the Sharks and Flames, how the stink from last year has held over and how Laf needs to be evaluated moving forward Then Colin Stephenson of Newsday joins the Breakaway to discuss Igor's comments post game, what's fun about this NYR team and how they can change the vibes Finally the guys return…

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The Flying V: EP 3 - The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent with Dave Starman 1:22:15

20d ago1:22:15

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This week on the Flying V, Vince Mercogliano discusses the lack of scoring talent in the Rangers lineup, what the Rangers can do to put more pucks in the net, and whether this is a cold streak to start the season or a bigger problem that will need addressing. Plus, ESPN-NY and MSG color commentator Dave Starman talks about his new role with the Ran…

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Blueshirts Breakaway EP 518 - Trust The Process with Jonny Lazarus 1:48:05

25d ago1:48:05

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This week the guys discuss the loss to MIN and how NYR have only scored 1 goal at home and yet... there's still hope? Then Jonny Lazarus of Morning Cuppa Hockey and 100 other things joins the Breakaway to discuss the changes Sullivan has made, defensive structure and more Finally the guys return to answer some 5 star questions about curses, scoring…

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The Flying V: EP 2 - Secret Garden 1:19:09

30d ago1:19:09

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This week, Vince Mercogliano tackles a litany of injury updates currently plaguing the New York Rangers, offensive adjustments the team needs to make following three home shutouts, what the team's early season performance means for the big picture, and the defensive improvements the team has made under coach Mike Sullivan. Plus, a conversation with…

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Blueshirts Breakaway EP 517 - Trocheck & Soucy Injuries and A Solid Start with Ben Norris 1:41:55

1M ago1:41:55

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This week the guys discuss... actual hockey, what the Trocheck and Soucy injuries do for this team, how long could they be out, who's playing well, Adam Fox, Igor.... we get to talk everything, how nice. Then actor Ben Norris joins the Breakaway to discuss the vibes around the team, play team therapist and discuss his 5 hot takes. Finally the guys …

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The Flying V: EP 1 - Allow Me To Re-Introduce Myself: Takeaways from Opening Night & The Athletic's Peter Baugh 1:32:28

1M ago1:32:28

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Vince Mercogliano is back behind the mic! In the inaugural episode of The Flying V, Vince discusses his transition to The Athletic, expectations for the Rangers this season, and the reaction to opening night. Plus, Peter Baugh of The Athletic joins the show to break down the opening night loss against the Penguins, what it means moving forward, and…

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EP 516 - NYR Season Preview & Huge Announcement With Vince Z. Mercogliano 2:00:55

1M ago2:00:55

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EP 515 - JT's Injury Scare, Schneider's Spot, Lack of Camp Battles & End of One Season Start of Another 1:09:01

2M ago1:09:01

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This week the guys discuss JT's groin, Schenider's top 4 spot on the bottom pair, what spots are left to win out of camp and more Then the guys return and Ryan forced Greg to record 6 minutes after the Mets season ended. Then the guy answer some 5 star questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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EP 514 - NYR Preseason & Captain JT Miller without Mollie Walker 1:32:55

2M ago1:32:55

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This week the guys discuss, you guessed it, Conor Sheary and if any of the kids will make the team coming out of preseason and what that means for Othmann. Then Mollie Walker of the NY Post does NOT join the Breakaway Finally the guys return and answer some 5 star questions while Ryan interviews Greg about the state of the Mets. Learn more about yo…

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EP 513 - The Kirill Kaprizov Saga Begins & NHL Season Preview with Emily Kaplan 1:34:16

2M ago1:34:16

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This week the guys discuss Kaprizov's potential free agency and if trading for him is the right move. Then Emily Kaplan of ESPN join the Breakaway to discuss this upcoming NHL season, the Olympics, player empowerment and storylines to watch Finally the guys return and answer 5 star questions where Greg accuses Ryan of being elitist Learn more about…

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EP 512 - Which Top NHL Players Are Most Likely To Become NYR? McDavid, Hughes, Eichel and More. 1:06:17

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This week the guys discuss the top 30 in GAR by their friends EvolvingWild and discuss who could potentially become a NYR player in the future before they sign their large contracts. Then the guys answer some 5 stars, as always. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ryan Mead and Greg Kaplan