“New Ice City” is a weekly podcast hosted by Vincent Mercogliano, New York Rangers beat reporter and NHL analyst for the USA TODAY Network. Each episode will feature Vince’s insights on the latest news and rumblings surrounding the Blueshirts, as well as interviews with an array of guests from the hockey world. Download and subscribe on any platform where you find your podcasts, or by visiting lohud.com/rangers.

Episode List

Season 5 finale! NY Rangers 2025-26 schedule release and a chat with Dave Maloney

Jul 17th, 2025 8:30 AM

Episode 189 of "New Ice City" features the Season 5 finale of your favorite New York Rangers podcast! Dave Maloney of MSG Networks joins the show to discuss his new role as Blueshirts lead TV analyst and his passion for the upcoming Shoulder Check Showcase, which will be held Thursday, July 24 at Terry Conners Rink in Stamford, Conn. Plus, host Vincent Mercogliano reacts to the Rangers' 2025-26 schedule release and answers fans questions about prospects knocking on the NHL door, next season's lineup projection and team president Chris Drury's track record.

Digesting the NY Rangers offseason moves and looking ahead with ESPN's Emily Kaplan

Jul 10th, 2025 8:00 AM

Episode 188 of the "New Ice City" podcast takes time to process the New York Rangers' offseason activity now that NHL free agency has slowed down and delves into the debate about whether Mika Zibanejad should play center or wing next season. Plus, Emily Kaplan of ESPN joins the show to go inside the K'Andre Miller trade and look ahead to future moves and host Vincent Mercogliano answers fans questions about Artemi Panarin, Scott Morrow and prospect development camp.

NY Rangers pull off three big moves on a busy opening day of NHL free agency

Jul 2nd, 2025 8:00 AM

Episode 187 of the "New Ice City" podcast offers reaction to the New York Rangers signing Vladislav Gavrikov, re-signing Will Cuylle and trading K'Andre Miller on the opening day of NHL free agency. Host Vincent Mercogliano analyzes how team president Chris Drury was able to pull it all off, what to make of the roster changes and where it leaves the Blueshirts moving forward.

NY Rangers give up No. 12 pick in NHL Draft as they prepare for critical week

Jun 25th, 2025 8:20 PM

Episode 186 of the "New Ice City" podcast debates the merits of the New York Rangers' decision to send the No. 12 overall pick in Friday's NHL Draft to the Pittsburgh Penguins in favor of keeping their 2026 first-rounder. Plus, host Vincent Mercogliano reveals everything he's hearing about the trade market and the Blueshirts' plans for free agency next week, including the likelihood of trading K'Andre Miller and replacing him with UFA defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov.

NY Rangers face big draft decision as NHL offseason heats up

Jun 19th, 2025 8:00 AM

Episode 185 of the "New Ice City" podcast explains why the New York Rangers are waiting until the final hours to make their decision on this year's first-round pick while looking ahead to the NHL Draft and free agency. Plus, Chris Peters of FloHockey joins the show to discuss options if the Blueshirts keep the No. 12 pick and host Vincent Mercogliano answers fans questions about K'Andre Miller, Mika Zibanejad and what we can learn from the two-time champion Florida Panthers.

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