Blueshirts Breakaway EP 519 - Disasters Results & the Lafrenière Conversation with Colin Stephenson

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 Rangers beat (Peter Baugh of The Athletic, Mollie Walker of the New York Post, and Colin Stephenson of Newsday) gathers together to discuss the season's first 11 games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 and answer 5 star questions and discuss how some other sports are just falling short. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Rangers, growing up in NYC, and stories from the road. And finally, Vince answers your listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 depth and other nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 The Athletic's Pittsburgh Penguins beat writer Josh Yohe and answers to listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 return and answer some 5 star questions on if Panarin will sign this season and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 areas the Rangers will need to improve moving forward. Then, answers for the X questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week the guys announce that Vince will be joining the Blueshirts Breakaway feed to host his podcast "The Flying V" weekly on this same feed. Then the guys discuss Laba making the team, a quick recap of the offseason and expectations heading into the season Then you're never going to believe it but Vince joins the Breakaway to talk about the new partnership, breaks some news live and discusses the final roster decisions Finally the guys return and answer 5 star questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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 your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices