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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Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp break down the latest from the Islanders, Devils, and Rangers in this packed Episode 14!

The guys dive into Matt Barzal's passionate response to Mason Marchment, the Islanders' surging vibe under new management, the Devils' costly mistakes despite strong efforts, and whether Adam Fox's return can spark the inconsistent Rangers ahead of the Winter Classic.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro & Islanders Segment Begins (Barzal slash, team culture, Anders Lee extension talk)

27:54 - Devils Segment Begins (Sheldon Keefe debate, costly breakdowns vs. Capitals)

42:01 - Rangers Segment Begins (Adam Fox return, inconsistency, Winter Classic & Olympics talk)

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Welcome to Episode 13 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast, presented by Novig, as Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp break down a brutal week for all three teams — with the Islanders sliding, the Devils looking revived with Jack Hughes back, and the Rangers stuck in a full-blown offensive crisis. We start with the Islanders’ worst stretch in weeks, the impact of Bo Horvat’s absence, and whether anyone beyond Barzal can finish chances. Then it’s the Devils — Jack Hughes’ instant impact, the return of key pieces, and whether New Jersey is finally stabilizing defensively. Finally, we dive into four fiery Rangers voicemails, the lack of sustained pressure, the Alexis Lafrenière frustration, and why the team keeps laying eggs vs the league’s worst clubs.

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00:00 – Islanders Struggles & Horvat Injury Fallout

15:45 – Devils Get Healthy & Look Dangerous Again

28:25 – Rangers Fan Meltdown + Lafrenière Concerns

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In Episode 12 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast presented by Novig, Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp break down a huge week across the Metro. The Devils grind out a defensive battle in Vegas, Brett Pesce returns in a big way, and Jake Allen steals the show. The Islanders fall short but their depth, trade-deadline decisions, and the Pageau/Lee dilemma spark a great debate. Then the guys close it out with Rangers talk and what's next for Artemi Panarin.

Young energy, team identity, and a fun voicemail that sets up the conversation.

Smart hockey talk across three fanbases — buckle up.

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00:00 – Show Open

03:00 – Devils Segment (Pesce returns, Allen vs. Markstrom debate, team defense improving)

18:45 – Islanders Segment (Voicemails, Pageau/Lee futures, deadline philosophy)

47:46 – Rangers Segment (Trocheck/Panarin future)

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Episode 11 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast dives headfirst into the chaos surrounding the New York Rangers, as Jonny Lazarus is joined by longtime NHL reporter Arthur Staple and Stanley Cup champion Mike Rupp to unpack one of the most talked-about situations in the league. The trio breaks down Mika Zibanejad being scratched for missing a team meeting, what it says about standards inside the Rangers’ room, and whether this moment signals something larger about the organization’s direction. From Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba’s emotional return to Madison Square Garden to speculation around the Rangers’ reported interest in Quinn Hughes and what that means for Adam Fox, nothing is off the table. The conversation then shifts to the New Jersey Devils, where frustration is mounting after missing out on Hughes, questions surround Tom Fitzgerald’s long-term plan, and the impact of no-move clauses, injuries, and roster construction comes under the microscope. A must-listen episode for Rangers, Devils, and Islanders fans alike.

0:00 Intro

0:45 New York Rangers: Mika Zibanejad scratched and team standards

7:00 New York Rangers: Discipline vs star treatment

12:40 New York Rangers: Reading between the lines

17:30 New York Rangers: Quinn Hughes rumors and Adam Fox implications

24:30 New York Rangers: Kreider and Trouba return to MSG

31:15 New York Rangers: Chris Kreider’s playoff legacy

38:00 New Jersey Devils: Fallout after missing on Quinn Hughes

41:30 New Jersey Devils: No-move clauses and roster flexibility

45:00 New Jersey Devils: Injuries, patience, and pressure

57:43 New York Islanders: Brief Islanders check-in

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Episode 10 of the Tri-State Hockey Podcast dives into a pivotal week for all three New York-area teams as Jonny Lazarus, Arthur Staple, and Mike Rupp break it all down. The Islanders remain one of the hottest teams in the East, but concerns arise after Bo Horvat goes down with an injury and the guys examine how sustainable this run really is. The Devils’ conversation turns tense as New Jersey’s slide continues, goaltending questions grow louder, and frustration spills out both on the ice and in the locker room. The Rangers round out the show as the guys react to a brutal no-show in Chicago, discuss the returns of Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba, and debate what’s missing from this group right now. Plus, listener voicemails and a league-wide debate on the NHL’s flawed points system and whether a 3-2-1 format should be adopted.

00:00 – Islanders surge, Horvat injury & depth response

~19:25 – Devils spiral, goaltending concerns & roster pressure

~45:00 – NHL standings & 3-2-1 points system debate

~50:00 – Rangers no-show in Chicago, Kreider & Trouba return discussion

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