With the NHL now on Christmas break, Brendan Azoff and Stefen Rosner take a look at the Christmas Wishlists for the New York Rangers and New York Islanders. Both teams are neck and neck in the standings, with a few points separating the two. All that and more in the latest episode of The Backcheck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…

With the New York Islanders and New York Rangers tied in the standings, Stefen Rosner and Brendan Azoff discuss the latest from both franchises. Are the Islanders going to go and get a goal scorer at this year's traded deadline? The Rangers are winning again, but are they playing well enough? All this and more in the latest edition of The Backcheck…

What on earth were the Boston Bruins thinking when signing Mitchell Miller? How have the Islanders been able to have success? What's not working for Rangers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙

The New York Islanders and New York Rangers are both off to strong starts. The Rangers are 3-1-0, and the Islanders are 2-1-0. What's stood out? What's the concern? How important is the pronunciation of names? More in the latest episode of The Backcheck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Stefen Rosner and Brendan Azoff are back for Season 3 of The Backcheck. Training camps begin on Thursday. What do the guys think about their respective teams? What keeps Stefen up at night? All this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙

What's the latest on the Nazem Kadri front? How could the New York Islanders clear salary cap space to fit him? How can the New York Rangers play better at five-on-five? Jon Goyens, head coach of the Cape Breton Eagles, joins the show to discuss his new job, his pandemic projects and gives tremendous insight into Mathew Barzal and Alex Lafreniere. …

Who saw the Gaudreau decision coming? Did the Calgary Flames win the Matthew Tkachuk trade? How have the New York Rangers done this offseason? What are the New York Islanders up to? Stefen Rosner and Brendan Azoff discuss all this and more in the latest edition of The Backcheck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Brendan Azoff and Stefen Rosner chat with three 2022 NHL Draft prospects in Damian Palmieri, Chase Coward, & Tyler Palmer. Good luck to each of them in the draft, which kicks off Thursday, July 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙

The New York Islanders have promoted associate coach Lane Lambert in the wake of the Barry Trotz firing. The Rangers are headed to the next round of the playoffs and face the Canes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙

The Backcheck Host Brendan Azoff dives into the New York Rangers' upcoming playoff clash with the Pittsburgh Penguins, previewing the series and what to expect from the Blueshirts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙

The boys are back as they discuss the latest on the New York Islanders regarding injuries and Semyon Varlamov. Who should the Rangers bring in to help with scoring? Which teams are in trouble? All this and more in the latest edition of The Backcheck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Is Wirtz off his rocker...get it? Women's hockey not being in the Winter Olympics may be as unintelligent as hiring Peter Chiarelli to be your new general manager. Islanders make some roster moves on Monday and the reason why Patrick Nemeth has no business being in a New York Rangers starting lineup. This and more! Learn more about your ad choices.…

Contrary to popular belief, the New York Rangers do beat elite hockey teams. Despite the Islanders and their uphill battle to make the postseason, this is nothing new for this group. NHL updates COVID-19 policies and Leon Draisaitl is not a fan of name calling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

The New York Rangers took down the back-to-back Stanley Cup champs with ease in their last two contests, while the New York Islanders have won their last two and could potentially be on their way to another one of those elongated streaks. Jonny Lazarus of the Bleav in Rangers Podcast to dive in on what the Rangers are doing and what is the right ex…

The New York Rangers have four players on the All Star ballot, all deserving of making it. Robin Lehner returned to Long Island Sunday in what was an emotional day at UBS Arena. Owen Krepps of Vegas Hockey Now joins the show to discuss the latest from Vegas as they continue to dominate and what moves could be made to free up cap space when Jack Eic…

The New York Rangers seemingly can't lose, while the New York Islanders won their first game in over a calendar month after an 11-game losing streak. Islanders radio broadcaster Chris King joins the show to discuss his new spot at UBS Arena, the passion of the fanbase, the state of the team, and more in the latest edition of The Backcheck. Learn mo…

The offense is inept and it's not from a lack of skill. It's from a lack of commitment to their game and their time is running out to figure it out. On the other side, the Rangers are cruising and have showcased that they are a force. That and more in the latest edition of The Backcheck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…

The Islanders ended their 13-game road trip with a record of 5-6-2. The boys discuss why this 13-game stretch went as expected and how moving forward they should be much better. The Rangers have now won four in a row, as they are grinding for victories and are off to a strong start. Plus P.K. Subban needs to be suspended, Crosby should have been su…

Jack Eichel is now a member of the Vegas Golden Knights following a blockbuster trade with Buffalo. The Rangers are coming off a big win over the Panthers, despite being outplayed. The Islanders saw Varlamov return in a loss, as their road trip continues. Seattle Kraken broadcaster on Root Sports Northwest joins the show to talk about the newest NH…

In light of the investigation unfolding in Chicago, Stefen and Brendan show their support for Kyle Beach and call out the many people who failed the Blackhawks player. The Rangers are rolling thanks to netminder Igor Shesterkin while the Islanders look to fine-turn their game as their road trip continues. Hear their picks of the day and their favor…

The Rangers stars have not played well out of the gate, but find themselves 4-2-1. The Islanders are currently on a four game point streak and are 3-2-1, with Sorokin the main reason for their success. Colby Guy, credentialed contributor the Florida Hockey Now joins the show to discuss why the Panthers are off to their best start in franchise histo…

The Rangers, backed by the play of Igor Shesterkin, are off to a solid start while the Islanders are point-less through their first two games and will look to get their first win tonight against the Blackhawks. There is more news on Evander Kane, who seems to be digging his grave deeper and deeper. All this and more in the latest edition of The Bac…

The 2021-22 NHL regular season begins tonight, with two matchups on the schedule. The boys give the latest on the Islanders and Rangers, along with the biggest storylines to watch for this season. Special guest Cody Janzen of World Hockey Report joins the show to give his insight before the season begins. Catch The Backcheck every Tuesday from 5PM-…

We are almost a week away from the start of the NHL season. The main storyline is Robin Lehner and his willingness to speak out against NHL teams and the league in regards to behind the scene issues. Brendan and Stefen give their predictions on each division. Alexis Downie, host of NHL Ice Breakers, joins the show to give her take on Lehner, her st…

The preseason is upon us and the boys were on hand for the preseason rivalry action at MSG on Sunday. Growing up, we all despised certain players. Who was it for you? Jamison Coyle of NHL Network is back on the show as he talks about the network, his colleagues and more. Catch the show 5-6 PM on Radio Unhinged every Tuesday. Learn more about your a…

The boys celebrated their 50th episode by doing their first show together at the same location. After covering the latest in the NHL, the boys turn to Twitter to answer fan questions. Catch the episodes live from 5-6 on Radio Unhinged every Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Folks, hockey season is just around the corner. The boys talk goaltenders, as they choose who they think will be the starters come season's end for certain teams. Zach Parise officially signs with the Islanders, as he can help this team in more ways than one. The Rangers are prospect-heavy and those prospects are getting work in. All this and more …

Thanks to Altrunite, the boys were able to partake in an incredible tournament surrounded by former NHL players in Adam Graves, Stephane Matteau, Darren Langdon, Benoit Hogue, Brian Mullen and Colton Orr, as well as referee Kerry Fraser. The laughs, stories, and insight will never be forgotten. The boys share the biggest takeaways from the tourname…

Should the Montreal Canadiens match the offer sheet? Is it too much of a risk to send NHL players to the Beijing Olympics? Hockey author Matthew Blittner joins the show to discuss his books, the Islanders, Rangers and more! Catch show live on Unhinged Radio (@RadioUnhinged) 5-6 PM ET every Tuesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…

This past week was a tough week in hockey. Five players lost their lives as the hockey world is in mourning. Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of those that have passed. The boys dive into the latest in regards to the NHL 22 Cover, projecting the Rangers and Islanders starting lineups and more on this edition of The Backcheck. Catc…

After a week away from the mics, Stefen and Brendan are back to dive into the hottest topics from around the NHL. Ranger fans buy a "Free Eichel" Billboard in Buffalo, Matthews gets surgery on their wrist and Thornton heads to Florida. What's the boys' thoughts on goaltending in New York? All this and more on the latest edition of The Backcheck. Le…

What are the Buffalo Sabres doing with Jack Eichel? Favorite signing of the offseason thus far? Which GM's made mistakes? The boys give their take on the topics and more in episode 44. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙

The boys are back to discuss the travesty that was the Seattle Kraken Expansion Show on ESPN. Unlike Vegas, Seattle made zero side trades ahead of the expansion draft, a draft that left much to be desired. 2021 NHL Draft prospect Gannon Laroque joins the show as he hopes to see his name called. All this and more on the latest edition of The Backche…

The Islanders have cap room. The Rangers have a new player in Barclay Goodrow. Stefen just wants to see effort. Kyle Hall of The Broadway Hat Podcast comes on to talk about the newest member of the Rangers, his contract, and what he brings. All this and more on the latest edition of The Backcheck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm…

The boys are joined by everyone's favorite hockey inside, NHL Rumors Daily. Mr. NRD talks the latest on Tarasenko and the Islanders, Eichel and the Rangers, Seth Jones sweepstakes, the Seattle Expansion Draft and so much more on the latest edition of The Backcheck. Follow him on Twitter @NHLRumorsDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…

The Stanley Cup has been crowned and it is heading back to Tampa for a second straight season. Brendan Azoff and Stefen Rosner discuss a variety of topics from the finals, what occurred after as well as some big news out of St. Louis. This and more in the latest edition of The Backcheck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

The New York Islanders were sent home after a Game 7 loss sending New York into offseason mode. The Islanders have a major cap issue while the Rangers have a new coach and will look to add to get their team back in the postseason. Plus, we have Stanley Cup Final hockey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

The Islanders eliminated the Bruins after an outstanding performance at Nassau Coliseum. Stefen was in attendance and relives some of the moments. How will they fare against the Lightning? Brendan goes on a rant about Adam Fox and why he deserves to win the Norris Trophy. Who wins Game 6 between the Golden Knights and Avalanche? All this and more o…

The boys are back to discuss the latest in the Islanders series against the Bruins. Shannon Walsh of The Slapshot Sweethearts podcast joins the show to give her take on the Scheifele hit, the failure of Toronto, and who she believes will win the Vezina. All this and more on episode 37. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Is Nathan Mackinnon human? What is wrong with Nazem Kadri? The boys react to the biggest moments of Wednesday's action and look ahead to the games on tap for Thursday, especially with the Islanders back at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙

What an exciting start to postseason play as three of the four games so far have made their way to overtime, while the other seemed like it was on its way. The Islanders highlighted Stefen's day while the battle of Florida was Brendan's favorite thus far. All this playoff talk and more on the latest edition of The Backcheck. Learn more about your a…

It's playoff time! Brendan Azoff and Stefen Rosner are back to look ahead at the matchups. The Rangers fire Quinn, as the coaching search has begun. Former Islander Rob Schremp joins the show to talk about life overseas, his NHL career, and more on this edition of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

The Rangers fired upper management about twenty minutes after the last show. The boys discuss that along with the Islanders winning their last regular-season home game at the Coliseum. AJ Mleczko joins the show to talk Islanders, Olympics, and how we can grow the women's game. All this and more on the latest edition of The Backcheck. Learn more abo…

In this edition of The Backcheck, Brendan Azoff goes off about Tom Wilson's actions against the New York Rangers on Monday. Doug Smith, the man "Goon" was based on joins the show to give his two cents. Viewer discretion is advised. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙

The Rangers could get themselves very close to the Islanders as these two teams play Thursday and Saturday. The boys dive into the strong play of the Rangers while Stefen rips the Islanders for not waking up. Dan Rosen (@drosennhl) senior writer for NHL.com join the show to discusses the Rangers play of late and the importance of this mini-set with…

The boys are back on this Monday to discuss some big news in hockey as NBC is out as a potential secondary network for NHL. Andrew Shaw is calling it a career. Alexis Lafreniere is showing signs late in the season while Mat Barzal is struggling mightily. T Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

After both the Rangers and the Islanders take tough L's, the boys hop on to discuss their performances. NHL Rumors Daily joins the show to discuss the trade deadline, who he thinks is the best-built team for a long playoff run, and what he is hearing about the expansion draft. All this and more on the episode 29. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

The boys are back to discuss the play of the hometown teams. The struggling Islanders get an OT win in Philly, while the Rangers beat up on the Devils. This and more on the latest edition of The Backcheck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙

The boys are back as they look at the first impressions of some of the players traded on Monday. Shesterkin picked up his first shutout in his NHL career as the Rangers look to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Islanders have back-to-back games against the Bruins as the outcome affects not just the Islanders' fight to win the division, but the Ra…

The boys are back to recap the NHL Trade Deadline. Which teams bolstered their clubs? Which teams failed to get the proper return? All this and more on the latest edition of The Backcheck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesOleh Belly Up Media Network 🎙