The Healthy Scratches A Blueshirts Podcast

This week on The Healthy Scratches A Blueshirts Podcast, hosts AJ, Dan, and Nick break down a strong 3–1 week for the New York Rangers. The trio highlight the many positives from the stretch, focusing on the areas where the team has noticeably improved and how those changes are contributing to more consistent play.

Despite the success, the guys voice concerns about the limited opportunities for the young players, questioning why they aren’t getting the extended minutes or roles many believe they’ve earned. They debate whether fans should be worried about the long-term impact of this trend.

The conversation then widens to the rest of the NHL, as the hosts look at significant injuries around the league and how those are reshaping team trajectories. They also discuss the surprising possibility of the St. Louis Blues becoming sellers at the trade deadline far earlier than expected.

To close out the episode, AJ, Dan, and Nick preview the week ahead for the Rangers, offering thoughts on matchups, what fans should keep an eye on, and what can realistically be expected from the team in the coming games.

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