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The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are finally here! In this full preview, we break down every first-round matchup, key storylines, and our bold predictions for who will hoist the Cup this spring. From the powerhouse Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes to potential upsets and Cinderella runs, we cover the entire bracket — including Eastern Conference favorites like the Hurricanes, Sabres, and Lightning, plus Western threats like the Stars and more. As New York hockey fans, we also dive into what this postseason means for the Rangers, Devils and Islanders rebuilding efforts, and why the 2026 playoffs could deliver chaos, overtime thrillers, and unforgettable moments. Join our Stanley Cup Playoff Bracket! league name: BAH Stanley Cup Playoffs2026 https://bracketchallenge.nhl.com/en/leagues/38987 Chapters: 0:00 Intro 3:14 Rangers locked into 3rd best NHL Lottery Odds26:08 Devils Hire Sunny Mehta41:30 5 Burning Playoffs Questions1:10:00 Eastern Conference Breakdown 1:58:00 Western Conference Breakdown 2:37:00 Big Apple Hockey Takeaways Who’s your pick to win the 2026 Stanley Cup? Drop your bracket in the comments below! Don’t forget to LIKE if you’re hyped for the playoffs, SUBSCRIBE to Big Apple Hockey for more Rangers, Islanders, and NHL coverage all year long, and hit the bell for notifications so you never miss a video. #NHLPlayoffs #StanleyCup2026 #NHLPreview #BigAppleHockey - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

COMMENT YOUR THOUGHTS ON THIS WILD WEEK!!!!! Big Apple Hockey breaks down a wild week for the New York Tri-State NHL teams! We recap every game, highlight standout performances, and analyze what it means for the Islanders, Devils, and Rangers as the 2025-26 regular season winds down. Islanders (42-31-5) April 3: Loss vs. Philadelphia Flyers (1-4) April 4: Loss at Carolina Hurricanes (3-4) The Isles dropped two straight and are battling to stay in the Metropolitan Division mix. We discuss their recent skid and remaining schedule. April 5: Islanders fired Patrick Roy Devils (40-35-3) April 2: Big win vs. Washington Capitals (7-3) April 4: OT loss vs. Montreal Canadiens (3-4) April 5: Shutout win at Montreal (3-0) April 6: Devils part ways with GM Tom Fitzgerald April 7: Tough loss vs. Philadelphia Flyers (1-5) New Jersey showed flashes of offensive firepower but ultimately got eliminated from playoff contention after the Flyers rout. We dive into the highs, lows, and what’s next for the young core. Rangers (33-36-9) April 2: Loss vs. Montreal Canadiens (2-3) April 4: Win vs. Detroit Red Wings (4-1) April 5: Dominant win vs. Washington Capitals (8-1) The Blueshirts put up big numbers in a pair of home victories after a tough loss to the Habs. We break down the scoring outburst and evaluate their play as they play out the string. Blueshirts got back-to-back hat tricks from Gabe Perreault and Will Cuylle for the first time since 1982. Plus, we go around the entire NHL with the latest standings, playoff races, key storylines, and league-wide news in our popular NHL Bar Talk segment. Who stepped up? Which teams are surging toward the playoffs? And how do the local New York teams stack up heading into the final stretch? Drop your thoughts in the comments — which Tri-State team disappointed you most this week? 🔔 Subscribe to Big Apple Hockey for daily Islanders, Rangers, Devils, and full NHL coverage! 👍 Like if you're a New York hockey fan and hit the notification bell so you never miss a Bar Talk! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The tale of two New York teams couldn't be more different this week. The Rangers suffered a humiliating 6-3 home loss to the rival New Jersey Devils at Madison Square Garden, with Jack Hughes and Connor Brown each posting a goal and two assists as the Blueshirts continued their late-season struggles. Meanwhile, the Islanders stayed in the thick of the Eastern Conference wild card race with clutch performances, including Ilya Sorokin's NHL-leading 7th shutout of the season in a 1-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets and a strong power-play showing in Toronto. In this full week recap (3/18 - 3/26), we break down every key moment: • Rangers blown out at home by the Devils • Islanders' playoff hustle with shutout wins, tough losses, and big homestand action • Standings updates, goaltending battles, and what it means for both teams heading into the final stretch Who’s the real New York hockey story right now — the sinking Rangers or the fighting Islanders? 🟠 Subscribe for daily NY Rangers & Islanders coverage! 👍 Like if you're a Rangers or Islanders fan! 🗣️ Comment: Rangers or Islanders — who had the better week? What are your thoughts? Comment Below! We'd love to hear from you! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 #NewYorkRangers #NYRangers #NewYorkIslanders #NYIslanders #NHLRecap #RangersVsDevils #IslandersPlayoffs #NYHockey #NHL2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join the Big Apple Hockey crew for an action-packed livestream breaking down the hottest New York hockey stories and league-wide buzz! We kick things off with Brayden Schenn's highly anticipated debut with the New York Islanders! Fresh off that blockbuster trade-deadline move from the St. Louis Blues (where he waived his no-trade clause and got a hero's welcome back in STL), the veteran center and former Cup champ is already meshing in—bringing veteran grit, faceoff prowess, and two-way play to Long Island. Is he the missing piece for a deeper playoff push? Next up: Alexis Lafrenière is finally showing flashes of that elite potential with the New York Rangers. After a rollercoaster season, Laf's stepping up with more consistent production, power-play contributions, and noticeable engagement—could this be the breakout we've all been waiting for from the former #1 pick? Then we shift to the surprise of the East: the Buffalo Sabres surging to the top spot in the Eastern Conference standings! With strong play, a positive goal differential, and a hot streak, Buffalo's making noise—are they legit contenders or riding momentum? Our NHL Bar Talk rounds up the biggest headlines from around the league, from trades and standouts to under-the-radar stories. And stick around for the fun: we dive into Puckdoku (the hockey version of the daily puzzle game) and Obscurities, where we challenge each other (and you in the chat!) to name forgotten players, one-timers, and deep-cut NHL names that'll have you saying "Wait, he played where?!"Great hockey talk, laughs, and interactive games—what more could a fan want? Drop your takes in the comments: Does Schenn elevate the Isles? Is Laf turning the corner? Can Buffalo stay on top? Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more New York hockey coverage from Big Apple Hockey—Rangers, Islanders, Devils, and league-wide vibes! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Welcome - Brayden Schenn Islanders Debut Breakdown - Alexis Lafrenière's Emerging Potential - Buffalo Sabres Taking Over the East - NHL Bar Talk: League Headlines - Puckdoku & Obscurities Games #NHL #Islanders #Rangers #Sabres #BigAppleHockey #Puckdoku 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

🔔 Hit that subscribe button and turn on notifications so you never miss Big Apple Hockey's takes on the Rangers, Islanders, Devils, NHL news, and more! 👍 Like if you're still buzzing from Team USA's gold! 💬 Comment below: Which American star was your MVP of the Olympics? Team USA made history at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina, capturing their first men's hockey **gold medal** in 46 years with a thrilling 2-1 overtime victory over rival Canada. Jack Hughes delivered the golden goal just 1:41 into OT, while Connor Hellebuyck stood tall with 41 saves to secure the win—America's first Olympic men's hockey gold since the legendary Miracle on Ice in 1980! From the dramatic overtime heroics in Milan to an epic hero's welcome back home, the celebrations continued stateside. The team touched down in Miami (thanks to a Northeast blizzard reroute), rocking their gold medals at a South Beach hotspot, leading patriotic crowds in the national anthem, and partying like champions before heading back to their NHL clubs. Now, with the Olympic break over, the **NHL regular season** fires back up on February 25, 2026—bringing these gold-medal winners right back to the ice with their teams, carrying that unbreakable Team USA momentum into the playoff push! In this video, we break down: - The full recap of the epic gold-medal game (Hughes' heroics, Boldy's early goal, Hellebuyck's brilliance) - Post-game celebrations in Milan and the wild Miami victory lap - How this triumph puts USA Hockey "back on the map" after decades of near-misses - What it means for the NHL's return to action—star power, rivalries, and fresh energy Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan, proud American, or just love epic sports stories, this is the feel-good hockey moment we've all been waiting for! #TeamUSA #OlympicHockey #NHL #USAHockey #GoldMedal #JackHughes #MiracleOnIce #NHLSeason #Hockey #MilanoCortina2026 #BigAppleHockey 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Team USA led 1-0 vs Sweden and Canada trailed 3-2 vs Czechia with BOTH GAMES going into Overtime. The results: Canada wins it on a Mitch Marner backhand goal and Quinn HUGHES wins it for Team USA! Will they face each other for Gold? How did you like these games?! Comment Below! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The most coveted NHL Trade Deadline piece can be moved as early as today! Who will secure the services of New York Rangers' winger Artemi Panarin? We may know as soon as 3pm as the Rangers may deal the winger before the 3pm Olympic Roster Freeze! Also the New York Islanders are holding on to a playoff spot, but they are getting pressure from a unique challenger in.... we'll tell you! All this and our NHL Bar Talk! Where do you think Panarin is going? Comment Below! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week, the New York Rangers released another "Rebuild" Letter and announced that they will not re-sign Artemi Panarin. Where will he land? Meanwhile, New York Islanders' Ilya Sorokin has played so unbelievably well that he may be the NHL MVP. Our crew delves into this and the biggest news around the NHL! Where do you think Artemi Panarin will be traded to? COMMENT BELOW! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 #NYR #BAH #ISLES #NHL #NHLBarTalk 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, New York Islanders' Matthew Schaefer drew high praise from NFL Legend Tom Brady as he scored 2 goals to beat former New York Islanders' captain John Tavares and the Toronto Maple Leafs. The New York Rangers decisively won the 2026 NHL Winter Classic in Miami over the Florida Panthers, but lost goaltender Igor Shesterkin and defenseman Adam Fox on Monday and the New Jersey Devils are in disarray as the New York Islanders CRUSHED them last night. Are they heading for disaster? All this and our NHL Bar Talk! What are your thoughts? Comment Below! We'd love to hear from you! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 #NYR #Isles #NJdevils #nhl #nhlbartalk #nhlnews #nhltraderumors #nhlpodcast #NHLtalk 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Rangers, New York Islanders and New Jersey Devils are limping their way into the NHL Christmas break. Who can pull themselves out of a losing streak? Elsewhere around the NHL, the Toronto Maple Leafs are struggling MIGHTILY and Craig Berube on the hot seat, but should he be? Who will miss the playoffs? Rangers, Islanders or Devils? VOTE WITH A COMMENT BELOW!!! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 Chapters: 00:00 Intro #NHL #NYR #Isles #NJDevils #NHLBarTalk #NHLrumors #NHLnews 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We analyze the NY Rangers and NY Islanders' recent hot streaks and project whether they will make the NHL Playoffs. Also, the NJ Devils have hit a rough patch, will this cost them their season? We'll tell YOU! Our NHL Bar Talk goes around the NHL to look at the headlines everyone is talking about. What are your thoughts? Comment Below! We'd love to hear from you! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 #NHL #NYR #Isles #NJDevils #NHLBarTalk #NHLrumors #NHLnews 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are your thoughts? Comment Below! We'd love to hear from you! - BAH linktree: https://linktr.ee/bigapplehockey - For more articles and opinions go to X, Instagram, - For Big Apple Hockey MERCH buy here: https://www.ebay.com/usr/bigapplehockey In this video, we examine the New York Rangers and New York Islanders facing tough stretches over the next two weeks that could determine their season's fate. Our crew breaks down the schedule as well as the turnstiles known as the New Jersey Devils' defense. Are their problems simply in net or more? Also, is it time to panic in Edmonton as the Oilers see another 8-spot on their scoreboard. All this and our NHL Bar Talk goes around the league! Any footage used is considered Fair Use and we do not own the copyright for anything NOT held by us. This video features materials protected by the Fair Use guidelines of Section 107 of the Copyright Act. All rights reserved to the copyright owners. For more Rangers coverage: Follow John Filkowski on X: @92in82 For more Islanders News: Follow Anthony LaRocco on X: @ALaRocco0801 Chapters: 0:00 Intro 3:45 Rangers heading into tough stretch 18:30 Islanders ready for the test? 31:00 Devils defensive concern? 37:00 Panic in Edmonton? 45:17 NHL Bar Talk 1:32:00 BAH Pick 'Ems 2:00:00 Puckdoku 2:20:00 Comments and Q&A 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5524704804995072 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices