Forever Blueshirts - A New York Rangers Podcast

Don Maloney on Rangers Glory, 1979 Finals Heartbreak & Flames Future

Episode Summary

Don Maloney stops by to talk Rangers' glory days and his current building of the Calgary Flames

Episode Notes

Join Jim Cerny on Rink Wrap for an exclusive interview with Don Maloney, President of Hockey Operations for the Calgary Flames and a legendary New York Rangers alumnus. Don reflects on his NHL debut, the 1979 Stanley Cup Finals loss to the Montreal Canadiens, working with icons like Herb Brooks and Glen Sather, the 1994 Rangers' Cup win over the Islanders, and his current mission to build a contender in Calgary. From Rangers-Islanders rivalries to modern NHL insights, this is a must-watch for hockey fans!

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Timestamps: 

0:00 - Introduction & Don Maloney's Early Support for the Show 

2:00 - Dave Maloney's Broadcasting Career & JD's Influence 

4:00 - Don's NHL Debut with the Rangers & 1979 Playoff Run 

6:00 - Reflections on the 1979 Stanley Cup Finals Loss 

8:00 - 1994 Rangers Cup from the Islanders' Perspective 

10:00 - Magical 1993 Islanders Playoff Run & Dale Hunter Hit 

12:00 - Working with Legends: Bill Torrey, Neil Smith & Glen Sather 

14:00 - Challenges as Islanders GM & Rangers Assistant GM 

16:00 - Lessons from Coaches: Herb Brooks, Al Arbour & More 

18:00 - Favorite Rangers Moments at Madison Square Garden 

20:00 - Calgary Flames Outlook: Rebuild, Dustin Wolf & Young Core 

22:00 - Rasmus Andersson Future & Flames' Cap Flexibility 

24:00 - NHL Expansion, Winning in Non-Traditional Markets & Rivalries 

26:00 - Wrapping Up: Thanks & Final Thoughts

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