Monthly Archives: September 2013

Good start for Brassard who looks to build on last year

Technically, it was Alain Vigneault’s first win behind the Ranger bench. The new coach saw a vastly different roster defeat the Flyers 3-2 in Philadelphia. They were led by Derick Brassard, who notched a goal and helper in his first … Continue reading

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Devils up-close: Looking at the goaltenders

New Jersey brought six goaltenders to camp this year, but unlike on forward and defense there are no roster spots to be won for the parent club. Everyone knows who the big two are, and we’ll get to them in … Continue reading

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Rangers visit Flyers: Rookie competition heats up

Twenty four hours after seeing one bitter rival, the Rangers will get reacquainted with another down I-95 when they visit the Flyers. It will be mostly a different roster with only holdovers Dominic Moore, Darroll Powe and Cam Talbot in … Continue reading

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Preseason: Rangers lose 2-1 to Devils

It was about what was expected. The Rangers dropped a 2-1 decision to the Devils at The Rock. For preseason, it was alright I guess. The Devils goal scorers were Mattias Tedenby and Eric Gelinas. The Rangers lone tally was … Continue reading

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Devils sign Brunner to PTO

  As the Devils get ready to take the ice tonight, there was one other piece of news off it. This one isn’t a surprise. The club has signed free agent Damien Brunner to a pro tryout. The 27-year old … Continue reading

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It’s Go Time: Rangers and Devils Preseason

The Rangers and Devils renew acquaintances tonight at The Prudential Center in Newark. Sure. It’s just preseason. But it’ll be nice for both sides of the Hudson rivalry to see some semblance of their teams playing hockey again. It’s always … Continue reading

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Stralman late tally highlights Blue win over White

Anton Stralman’s goal in the final seconds gave Team Blue a 3-2 scrimmage win over Team White at the Rangers training center in Greenburgh, New York. Brian Boyle stood out scoring twice. He finished off a power play goal (seriously) … Continue reading

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Biron vs Hedberg for backup

Leave it to Alain Vigneault to spice things up with our backup goalie. He brought Johan Hedberg into camp to challenge Marty Biron. You had to figure something was up. Why else would Moose be on a PTO? In an … Continue reading

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Ranger Prospects Poll

One of the most exciting aspects of training camp is getting the chance to see prospects. With Derek Stepan unsigned and Ryan Callahan uncertain for the season opener, the Rangers have a few kids worth following. Danny Kristo was acquired … Continue reading

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Devils up-close: Analyzing the forwards

Of the thirty-one forwards invited to Devils camp, maybe about seventeen or eighteen have a realistic chance to make the big club – given the fourteen one-way contracts on the roster, plus Stephen Gionta who likely isn’t going to be … Continue reading

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