Monthly Archives: March 2014

Rangers add Raphael Diaz to back end

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Derek

In a move to address blueline depth, the Rangers added defenseman Raphael Diaz from the Canucks for a fifth round pick. A former Canadien who represented Switzerland at the Sochi Games, the 28-year old Diaz is a serviceable righty puck … Continue reading →

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Devils acquire Tuomu Ruutu, keep Brodeur

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Derek

On a day many players moved, the biggest one to stay put was Devils goalie Martin Brodeur. A day after making 20 saves in an emotional home start highlighting the Devils’ 4-3 win over the Red Wings, the 41-year old … Continue reading →

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Islanders trade Vanek to Montreal

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Derek

The Islanders traded Thomas Vanek to the Canadiens  for prospect Sebastian Collberg and a second round pick. Vanek wasn’t willing to re-sign with the Islanders forcing Garth Snow to a corner. Vanek moves to Montreal as a rental before becoming … Continue reading →

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Thank You Captain Cally

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Derek

  When a player fans idolize is traded, it’s hard to put into words. For the Rangers and their fans, Ryan Callahan epitomized what it means to be a Ranger. Since the day he was drafted, Callahan has been a … Continue reading →

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Captain for Captain: Rangers trade Callahan for St. Louis

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Derek

  In an absolute blockbuster of epic proportions, the Rangers have traded Ryan Callahan to the Lightning for Martin St. Louis. Astonishingly, the much ballyhooed rumor WFAN’s Boomer Esiason first leaked following the Olympic Break has actually happened. The deal … Continue reading →

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Canucks stun hockey world by trading Luongo to Panthers

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Derek

Roberto Luongo is finally free from Vancouver. The stunning news just came down that the Canucks have indeed unloaded the 34-year old goalie back to Florida. Astonishingly, Canucks general manager Mike Gillis was able to get a decent return from … Continue reading →

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Islanders send MacDonald to Flyers

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Derek

The Islanders have dealt Andrew MacDonald to the Flyers for a 2014 third round pick and a 2015 second rounder. The 27-year old defenseman tallied four goals and 20 assists with two power play goals and two game-winners in 63 games … Continue reading →

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McKenzie: Callahan and Rangers nearing extension

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Derek

It looks like Ryan Callahan could be staying. According to TSN’s Bob McKenzie, Callahan and the Rangers are close to reaching agreement on a new deal. In the final year of a contract that pays him $4.275 million, he’ll turn … Continue reading →

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Wild trade for Bryzgalov

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Derek

The Wild are out on Martin Brodeur. Instead, they have traded for Ilyz Bryzgalov. Searching for insurance to help rookie Darcy Kuemper, Minnesota opted to send a fourth round pick to Edmonton for Bryzgalov. At 30, Bryzgalov has been a … Continue reading →

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The Final Sendoff for Brodeur?

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Derek

Is this really it? Nobody knows what will happen with Martin Brodeur. The legendary Devils goalie is scheduled to start tonight’s home game against the Red Wings in Newark. It could be the final time he plays for the only … Continue reading →

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