Monthly Archives: February 2016

A night worthy of a legend

Posted on February 10, 2016 by hasan4978

After all the hype and anticipation that had been building for months to yesterday’s number retirement ceremony for the legendary Martin Brodeur, the hour between 6:15 and 7:15 last night actually managed to live up to the advance buildup, if not … Continue reading →

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Rangers look to slow down Crosby, Pens

Posted on February 10, 2016 by Derek

A while back, the Pens were underachieving. Then they fired coach Mike Johnston and replaced him with former Rangers assistant Mike Sullivan, who had been coaching AHL affiliate Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. It took some time for them to get on track. Finally, … Continue reading →

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Devils legend Brodeur made Hudson Rivalry great

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Derek

It will be a special night in Newark. It’s already been memorable for Devils legend Martin Brodeur, who finally saw his statue unveiled Monday before a gathering full of a sea of black and red at The Prudential Center. As … Continue reading →

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Rangers hold on against relentless Devils 2-1

Posted on February 8, 2016 by Derek

Well, they sure didn’t make it easy on themselves. Can this schizo team ever? Even after controlling most of the game, the Rangers to hold on for a 2-1 win over the scrappy Devils at MSG. What should’ve been an … Continue reading →

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Enough whine over McDonagh and Simmonds

Posted on February 8, 2016 by Derek

Since their match against the Flyers on Saturday, plenty has been said in the aftermath of Wayne Simmonds’ sucker punch that KO’d Ranger captain Ryan McDonagh. To their credit, the Rangers dug deep rallying back for an emotional 3-2 shootout … Continue reading →

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Yandle’s tying goal with 12.9 seconds left sparks big shootout win over Broad Street Bullies

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Derek

It would’ve been easy for them to just give up after the loss of their captain. In an emotionally charged game that saw Wayne Simmonds knockout Ryan McDonagh literally with a left hook leading to a match penalty, the Rangers … Continue reading →

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Brodeur honored with statue, number retirement

Posted on February 6, 2016 by hasan4978

While the next few days are crucial to the Devils’ present playoff chase, they’ll also be celebrating a big part of their storied past by honoring legendary goaltender Martin Brodeur early next week with both a statue outside the Prudential … Continue reading →

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Miller Time in Rangers’ comeback win over Wild

Posted on February 5, 2016 by Derek

It was Miller Time again at The Garden. J.T. Miller stayed hot as he helped lead the Rangers to a big 4-2 comeback win over the Wild. After a disappointing first period that saw them fall behind 2-0 on Minnesota … Continue reading →

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Klein practices but won’t play, Glass sits

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Derek

Astonishingly, Kevin Klein practiced even with a fractured thumb. The injury occurred on a check from Devils forward Reid Boucher with 3:02 left in the Rangers’ 3-2 loss Tuesday. Klein immediately left the ice in pain. Coach Alain Vigneault indicated … Continue reading →

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The headache that is the Rangers

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Derek

Picture the anticipation of something great only to be let down. Maybe it’s a cool ride everyone’s told you about at a amusement park. Or a new movie that’s out. Or a rock concert or Broadway show. Whatever it is, … Continue reading →

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