Monthly Archives: February 2022

Demko stones Kreider, Rangers as the Canucks win at MSG, Miller Time, spirited third period comeback too late, questionable lineup decision by Gallant

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Derek Felix

It was too little, too late for the Rangers. A spirited third period comeback didn’t change the outcome. In the end, Thatcher Demko (31 saves) and a dismal second period were too much to overcome in a 5-2 loss to … Continue reading →

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Rangers and Penguins gave us a glimpse into potential first round series, the controversial call on Lindgren a reminder of NHL hypocrisy, it’s Miller Time with Canucks in town

Posted on February 27, 2022 by Derek Felix

Yesterday’s afternoon game was the return of the NHL on ABC. In the old 3 o’clock window that I previously mentioned from my days spent at ESPN in the trailer providing Stat paks for the production crew, the Rangers and … Continue reading →

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A Rangers Pioneer Part I: Emile “Cat” Francis

Posted on February 26, 2022 by Derek Felix

On Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022, the Rangers lost a legendary pioneer. Emile “Cat” Francis was a huge part of the Original Six franchise. He was 95. It was as a coach and general manager that he helped shape the team … Continue reading →

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Devils improved offense, same old goaltending lead to mixed results

Posted on February 26, 2022 by hasan4978

The best thing I can say about these last two games – besides the improved offense – is just the mere fact at least hockey’s back to stay for a while, until the end of the season in another two … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere shines in strong win over Capitals, Reaves turns Wilson into a ghost, Kreider gets 34th as Rangers move into second with the Penguins on deck

Posted on February 25, 2022 by Derek Felix

Way back in October, there was so much anticipation for the season opener at Washington. That fell flat along with the Rangers, who dropped a 5-1 decision to the Capitals on Oct. 13. There were no fireworks then. In Game … Continue reading →

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Rangers Flashback: Tony Granato

Posted on February 22, 2022 by Derek Felix

In 1988-89, the Rangers boasted a pair of rookies who had an immediate impact. Of course, Brian Leetch is well known. Following a 17-game cameo fresh out of Wisconsin in ’87-88, he scored 23 goals and had 71 points to … Continue reading →

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Strome snaps drought in hard fought 2-1 win over Senators, Panarin gets winner on power play, Shesterkin almost scores empty net goal

Posted on February 20, 2022 by Derek Felix

Hockey is a game of inches. It was literally for Igor Shesterkin. With over a minute left and his team nursing a one-goal lead, he gathered the puck and took a good shot at the empty net. It looked like … Continue reading →

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A deserved point for Rangers in six round shootout loss to Red Wings, Staal cheered in return, Strome misses on chance to win it, Shesterkin save prevents loss in regulation

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Derek Felix

Let’s be honest. Did the Rangers get what they deserved last night? Absolutely. All you had to hear was coach Gerard Gallant in a brief press conference indicate that his team got the one point they deserved. For a second … Continue reading →

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USA loses to Slovakia in quarterfinals upset at Olympics

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Derek Felix

In case you’re wondering about the former Ranger coach, David Quinn had guided Team USA to a perfect record in Olympic preliminary action. They even beat Canada to earn the top seed in the elimination round. None of that mattered. … Continue reading →

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Emotional Shesterkin returns to lead Rangers to exciting 2-1 win over Bruins in unpredictable shootout, Miller gets winner

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Derek Felix

Twenty-four hours ago, there was a great college hockey game played up in Boston between Northeastern and Boston University. It was won by BU 1-0 on a late goal to lead the Terriers to the Beanpot Title on Monday night. … Continue reading →

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