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Kreider passes Jagr to set new Rangers’ single season record for power play goals

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Derek

During the first period of tonight’s game versus the Devils, Chris Kreider scored a power play goal at 17:57 of the first period. The goal was Kreider’s league-leading 25th power play goal of the season. In doing so by neatly … Continue reading →

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Rangers make solid pickup acquiring Frank Vatrano from Panthers

Posted on March 16, 2022 by Derek

Chris Drury made a move today. In what could be a signal the Rangers are going to be busy until next Monday’s March 21 trade deadline, the team made a sensible deal by acquiring Frank Vatrano from the Panthers for … Continue reading →

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Panarin in protocol, Jones in for Nemeth, Lafreniere on second line for big test in rematch versus Lightning

Posted on January 2, 2022 by Derek

Normally, I don’t post blogs leading up to a game. However, with it being a good measuring stick to see where the team is, the rematch versus the champion Lightning starts soon in a Sunday afternoon matinee at MSG. News … Continue reading →

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NHL COVID restrictive measures leads to more cancellations, Canada closing its border, early Christmas Break, no Olympics, plus a look at hockey history nicknames

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Derek

In predictable news that was expected, the NHL’s new COVID restrictive measures lead to more cancellations. With spikes in COVID due to the new Omicron variant, Canada also decided to close its border. That means no games between American teams … Continue reading →

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Rangers place Shesterkin on IR, Next Man Up

Posted on December 4, 2021 by Derek

As expected, the Rangers placed starting goalie Igor Shesterkin on the IR due to the lower-body injury he suffered during the third period of last night’s 1-0 win. At the very minimum, he’ll miss the next three games including tonight’s … Continue reading →

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Zibanejad in COVID Protocol as Rangers prepare for Sabres

Posted on November 20, 2021 by Derek

Don’t expect to see Mika Zibanejad tomorrow night when the Rangers host the Sabres. The number one center is in COVID protocol. Colin Stephenson had the first update followed by Mollie Walker and Vince Mercogliano. Mika Zibanejad is in Covid … Continue reading →

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Blais done for season with right ACL tear, why Reaves didn’t go after Subban

Posted on November 16, 2021 by Derek

The news isn’t good for the Rangers. Sammy Blais is done for the season with a torn right ACL. He suffered the injury during Sunday’s 4-3 win over the Devils when he and P.K. Subban came together in the corner. … Continue reading →

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A Foxy Return! Rangers sign Adam Fox to well deserved extension

Posted on November 1, 2021 by Derek

It didn’t take long for the Rangers to get Adam Fox signed to an extension. Fittingly, after he notched the game-winner in last night’s 3-1 win over the Kraken, Team President and GM Chris Drury got the rating Norris winner … Continue reading →

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Foxy effort not enough in tough overtime loss to Stars in emotional home opener

Posted on October 18, 2021 by Derek

It started the right way. Every Ranger wore the classic home white jerseys with the number 7 and the name Gilbert on the backs as they skated during warm-ups. Prior to last night’s game,the Rangers paid tribute to franchise legend … Continue reading →

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Rangers’ shortsighted thinking on roster could cost them the promising Kravtsov

Posted on October 12, 2021 by Derek

What a difference 24 hours makes. A day ago, I was very excited to post my half glass full expectations for an improved New York Rangers who begin play at old Patrick Division rival Washington on Tuesday night. While that … Continue reading →

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