Category Archives: Battle News

A good bridge deal for Vesey to prove himself

Posted on July 17, 2018 by Derek

Today, the Rangers announced the re-signing of restricted free agent Jimmy Vesey. One of four players who filed for salary arbitration, he took a very fair bridge deal worth a reported average of $2.275 million through 2020. In his first … Continue reading →

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The reaction to Cody McLeod re-signing

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Derek

I never would’ve expected it. However, Cody McLeod will return to the Rangers in ’18-19. The veteran fourth liner re-signed for a year at $750,000. The 34-year old spent most of his career with Colorado before playing parts of the … Continue reading →

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Happy Fourth of July!

Posted on July 4, 2018 by Derek

On Independence Day, I wanted to wish everyone a Happy Fourth of July! I hope everyone is enjoying their holiday with friends and family. It’s America’s 242nd Birthday. Hard to believe that way back in 1776, the American Revolution resulted … Continue reading →

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Islanders bring back Matt Martin, sign Lehner

Posted on July 3, 2018 by Derek

The Islanders are moving on from the devastation of John Tavares leaving for the Maple Leafs. They’re doing it in odd fashion, by loading up on third and fourth liners. After agreeing to a four-year deal with former Leaf Leo … Continue reading →

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Rangers re-sign Namestnikov, add defenseman Claesson

Posted on July 2, 2018 by Derek

Day One of free agency is in the books. It went as expected if you’re a Ranger fan. They didn’t do much. Committed to a rebuild, it appears there will be no quick fixes or overpaid stars coming to Broadway. … Continue reading →

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Tavares says goodbye to Islanders, chooses the hometown Maple Leafs

Posted on July 1, 2018 by Derek

Not everyday you can live a childhood dream pic.twitter.com/YUTKdfMALl — John Tavares (@91Tavares) July 1, 2018 John Tavares is going home. It sounds like it was a difficult decision for him to make. Shortly after Russia pulled a huge upset … Continue reading →

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Brodeur and St. Louis highlight 2018 Hockey Hall of Fame Class with Willie O’Ree

Posted on June 27, 2018 by Derek

Congratulations to the Class of 2018! #HHOF #HHOF2018 pic.twitter.com/KSwDIUKHQM — Hockey Hall of Fame (@HockeyHallFame) June 26, 2018 Yesterday, the phone call came for Martin Brodeur. The all-time winningest goalie and shutout leader will be inducted into the Hockey Hall … Continue reading →

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Report: Islanders and Trotz close in

Posted on June 21, 2018 by Derek

The expected is about to happen. Once Barry Trotz left his post with the Capitals after guiding them to their first Stanley Cup, he was going to become the next coach of the New York Islanders. The only question was … Continue reading →

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Taylor Hart Hall wins MVP on emotional Awards night

Posted on June 21, 2018 by Derek

https://twitter.com/ardaocaltv/status/1009621521164189696?s=21 This wasn’t your normal Awards show. Once again, the NHL celebrated its best in Las Vegas. In a longer than usual show, there was plenty of emotion and tears for hockey fans, players, etc. The highlight for me was … Continue reading →

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Rangers open up at home against Nashville, trading Hayes is risky unless it’s a home run

Posted on June 20, 2018 by Derek

Yesterday, the preseason schedule was announced. It wasn’t too revealing. The usual allotment of games for the Rangers against rivals, the Islanders, Devils and Flyers. The only thing I hope is that there will be more evaluation of whatever prospects … Continue reading →

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