Category Archives: Battle News

Blackhawks deal Bickell and Teravainen to Hurricanes

It was understandable why the Hawks did what they did. At least they won. What about the Rangers’ big risks? Big changes are ahead. Continue reading

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Islanders take risk with Cizikas

The Islanders overpaid Casey Cizikas. Is he worth it? What does it mean for Nielsen, Martin and Okposo? Continue reading

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Sam Rosen wins Foster Hewitt Award

Finally, Sam Rosen will be recognized for his dedication to the Rangers. Congrats. Continue reading

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Ulf Samuelsson to coach Hurricanes’ AHL affiliate

The Rangers won’t have Ulf Samuelsson back on their coaching staff next season. The top assistant on Alain Vigneault’s staff was hired by the Hurricanes today. He’ll coach Carolina’s AHL affiliate Charlotte Checkers. A former Ranger who was part of … Continue reading

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Howie Rose leaving Islanders

Howie Rose is a legend. Here are my thoughts and memories of him calling hockey games for the Rangers and Islanders. Continue reading

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Hagelin plays big role for Penguins, Pens vs Lightning in battle of 2014 Rangers

New Post: It won’t be easy for Ranger fans watching the ECF between #Lightning #Penguins Continue reading

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Hamonic loves being an Islander

On break up day, the Islanders got some great news. Travis Hamonic loves being an Islander. The 25-year old shutdown defenseman previously requested a trade prior to the ’15-16 season due to someone close in his family not doing well. … Continue reading

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Lindberg has bilateral hip labral surgery

In a surprise, the Rangers announced that forward Oscar Lindberg underwent bilateral hip labral surgery. The announcement came on the team’s official Twitter account. It might better explain why Lindberg didn’t play much down the stretch. After getting off to … Continue reading

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Rangers re-sign Raanta, Bigger decisions remain

New Post: Antti Raanta is back for two more years. #NYRangers Continue reading

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Leafs win the NHL Draft Lottery

In no surprise to anyone who was paying close attention, the Maple Leafs won the NHL Draft Lottery. Held prior to Game Two of the Eastern Conference Semifinal between the Penguins and Capitals, NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly read off … Continue reading

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