Category Archives: Battle News

Rangers Name Sullivan 38th Coach in Franchise History

Posted on May 2, 2025 by Derek

A day after ESPN’s Emily Kaplan broke the story, the Rangers made it official by naming Mike Sullivan the new head coach. He becomes the 38th coach in franchise history. A former assistant who served under John Tortorella, Sullivan returns … Continue reading →

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Micheletti Announces Retirement From Broadcast Booth

Posted on May 1, 2025 by Derek

Exactly two weeks after Sam Rosen broadcasted his final game for the New York Rangers on MSG Networks, partner Joe Micheletti announced his retirement from the broadcast booth. After 19 seasons teaming up with Rosen to do Rangers games, Micheletti … Continue reading →

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Pressure is on Drury following contract extension

Posted on April 23, 2025 by Derek

Can the NHL go a couple of days without the Rangers making headlines? At this rate, I wouldn’t bet on it. Two days after breakup day following a disappointing season without making the playoffs, they’re in the news again. Earlier … Continue reading →

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Rangers Fire Laviolette and Housley following Dismal Season

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Derek

Following one of the most disappointing seasons in franchise history, the New York Rangers fired coach Peter Laviolette on Saturday. Assistant coach Phil Housley also was dismissed. Considering how miserable the year was, it was expected. Following a terrific 2023-24 … Continue reading →

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Gabriel Perreault Signs his ELC with Rangers

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Derek

Earlier this afternoon, the Rangers signed Gabriel Perreault to a three-year entry-level contract (ELC). The former first round pick was selected 23rd overall in the 2023 Draft. In two years with Boston College, Perreault totaled 35 goals and 73 assists … Continue reading →

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Rangers Trade Warrior, Lindgren to Avalanche in Five-Player Deal

Posted on March 1, 2025 by Derek

A day after dropping a tough one-goal game to the Maple Leafs, the Rangers decided to move on from another core piece. On Saturday, they traded Ryan Lindgren to the Avalanche in a five-player deal that saved them $1.475 million … Continue reading →

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Rangers Lose Fox to Upper-Body Injury

Posted on February 26, 2025 by Derek

The Rangers will be without Adam Fox for a while. During last night’s 5-1 win over the Islanders, he exited the game after landing awkwardly on his shoulder while taking a penalty. After being evaluated by the team, it was … Continue reading →

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MSG Legendary Studio Host Al Trautwig Passes Away

Posted on February 25, 2025 by Derek

On Monday, February 24, 2024, MSG legendary studio host Al Trautwig passed away due to complications from cancer. He was 68. New York Knicks studio analyst Alan Hahn revealed the sad news on Twitter yesterday. Hahn paid tribute to Trautwig … Continue reading →

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Shesterkin Deserves Criticism for Latest Mess

Posted on February 23, 2025 by Derek

After two weeks of time off for most of the roster, the Rangers looked unprepared in a humiliating 8-2 loss to the Sabres last night in Buffalo. That included starting goalie Igor Shesterkin, who let in a soft goal to … Continue reading →

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Edstrom Out for Tonight’s Game

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Derek

In less than an hour, the Rangers take on the Golden Knights at Madison Square Garden. They’ll look to snap a three-game losing streak. Coming off a disappointing 6-3 loss to the Bruins yesterday, they’ll be without one of their … Continue reading →

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