Category Archives: Battle News

Trade Deadline: Rangers/Coyotes Full Details

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Derek

After putting together my thoughts on what is a highly risky trade for Keith Yandle, here is the full breakdown. Rangers Get D Keith Yandle D Chris Summers 2015 4th Round Pick Coyotes Receive D John Moore F Anthony Duclair … Continue reading →

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With Yandle trade, Sather risks future for Stanley Cup

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Derek

The Rangers are going for it. The trade for Keith Yandle is as ballsy and dangerous as it gets. It’s Cup Or Bust. Continue reading →

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Lindberg Assigned Number 48 as Rangers host Flames

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Derek

Per a tweet from Sean Hartnett, Oscar Lindberg has been assigned number 48 by the Rangers. I can’t think of many players who wore 48. At least we know of one who shall for tonight’s game against the Flames. By … Continue reading →

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Rangers recall Oscar Lindberg

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Derek

Due to a flu epidemic, the Rangers have recalled forward Oscar Lindberg from Hartford for tonight’s game against Calgary. The 23-year old Swedish center could make his Broadway debut due to several players under the weather. Shocking considering how ice … Continue reading →

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Islanders lock up Nick Leddy to 7-year $38.5 million extension

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Derek

The Islanders re-signed defenseman Nick Leddy to a seven-year extension worth a reported $38.5 million. Acquired by Team President and GM Garth Snow from Chicago a day before the season, the 23-year old has fit in well under coach Jack … Continue reading →

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Inside Statistics: Rangers 3rd Periods

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Derek

Dating back to last year’s Stanley Cup Final, the Rangers haven’t exactly been lights out in third periods. Presenting, further breakdown of their struggle to close out games. STANLEY CUP BREAKDOWN (Unlucky 3rd) NYR vs LAK GF  GA    Shots … Continue reading →

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Kreider’s Improvement A Key To Rangers Success

Posted on February 17, 2015 by Derek

When Chris Kreider decides to play, no one can stop him. In his second year, the Rangers 2009 first round pick is starting to figure it out. During last night’s 6-5 come from behind win over the Islanders, he was … Continue reading →

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Hunwick Stays In Over John Moore

Posted on February 16, 2015 by Derek

Earlier, I forecast that John Moore would pair up with Dan Boyle for tonight’s game. Instead, Alain Vigneault has other ideas. Matt Hunwick will stay in the lineup and work with Boyle on the third pair against the Islanders. Interesting … Continue reading →

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Leafs deal Franson and Santorelli to Predators

Posted on February 15, 2015 by Derek

The rebuilding of the Maple Leafs is underway. Today, they traded defenseman Cody Franson and forward Mike Santorelli to the Predators in exchange for Olli Jokinen, prospect Brendan Leipsic and a first round pick. Toronto unloaded potential unrestricted’s Franson and … Continue reading →

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Steve Montador Dead At 35

Posted on February 15, 2015 by Derek

Former NHL defenseman Steve Montador passed away at age 35 this morning at his home in Mississauga, Ontario. According to a police report, he was found unconscious and later pronounced dead. The cause of death isn’t known. There will be … Continue reading →

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