Category Archives: Battle News

Victor Mancini impresses in first preseason game

Posted on September 23, 2024 by Derek

On the first day of autumn, the Rangers had their first exhibition game against the Bruins up in Boston. They defeated the Bruins 3-2. A young prospect who impressed was defenseman Victor Mancini. He scored and set up a goal … Continue reading →

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Devils re-sign Mercer

Posted on September 21, 2024 by Derek

The Devils and Dawson Mercer agreed on a new three-year contract. Mercer remains an important player for what should be an improved team. Continue reading →

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Hockey Is Back

Posted on September 18, 2024 by Derek

As football rolls into Week 3 in the middle of September, we’re closing in on training camp for NHL teams. Believe it or not, hockey is back. After a long hiatus during the hot summer, players are starting to report … Continue reading →

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Hockey World Mourns the losses of Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Gaudreau

Posted on August 31, 2024 by Derek

On Thursday night, a horrible tragedy stunned the hockey world. Columbus Blue Jackets’ star forward Johnny Gaudreau and brother Matthew Gaudreau were killed by a drunk driver in Oldmans Township, New Jersey. Johnny was 31 and Matthew 29. Each left … Continue reading →

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Sam Rosen to hang up the mic after 2024-25 season

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Derek

For four decades, Sam Rosen has been the voice of the New York Rangers. The longest active broadcaster in the NHL will hang up the mic after the 2024-25 season. He made the announcement last Tuesday. Originally a studio host … Continue reading →

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Dedicated Wachter won’t return to Devils telecasts

Posted on June 20, 2024 by Derek

While the Devils made headlines with the acquisition of Jacob Markstrom on Wednesday, there also was a bit of disappointing news. Erika Wachter won’t return to the New Jersey Devils telecasts on MSG Network. In a post on Instagram, she … Continue reading →

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Goodrow gets claimed by Sharks

Posted on June 19, 2024 by Derek

It took only a day for Barclay Goodrow to find a new team. He was claimed by the Sharks today. For Goodrow, it’s a return to San Jose. Originally signed by the Sharks as a 21-year-old rookie free agent, he … Continue reading →

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Well-respected Goodrow is first to go

Posted on June 18, 2024 by Derek

On a hot summer day of 90-degree temperatures in the metro area, the Rangers made their first change of the off-season. They placed Barclay Goodrow on waivers. The 31-year-old forward was deemed expendable due to the $3.64 million cap hit … Continue reading →

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By qualifying Kakko, the Rangers have options

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Derek

It didn’t take long for the Rangers to make a decision on Kaapo Kakko. On Thursday, they re-signed Kakko to the qualifier for one year, $2.4 million. The 23-year-old Kakko posted 13 goals and six assists for 19 points in … Continue reading →

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Rangers take on the Panthers in Game 3

Posted on May 26, 2024 by Derek

On a beautiful Sunday afternoon during Memorial Day weekend, the Rangers take on the Panthers in Game 3 from Sunrise, Florida. After dropping the first game 3-0 to the Panthers, the Rangers responded by taking Game 2 in overtime 2-1 … Continue reading →

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