Category Archives: NY Rangers

Classic Battle Begins: Flyers vs Rangers Game 1

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Derek

The day is finally here. For the first time in 17 years, the Flyers and Rangers will do battle in the playoffs. Much is expected. A classic rivalry unfolds when New York and Philadelphia take the Garden ice for Game … Continue reading →

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Flyers rule Mason out, Emery to start Game 1

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Derek

When the Flyers visit MSG tomorrow for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal, they’ll do so without Steve Mason. The starting goalie still isn’t fully recovered from an upper body injury sustained against Pittsburgh this past Saturday. He left … Continue reading →

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Rangers Notes: Miller Recalled, Practices For Brassard

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Derek

The Rangers recalled J.T. Miller from Hartford. Miller isn’t expected to play but did practice taking the place of Derick Brassard. Daily News beat writer Pat Leonard tweeted a couple of updates. Uh oh. Derick Brassard just limped off the … Continue reading →

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BONY NY Puck Preview: Rangers vs Flyers

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Derek

For the first time in 17 years, the Rangers and Flyers renew acquaintances in the NHL Playoffs. An intense rivalry that’s lasted four decades continues when the second seeded Rangers and third seeded Flyers begin a much anticipated first round … Continue reading →

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NHL announces playoff schedule: Rangers and Flyers to play Game 2 on Easter Sunday

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Derek

The NHL announced the playoff schedule. Already, Rangers and Flyers fans got the short end of the stick. Especially if you celebrate Easter. After opening the first round Eastern Conference Quarterfinal series at MSG on Thursday, the classic rivals will … Continue reading →

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Flyers and Rangers ready for classic series

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Derek

The battle lines are drawn. The Flyers and Rangers already turned their attention to a classic first round series that lies ahead. The best of seven Eastern Conference Quarterfinal begins Thursday night at Madison Square Garden. It’ll be the first … Continue reading →

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Gionta’s penalty shot beats Talbot in Price shutout

Posted on April 12, 2014 by Derek

The final game of the regular portion was well played between two teams headed to the playoffs which begin next week. Both the Rangers and Canadiens battled hard for 60-plus minutes. They fought for every inch with neither goalie budging. … Continue reading →

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Rangers to face Flyers in First Round

Posted on April 12, 2014 by Derek

It’s official. When next week’s playoffs begin, the Rangers will face the Flyers in the opening round. Mark Streit’s goal at 2:10 of overtime made Philadelphia a 4-3 winner over the Penguins. It ended a chaotic game between the Pennsylvania … Continue reading →

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Pouliot interested in returning, Line with Brassard, Zuccarello key to season

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Derek

Benoit Pouliot has been one of the unsung heroes of this season. Brought in by Glen Sather last summer on a one-year $1.3 million contract, the 27-year old former first round pick has found a place under Alain Vigneault. After … Continue reading →

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Nash winner and Flyers loss clinch home ice

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Derek

The final home game of the regular season was a real snooze fest. Despite playing down to the lowly Sabres, the Rangers still came away with two points to earn home ice in the first round. Rick Nash’s game winner … Continue reading →

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