Category Archives: NYRangers

Game #41: The dead of winter for Rangers in ugly 5-0 loss to howling Coyotes

Posted on January 7, 2019 by Derek

Let’s face facts. This season is quickly becoming exactly what was anticipated. How low can they go? The Rangers have been so bad that I cannot even watch without it becoming cringe worthy. I was already distracted by a very … Continue reading →

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Game #40: Undisciplined Rangers get Avalanched 6-1

Posted on January 5, 2019 by Derek

With one eye on what amounted to a Finland 6-1 blowout over Switzerland in the World Junior Championship semifinals, I kept flipping back and forth between our team’s latest disaster and the poor Swiss. At least those kids will play … Continue reading →

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Game #39 Penguins blow out Rangers 7-2

Posted on January 3, 2019 by Derek

When I saw this game on the schedule, I knew what to expect. The Penguins have been red hot lately. Even the two consecutive road wins the Rangers had over the Predators and Blues to end last year, didn’t mean … Continue reading →

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Game #38 A Happy Henrik New Year: Rangers edge Blues 2-1

Posted on January 1, 2019 by Derek

HAPPY BOO YEAR! Nieves with the game winner for #NYR to close out 2018 with 2 straight wins! pic.twitter.com/U76e7X5pdt — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) January 1, 2019 Sometimes, you’re only as good as your goalie. For the Rangers, they can … Continue reading →

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Game #37: A Statement third period gives Rangers deserving 4-3 road win over Predators

Posted on December 30, 2018 by Derek

I’ll be honest. I wasn’t expecting a whole lot going into Nashville. Anyone who’s followed this team knows how much of a disaster they’ve been on the road. On paper, it seemed like a mismatch. Maybe for that reason, I … Continue reading →

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Game #36 Bad luck costs Rangers in latest loss to Blue Jackets in overtime

Posted on December 27, 2018 by Derek

Hayes➡️Vesey Stay tuned on @MSGNetworks #NYR https://t.co/nduXdnPVQ2 — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) December 28, 2018 When you’re struggling to win hockey games, things tend to go against you. That’s precisely what happened to the Rangers in a undeserved 4-3 overtime … Continue reading →

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Game #35: Christmas blah shootout Flyers 3 Rangers 2

Posted on December 24, 2018 by Derek

The shootout is such a crummy way to decide these games. Especially following an exciting five-minute three-on-three. So, the Rangers were victimized in the skill competition by the Flyers to drop the final game before Christmas, 3-2. It’s a flip … Continue reading →

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Game #34 Marner’s three points the difference despite good effort in 5-3 Rangers loss to Maple Leafs

Posted on December 22, 2018 by Derek

Sometimes, you’re gonna be outscored by more talented opponents. The will was there along with the compete level. There was no quit in this one. Simply put, the Rangers were out-skilled by the Maple Leafs in a 5-3 loss up … Continue reading →

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Game #33: Comeback Kids as Rangers rally with big third in 3-1 win over Ducks

Posted on December 19, 2018 by Derek

🚨🚨🚨 in the 3rd for the #NYR win! 👀 them all ⬇️ https://t.co/CN2UjlRVRf — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) December 19, 2018 Let me start off this post by saying last night’s game won’t go down as a NHL classic. It … Continue reading →

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Why not let Chytil play in the World Junior Championship?

Posted on December 18, 2018 by Derek

As the Rangers prepare for the Coyotes in Game #33 of 82 later at MSG, I can’t help but wonder if Filip Chytil would be better served playing in the upcoming World Junior Championship. The IIHF Under-20 WJC is a … Continue reading →

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