Category Archives: NYRangers

Special Hockey Podcast: Derek on Rangers loss to Canes, big upsets and Matt Dumba’s important message

Posted on August 2, 2020 by Derek

I decided to do a special hockey podcast before on my Hard Hits Network channel on Blogtalk Radio. Among the big topics covered includes: -My assessment of the Rangers 3-2 loss to Hurricanes in Game One. What they didn’t do … Continue reading →

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Rangers drop Game One to relentless Hurricanes 3-2

Posted on August 1, 2020 by Derek

From the start, the Rangers were flat. They looked lethargic in the early going of this best of five preliminary series. The poor start along with a bad break cost them in a 3-2 loss to a stronger Hurricanes team … Continue reading →

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How They Stack Up: Rangers vs Hurricanes

Posted on July 31, 2020 by Derek

All the world’s a stage. pic.twitter.com/B4plv1AlLu — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) July 30, 2020 In less than 24 hours, the puck will drop on the first of eight best of five Preliminary Series. The Rangers and Hurricanes will be featured … Continue reading →

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Rangers drop tuneup against Islanders

Posted on July 29, 2020 by Derek

In the first hockey they’ve played since March, the Rangers had an exhibition game against the Islanders at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. It was a tuneup for both old rivals as they each get ready for their respective Preliminary Series … Continue reading →

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Igor’s net to lose unless something changes

Posted on July 28, 2020 by Derek

When examining the goaltending in the preliminary series that begins this Saturday, all one has to do is point to the outstanding play of rookie Igor Shesterkin. After coming up from Hartford in January, the Rangers net became his to … Continue reading →

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Rangers leave for Toronto, Hamilton’s status doubtful for Hurricanes

Posted on July 26, 2020 by Derek

Next stop: The bubble. pic.twitter.com/AGSrMqn2cr — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) July 26, 2020 As the Rangers flew out to Toronto for the rest of the foreseeable future, they will be one of eight Eastern teams competing in the expanded Stanley … Continue reading →

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The Case for Panarin for League MVP

Posted on July 25, 2020 by Derek

Earlier this week, Artemi Panarin was among the league’s elite for the prestigious Hart Trophy. Given how well he performed in turning the Rangers into a much improved must see Broadway act, Panarin is definitely worthy of being up for … Continue reading →

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Calder snub of Adam Fox isn’t important

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Derek

This week, the NHL has been revealing the three candidates for each regular season award. That includes the Calder Trophy which goes to the league’s top rookie. We knew both defensemen Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes would be locks. The … Continue reading →

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As Training Camp heats up, Panarin up for prestigious Award

Posted on July 14, 2020 by Derek

On Day Two of the new training camp during the dog days of summer, Artemi Panarin is the story. The very successful 28-year old Russian left wing, who was on his way to 40 goals and 100 points prior to … Continue reading →

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As Rangers get ready, Gord Murphy replaces Lindy Ruff, Observations on potential roster

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Derek

The days are moving closer to the official restart of training camp. Once Monday hits, it’ll finally be here. For 24 teams that are participating in the expanded playoff format with the first part focusing on 16, they’ll have a … Continue reading →

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