Tag Archives: Anton Stralman

Former Blueshirts kept in check by former Bolts

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Derek

Much has been made about this series between the Rangers and former Blueshirts. For Game 1, that would be Ryan Callahan of the appendectomy somehow dressing and taking 21 shifts (14:46) after having his appendix taken out. What else would … Continue reading →

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Series Preview: Rangers face familiar foe in Lightning

Posted on May 16, 2015 by Derek

The waiting is over. Following two days off in the aftermath of an emotional Game 7 second round win over the Caps thanks to Derek Stepan’s overtime heroics and Henrik Lundqvist’s brilliant goaltending, the Rangers are set to face a … Continue reading →

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Lightning oust Canadiens to advance to Conference Final

Posted on May 12, 2015 by Derek

The Lightning put away the Canadiens finally advancing to the Conference Final. Continue reading →

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Canadiens force Game 6 in 2-1 win over Lightning

Posted on May 10, 2015 by Derek

In the other Eastern Conference Semifinal series, things have changed quickly. The Canadiens who once trailed the Lightning 3-0 won their second in a row tonight edging the Bolts 2-1 at Bell Centre. The difference was a P.A. Parenteau goal … Continue reading →

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Bishop, Lightning shutout Red Wings 2-0 to advance, Round 2 picks

Posted on April 29, 2015 by Derek

The Lightning became the final team to advance to the second round. Behind 31 saves from Ben Bishop, they shutout the Red Wings 2-0 to take Game 7 at home. Tampa Bay completed a comeback from 3-2 down to best … Continue reading →

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2015 NHL Playoff Preview and Predictions

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Derek

For sixteen teams, it’s a chance to dream. For some participants, they’ll get out of the gate tomorrow. Eight teams are in action Wednesday. They include the Canadiens, Senators, Capitals, Islanders, Predators, Blackhawks, Canucks and Flames. Indeed, Canada will be … Continue reading →

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Callahan Scores Twice In Return Against Listless Rangers

Posted on November 17, 2014 by Derek

It was a happy return for Ryan Callahan. He scored twice as the Lightning humiliated the Rangers 5-1 at MSG. Along with Brian Boyle and Anton Stralman, Callahan received a nice ovation from the crowd during a special acknowledgement on … Continue reading →

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Cheer Captain Cally, Root For Home Team

Posted on November 17, 2014 by Derek

Tonight is the emotional return of Ryan Callahan. The popular former Rangers captain visits MSG along with familiar faces Brian Boyle and Anton Stralman when the Lightning battle our Blueshirts. This one has been circled for a while and should … Continue reading →

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Chris Kreider’s Scores Hat Trick

Posted on December 1, 2013 by Derek

As noted in the previous post, rookie Chris Kreider scored his first career hat trick to highlight an exciting Rangers’ 5-2 win over former coach John Tortorella and the Canucks Saturday at an animated Madison Square Garden. Here are all … Continue reading →

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