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Rangers name Housley, Muse and Peca as assistant coaches

Posted on June 25, 2023 by Derek

On Friday, the Rangers announced the rest of the coaching staff, who will join Peter Laviolette behind the bench in 2023-24. #NYR have named Phil Housley Associate Head Coach + Dan Muse and Michael Peca Assistant Coaches. pic.twitter.com/hZSIRlNSY3 — New … Continue reading →

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Rangers and Devils will participate in 2024 Stadium Series

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Derek

Confirming the rumor that had been discussed, both the Rangers and Devils will participate in the 2024 NHL Stadium Series next year. It’ll be held at Met Life Stadium in February 2024. I’m told the NHL is going to host … Continue reading →

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Gallant, Rangers agree to part ways, organization deserves more blame for this mess

Posted on May 6, 2023 by Derek

In a move that isn’t surprising, the Rangers and Gerard Gallant have decided to part ways. Following the disappointing first round defeat to the Devils, there was uncertainty surrounding Gallant’s job status. Source says #NYR and Gerard Gallant have agreed … Continue reading →

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Rangers steal Tarasenko in key deal with Blues, beef up on blue line with Mikkola, Blais goes back to St. Louis in trade

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Derek

In a move that came very quickly this afternoon, the Rangers acquired Vladimir Tarasenko from the Blues. The 31-year old veteran right wing who scored 34 goals last season was added for one reason. To fill a void. Ever since … Continue reading →

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Trouba named the 28th captain in Rangers history, why they selected him, WJC gets going

Posted on August 10, 2022 by Derek

In a little surprise, the Rangers announced Jacob Trouba as the new captain of the team at a short press conference yesterday at Madison Square Garden. They even aired it on MSG Network and streamed it for fans. A rarity. … Continue reading →

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Tough hit for Rangers, significant upper body injury to Motte and Chytil also hurt, Kakko practices along with Rooney

Posted on April 8, 2022 by Derek

Today wasn’t a good day for the Rangers. After defeating the Penguins 3-0 with a great team effort, they got some bad news. The injury bug has hit with 10 games left in the regular season. During Thursday night’s game, … Continue reading →

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Panarin in protocol, Jones in for Nemeth, Lafreniere on second line for big test in rematch versus Lightning

Posted on January 2, 2022 by Derek

Normally, I don’t post blogs leading up to a game. However, with it being a good measuring stick to see where the team is, the rematch versus the champion Lightning starts soon in a Sunday afternoon matinee at MSG. News … Continue reading →

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NHL COVID restrictive measures leads to more cancellations, Canada closing its border, early Christmas Break, no Olympics, plus a look at hockey history nicknames

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Derek

In predictable news that was expected, the NHL’s new COVID restrictive measures lead to more cancellations. With spikes in COVID due to the new Omicron variant, Canada also decided to close its border. That means no games between American teams … Continue reading →

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Rangers place Shesterkin on IR, Next Man Up

Posted on December 4, 2021 by Derek

As expected, the Rangers placed starting goalie Igor Shesterkin on the IR due to the lower-body injury he suffered during the third period of last night’s 1-0 win. At the very minimum, he’ll miss the next three games including tonight’s … Continue reading →

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Zibanejad in COVID Protocol as Rangers prepare for Sabres

Posted on November 20, 2021 by Derek

Don’t expect to see Mika Zibanejad tomorrow night when the Rangers host the Sabres. The number one center is in COVID protocol. Colin Stephenson had the first update followed by Mollie Walker and Vince Mercogliano. Mika Zibanejad is in Covid … Continue reading →

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