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Rangers Preview: Make or break for core players under Laviolette

It took only two years for Gerard Gallant to go from the penthouse to the outhouse at 4 Penn Plaza in Manhattan. It happened that quickly. One minute, the core players were two wins within playing for the Stanley Cup. … Continue reading

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Rangers conclude preseason 1-5 after loss to Bruins, Kakko boosts case for top line, Cuylle draws praise from Panger, makes roster, Brodzinski and Harpur on waivers

Last night, the Rangers played their final game of the preseason. It was seen on TNT. They were defeated 3-1 by the Bruins at MSG. If you think Preseason Mattahs (an inside joke that Marc will find amusing), then the … Continue reading

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Blueshirts get a look at the Devils in exhibition

The last time they met, it was a cruel ending for the Rangers. They went out with a whimper in Game Seven last spring to the Devils. That was then. Now, it’s Peter Laviolette behind the bench installing a different … Continue reading

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Training Camp Opens: Rangers sweep Flyers in Prospect Tournament, Laviolette talks about what’s made his teams successful

On Thursday, NHL training camps opened up. The Rangers were back getting work in at their practice facility in Greenburgh. With the first preseason game on Sunday against the Bruins, it won’t take long to get a feel for what … Continue reading

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Lafreniere and Othmann expected to get looks on the right wing in training camp, Drury talks to media

Players are back for informal sessions at the Rangers practice facility in Greenburgh. With training camp a week away, preparations have begun for the 2023-24 season. It’ll be a new year under Peter Laviolette’s coaching staff, which includes Phil Housley, … Continue reading

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Lafreniere re-signs for two years, former top pick and Kakko enter critical part of their careers

Earlier today, Alexis Lafreniere and the Rangers agreed on a new two-year deal worth a reported $2.325 million on average through 2025. Per multiple reports, the Rangers have signed Alexis Lafrenière to a two-year bridge deal worth $2.325 million annually … Continue reading

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HARD HITS: Retirements of Bergeron, Krejci impact Bruins, The Metro Division continues to improve, Pens’ addition of Karlsson should make it tougher

In the dog days of summer, news isn’t as busy for hockey. However, with the recent retirements of Bruins’ legends Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci, there’s a big opportunity for some teams who missed the playoffs last season. Boston subtracted … Continue reading

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Rangers and K’Andre Miller agree on bridge deal, Lafreniere next

Yesterday, the Rangers and K’Andre Miller reached an agreement on a new contract. The 23-year-old defenseman is set to earn close to four million per year over the next two seasons. The average cap hit is $3.872 million. Undoubtedly, the … Continue reading

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July 1 FA Frenzy: Reviewing the big signings and moves around the league

On Saturday, July 1st, the NHL free agency period got underway. On Canada Day, a flurry of activity took place yesterday. It was busy. There were a lot of signings. Some players re-signed while others moved to new cities. Such … Continue reading

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July 1 FA Frenzy: Rangers add former Winnipeg captain Blake Wheeler, add veteran depth

It’s July 1st. Happy Canada Day! For the hockey fanatics, today’s the official start of free agency. The FA Frenzy has been hectic. There have been a lot of moves made. I’ll have more on the highlights later. For now, … Continue reading

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