Tag Archives: Derick Brassard

Zibanejad’s slump hurting Blueshirts

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Derek

Even when they won six in a row, the Rangers hadn’t been getting production from everyone. Now that the winning streak is over courtesy of who else but the rival Islanders, who prevailed 4-2 last night in Brooklyn, it’s time … Continue reading →

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Game 37: Holden It Down

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Derek

A great Ranger comeback win. A fun recap. #Holden4Norris #Stepan #Raanta star. #NYR #Sens Continue reading →

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Game 23: Rangers blanked at home by stingy Senators 2-0

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Derek

New Post: Sens outplay Rangers who didn’t make enough adjustments. Plus thoughts on Gallant firing. #NYRangers Continue reading →

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Brassard was first class

Posted on July 19, 2016 by Derek

Whenever a good player gets traded, it’s emotional for both teammates and fans. Take the captain for captain trade at the 2014 deadline that sent Ryan Callahan to Tampa for Martin St. Louis. Callahan was one of the most popular … Continue reading →

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Brassard is Gone

Posted on July 18, 2016 by Derek

In a move to save salary and get younger with a similar player who has upside, the Rangers moved Brassard to the Senators for Mika Zibanejad and a second round pick. Here’s why. Continue reading →

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Rangers deal Yandle’s rights to Panthers

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Derek

In my latest, here are my thoughts on Yandle, the confusing #NYR, Kevin Shattenkirk, Stepan, Brassard and Nash. Continue reading →

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Elimination Day: Rangers look to turn back the clock

Posted on April 23, 2016 by Derek

Since that awful 5-0 humiliation in Game 4 that put the Rangers in this mess, I haven’t bothered posting anything. I was too upset with the lack of commitment from this experienced team. In less than half an hour, the … Continue reading →

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Passionless hockey at MSG in Game 4

Posted on April 21, 2016 by Derek

For all intents and purposes, the Rangers have given up. That much is apparent watching Game 4 of this now one-sided first round series against a much better and well executed Penguins. After two periods, the Booshirts (Blueshirts) are trailing … Continue reading →

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Rangers-Pens: Big performances lead to 4-2 win in Game 2

Posted on April 17, 2016 by Derek

The Rangers responded with a big 4-2 win over the Pens in Game 2 to even the best-of-seven first round series. Continue reading →

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Rangers vs Penguins: Hornqvist hat trick gives Pens 5-2 win in Game One

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Derek

The Penguins drew first blood. Patric Hornqvist’s first career playoff hat trick highlighted a Pens’ 5-2 win over the Rangers taking Game One. Despite getting outplayed early, Pittsburgh took advantage of awful breakdowns from the Rangers. Much like their inconsistent … Continue reading →

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