Tag Archives: Henrik Lundqvist

Lundqvist wins the Steven McDonald Award

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Derek

On what was a very emotional scene before the Rangers hosted the Lightning at MSG, the son of Steven McDonald came out with Mom Patti to present his father’s prestigious award that commemorated the 30 Year Anniversary. Conor McDonald presents … Continue reading →

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A emotional return for three former Blueshirts

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Derek

Before the puck drops for tonight’s match between the Lightning and Rangers at The Garden, there’s sure to be plenty of emotion for three former Blueshirts. Dan Girardi, Ryan McDonagh and J.T. Miller will take the ice as a visitor … Continue reading →

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Andersson records first NHL assist in overtime loss

Posted on March 29, 2018 by Derek

The first meaningless regular season game in the Henrik Lundqvist Era took place last night in D.C. Previously, the Rangers had never played a game in which the playoffs weren’t a possibility since ’05-06. So Game 76 of 82 was … Continue reading →

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Fast’s career high three points spoiled by Flyers

Posted on March 23, 2018 by Derek

The Flyers are hated for a reason. Aside from the fact they always push the Rangers around, they also are gonna make the playoffs. Unlike ’09-10, it wont come down to a stinking shootout in Game 82 in Philadelphia. That’s … Continue reading →

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How not to play in your 800th game

Posted on March 21, 2018 by Derek

Henrik Lundqvist is a lot of things. For over a decade, the successful 2000 seventh round pick who came over from Frolunda where he won a championship in Sweden has been a rock for this franchise. Already the Rangers’ record … Continue reading →

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It’s not easy to watch former core players on another team

Posted on March 10, 2018 by Derek

So this is what it’s like to feel conflicted. To be perfectly honest, it was very strange to see former Ranger captain Ryan McDonagh make his Lightning debut in that ugly dark navy blue jersey earlier today. There he was … Continue reading →

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Outclassed by the Bolts

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Derek

It’s one thing to beat mediocre competition but quite another to be on the same level as legit contenders. That’s a lesson these new Rangers are learning the hard way. After falling to Winnipeg at home 3-1, they were completely … Continue reading →

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Gilmour’s OT goal gives new look Rangers wild win over Canucks

Posted on March 1, 2018 by Derek

GILLY GILLY!!#NYR WIN IN OT! https://t.co/wDDuXSlGwJ — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) March 1, 2018 In a battle between two bad teams who will be in the lottery, it came down literally to the final shot. John Gilmour’s goal at 1:22 … Continue reading →

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It’s so hard to say goodbye to yesterday

Posted on February 28, 2018 by Derek

“It’s so hard to say goodbye to yesterday.”-Boyz II Men Who ever thought I would start off a hockey post with a memorable lyric from Boyz II Men in the early 90’s of my teenage fandom? However, it feels appropriate … Continue reading →

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Spooner has good debut in tough overtime loss to Red Wings

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Derek

There was a game last night too. It didn’t start until almost 8 PM. In the latest defeat  which was the seventh straight, the Rangers lost a tough one to the Red Wings 3-2 in overtime. They deserve credit for … Continue reading →

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