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Rangers hold off Flyers to tie franchise record winning streak at 10 games

Posted on February 24, 2024 by Derek

On Saturday afternoon, the Rangers held off the Flyers literally to tie the franchise record winning streak at 10 games. In what amounted to a hard-nosed game that included a popcorn fight between Matt Rempe and Nicolas Deslauriers, they were … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere leads Rangers to an easy win over struggling Devils

Posted on February 23, 2024 by Derek

If this were a prize fight, the referee would’ve stopped it early. In what amounted to a walk in the park, the Rangers skated to an easy 5-1 win over the struggling Devils before 16,650 at The Prudential Center in … Continue reading →

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Shesterkin lifts the Rangers past the Stars

Posted on February 20, 2024 by Derek

For one night, Igor Shesterkin turned back the clock. The former Vezina winner channeled his 2021-22 form when he carried the Rangers to within two victories of playing for the Stanley Cup. In an outstanding performance from start to finish, … Continue reading →

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Late Comeback gives Rangers an exciting overtime win over Islanders to take Stadium Series

Posted on February 18, 2024 by Derek

When the NHL rolled out the welcoming mat at Met Life Stadium for the 2024 Stadium Series, they got exactly what they wanted in the second game of a big weekend. After the Devils took care of the Flyers on … Continue reading →

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Cuylle Becoming a Key Factor for Rangers

Posted on February 16, 2024 by Derek

The New York Rangers continued their hot start since returning from the All-Star break with a 7-4 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night at Madison Square Garden. They improved to 5-0 in February, giving them six straight wins … Continue reading →

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Rangers Respond Out of the Break

Posted on February 10, 2024 by Derek

A week off is all the Rangers needed to get back on track. After struggling in January, they’ve responded by taking the first three games out of the break. Going back to a win over the Senators on Jan. 27, … Continue reading →

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Laviolette faces an interesting goalie decision

Posted on February 6, 2024 by Derek

Following their feelgood win over the Avalanche on Monday, the Rangers were back to work at practice in Greenburgh. As they prepared for the Lightning who visit Madison Square Garden tomorrow night, coach Peter Laviolette faces an interesting goalie decision. … Continue reading →

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Rangers Make the Quick Choice for Avalanche

Posted on February 5, 2024 by Derek

Believe it or not, the New York Rangers play a hockey game later tonight. For the first time since Jan. 27, they’ll return to the Garden ice to host the Colorado Avalanche. Although they’ve played 49 games, the second half … Continue reading →

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All-Star Banter: Rangers observations and more

Posted on February 3, 2024 by Derek

It’s been a while since the Rangers played a game. There hasn’t been much happening. The extended break included All-Star weekend in Toronto. I didn’t watch it. I guess the way the game is set up doesn’t interest me. I … Continue reading →

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Shesterkin’s season one to forget

Posted on January 26, 2024 by Derek

At almost the All-Star break, the New York Rangers are continuing to struggle mightily. A big reason for a poor stretch that’s lasted seven weeks is the inconsistent play of Igor Shesterkin. The former 2021-22 Vezina winner is a shell … Continue reading →

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