Tag Archives: Igor Shestyorkin

The truth about DeAngelo/Georgiev altercation, Quinn on the clock, Bitetto could debut tonight if game is played

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Derek

There have been so many stories regarding the Tony DeAngelo and Alex Georgiev dust up that occurred following the Rangers’ 5-4 overtime loss to the Penguins on Saturday night. Many of the allegations have been proven false. Defenseman K’Andre Miller’s … Continue reading →

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The end of the road for selfish DeAngelo, who may have played his final NHL game

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Derek

Following up the shocking news of the Rangers placing Tony DeAngelo on waivers, I wanted to post my final thoughts on what happened. If you’re interested in hearing what I have to say, please refer to my Pushing Buttons podcast … Continue reading →

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A telling quote from Chris Kreider

Posted on January 31, 2021 by Derek

Following the overtime defeat to the Pens, Chris Kreider perfectly summed up why the Rangers lost. Hint: It had to do with the style they rely too much on. A style that isn’t conducive to winning hockey games. “That’s just … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere scores memorable first NHL goal in overtime to give Rangers big 3-2 win over Sabres

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Derek

Alexis Lafreniere sits in the Rangers locker room with the puck of his memorable first NHL goal that came in overtime to defeat the Sabres. The victim was Linus Ullmark. AP Photo by New York Rangers courtesy Getty Images This … Continue reading →

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Jack Johnson out for tonight due to groin strain

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Derek

When the Rangers take on the Sabres in the rematch upstate, they’ll be without Jack Johnson. The veteran defenseman will miss his second game of the season. Unlike the first time this past Sunday at Pittsburgh, he won’t be a … Continue reading →

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Quinn better hope reinserting Jack Johnson doesn’t result in another loss

Posted on January 26, 2021 by Derek

It’s only the beginning of Year Three for coach David Quinn behind the Rangers bench. He’s done an admirable job developing some young players so far. Let’s not ignore the development of Adam Fox, Ryan Lindgren, Tony DeAngelo, Alex Georgiev, … Continue reading →

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Chytil out for Tuesday at Buffalo, Georgiev gets the start

Posted on January 26, 2021 by Derek

Following the hard collision with Evan Rodriguez during the second period of Sunday’s 3-2 loss at Pittsburgh, Rangers center Filip Chytil will not be available for tonight’s first of two at Buffalo. After looking like he had the wind knocked … Continue reading →

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Rangers fall apart in loss to Penguins

Posted on January 25, 2021 by Derek

This one was bad. Once again, the Rangers blew a lead after two periods. Only this time, they allowed two goals including a Jake Guentzel game-winner late in regulation to lose to the Penguins 3-2. So, in two winnable games … Continue reading →

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Quinn sits Johnson for Smith, Blackwell in for Lemieux, Shestyorkin starts

Posted on January 24, 2021 by Derek

In less than five hours on NFL Championship Sunday, the Rangers face the Penguins again in Pittsburgh. It’s the second meeting over three days at the Steel City. They’ll look to rebound from a tough 4-3 shootout loss where they … Continue reading →

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Younger Blueshirts bright spots in tough loss to Penguins

Posted on January 23, 2021 by Derek

By now, all the yo-yos complaining over spilt milk have calmed down. A 56-game schedule means it’s too early for panic. Especially four games into the new season. A 1-2-1 record at the start isn’t what the Rangers wanted. That’s … Continue reading →

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