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League Needs to Change the Schedule

Posted on March 31, 2024 by Derek

On Easter Sunday, the Rangers are one of 30 NHL teams that have off to celebrate the holiday. There’s only one game later this afternoon when the Ducks take on the Canucks in Vancouver. At least they get it right … Continue reading →

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Rangers find a way in shootout win over Avalanche

Posted on March 29, 2024 by Derek

The Rangers have now won a league-leading 49 games. They found a way past the Avalanche in a 3-2 shootout victory last night in Colorado. In a marquee matchup that featured two of the league’s best teams, the Rangers banked … Continue reading →

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Fox’s goal in overtime lifts the Rangers past the Flyers in old-fashioned shootout

Posted on March 27, 2024 by Derek

For two periods, the score was normal. Then, came a wild and wacky third period that was totally unpredictable. In what turned into an old fashioned shootout, the Rangers edged the Flyers 6-5 in overtime on Tuesday night at The … Continue reading →

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Panarin’s hat trick helps Quick tie for the most wins all-time by an American-born goalie

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Derek

It was a memorable night in Boston for Artemi Panarin and Jonathan Quick. In what proved to be a statement game, the Rangers took down the number one overall Bruins 5-2 at TD Garden on Thursday night. Facing their old … Continue reading →

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Rangers stoned by Hellebuyck in tough loss to Jets

Posted on March 19, 2024 by Derek

A couple of days removed from a resounding victory over the Islanders, the Rangers ran into a hot goalie in what amounted to a tough 4-2 loss to the Jets at Madison Square Garden. Ultimately, the difference was Connor Hellebuyck. … Continue reading →

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Fox and Panarin burn Penguins

Posted on March 16, 2024 by Derek

The Rangers rebounded from a 6-3 loss to the Lightning by outscoring the Penguins 7-4 on Saturday afternoon at PPG Paints Arena. There wasn’t much defense played. Facing a division rival that looks destined to miss the playoffs for a … Continue reading →

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Rangers put on a defensive clinic in 1-0 shutout of Hurricanes

Posted on March 12, 2024 by Derek

It was a game that lived up to expectations. Playing for a second straight night, the Rangers dug deep to go into enemy territory and play a perfect road game. The end result was a defensive clinic that produced a … Continue reading →

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Rempe grows into role for Blueshirts

Posted on March 10, 2024 by Derek

They played hockey on Saturday night at 33rd Street and 7th Avenue in the big city. For the Rangers, it was a good thing. New additions Jack Roslovic and Alex Wennberg fit in well in a 4-0 home win over … Continue reading →

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After quiet deadline, Rangers’ stars will determine season

Posted on March 8, 2024 by Derek

It wasn’t an overwhelming trade deadline for Chris Drury. Rather than overpay for a star player, the Rangers team president and general manager decided to make subtle moves to upgrade the roster. The acquisition of Alex Wennberg on Thursday was … Continue reading →

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What Hurricanes’ trade for Guentzel signals for Rangers with deadline looming

Posted on March 7, 2024 by Derek

For the last day, the rumors were rampant that the Rangers were involved in a deal for Jake Guentzel. Despite the asking price, they were focused on trying to acquire the proven scoring forward for the home stretch. With several … Continue reading →

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