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Lafreniere and Othmann expected to get looks on the right wing in training camp, Drury talks to media

Players are back for informal sessions at the Rangers practice facility in Greenburgh. With training camp a week away, preparations have begun for the 2023-24 season. It’ll be a new year under Peter Laviolette’s coaching staff, which includes Phil Housley, … Continue reading

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Lafreniere re-signs for two years, former top pick and Kakko enter critical part of their careers

Earlier today, Alexis Lafreniere and the Rangers agreed on a new two-year deal worth a reported $2.325 million on average through 2025. Per multiple reports, the Rangers have signed Alexis Lafrenière to a two-year bridge deal worth $2.325 million annually … Continue reading

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Long summer nears completion, hockey on deck

It’s been a long summer. If you’re a hockey fan anyway. The off-season can feel like two parts. The first is like a bolt of lightning before a storm. That describes the beginning of free agency. In one word, chaotic. … Continue reading

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HARD HITS: Retirements of Bergeron, Krejci impact Bruins, The Metro Division continues to improve, Pens’ addition of Karlsson should make it tougher

In the dog days of summer, news isn’t as busy for hockey. However, with the recent retirements of Bruins’ legends Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci, there’s a big opportunity for some teams who missed the playoffs last season. Boston subtracted … Continue reading

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Tarasenko finally signs with the Senators, a look at the Atlantic Division

After a long wait, Vladimir Tarasenko has a new team. He agreed to a one-year, $5 million deal with the Senators yesterday. The contract includes a no-trade clause. Welcome to the Tarasenk-Show! 🤩 The #Sens have signed forward, Vladimir Tarasenko … Continue reading

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Rangers and K’Andre Miller agree on bridge deal, Lafreniere next

Yesterday, the Rangers and K’Andre Miller reached an agreement on a new contract. The 23-year-old defenseman is set to earn close to four million per year over the next two seasons. The average cap hit is $3.872 million. Undoubtedly, the … Continue reading

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July 1 FA Frenzy: Rangers add former Winnipeg captain Blake Wheeler, add veteran depth

It’s July 1st. Happy Canada Day! For the hockey fanatics, today’s the official start of free agency. The FA Frenzy has been hectic. There have been a lot of moves made. I’ll have more on the highlights later. For now, … Continue reading

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Laviolette all business at introductory press conference as new Rangers coach

pic.twitter.com/PCXGCzIANl — Mollie Walker (@MollieeWalkerr) June 20, 2023 Yesterday, the Rangers introduced new coach Peter Laviolette at a press conference. The former Ranger became the 39th coach in franchise history. Although he didn’t play more than a dozen games in … Continue reading

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Kravtsov heads home, Rangers’ drafting and development issue at the forefront

Earlier this week, Vitaly Kravtsov signed with Traktor for two years to return to the KHL. He’ll play back at home over the next two seasons after flaming out with the Rangers and Canucks. Originally, a first round pick selected … Continue reading

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Gallant, Rangers agree to part ways, organization deserves more blame for this mess

In a move that isn’t surprising, the Rangers and Gerard Gallant have decided to part ways. Following the disappointing first round defeat to the Devils, there was uncertainty surrounding Gallant’s job status. Source says #NYR and Gerard Gallant have agreed … Continue reading

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