Tag Archives: Kaapo Kakko

Victor Mancini impresses in first preseason game

Posted on September 23, 2024 by Derek

On the first day of autumn, the Rangers had their first exhibition game against the Bruins up in Boston. They defeated the Bruins 3-2. A young prospect who impressed was defenseman Victor Mancini. He scored and set up a goal … Continue reading →

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Reilly Smith gets the first crack on Rangers’ top line

Posted on September 21, 2024 by Derek

When they traded for Reilly Smith, it was with the hope that the proven veteran could help improve the Rangers. He’ll get the first look on the top line with Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider. They’ll look for improvement at even strength this season. Continue reading →

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Rangers and Lindgren agree on one year for $4.5 million

Posted on July 30, 2024 by Derek

Three days before salary arbitration, the Rangers and Ryan Lindgren reached an agreement that’ll keep him in New York City for at least another year. The 26-year-old defenseman re-signed for one year, $4.5 million. In doing so, the onus will … Continue reading →

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Emery highlights draft weekend for Rangers

Posted on June 29, 2024 by Derek

On a big NHL Draft weekend for James Dolan, the Rangers selected four players at Sphere in Las Vegas. Dolan’s creation for the first marquee sporting event at the new venue was personally thanked by league commissioner Gary Bettman during … Continue reading →

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HARD HITS: Rangers Must Avoid the Same Mistakes

Posted on June 22, 2024 by Derek

Show of hands? How many loyal true blue Rangers fans think they can win the Stanley Cup with the current roster? There probably aren’t many people who believe that. In truth, the Rangers had an excellent season. Under coach Peter … Continue reading →

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Goodrow gets claimed by Sharks

Posted on June 19, 2024 by Derek

It took only a day for Barclay Goodrow to find a new team. He was claimed by the Sharks today. For Goodrow, it’s a return to San Jose. Originally signed by the Sharks as a 21-year-old rookie free agent, he … Continue reading →

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By qualifying Kakko, the Rangers have options

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Derek

It didn’t take long for the Rangers to make a decision on Kaapo Kakko. On Thursday, they re-signed Kakko to the qualifier for one year, $2.4 million. The 23-year-old Kakko posted 13 goals and six assists for 19 points in … Continue reading →

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Tough decisions ahead for Drury and Rangers

Posted on June 8, 2024 by Derek

On Friday, Rangers team president and general manager Chris Drury answered questions about a successful season. He was also asked about whether the core is capable of winning a championship. Drury chose his words carefully. A calculated executive who never … Continue reading →

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Rangers have interesting decision on Kakko

Posted on June 5, 2024 by Derek

Kaapo Kakko was very candid about his season at breakup day. The 23-year-old right wing indicated that he likes it here. He thinks that the Rangers have a great chance to win. Considering the year they had, that isn’t debatable. … Continue reading →

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Laviolette had a hard time replacing Vesey

Posted on June 3, 2024 by Derek

It was the second period of Game 2. Panthers forward Ryan Lomberg caught Jimmy Vesey with a big hit in open ice that injured the Rangers forward. Vesey never returned for the remainder of the series. That night, the Rangers … Continue reading →

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