Tag Archives: Mika Zibanejad

Kreider a Healthy Scratch for Rangers

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Derek

For the first time this season, Rangers coach Peter Laviolette has decided to make an established star accountable for their struggles. When they line up for Monday’s game against the Devils, Chris Kreider will not be playing hockey. The 33-year-old … Continue reading →

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Panarin deserves to be called out for lackluster play

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Derek

In a game that they trailed by a goal thanks to the splendid work of Igor Shesterkin, the Rangers had a chance to start the third period with 1:39 remaining on a crucial power play. After getting stopped on a … Continue reading →

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Reckless Play by Rempe Tarnishes Positives in Return

Posted on December 21, 2024 by Derek

The good news. The New York Rangers won a hockey game last night by defeating the Dallas Stars 3-1 on Dec. 20. Reilly Smith’s shorthanded goal swung the momentum. Vincent Trocheck notched the game-winner in the second period. Chris Kreider … Continue reading →

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Drama Needs to End for Dysfunctional Rangers

Posted on December 18, 2024 by Derek

It was a nice day in mid-December in New York City. The kind we rarely get around the holiday season. A week before Christmas, the New York Rangers remain in a state of chaos. They managed to lose their third … Continue reading →

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Laviolette Running Out of Answers

Posted on December 15, 2024 by Derek

In another disappointing performance, the New York Rangers fell behind the St. Louis Blues 3-0 before mounting a third period rally that fell short in a 3-2 loss. Mika Zibanejad played just over 13 minutes. The fewest in five years. He still was sent out late with Chris Kreider down a goal. Continue reading →

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Defense Optional: The Decline of the Rangers

Posted on December 15, 2024 by Derek

During a bad stretch of play, the New York Rangers have fallen out of playoff position entering a critical match against the St. Louis Blues. The season is hanging in the balance. Can they turn it around facing better opponents? Continue reading →

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Trocheck’s Fight Showed Character for Rangers

Posted on December 12, 2024 by Derek

At last check, the New York Rangers have lost eight of their last eleven games. After a woeful loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Dec. 9, they finally got back in the win column by defeating the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 … Continue reading →

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Nothing Kraken in Another Stinker from Defenseless Rangers

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Derek

Raise your hand if you actually believed that by subtracting Jacob Trouba and defeating the flawed Penguins that the Rangers were back on track. Well, you thought wrong. In an absolute stinker, they blew a 3-1 lead in a hideous … Continue reading →

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Rangers Make Dramatic Change By Unloading Trouba to Ducks

Posted on December 7, 2024 by Derek

The Rangers made big headlines before their win over the Penguins on Friday by trading captain Jacob Trouba to the Ducks in a huge move that shook the foundation of the roster. Continue reading →

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Rangers and Devils Well Represented at 4 Nations Face-Off

Posted on December 5, 2024 by Derek

On Wednesday, Dec. 4, the rosters for the 4 Nations Face-Off were revealed. The tournament will take place in mid-February. It features Finland, Sweden, Canada, and USA. Games will be played between Feb. 12-20. The two teams with the best … Continue reading →

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