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Quick and Lafreniere deliver a big win for Rangers over MacKinnon, Avalanche

For 51 minutes, nothing got past Alexandar Georgiev. The former Ranger was again dialed in for the Avalanche, who were holding onto a 1-0 lead that Nathan MacKinnon provided in breathtaking fashion. With every big stop Georgiev made against the … Continue reading

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Rangers Make the Quick Choice for Avalanche

Believe it or not, the New York Rangers play a hockey game later tonight. For the first time since Jan. 27, they’ll return to the Garden ice to host the Colorado Avalanche. Although they’ve played 49 games, the second half … Continue reading

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All-Star Banter: Rangers observations and more

It’s been a while since the Rangers played a game. There hasn’t been much happening. The extended break included All-Star weekend in Toronto. I didn’t watch it. I guess the way the game is set up doesn’t interest me. I … Continue reading

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NHL Preview 2023-24: Hockey adventure begins

The seeds have been planted for a new season. Pumpkin picking is going on, too. What does 2023-24 have in store for hockey fans? It promises to be an excellent adventure. Party on, dude! On the first day of the … Continue reading

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Stanley Cup Playoffs: First Round Picks and Beyond

Tonight, it finally gets rolling. After a long 82-game schedule, the best time of year is finally here. The Stanley Cup Playoffs begin with four games on Monday. The first round gets going later. It’ll start off with the defensive … Continue reading

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Zibanejad deservingly wins Rangers Team MVP

Over a year ago, Mika Zibanejad signed a contract extension that would pay him $8.5 million through 2030. At the time, he could’ve waited until the Rangers played a full 21-22 season. One in which he set career highs in … Continue reading

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Georgiev outduels Shesterkin in great game, Fox’s effort gets Rangers a deserved point in ESPN exclusive that didn’t disappoint

Everyone knew what tonight’s game was all about. The focus was on the opposing goalie wearing the familiar number 40 in Avalanche colors. Former backup goalie Alexandar Georgiev was determined to beat the Rangers in his return to MSG before … Continue reading

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Hejdå Nils! Lundkvist traded to Stars, Chara headlines three defensemen who announce retirement, MacKinnon gets paid, camps open

In the second post of the new season, we have some Rangers news mixed with the retirements of three defensemen. Plus one of the game’s best gets a well deserved raise from the Stanley Cup champs. The first order of … Continue reading

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Mets ’86 hero Orosco tells great story on Old-Timer’s Day, Zibanejad ranked in top 10 centers by NHL Network

On a warm August day in Flushing, the Mets held their first Old-Timer’s Day since 1994 ironically, one ’86 hero had a great story to tell. As it turned out, he shared a unique connection to the Rangers. During the … Continue reading

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The Avalanche are crowned new Stanley Cup champs over unbelievable Lightning, Hall Of Shame strikes again with Mogilny snub, questionable decisions in Toronto

On Sunday night at Amalie Arena, the NHL crowned a new champion. The Colorado Avalanche defeated the two-time champion Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 to take Game Six in enemy territory to win the Stanley Cup. The Avalanche did it by … Continue reading

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