Tag Archives: NYRangers

Brutal loss to Kings brings more questions for Rangers

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Derek

It was deja vu all over again. Back at the scene of the 2014 Stanley Cup Final, the Rangers had a two-goal lead in the third period against the Kings. It turned into Groundhog Day at Staples Center. Predictably, they … Continue reading →

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Clutterbuck’s goal with 1:28 left gives Islanders another win over Rangers

Posted on March 7, 2016 by Derek

An unpredictable game between bitter rivals had a odd conclusion. In the first period of the third installment of the Battle of New York, the Islanders and Rangers combined for seven goals on the game’s first 19 shots. After the … Continue reading →

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Official: Rangers acquire Eric Staal

Posted on February 28, 2016 by Derek

Eric Staal to the Rangers is finally done. The Canes franchise center got his wish after waving his no-trade clause only to the team he wanted to play for. The Rangers acquired Staal from Carolina for two second round picks … Continue reading →

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Remembering Andy Bathgate

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Derek

On Friday, hockey lost a legend. Andy Bathgate passed away at the age of 83. A former Ranger who spent 12 seasons on Broadway starring on teams in the 1950’s and early 60’s at the original Madison Square Garden, Bathgate … Continue reading →

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Game Review: Rangers lose tough one to Blackhawks 5-3

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Derek

Panarin Bread: Artemi Panarin gets congrats from Patrick Kane and the Hawks in their 5-3 win over the Rangers. AP Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images When it ended, I was furious. If you follow me on Twitter, then you know … Continue reading →

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Yandle’s tying goal with 12.9 seconds left sparks big shootout win over Broad Street Bullies

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Derek

It would’ve been easy for them to just give up after the loss of their captain. In an emotionally charged game that saw Wayne Simmonds knockout Ryan McDonagh literally with a left hook leading to a match penalty, the Rangers … Continue reading →

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Vigneault comes to senses, changes lines

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Derek

Following last night’s disappointment in Brooklyn, Alain Vigneault came to his senses by changing the lines. With a visit to the Flyers for a 1 PM Saturday matinee, it looks like he’ll go more conventionally. Here’s what the projected lines … Continue reading →

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Heroes: Rangers come back to beat Bruins

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Derek

“We can be heroes just for one day.”-David Bowie On an emotional day for the music world, the Rangers dug deep in a come from behind 2-1 victory over the Bruins at MSG. It was their third win in the … Continue reading →

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Vigneault’s loyalty to Girardi and Staal hurting Rangers

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Derek

As they start the second part of their schedule with the Bruins visiting MSG later, the Rangers find themselves at a crossroads. After going 15-3-2 thru their first 20 games, they’re 6-11-3 since. Even by earning three out of four … Continue reading →

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Rangers blow comeback in heartbreaking loss to Ovechkin, Caps

Posted on January 9, 2016 by Derek

For two periods, the Rangers couldn’t get much accomplished against the stingy Capitals who play about as dull a defensive style as humanly possible. The first 40 minutes belonged to the visitors who led 2-0 capitalizing on two mistakes. That … Continue reading →

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