Tag Archives: Pens

Pieces falling into place for surging Blueshirts

Posted on March 19, 2023 by Derek Felix

This past week was a good one for the Rangers. They took seven out of eight points against a pair of division rivals. In doing so, they pulled within five points of the second place, Devils who lost 4-2 yesterday. … Continue reading →

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Gallant won’t change power play despite accurate critique, Lafreniere struggles

Posted on December 28, 2022 by Derek Felix

Gerard Gallant had a critique of the power play today after practice. He thinks it’s too predictable. He’s right. The predictability stems from the puck always flowing toward Zibanejad for his one-timer. Having Panarin, another righty shot, in opposite circle … Continue reading →

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Crosby’s goal holds up for Pens to end Rangers’ winning streak at seven, Kreider scores twice, Special Teams the difference in tough one-goal loss

Posted on December 21, 2022 by Derek Felix

Sometimes, it isn’t a question of effort. It was there for the Rangers, who outplayed the Penguins for large stretches in their first meeting since a memorable first round series. Ultimately, it came down to special teams. The Pens were … Continue reading →

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Chytil good to go against Penguins

Posted on December 20, 2022 by Derek Felix

The Rangers got good news earlier today. Filip Chytil declared himself ready to go for tonight’s big game against the old Patrick Division rival Penguins. #NYR Filip Chytil says he’s good to go and will play tonight vs. Penguins — … Continue reading →

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Off-Season underway, Copp and Strome not looking promising for Rangers, Lightning trade McDonagh to Predators, re-sign Paul, NHL Draft this week, latest free agent news and leaks

Posted on July 5, 2022 by Derek Felix

The hockey off-season is underway. Even though free agency isn’t official until July 13. That’s still another nine days away. However, that hasn’t prevented teams from making some moves. The activity hasn’t been too busy. But we’ve already seen a … Continue reading →

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Seventh Heaven! Gutsy Rangers come back to stun Penguins 4-3 in overtime, Zibanejad ties it and Panarin wins the series, Shesterkin saves his best for last, Meet Hurricanes in Second Round

Posted on May 16, 2022 by Derek Felix

Improbable. Unthinkable. Incredible. Exhilarating. High Anxiety. That’s what comes to mind after a dramatic conclusion to a great series. In what amounted to a gutsy performance, the Never Say Die Rangers found a way to come back and stun the … Continue reading →

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Lack Of Transparency From Sullivan Typical Of NHL Issue

Posted on May 15, 2022 by Derek Felix

How many times does a key player get hurt in a playoff series and nobody has any clue when they’re returning? Way too often. The lack of transparency from coaches is counterproductive. It leaves teams guessing about their availability for … Continue reading →

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Tied Up! Kreider’s goal with 1:28 left in regulation gives Rangers an improbable 5-3 win over Penguins to take Game Six, Comeback kids force deciding seventh game, Zibanejad delivers and Shesterkin silences chants

Posted on May 14, 2022 by Derek Felix

It’s going seven! The best words when it comes to playoff hockey. The Rangers dug very deep to pull out a hard fought 5-3 win to take Game Six over the Penguins in enemy territory.  Chris Kreider stunned everyone when … Continue reading →

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Crosby out for Game Six, Jarry practices but won’t play, Motte a game-time decision

Posted on May 13, 2022 by Derek Felix

On the day of tonight’s Game Six in Pittsburgh, there’s plenty of news to digest. First and foremost, Sidney Crosby will not play. The Penguins captain skated with a skill coach this morning, but isn’t an option for Game Six. … Continue reading →

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Rangers get ready for Game Six at Penguins, Gallant hints at Motte return, No discipline for Trouba, Update on Crosby, Shesterkin up for Hart Trophy

Posted on May 13, 2022 by Derek Felix

With a day off before another do or die elimination game to be played Friday night in Pittsburgh, there was plenty of discussion from the Rangers earlier today. After practice, Gerard Gallant spoke to the media on a few hot … Continue reading →

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