Tag Archives: Peter Laviolette

Chytil optimistic about returning for Conference Finals

Posted on May 20, 2024 by Derek

In the second round, Filip Chytil returned to the Rangers for Game 3 against the Hurricanes. After voicing his excitement about finally being back, he wasn’t available for the remainder of the series. Apparently, the flu was going around. Chytil … Continue reading →

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Laviolette’s trust paid off to get Rangers here

Posted on May 18, 2024 by Derek

When they broke camp last September, the Rangers had a different mindset going into the season. A big reason for that is head coach Peter Laviolette. His experience behind the bench has made a big difference. Unlike his predecessor, who … Continue reading →

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Laviolette remains quiet about tonight’s lineup, double shift Lafreniere

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Derek

At practice yesterday, the Rangers prepared for Game 6. Tonight, they’ll have a third opportunity to close out the Hurricanes. They’ll have to get it done in enemy territory. Coach Peter Laviolette hinted at some possible lineup changes. One could … Continue reading →

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Blueshirts can learn something from the Knicks

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Derek

It’s rare that both MSG tenants are playing at the same time during the spring. In recent memory, there haven’t been many moments when the Rangers and Knicks were in the second round with a real chance to reach the … Continue reading →

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Extra day to prepare for Game 6 should help Blueshirts

Posted on May 14, 2024 by Derek

What happened in the third period last night happened. It’s over and done with. There’s nothing the Rangers can do about how putrid they were in giving up four consecutive goals to the Hurricanes in a 4-1 loss to drop … Continue reading →

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Rempe is in for Game 5

Posted on May 13, 2024 by Derek

When they line up for Game 5 tonight, the Rangers will have Matt Rempe back in the lineup. A healthy scratch over the last two games, he’ll return to the fourth line. With coach Peter Laviolette opting for Filip Chytil … Continue reading →

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Trouba’s struggles are only part of the problem

Posted on May 12, 2024 by Derek

It was only one loss. In truth, the Rangers weren’t going to go undefeated in the playoffs. At some point, a good opponent was gonna  respond. On Saturday night, the Hurricanes got their first win of the second round series. … Continue reading →

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Chytil misses practice, game-time decision for Game 4

Posted on May 11, 2024 by Derek

Following a thrilling Rangers’ 3-2 win in overtime over the Hurricanes, Filip Chytil expressed excitement over finally returning to the lineup. It had been six months since the 24-year-old center had played in a game. He suffered a concussion on … Continue reading →

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Panarin Is The Overtime Hero! Rangers stun Hurricanes 3-2 to take Game 3

Posted on May 10, 2024 by Derek

It happened again. For the second straight game, the Rangers needed overtime to beat the Hurricanes. After allowing Andrei Svechnikov to tie the game with 1:36 left in regulation, there was no panic. Instead, Artemi Panarin won the game when … Continue reading →

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Chytil returns to the Rangers lineup for Game 3

Posted on May 9, 2024 by Derek

For the first time since Nov. 2, Filip Chytil will play a game for the Rangers. It’s not just any game. He was activated off LTIR before Game 3 tonight against the Hurricanes. Chytil has been ready for a while … Continue reading →

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