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Rangers re-sign Namestnikov, add defenseman Claesson

Posted on July 2, 2018 by Derek

Day One of free agency is in the books. It went as expected if you’re a Ranger fan. They didn’t do much. Committed to a rebuild, it appears there will be no quick fixes or overpaid stars coming to Broadway. … Continue reading →

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Rangers linked to Komarov, Nash may not play next year

Posted on June 28, 2018 by Derek

It looks like the Rangers could be actually adding someone to the roster. They’ve been reportedly linked to soon to be former Maple Leaf Leo Komarov. The New York Rangers have been in talks with forward Leo Komarov on a … Continue reading →

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Brodeur and St. Louis highlight 2018 Hockey Hall of Fame Class with Willie O’Ree

Posted on June 27, 2018 by Derek

Congratulations to the Class of 2018! #HHOF #HHOF2018 pic.twitter.com/KSwDIUKHQM — Hockey Hall of Fame (@HockeyHallFame) June 26, 2018 Yesterday, the phone call came for Martin Brodeur. The all-time winningest goalie and shutout leader will be inducted into the Hockey Hall … Continue reading →

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What J.T. Miller’s new contract could mean for Hayes

Posted on June 26, 2018 by Derek

Earlier today, the Lightning announced on Twitter that they had re-signed J.T. Miller to a new contract. The restricted free agent who the Rangers included in a selloff with Ryan McDonagh at the trade deadline, received a five-year contract worth … Continue reading →

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NHL Draft: Rangers go heavy on D, pass up Wilde for 17-year old goalie Lindbom

Posted on June 23, 2018 by Derek

Day Two of the NHL Draft was mostly about defense for the Rangers. Of the six players selected, four were D meaning that the team totaled six blueliners over the two days. Six of the ten picks are D. While … Continue reading →

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Rangers pass on Wahlstrom to take Kravtsov ninth overall, trade up for K’Andre Miller and grab Nils Lundkvist in wild first round

Posted on June 23, 2018 by Derek

The first round of the NHL Draft was completed Friday night in Dallas. It marked the first time they hosted one. Maybe it should be the only instance with some unruly fans booing commissioner Gary Bettman as he spoke about … Continue reading →

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Rangers open up at home against Nashville, trading Hayes is risky unless it’s a home run

Posted on June 20, 2018 by Derek

Yesterday, the preseason schedule was announced. It wasn’t too revealing. The usual allotment of games for the Rangers against rivals, the Islanders, Devils and Flyers. The only thing I hope is that there will be more evaluation of whatever prospects … Continue reading →

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Rangers offseason crucial to future

Posted on June 18, 2018 by Derek

It’s been a while since so much depended on the NHL Draft for the Rangers. A team used to postseason success, they failed to qualify for the playoffs for just the second time since Henrik Lundqvist was a rookie in … Continue reading →

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Why is Lindy Ruff back

Posted on June 12, 2018 by Derek

Sitting here finishing off a Guinness in the wee hours watching classic videos on MTV Classic, I cannot help but wonder why Lindy Ruff is still here. The news came down officially over the weekend. The former Sabres and Stars … Continue reading →

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Hard Hits: Ovechkin and Caps silencing critics

Posted on June 3, 2018 by Derek

Through three games of the most unpredictable Stanley Cup Final, it’s Alexander Ovechkin and the Caps needing just two more wins to capture the franchise’s first Cup. In a virtuoso performance following a bizarre introduction from game show host Pat … Continue reading →

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