Tag Archives: Rangers

HARD HITS: Hot summer continues, Zibanejad comparables, Canadiens con fans, Hischier can change Devils

Posted on July 22, 2017 by Derek

On another balmy July summer afternoon in the Big Apple 🍎, the longest month of the hockey offseason continues. One which seems to be crawling along like the 90 degree temps and 100 heat index with sticky humidity. Indeed, a … Continue reading →

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Long hot summer continues in quiet hockey off-season

Posted on July 20, 2017 by Derek

As we near the end of July, the temperatures continue to hit a feverish 90 degree pitch with humidity levels skyrocketing. They don’t call it the dog days of summer for nothing. Speaking of which, did anyone else enjoy ESPN’s … Continue reading →

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Random Thoughts: A boring NHL summer

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Derek

Even in a dull summer, there are plenty of NYR thoughts and hockey ones. Continue reading →

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A Fast resolution for Rangers

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Derek

Earlier today, the Rangers and restricted free agent Jesper Fast reached agreement on a new contract. It was a Fast resolution with the 25-year old checking right wing and the club agreeing to a new three-year deal worth an average … Continue reading →

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Happy 4th! Rangers sign Desharnais, Kovalchuk stays home

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Derek

On the 4th of July, the Rangers filled one spot by signing David Desharnais for one year, $1 million. It’s a low risk move in hopes that the undersized, speedy veteran center can play fourth line. There once was a … Continue reading →

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A wild Canada Day: Shattenkirk chooses Rangers, Devils sign Boyle, Sabres add Pouliot, Johnson

Posted on July 2, 2017 by Derek

Day One has come and gone. On a wild Canada Day, there was plenty of activity on the first day of NHL free agency. July 1 was as busy as expected. Even if this year’s class isn’t loaded with stars, … Continue reading →

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The Latest on eve of July 1: Sabres acquire Scandella, Devils all in on Shattenkirk

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Derek

As July 1 approaches, the Devils are after Shattenkirk and Sabres make a move getting Scandella and Pominville. Continue reading →

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News and Notes: Girardi close with Lightning, McDavid big contract, offer sheeting Draisaitl

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Derek

New Post: The Eve of July 1 for Rangers and hockey fans

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Rangers re-sign Smith, why Gorton should be careful with July fireworks set to begin

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Derek

The Rangers must be careful with how they spend this summer with better potential UFA in ’18 and ’19. Continue reading →

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NHL Draft Recap: Rangers grab Lias Andersson and Filip Chytil, Sabres take Casey Mittlestadt, Islanders trade Hamonic to Flames

Posted on June 24, 2017 by Derek

New Post: The 2017 NHL Draft had its share of big trades. Plus interesting picks for Rangers and Sabres.

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