Tag Archives: Ryan Strome

Kaapo Kakko scores a highlight reel first NHL goal

Posted on October 12, 2019 by Derek

Late in the first period of a scoreless game between the Oilers and Rangers, Kaapo Kakko finally scored his first NHL goal. The wonderful moment came when Ryan Strome was able to make a perfect backhand pass to put the … Continue reading →

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Rangers finally back from vacation to face Oilers

Posted on October 12, 2019 by Derek

Believe it or not, there’s a game this afternoon for the Rangers! It feels like they took a vacation. I kid. But really, what kind of schedule is this? You have teams that played four games already while the Blueshirts … Continue reading →

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Rangers expected lines for tomorrow include Brendan Smith, Kakko understands how to play hockey

Posted on October 2, 2019 by Derek

Tell me if you thought Brendan Smith would be in the starting lineup tomorrow night. That indeed appears to be the case. Cue NYR Twitter panic attacks in 5, 4, 3, 2, 1… The Rangers will ice a team that … Continue reading →

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Rangers Preview: Trusting the Process will be key to new and exciting season on Broadway

Posted on September 30, 2019 by Derek

The excitement is palpable over Opening Night this Thursday on Broadway. A new era of Rangers hockey will finally be upon us when the Winnipeg Jets visit MSG. They’ll roll out the blue carpet for prize second pick Kaapo Kakko, … Continue reading →

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A telling Quinn quote could bode well for Kravtsov

Posted on September 29, 2019 by Derek

Following last night’s 4-2 loss to the Islanders in Bridgeport, coach David Quinn discussed both the final preseason game and the tough decisions he will make regarding the roster. In less than 24 hours, the Rangers will make the final … Continue reading →

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Zibanejad and Lundqvist highlight Rangers shootout win over Flyers in preseason

Posted on September 26, 2019 by Derek

Mika Zibanejad celebrates with Lias Andersson. AP Photo via Getty Images courtesy NHL.com. Preseason or not, this doesn't get old. pic.twitter.com/w0TFFbnmtw — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) September 27, 2019 On a night some kids were still looking to make last … Continue reading →

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Chytil to get a look on top line versus Flyers

Posted on September 26, 2019 by Derek

Tonight, the Rangers host the Flyers at 33rd and Seventh Avenue. It’s the fifth installment of six exhibition games. Henrik Lundqvist is expected to get the start and go the whole way. A welcome change. He can use the extra … Continue reading →

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Quinn moves struggling Chytil back to wing

Posted on September 25, 2019 by Derek

For now at least, it looks like the Filip Chytil center experiment is over. The young forward, who’s entering his second full year, hasn’t distinguished himself in camp or preseason. In today’s practice, he was listed back on the right … Continue reading →

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Realistic Expectations for the New York Rangers

Posted on August 16, 2019 by Derek

The word realistic is something that most Blueshirt fans don’t go by. Of course, there’s a lot of enthusiasm based on an exciting off-season. Why shouldn’t we be excited? I’m not going to be a Debbie downer here. I’m looking … Continue reading →

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Game #82: A positive conclusion in Quinn’s rookie year

Posted on April 7, 2019 by Derek

Last night, the Rangers played their final game of rookie coach David Quinn’s rookie year. Like over a quarter of the games, Game 82 required overtime. The Penguins were still playing for something. A shot at home ice in the … Continue reading →

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