Tag Archives: Steven McDonald

Mets ’86 hero Orosco tells great story on Old-Timer’s Day, Zibanejad ranked in top 10 centers by NHL Network

Posted on August 28, 2022 by Derek Felix

On a warm August day in Flushing, the Mets held their first Old-Timer’s Day since 1994 ironically, one ’86 hero had a great story to tell. As it turned out, he shared a unique connection to the Rangers. During the … Continue reading →

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Steven McDonald Award Goes To Adam Fox

Posted on April 29, 2021 by Derek Felix

In an emotional ceremony befitting of this year’s winner, NYPD detective Conor McDonald made an emotional speech in presenting Adam Fox the Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award. With Conor McDonald speaking through a mask behind the netting alongside his wife … Continue reading →

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Rangers had luck on their side in Lottery

Posted on April 10, 2019 by Derek Felix

For a team that’s never had the first pick in any NHL Draft, the Rangers finally had one go their way last night. Even though they didn’t win the first overall pick in the Lottery drawing, luck was on their … Continue reading →

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The final game of the season

Posted on April 5, 2019 by Derek Felix

Tonight, the Rangers wrap up the season at MSG when they host the Blue Jackets. For all intents and purposes, the game means nothing. However, it has is of significant importance to Columbus. A win of any kind clinches the … Continue reading →

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My thoughts on the Steven McDonald Award

Posted on April 3, 2019 by Derek Felix

In about half an hour, the Rangers will introduce Steven McDonald’s family to the crowd at MSG. They’ll get a standing ovation as always on an emotional night. It’ll be loud and what all 41 home games should be, but … Continue reading →

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Struggling Rangers try to slow down wildcard chasing rival Islanders in home and home

Posted on January 10, 2019 by Derek Felix

The tale of two classic New York rivals is at the midpoint of a weird season. One where scoring is way up and the amount of parity is not good like Gary Bettman portrays. There just aren’t many good teams. … Continue reading →

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Focused Kreider should be considered for Rangers’ next captain

Posted on March 31, 2018 by Derek Felix

The final home game was full of mixed emotions like the classic Rolling Stones hit. Following a unbelievable pregame ceremony in which NYPD Officer Conor McDonald presented Henrik Lundqvist with the Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award, the Rangers organization paid … Continue reading →

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Lundqvist wins the Steven McDonald Award

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Derek Felix

On what was a very emotional scene before the Rangers hosted the Lightning at MSG, the son of Steven McDonald came out with Mom Patti to present his father’s prestigious award that commemorated the 30 Year Anniversary. Conor McDonald presents … Continue reading →

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A emotional return for three former Blueshirts

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Derek Felix

Before the puck drops for tonight’s match between the Lightning and Rangers at The Garden, there’s sure to be plenty of emotion for three former Blueshirts. Dan Girardi, Ryan McDonagh and J.T. Miller will take the ice as a visitor … Continue reading →

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Mats Zuccarello on the significance of tonight and how much he means to Rangers fans

Posted on March 30, 2018 by Derek Felix

.@zuccarello36 on facing former teammates, including Ryan McDonagh, tonight and what the Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award means to him. #NYR pic.twitter.com/pfXQ89288f — New York Rangers (@NYRangers) March 30, 2018 Listening to Mats Zuccarello speak above makes me want to … Continue reading →

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