Tag Archives: Zac Jones

Zibanejad’s hat trick and Kakko pair enough to hold off Sabres

Posted on April 26, 2021 by Derek

Mika Zibanejad’s hat trick highlighted a 6-3 Rangers’ win over the Sabres. The top center had a big day against the improved Buffalo team who never quit despite falling behind 4-1 and 5-2. His third three-goal game of the season … Continue reading →

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Lafreniere Leads The Way Past Flyers

Posted on April 24, 2021 by Derek

This was a lot better than the previous night. On Garden Of Dreams Night, it was one of the kids who stood out for the right reasons. How appropriate considering all the good will MSG and the Rangers do for … Continue reading →

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Flyers spell the end for underwhelming Rangers, top stars MIA, Shestyorkin hung out to dry, Zac Jones makes NHL debut

Posted on April 23, 2021 by Derek

This was it. At least for the postseason chances. You can forget it. The Rangers followed up an awful loss to the Islanders with an underwhelming performance in a 3-2 home loss to the Flyers at 33rd and 8th. Don’t … Continue reading →

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The Wonder Bread Man baking quite a batch on Broadway

Posted on April 16, 2021 by Derek

There are shifts where you watch Artemi Panarin skate and admire how well he sees the ice. A special talent, the 29-year old Russian superstar continues to be the straw that stirs the drink for the Rangers. Not quite like … Continue reading →

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After a quiet Deadline, pressure increases on Rangers

Posted on April 13, 2021 by Derek

As expected yesterday, the Rangers stayed the course at a quiet Trade Deadline that lacked the pizzazz of past years. While GM Jeff Gorton acknowledged that they explored the market for Brendan Smith, it wasn’t worth it to move him. … Continue reading →

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A Covid Shot to the playoffs, Vaccinated Rangers turn into the gang that can’t shoot straight in a brutal loss to grittier Penguins

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Derek

Filip Chytil somehow missed this golden opportunity to score in a frustrating second period that swung the momentum towards the Penguins, who wanted it more in a 5-2 win that crushed the Rangers’ playoff hopes. AP Photo by Spittin’ Chiclets … Continue reading →

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Rangers sign first round pick Braden Schneider to AHL contract, Devils re-sign Jesper Bratt

Posted on January 11, 2021 by Derek

In some more local hockey news, both the Rangers and Devils made interesting moves. Each signed a young player. One will be on an NHL roster as expected while the other will get their first taste of pro hockey in … Continue reading →

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As training camp opens, Kreider a sounding board on Lafreniere and Rangers

Posted on January 4, 2021 by Derek

The look on the bench says it all. A wow moment is coming for some new Rangers. AP Photo by New York Rangers via Twitter. "We know we've got the skill. We know we bring a dynamic offensive game. The … Continue reading →

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Rangers put together highlight package of DeAngelo, who must continue to produce while becoming a leader

Posted on October 18, 2020 by Derek

A couple of days following the re-signing of defenseman Tony DeAngelo for two more years at a reasonable average cap hit of $4.8 million through 2022, the Rangers paid tribute to the breakout American offensive star on their improved Twitter … Continue reading →

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A telling Gif from Thursday’s loss on Skjei struggles, The harsh reality Blueshirt fans must face

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Derek

I didn’t catch it. However, other fans did. Following an undisciplined minor penalty by Brady Skjei, coach David Quinn had some interesting words with assistant coaches David Oliver and Lindy Ruff on the Rangers bench. Kevin DeLury caught it and … Continue reading →

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