17
Oct
2009
Rangers 4 Maple Leafs 1
“It’s Deja Vu all over again” said Yogi Berra famously and tonight the Rangers must have felt that way as they outplayed an over matched Toronto Maple Leafs squad for second time this week en route to their seventh straight victory. The Leafs battled early and showed some fight but couldn’t solve Henrik Lundqvist on [...]
16
Oct
2009
Practice Notes: Brash Back, Kotalik Moves Up
Here are some observations from today’s practice: -Donald Brashear skated today and says he expects to be in the lineup tomorrow night in Toronto when the Rangers play the Leafs. Brashear, who had missed tuesday’s practice and wednesday’s game vs. the Kings, told reporters he is feeling “much better” and that it is “good to [...]
14
Oct
2009
Henrik Starts, Brash May Sit
Henrik Lundqvist will get his sixth start of the season tonight when the Los Angeles Kings visit the Garden to face the red hot Rangers. Lundqvist has been outstanding so far compiling a 4-1 record and a 2.42 GAA in his previous five starts. He will attempt to stretch the Rangers’ winning streak to six [...]
12
Oct
2009
Rangers 7 Maple Leafs 2
In their most impressive performance so far this young season, The Rangers employed a stifling first period forecheck to jump out to an early lead and a dominating third period to absolutely hammer the visting Maple Leafs 7-2 at the Garden. The Blueshirts fifth straight victory has the club now sitting alone atop the eastern [...]
8
Oct
2009
Rangers 4 Capitals 3
In a game that at times resembled a parade to the penalty box, the Rangers overcame a late one goal deficit to edge the Capitals 4-3 in D.C. earlier tonight. Marian Gaborik scored two late goals after Nicklas Backstrom put the Caps ahead with his second tally of the contest. Henrik Lundqvist had an uneven [...]
8
Oct
2009
Game Preview: Capital Challenge (Updated)
The Rangers (2-1-0) head to Washington to face the Capitals (2-0-1) tonight at 7 pm. The Capitals offense is already performing at mid-season form as MVP Alex Ovechkin (5G-4A-9P) and center Nicklas Backstrom (8A) have been unstoppable in the first three games of the season. Jose Theodore will get the start in goal tonight instead [...]
7
Oct
2009
Rangers News Roundup: Avery Still Out, Drury,Torts and Brashear Speak
Some quick notes from Rangers land today: -Sean Avery ruled himself out of Thursday night’s matchup against the Capitals in D.C. It looks like the probable date for his return is sunday’s game at home against the Anaheim Ducks. Avery told reporters earlier today that his sprained right knee is “still not 100%” and he [...]
29
Sep
2009
Season Preview Part 2: Moving Forward
After an offseason for the Blueshirts that was defined by wholesale changes up front, the team is returning only 5 forwards (Dubinsky, Callahan, Chris Drury, Sean Avery and Aaron Voros) who played significant minutes for the Rangers last season. In an attempt to bolster the team’s ability to score goals at even strength and on special teams, the [...]
5
Jul
2009
Lazy Sunday
There’s not much happening in Ranger Land today as Glen Sather and Co. seem to have taken the holiday weekend off to regroup after this busy past week. If any news breaks, I’ll bring it to you immediately. If you are having withdrawals, there are some interesting reads around the ‘net today. Hockey’s Future has [...]
2
Jul
2009
Free Agency Day 2: Antropov Gone, Depth for the Wolfpack
While the Rangers were quiet on the second day of free agency, a few notable moves took place. The first being the departure of Rangers winger Nik Antropov, who was acquired at last season’s trade deadline, when he signed a 4 year 16 million dollar deal with the Atlanta Thrashers. The Rangers had some interest [...]