Nikolai Zherdev

7 Jul 2009

Prospect Spotlight: Evgeny Grachev

This is the first in a weekly series of profiles on the youngsters currently in the Rangers organization who will be counted on to contribute in the future. Evgeny Grachev, Center/Winger 6-3, 212 lbs. Date of Birth: 2-21-1990 Drafted in 3rd Round of 2008 NHL Draft. Evegeny Grachev is currently considered by many to be [...]

6 Jul 2009

Blue Monday (Updated)

While rumors continue to swirl about whether the Rangers are interested in pursuing Saku Koivu, Alexei Kovalev or Sergei Zubov, nothing seems to be imminent on that front. The most interesting news out of Rangers camp is that forwards Nikolai Zherdev and Ryan Callahan have both elected to take the team to salary arbitration for [...]

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 [...]