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Tuesday - January 25th
On TSN's insiders (Link), Darren Dreger made a comment on Arizona Coyotes defenseman Jacob Chychrun, noting that there were five teams that had serious interest in him, and notably he did not include the Rangers in the teams he listed off.
From reports late last week, it appeared the Rangers have indeed made an offer for the 23 year old blueliner, but given how far we are away from the deadline, perhaps Coyotes GM Bill Armstrong would prefer to wait to see what other teams might be willing to pay.
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Question Of The Day
August 19th, 2021
Earlier this year the Rangers won by a margin of nine goals as they beat the Flyers 9-0. How many times has the margin been bigger?
Answer...
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LANE LAMBERT
(1986-1987)
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Nov 18 - 1964 |
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Right Wing |
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Games Played: |
18 |
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2 |
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2 |
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Points: |
4 |
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Penalty Minutes: |
33 |
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CAMP INFORMATION |
Location
Greenburgh, NY
September 11th - 15th
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| ROSTER |
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30+1 |
| Maximum Roster: |
24 |
| CALENDAR |
| September |
| 11 |
Training Camp |
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Pre-Season Opener |
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Game vs. Canucks |
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Final Preseason Game |
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Rosters Finalized |
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| Projected Forwards
- First Line |
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| Chris Kreider |
Derek Stepan |
Rick Nash |
With a new coach in town, it's really hard to figure who the Rangers might field as a first line. Rick
Nash seems a likely go-to guy on the right wing, with Derek Stepan - assuming he signs of course - looks set to
be the #1 center. As for the third spot, that appears less certain.
Chris Kreider appears to be
the guy with the most offensive potential, but a disappointing rookie season makes him anything but a
certainly. Carl Hagelin is almost certainly set to miss games as he recovers from off-season shoulder
surgery, although may end up there after he returns.
Benoit Pouliot could earn a chance if he can build
some chemistry, while Taylor Pyatt and Derek Dorsett look almost certain to be further down the depth chart.
Whether they might put Danny Kristo or Oscar Lindberg on the line remains to be seen, the Rangers are certainly
high on him, but they do seem to be short of left wingers, and someone might have to play out of position. |
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| Projected Forwards
- Second Line |
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| Mats Zuccarello |
Brad Richards |
Danny Kristo |
The loss of Ryan Callahan and Carl Hagelin to injury to start the season, also throws
the second line into some chaos. With the retention of Brad Richards, it would seem likely he'll get the
first chance to play second line minutes, although Derrick Brassard could easily move in front of him, as he
did during the playoffs.
Mats Zuccarello had a good playoffs, and seems the most likely to earn a spot
on the wing, while Pouliot - or Kreider - appear to be the most likely left wing candidates. If Kristo
does impress - and we think he will - it could be the 2nd line where he really gets his chance.
The Rangers might also consider
putting J.T. Miller on the wing, after he struggled in the center position. Miller has been surprisingly
absent from the informal skates, which perhaps isn't a good sign. Oscar Lindberg would also be someone
who might contend, but is likely going to get a better chance on the third line.
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| Projected Forwards
- Third Line |
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| Benoit Pouliot |
Derrick Brassard |
Brian Boyle |
Our projection of Danny Kristo on the second line, means Benoit Pouliot and Taylor Pyatt
are battling out with Brian Boyle for the third line spot. Throw in Oscar Lindberg -if they do indeed
consider him on the wing - and you've got some pressure on the third line positions.
Jesper Fast
could also get a look with a big camp, though appears to be a longer shot at this stage. Ultimately it
looks as if Pouliot and Boyle will win out, meaning Pyatt goes to the fourth line and Lindberg to the AHL. |
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| Projected Forwards
- Fourth Line |
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| Taylor Pyatt |
Dominic Moore |
Derek Dorsett |
Down on the fourth line, returnee Dominic Moore looks set to center Dorsett and another
wing, who we're projecting to be Taylor Pyatt. Pyatt played last year mostly on the third line, and will
get a chance there again, but will be under pressure from free agent signee Benoit Pouliot.
Last year
fourth line duo of Arron Asham and Darroll Powe look likely to be reassigned to save Cap Space, though that's
not a certainty yet. |
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Reserves |
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 Carl Hagelin |
Michael Haley |
Ryan Callahan |
Carl Hagelin and Ryan Callahan are set to start the season on injured reserve, whilst
Darroll Powe will likely be placed on waivers and reassigned to Hartford if unclaimed. Michael Haley
looks a reasonable bet if the Rangers decide to keep an extra forward, although Brandon Mashinter could also
get the call.
Hartford:
Arron Asham
Ryan Bourque
Jesper Fast
Marek Hrivik
Kyle Jean
Oscar Lindberg
Brandon Mashinter
Josh Nicholls
Darroll Powe
Thomas Spelling
Michael
St Croix
Andrew Yogan
Greenville:
Jason Wilson
CHL:
Anthony Duclair |
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1st Pair |
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Ryan McDonagh |
Dan Girardi |
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It looks a good bet that Ryan McDonagh and Dan Girardi will open up the season again as
the top defensive pair. Girardi will be sporting a visor for the first time, following Staal's eye injury
last year. |
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2nd Pair |
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Marc Staal |
Michael Del Zotto |
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Marc Staal and Michael Del Zotto appear to have the edge on the second pair spot for now, but are likely to see
pressure from both John Moore and Anton Stralman. Staal is in an uncertain state following last year's
eye injury, while Del Zotto continues to struggle on the defensive side. |
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| Projected Defense - 3rd Pair |
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| John Moore |
Anton Stralman |
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Rounding out the Rangers defense will be John Moore and Anton Stralman. To be honest, the only way the
top six defenseman are likely to change right now, will be if there's an injury. |
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| Projected Defense -
Reserves |
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| Aaron Johnson |
Justin Falk |
It would not surprise to see the Rangers keep one or even two defenders up with the
team, especially for the long road trip to start the year. Both Aaron Johnson and Justin Falk were
acquired to provide depth to the blueline, and they'll likely get the call ahead of fellow acuqisition Danny
Syvret.
Hartford:
Connor Allen
Stu Bickel
Tommy Hughes
Dylan McIlrath
Danny Syvret
Greenville:
Charlie Dodero
Samuel Noreau
CHL:
Ryan Graves |
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Henrik Lundqvist |
Martin Biron |
Once again, no real surprise in net, as the duo of Henrik Lundqvist and Martin
Biron will open up for their third straight season.
Hartford:
Cam Talbot
Jason Missiaen
Greenville:
Jeff Malcolm
Scott Stajcer
CHL:
Mackenzie Skapski |
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| ► NEXT GAMES
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Thursday Jan 27th
7:00pm - Road
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Friday Jan 28th
7:00pm - Home
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Sunday Jan 30th
1:00pm - Home
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Tuesday Feb 1st
7:00pm - Home
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Thursday Feb 24th
7:00pm - Home
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Saturday Feb 26th
3:00pm - Road
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Sunday Feb 27th
7:30pm - Home
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Complete Schedule
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| ► CALENDAR |
| Jan 28 |
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Lundqvist Number Retirement |
| Jan 30 |
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First home game against Seattle |
| Feb 4 |
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NHL All Star Skills Competition |
| Feb 5 |
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NHL All Star Game |
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Olympic Break Begins |
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| ► STANDINGS
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Team |
GP |
W |
L |
OT |
Pts |
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Panthers |
42 |
28 |
9 |
5 |
61 |
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Lightning |
43 |
28 |
10 |
5 |
61 |
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Rangers |
43 |
28 |
11 |
4 |
60 |
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Penguins |
41 |
26 |
10 |
5 |
57 |
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Maple Leafs |
38 |
25 |
10 |
3 |
53 |
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Bruins |
39 |
24 |
13 |
2 |
50 |
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Hurricanes |
38 |
27 |
9 |
2 |
56 |
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Capitals |
43 |
23 |
11 |
9 |
55 |
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Red Wings |
42 |
18 |
18 |
6 |
42 |
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Blue Jackets |
39 |
18 |
20 |
1 |
37 |
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Devils |
40 |
15 |
20 |
5 |
35 |
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Islanders |
34 |
14 |
14 |
6 |
34 |
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Flyers |
42 |
13 |
21 |
8 |
34 |
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Sabres |
41 |
13 |
21 |
7 |
33 |
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Senators |
35 |
12 |
20 |
3 |
27 |
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Canadiens |
41 |
8 |
26 |
7 |
23 |
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