Chris Kreider; NHL or AHL?
by Jamy Baron The talk about Chris Kreider just never seems to end. The Boston College Eagles are one win away from their 31st Frozen Four appearance, a remarkable number. Kreider has had a big hand in that. As the Eagles leading scorer with 22 goals and 43 points, he must be a factor if the Eagles […]
Avery Done?
The Connecticut Whale released their clear day roster, signifying the players eligible for the AHL playoffs and one name noticably absent was that of veteran forward Sean Avery. Per Larry Brooks on Twitter, Avery has not played since January 27th, and was told not to report to practices. Myriad issues between Avery and CT/NYR staff can […]
Dubinsky leaves game with injury
Forward Brandon Dubinsky has reportedly suffered a hand injury after fighting Ryan Carter in the first period of tonight’s game against the New Jersey Devil. Dubinsky took several punches in the fight, and left the ice under his own power and went straight to the lockerroom. While he did appear to be favoring his hand, there’s also […]
Callahan Likely Back Tonight
It appears that captain Ryan Callahan will be back for the Rangers after a three game absence. Callahan injured his foot blocking an Ilya Kovalchuk shot in the 2-0 win over the New Jersey Devils on February 27th. In his absense, the Rangers have gone 2-0-1 and have moved into the top spot in the league with […]
Eminger Back In Line-up
Steve Eminger will return to the Rangers line-up tonight, in place of Anton Stralman. Eminger hasn’t played since the 2-0 loss to Pittsburgh on February 21st, and has been a healthy scratch in six straight games. He had earlier missed seven weeks due to injury, but did manage seven starts before being sent to the sidelines. Eminger […]
Alumni Game Roster Announced
by Jamy Baron During this past week, the Philadelphia Flyers unveiled their jerseys for the Winter Classic. Ranger fans were getting restless waiting for an announcement from the Rangers. The Rangers released a statement via their Facebook page that they will be unveiling their jerseys this coming Monday at 4PM EST. While that is very […]
Staal Reportedly Cleared For Light Workouts
There’s no imminent return to the Rangers for #1 defenseman Marc Staal, but there’s some progress at least. Marc Staal has reportedly been cleared for light workouts per the NY Post. It’s the first step in what is likely going to be a slow and measured process to return to the ice. Staal joined the Rangers for training […]
Rangers Trade Kundratek
by Jamy Baron As per Jesse Spector, the Rangers have traded blueliner, Tomas Kundratek to the Washington Capitals for 23 year old, Francois Bouchard. Bouchard is the younger brother of Pierre-Marc Bouchard of the Minnesota Wild and cousin of former Ranger, PA Parenteau. Bouchard tore up the QMJHL, but the 35th overall pick in 2006 hasn’t translated his play […]
Wolski To Have Surgery; Out Four Weeks
by Jamy Baron According to Pat Leonard, the Rangers have announced that forward Wojtek Wolski will be undergoing surgery to fix a sports hernia. Wolski, who has missed seven games this season, was recently place on the IR, November 5th. Groin injuries aren’t fun and they are different for each person. Wolski, who was indirectly criticized by Coach Tortorella earlier […]
Breaking Out The Heritage Jerseys
by Jamy Baron According to Steve Zipay, the Rangers will be wearing the Heritage Jersey that was worn last year for the Rangers 85th anniversary. This year however, the Rangers will not be wearing the 85th anniversary patch on their jerseys, which makes complete sense. The Rangers record last season when wearing the Heritage Jerseys was […]