New York Rangers

Rangers continue dominance against Flyers with 4-2 win

December 24, 2011

It’s difficult not to acknowledge the Winter Classic these days.

With the annual outdoor event slowly creeping up on us, the collective mind of the hockey world is obsessed with the outdoor showdown that will be taking place in Philadelphia on January 2nd.

With all the networks gearing up their coverage, Friday night’s game between the Flyers and Rangers had a different tone than a game in late December typical has had in the past.

While all the major networks played up the fact that it was the final meeting prior to the Classic, many forgot to mention that the game was more than just a hype machine for the mega event a little over a week away.

This game also decided who would go into the holiday break with control of first place in the Atlantic Division as well as first place in the Eastern Conference.

24/7 Part II; Deeper Down the Rabbit Hole

December 22, 2011

Matthew Brigidi

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Last week’s episode of “24/7” acted as an introduction to both teams. Feeling out the different personality types and developing main characters, the show offered more information than insight.

The second installment of the four-part series gave viewers all the behind-the-scenes action they could have hoped for, offering unique circumstances that many have never seen.

Isles and Rangers Face Off at the Garden

December 22, 2011

Brian Bock

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The Islanders are heading into the Big Apple to face their archrivals, the New York Rangers. Coming off back-to-back shootout wins (courtesy of Frans Neilsen and his patented forehand-backhand-top shelf move), the young Isles team is carrying a bit of momentum into the World’s Greatest Arena. They are playing with more confidence and finding ways to win hockey games.

This is a good thing. Because they will need every ounce of momentum, confidence, skill, (and maybe even a little luck) to leave Madison Square Garden with 2 points against the Rangers in tonight’s contest.

The Rangers (with 3 games in hand) are currently tied for 2nd in the Atlantic Division with the Pittsburgh Penguins, as they each have managed 42 points so far this season.

Isles Injuries Starting To Mount

December 21, 2011

Rob McGowan

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When you think of the New York Islanders and associate the word "injury" to their name, you automatically think of all the man-games lost by this team over the past few years and immediately think of the infamous Rick DiPietro. But right now, the injury bug is starting to bite in places other than the 15-year man's knees.

Brian Rolston was placed on the Injured Reserve retroactive to Dec 15th due to a concussion he sustained during the team's 3-2 loss to the Dallas Stars this passed Thursday. He left the game and did not return and has not played since.This has allowed Nino Niederreiter to return to the line-up without their having to be any major changes to the roster.

Other players, like Tim Wallace, have been getting extra playing time as well. Although Wallace has previous NHL experience with the Pittsburgh Penguins, he really hasn't been all that impressive.

Part I of '24/7'; This is gonna be good

December 15, 2011

Matthew Brigidi

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Since 2008, the Winter Classic has proven to be one of the most anticipated events of the NHL calendar year.

However, a newer component to the Classic has emerged, one that may actually be just as exciting as the game itself.

HBO’s all-access series, “24/7” began it’s coverage of the Winter Classic last season when it filmed the build-up to the outdoor game between the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins.

This season’s series will do the same, except this time the focus will be upon the New York Rangers and Philadelphia Flyers as the two teams gear-up for their outdoor event at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park on January 2.

The series made its premiere on Wednesday night and did not disappoint.

Atlantic Division Holiday Wishes: New York Rangers

December 8, 2011

Brian Bock

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In this 5 part series, Brian Bock informs you about the letters to Santa he ‘intercepted’ from each of the teams in the Atlantic Division. First up, the New York Rangers.

Have The Isles Become Montoya's Team?

December 3, 2011

Rob McGowan

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Al Montoya has been superb this season for the New York Islanders, but with Rick DiPietro here for several more years, how much longer will his run actually last?

Lundqvist shuts out Flyers

November 26, 2011

John Russo

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The Winter Classic saw it's first preview of the season with the two teams squaring off at center ring in Madison Square Garden. But it was New York who threw the first punches in their 2-0 shut out win Saturday afternoon.

Flyers-Rangers Set Stage for Classic Showdown

November 26, 2011

Matthew Brigidi

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Philadelphia’s rivalry with New York is a storied affair seething with animosity and hatred.

That will only be intensified today with the prospects of January 2nd’s Winter Classic hovering over the first meeting of the season between the Flyers and the Rangers.

Power Play Practice Pays off

November 19, 2011

habbykins

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The New York Rangers paid a visit to the Bell Centre in Montreal. The game featured some nice hitting on both sides and some power play opportunities. The Rangers never got on track in this contest.

Power play goals by Cole and Plekanec paved the way for the Habs dominated game. Carey Price made 17 saves to record his second shutout in as many games played.

The young, inexperienced defenders were certainly up to the task of protecting Price and the net. Emelin once again did some hitting and sound positional play. Crisp clean clearing passes were the order of this evening.

This game featured two goals by the Captain and these were set up by the much-mal...