Saturday, September 25, 2010
Rangers @ Devils (Preseason Game 2)
The New York Rangers (1-0-0) visit the New Jersy Devils (0-0-2) tonight at the Prudential Center starting at 7:00 p.m.
TV: MSG
Probable Lineup:
Fedotenko-White-Callahan
Byers-Anisimov-Grachev
Avery-Kennedy-J. Williams
Boogaard-Newbury-Weise
Del Zotto-Eminger
Semenov-Valentenko
Exelby-Gilroy
Goaltenders:
Henrik Lundqvist - 35-27-10, 2.38 gaa, .921 sv%, 4 so.
Johan Hedberg - 21-16-6, 2.62 gaa, .915 sv %, 3 so
Opponent Notes:
- According to Tom Gulitti at Fire & Ice, Zach Parise said his line with Travis Zajac and Ilya Kovalchuk will play again tonight after combining for three goals and four assists in Thursday’s 4-3 overtime loss to the Rangers.
- Gulitti also reports that it appears the Patrik Elias-Jason Arnott-Jamie Langenbrunner will not play tonight.
- The Devils have lost both preseason games in the extra frame. Shootout vs. Flyers and OT vs. Rangers.
Last Year Season Series:
Oct. 5 - Rangers 3, Devils 2 at New Jersey
Oct. 22 - Rangers 2, Devils 4 at MSG
Jan. 12 - Rangers 0, Devils 1 (SO) at MSG
Feb. 6 - Rangers 3, Devils 1 at MSG
March 10 - Rangers 3, Devils 6 at New Jersey
March 25 - Rangers 4, Devils 3 (SO) at New Jersey
Opponent Blog:
Pucks and Pitchforks
TV: MSG
Probable Lineup:
Fedotenko-White-Callahan
Byers-Anisimov-Grachev
Avery-Kennedy-J. Williams
Boogaard-Newbury-Weise
Del Zotto-Eminger
Semenov-Valentenko
Exelby-Gilroy
Goaltenders:
Henrik Lundqvist - 35-27-10, 2.38 gaa, .921 sv%, 4 so.
Johan Hedberg - 21-16-6, 2.62 gaa, .915 sv %, 3 so
Opponent Notes:
- According to Tom Gulitti at Fire & Ice, Zach Parise said his line with Travis Zajac and Ilya Kovalchuk will play again tonight after combining for three goals and four assists in Thursday’s 4-3 overtime loss to the Rangers.
- Gulitti also reports that it appears the Patrik Elias-Jason Arnott-Jamie Langenbrunner will not play tonight.
- The Devils have lost both preseason games in the extra frame. Shootout vs. Flyers and OT vs. Rangers.
Last Year Season Series:
Oct. 5 - Rangers 3, Devils 2 at New Jersey
Oct. 22 - Rangers 2, Devils 4 at MSG
Jan. 12 - Rangers 0, Devils 1 (SO) at MSG
Feb. 6 - Rangers 3, Devils 1 at MSG
March 10 - Rangers 3, Devils 6 at New Jersey
March 25 - Rangers 4, Devils 3 (SO) at New Jersey
Opponent Blog:
Pucks and Pitchforks
Post Game Live Chat Tonight @ 10pm
Last minute decision to hold a live chat after tonight's Rangers/Devils game. Figured with the Redden waiving, plus preseason games starting it's a great time to do one.
Plan on it starting around 10pm.
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Plan on it starting around 10pm.
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Redden to Be Placed on Waivers Today!!!! (Updated)
Update, 10:56 a.m.:
Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun tweets this quote from Sather back in 2008 when the Rangers signed Redden...
“He’s been an all-star twice in the league. He’s the best first passer in the game today."
...ooops.
Update, 10:52 a.m.:
Gross posts this quote from Sather over at Ranger Rants about Redden seeming to play “carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders.”
...like I say in the comments section if he had some idea he might feel that type of pressure why take the money?
Update, 10:34 a.m.:
Andrew Gross tweets that the move was made to give younger guys more of a chance.
Gross also tweets that Redden told Sather he'll take a few days to consider options. Sather said he would be allowed to play at Hartford.
Finally Gross has this quote from Sather: "It's always difficult changing somebody's life but you have to do what's right for the team."
Update, 10:32 a.m.:
Jesse Spector tweets that Sather said Redden didn't seem surprised -- "He'd seen the writing on the wall."
Original Post:
Arthur Staple at Newsday tweets...
...i can't believe my eyes. I really didn't think it was ever going to happen.
...can this actually be considered one of the better days in Rangers history?
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Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun tweets this quote from Sather back in 2008 when the Rangers signed Redden...
“He’s been an all-star twice in the league. He’s the best first passer in the game today."
...ooops.
Update, 10:52 a.m.:
Gross posts this quote from Sather over at Ranger Rants about Redden seeming to play “carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders.”
...like I say in the comments section if he had some idea he might feel that type of pressure why take the money?
Update, 10:34 a.m.:
Andrew Gross tweets that the move was made to give younger guys more of a chance.
Gross also tweets that Redden told Sather he'll take a few days to consider options. Sather said he would be allowed to play at Hartford.
Finally Gross has this quote from Sather: "It's always difficult changing somebody's life but you have to do what's right for the team."
Update, 10:32 a.m.:
Jesse Spector tweets that Sather said Redden didn't seem surprised -- "He'd seen the writing on the wall."
Original Post:
Arthur Staple at Newsday tweets...
Wade Redden to be placed on waivers at noon today, #NYRangers announce.
Arthur Staple
StapeNewsday
...i can't believe my eyes. I really didn't think it was ever going to happen.
...can this actually be considered one of the better days in Rangers history?
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Voros Still Using Face As Punching Bag
Former Ranger Aaron Voros sports a bloody face after a fight filled game between the Ducks and Sharks last night. From Greg Wyshynski at Puck Daddy.
...i wonder if he tweeted about it after the game.
Math Working Against Redden
Larry Brooks at the New York Post says that math would seem to mitigate against Wade Redden opening the season with the Rangers in Buffalo on Oct. 9 even if he outplays the other contenders for the jobs on the third pair..."Adding Redden's $6.5 million hit to the roster would leave the Blueshirts with just over $4 million to fill up to six more (or temporarily, seven) spots. Factor in $1.75 million for Matt Gilroy, and the Rangers would have $2.25 million for three or four more forwards and perhaps a seventh defenseman."
...i knew I loved math.
...Brooks pretty much lays it out on the line here for Redden. I just can't see him on the roster.
NHL to Do Hard Knocks Style Show
ESPN.com reports that the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins will star in an HBO series centered around their showdown in the Winter Classic.The network and the NHL announced Thursday that four hour-long episodes of HBO's "24/7" franchise will air before and after the Jan. 1 game at Pittsburgh's Heinz Field.
"When we learned who the two teams were, it piqued our interest," HBO Sports president Ross Greenburg said. "It helped, there's no question. You're taking the two biggest stars in the sport and the two biggest rivals and putting them on the ice."
...you think HBO would have still been interested if it was Rangers/Islanders at Citi Field? Me neither.
...as a reality TV junkie I am super excited for this, but the fact that it's more Crosby tempers some of my enthusiasm.
...h/t to reader Joseph for the link.
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Thomas Starts Junior Season With A Bang; Werek Injury a Concern
Jess Rubenstein at The Prospect Park reports that Rangers 2010 2nd round pick Christian Thomas is already on his way towards trumping last year's 41-goal effort by starting this season with a two-goal effort as his Oshawa Generals routed the Peteborough Petes 9-2 last night.In other prospect news, Rubenstein is concerned with the knee injury Ethan Werek suffered during camp. This is particularly concerning because Werek tore is MCL back in March.
Details of the most recent injury have yet to be made clear.
...the knock on Thomas so far has been his size. But if he can continue to find the back of the net the next few seasons in either Juniors or AHL, the Rangers will have no choice but to find a spot for him on the roster.
...Rubenstein is very high on Werek, so I'd hate to so his balky knee stunt his growth.
A Trade Likely
In his piece in Newsday on tough roster decisions the Rangers will have make this weekend, Steve Zipay says that "With an excess of players with NHL experience, a trade seems likely."
...wonder which players other teams might be interested in? Kennedy? Christensen? Gilroy?
...and if the issue the Rangers have is a glut of third line players, what would they want in return? I guess draft picks.
Zipay also points out that Christensen needs to raise his game.
...EC was a player I had penciled in centering Gaborik this year, but he has been a no-show at camp so far and with Stepan impressing may find himself in the press box or being traded.
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...wonder which players other teams might be interested in? Kennedy? Christensen? Gilroy?
...and if the issue the Rangers have is a glut of third line players, what would they want in return? I guess draft picks.
Zipay also points out that Christensen needs to raise his game.
...EC was a player I had penciled in centering Gaborik this year, but he has been a no-show at camp so far and with Stepan impressing may find himself in the press box or being traded.
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Friday, September 24, 2010
Win Ranger Preseason Tix
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...i know it's just a preseason game, but free is free.
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Ranger Players at Iona College Tomorrow at 10am
Nine hockey Hockey Hall of Famers and a total of 14 NHL greats will “skate” into Iona College in New Rochelle, New York on Saturday, September 25, when Rangers’ Stanley Cup hero Mark Messier, two-time Penguins Stanley Cup champion Mario Lemieux and “Mr. Hockey” Gordie Howe are among the ice icons convening Steiner Sports Fanfest IV.
Fans of the New York Rangers will be particularly delighted as Messier’s Stanley Cup championship teammates lead by Hall of Famer Brian Leetch, Adam Graves, Mike Richter and head coach Mike Keenan will also be on hand, as well as former Blueshirts legends Andy Bathgate, Ron Greschner, and Harry Howell.
Hall of Famers Brett Hull, Paul Coffey, and Scotty Bowman, as well as past stickouts Jeremy Roenick and Chris Chelios round out the impressive list of ice greats who will be in attendance at Iona’s Mulcahy Gym (715 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801).
Steiner Sports (www.steinersports.com) will present its fourth fanfest, which has grown in popularity with hockey zealots.
General admission is $10, and $5 for children 12 and under. Fans will be able to purchase player autographs, win raffle prizes, participate in silent auctions, take pictures and more. Tickets can be purchased at the Steiner Sports Store and at Last Licks locations. For more information contact Steiner Sports at 914.301.1000 or www.steinersports.com. Mulcahy Gym is located at 715 North Avenue in New Rochelle, NY 10801.
Here is the player schedule for the event:
10 AM – 11:30 AM – Mark Messier, Mike Keenan, Mike Richter, Chris Chelios
11:30 AM – 1 PM – Gordie Howe
12 PM – 1:30 PM – Mario Lemieux, Brett Hull, Ron Greschner, Harry Howell, Jeremy Roenick
2 PM – 3:30 PM –Brian Leetch, Adam Graves, Scotty Bowman, Paul Coffey
...obviously this is far from being a free event but I thought I'd pass this along anyway.
...if anyone decides to go e-mail me some pics (nyrfan94@yahoo.com) and I'll post them.
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Fans of the New York Rangers will be particularly delighted as Messier’s Stanley Cup championship teammates lead by Hall of Famer Brian Leetch, Adam Graves, Mike Richter and head coach Mike Keenan will also be on hand, as well as former Blueshirts legends Andy Bathgate, Ron Greschner, and Harry Howell.
Hall of Famers Brett Hull, Paul Coffey, and Scotty Bowman, as well as past stickouts Jeremy Roenick and Chris Chelios round out the impressive list of ice greats who will be in attendance at Iona’s Mulcahy Gym (715 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801).
Steiner Sports (www.steinersports.com) will present its fourth fanfest, which has grown in popularity with hockey zealots.
General admission is $10, and $5 for children 12 and under. Fans will be able to purchase player autographs, win raffle prizes, participate in silent auctions, take pictures and more. Tickets can be purchased at the Steiner Sports Store and at Last Licks locations. For more information contact Steiner Sports at 914.301.1000 or www.steinersports.com. Mulcahy Gym is located at 715 North Avenue in New Rochelle, NY 10801.
Here is the player schedule for the event:
10 AM – 11:30 AM – Mark Messier, Mike Keenan, Mike Richter, Chris Chelios
11:30 AM – 1 PM – Gordie Howe
12 PM – 1:30 PM – Mario Lemieux, Brett Hull, Ron Greschner, Harry Howell, Jeremy Roenick
2 PM – 3:30 PM –Brian Leetch, Adam Graves, Scotty Bowman, Paul Coffey
...obviously this is far from being a free event but I thought I'd pass this along anyway.
...if anyone decides to go e-mail me some pics (nyrfan94@yahoo.com) and I'll post them.
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No Surprises in Cuts
Andrew Gross at Ranger Rants post's today's cuts...
To Hartford
G: Jordan Parise, Cameron Talbot
D: Lee Baldwin, Sam Klassen, Tomas Kundratek, Jyri Niemi, Blake Parlett, Nigel Williams
F: Chris Chappell, Devin DiDiomete, Brodie Dupont, Ryan Garlock, Chris McKelvie, Justin Soryal, Kelsey Tessier
...would have liked to have seen McIlrath stick around a little longer, but assuming his junior team needed him back.
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To Hartford
G: Jordan Parise, Cameron Talbot
D: Lee Baldwin, Sam Klassen, Tomas Kundratek, Jyri Niemi, Blake Parlett, Nigel Williams
F: Chris Chappell, Devin DiDiomete, Brodie Dupont, Ryan Garlock, Chris McKelvie, Justin Soryal, Kelsey Tessier
To Juniors
G: Scott Stajcer (Owen Sound, OHL)
D: Daniel Maggio (Sudbury, OHL), Dylan McIlrath (Moose Jaw, WHL)
F: Ryan Bourque (Quebec, QMJHL), Roman Horak (Chilliwack, WHL), Randy McNaught (Saskatoon, WHL), Christian Thomas (Oshawa, OHL), Ethan Werek (Kingston, OHL), Jason Wilson (Owen Sound, OHL), Andrew Yogan (Erie, OHL)
...would have liked to have seen McIlrath stick around a little longer, but assuming his junior team needed him back.
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Stepan Wants to Work on Faceoffs
In Dave Lozo's feature on Derek Stepan over at NHL.com, the rookie had this to say about what he needs to improve on if he wants to be an NHL center...
"Faceoff circle. I have to get better at that," said Stepan, who was 5-of-10 on draws Thursday. "I think it's just the first-game jitters. It's something I have to work on."
...someone bring in the retired Rod Brind'Amour to teach this kid a thing or two.
...with his preseason performance and Drury's injury I just can't see a scenario where he isn't in the opening night lineup.
...now that doesn't mean he'll stick, especially of he struggles. But you have to love the chemistry between him Gabby and AFro.
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"Faceoff circle. I have to get better at that," said Stepan, who was 5-of-10 on draws Thursday. "I think it's just the first-game jitters. It's something I have to work on."
...someone bring in the retired Rod Brind'Amour to teach this kid a thing or two.
...with his preseason performance and Drury's injury I just can't see a scenario where he isn't in the opening night lineup.
...now that doesn't mean he'll stick, especially of he struggles. But you have to love the chemistry between him Gabby and AFro.
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Fedotenko Does His Best Avery Impression
Scotty Hockey re-tweets this pic from last night of Fedotenko running over Marty Brodeur...
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Banner Contest Entry #19
Banner contest entry #19 comes from Ron, who apparently doesn't like my current motto.
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Why the Rangers Are In or Out of the Playoffs
Ryan Dixon at The Hockey News takes a look at the intrigue in the Eastern Conference and tells why certain teams may or may not make it to the playoffs...
NEW YORK RANGERS
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NEW YORK RANGERS
IN Martin Biron holds the fort for 15 games, allowing a fresh Henrik Lundqvist to shine brighter than ever in the remaining 67. The Rangers got a healthy, productive campaign from Marian Gaborik during his first season on Broadway; will they be lucky enough to get an encore plus a bounce-back year from Alexander Frolov in his Ranger debut?
OUT Gaborik once again fails to stay in the lineup consistently and the Blueshirts are completely dominated up the middle thanks to a shocking dearth of impact centers.
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Stepan, McDonagh & Boyle Make Impact
Jim Cerny at newyorkrangers.com reports Derek Stepan, Ryan McDonagh and Brian Boyle, all on the roster bubble, had impact games last night...Marian Gaborik had this to say about Stepan, who recorded an assist last night while playing with Gabby and Afro....
“He played very good,” Gaborik said of Stepan. “He was not afraid to make a play, get a hit, or give a hit. I think he was good defensively. For the first game, he played very good.”
...love hearing he wasn't afraid to make a play. That's the problem with some rookies, they're too afraid of making a mistake and don't play their game. Looks like we've got ourselves a keeper.
Cerny writes that he was impressed with McDonagh's ability to recover from a mistake...
"A prime example of this occurred with 7:30 remaining in the third period when McDonagh completely missed a hip check along the boards, springing the New Jersey puck carrier Bradley Mills on right wing. Instead of panicking, McDonagh swiftly reacted, using his long reach to poke the puck off Mills’ stick even though he, himself, was falling to the ice."
...similar to what I just wrote about Stepan it's great to hear about a rookie who doesn't panic in the face of adversity.
And finally John Tortorella had this to say about Boyle, who scored a goal and had numerous big hits last night...
“I think Brian Boyle wants to improve,” Tortorella said. “And I think that he has looked at the people that are here and knows where he’s at. He’s had a very good camp, so far.”
...i thought for sure Boyle was getting a one-way ticket to Hartford this year, but with the way he's playing in camp and his low salary he may find his way onto the opening night roster.
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Rozsival has Tweaked Groin
Steve Zipay tweets...
...groin injuries can be tricky, but this doesn't sound too serious.
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Injury update: Rozsival tweaked groin, resting, wasn't likely to play Sat anyway
Steve Zipay
stevezipay
...groin injuries can be tricky, but this doesn't sound too serious.
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Stepan Already Getting Nicknames
Dave Lozo of NHL.com tweets...
...not a big fan of any of them.
...let's see if you guys can do any better. Leave them in the comments section.
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Trying to settle on a nickname for Derek Stepan. I've got it narrowed to Stepan Matteau, Can't Stepan-ya and Stepan Wolf.
Dave Lozo
DaveLozo
...not a big fan of any of them.
...let's see if you guys can do any better. Leave them in the comments section.
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Friday Headlines
Bergen Record - Rangers watching Wisconsin duo
New York Post - Boyle, Stepan look solid for Rangers
New York Post - Rangers hope Fedotenko finds big-game form
New York Post - Rangers' Frolov looks sharp in exhibition victory
Daily News - Biron is insurance for Lundqvist in goal
Daily News - Gaborik lifts Rangers over Devils in OT
Newsday - Stepan delivers in debut as Rangers beat Devils
...first off my daughter is home and we are all excited about it. Again your prayers and well wishes have helped us get through this trying time.
...man it feels good to post again. I didn't get a chance to watch the game last night but I did DVR it and hope to watch tonight.
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New York Post - Boyle, Stepan look solid for Rangers
New York Post - Rangers hope Fedotenko finds big-game form
New York Post - Rangers' Frolov looks sharp in exhibition victory
Daily News - Biron is insurance for Lundqvist in goal
Daily News - Gaborik lifts Rangers over Devils in OT
Newsday - Stepan delivers in debut as Rangers beat Devils
...first off my daughter is home and we are all excited about it. Again your prayers and well wishes have helped us get through this trying time.
...man it feels good to post again. I didn't get a chance to watch the game last night but I did DVR it and hope to watch tonight.
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Banner Contest Entry #18
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Daughter's Update
Before I get to my daughter, I just want to thank everyone for their concern and prayers in the comments section, through e-mail and on Twitter. It means so much to my family and me. I will be responding to everyone.
My daughter is doing much better and hopefully will be home tomorrow. She still has a long road ahead, but it will be nice to have her home.
I hope to have time to do pre and post game posts tomorrow for the first preseason game. If for no other reason than to get my mind off what my daughter's been through.
Again, my thanks to everyone.
Update, 11:17 p.m.:
Decided to change the banner. This one is from Justin.
My daughter is doing much better and hopefully will be home tomorrow. She still has a long road ahead, but it will be nice to have her home.
I hope to have time to do pre and post game posts tomorrow for the first preseason game. If for no other reason than to get my mind off what my daughter's been through.
Again, my thanks to everyone.
Update, 11:17 p.m.:
Decided to change the banner. This one is from Justin.
I Ask for Your Patience
As you guys have noticed I haven't updated the blog in a day or so.
Unfortunately, my youngest daughter had an accident on Monday night and I've been living at the hospital ever since.
She's ok, but I'll probably be there the next few days as well, so suffice it to say this blog and the Rangers are a little low on my priority list right now.
I appreciate all the well wishes I've received so far and I promise that I'll be back in the next few days.
I will keep you all updated on my daughter's well being.
Thanks again.
Unfortunately, my youngest daughter had an accident on Monday night and I've been living at the hospital ever since.
She's ok, but I'll probably be there the next few days as well, so suffice it to say this blog and the Rangers are a little low on my priority list right now.
I appreciate all the well wishes I've received so far and I promise that I'll be back in the next few days.
I will keep you all updated on my daughter's well being.
Thanks again.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Avery Continues to Shine; Reaction to Drury Injury & Stepan Talks Chemistry
Andrew Gross at Ranger Rants reports that Sean Avery scored twice for White to give him three goals in two scrimmages, albeit two have been empty-netters, as White, with Henrik Lundqvist in net, improved to 2-0 during training camp in today's second scrimmage.
...besides the outstanding play of Stepan the other most pleasant sign at camp so far is a much improved Avery. He looks like he means business this year.
Gross also has this quote from Marian Gaborik on the Chris Drury injury...
“It’s just frustrating to him that it happened,” Gaborik said. “He’s our captain and obviously a big part of our team. We just have to manage.”
...i know Drury hasn't lived up to his contract, but when your captain goes down that is definitely a blow to the team.
Finally, Jesse Spector at the Blueshirt Blog spoke with Derek Stepan on playing on a line with Gabby and Afro...
"I had a blast with those two guys,” Stepan said. “I don’t know how chemistry works - you step on the ice and just seem to find guys. For us three, we just clicked, and I don’t know if it’s something about first day, first scrimmage, everyone’s excited to play, or if it’s chemistry. I don’t know what it was, but I’m excited to see if we get another chance at it and see if it was truly chemistry. Because I don’t really know how to explain chemistry - when you can find it, it’s something special. Plus, I didn’t take chemistry in school.”
...having chemistry with the two top scoring threats on the team is always good for your chances of making the team.
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...besides the outstanding play of Stepan the other most pleasant sign at camp so far is a much improved Avery. He looks like he means business this year.
Gross also has this quote from Marian Gaborik on the Chris Drury injury...
“It’s just frustrating to him that it happened,” Gaborik said. “He’s our captain and obviously a big part of our team. We just have to manage.”
...i know Drury hasn't lived up to his contract, but when your captain goes down that is definitely a blow to the team.
Finally, Jesse Spector at the Blueshirt Blog spoke with Derek Stepan on playing on a line with Gabby and Afro...
"I had a blast with those two guys,” Stepan said. “I don’t know how chemistry works - you step on the ice and just seem to find guys. For us three, we just clicked, and I don’t know if it’s something about first day, first scrimmage, everyone’s excited to play, or if it’s chemistry. I don’t know what it was, but I’m excited to see if we get another chance at it and see if it was truly chemistry. Because I don’t really know how to explain chemistry - when you can find it, it’s something special. Plus, I didn’t take chemistry in school.”
...having chemistry with the two top scoring threats on the team is always good for your chances of making the team.
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Gilroy Gets Serious
Rick Carpiniello at the Rangers Report was able to speak with Matt Gilroy about what he learned last year and what's he's done to improve this season...“I just worked on my confidence a little more, and definitely my work down low and closing people out, using my skating in the defensive zone. Offensively I can jump into plays, but I can also use it to my advantage (on defense). I put 10 pounds on and it didn’t effect my skating at all. It just made me stronger. I feel stronger. I feel quicker. So it all worked. It is practice games, and we won’t see until real games start, but I feel comfortable.”
Gilroy says he's also going to take a much more serious approach this season.
...Gilroy has been told by the Rangers that he has a clean slate this season (are they saying that to everyone?), but with McDonagh poised to make the team and numerous veteran invitees in camp Gilroy might find it hard to crack the opening night roster. Especially with his $1.75 million cap hit.
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Wrestling With the Rangers
Greg Wyshynski at Puck Daddy continues his wrestling themed season previews by looking at the Rangers.Wyshynski names Derek Stepan a potential break out player and Michael Del Zotto a flop candidate.
Here is Wyshynski's prediction...
There are too many questions marks, and they're in too tough a division, to project the Rangers as a playoff team. But their firepower up front and Lundqvist between the pipes puts them squarely on the playoff bubble again, and perhaps over the hump if the young defensemen continue to improve.
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Drury Out Four Weeks With Broken Finger (Updated)
Update, 1:44 p.m.:
Gross now tweets that prospect Ethan Werek skated off the ice during the scrimmage grimacing with an apparent left leg injury.
...Torts let's stop this thing before you don't have anyone to play Thursday night.
Update, 1:09 p.m.:
@thenyrangers tweets this quote from Vinny Prospal on Drury's injury...
"Tough break for him bc he was skating well & he's in great shape"
Update, 12:48 p.m.:
Steve Zipay tweets that Drury could miss three regular season games.
Original Post:
Andrew Gross tweets...
...geez tough morning at camp first Yogan now this. Hey Torts get Gaborik and Lundqvist off the ice immediately.
...tough break (no pun intended) for Drury. I'm sure he was looking forward to a bounce back year offensively and this injury is going to set him back a bit.
...got to love that the guy is selling out and blocking shots in a scrimmage.
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Gross now tweets that prospect Ethan Werek skated off the ice during the scrimmage grimacing with an apparent left leg injury.
...Torts let's stop this thing before you don't have anyone to play Thursday night.
Update, 1:09 p.m.:
@thenyrangers tweets this quote from Vinny Prospal on Drury's injury...
"Tough break for him bc he was skating well & he's in great shape"
Update, 12:48 p.m.:
Steve Zipay tweets that Drury could miss three regular season games.
Original Post:
Andrew Gross tweets...
#NYRangers captain Chris Drury out four weeks with a broken finger. Blocked a shot in scrimmage today.
Andrew Gross
AGrossRecord
...geez tough morning at camp first Yogan now this. Hey Torts get Gaborik and Lundqvist off the ice immediately.
...tough break (no pun intended) for Drury. I'm sure he was looking forward to a bounce back year offensively and this injury is going to set him back a bit.
...got to love that the guy is selling out and blocking shots in a scrimmage.
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4th Round Pick Yogan Needs Shoulder Surgery
@thenyrangers reports that 2010 4th round pick Andrew Yogan will undergo left shoulder surgery to repair a labral tear.
Yogan's injury did not occur during camp; team decided that shoulder needed to be tightened from previous injury.
Yogan on the surgery...
"I'm not too worried about it, I'm still really young, which is main reason they want me to do this now" Remember to follow me on Twitter & Facebook or e-mail me at nyrfan94@yahoo.com.
Yogan's injury did not occur during camp; team decided that shoulder needed to be tightened from previous injury.
Yogan on the surgery...
"I'm not too worried about it, I'm still really young, which is main reason they want me to do this now" Remember to follow me on Twitter & Facebook or e-mail me at nyrfan94@yahoo.com.
Video: McIlrath Talks Traverse
Newyorkrangers.com also has a feature on McIlrath's Traverse Tournament experience.
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