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Blue Seat Blogs

1 month ago

NY Rangers lines tonight: Panarin, Vesey game time decisions; Othmann a backup plan - Blue Seat Blogs

Panarin and Vesey game-time decisions due to lower body injuries

Othmann is a backup plan if Panarin or Vesey can't play [ more ]

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2 months ago

Rangers Recap: Lightning get zapped

The New York Rangers defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-1, with Jimmy Vesey scoring two goals and Jonathan Quick making 19 saves.

Lightning defenseman Mikhail Sergachev was stretchered off the ice with a left leg injury during the game. [ more ]

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4 months ago

Rangers Recap: Breadman Gets Paid - Blue Seat Blogs

Artemi Panarin set a franchise record for consecutive games with a point.

Jimmy Vesey scored the go-ahead goal with a spin-o-rama move.

The Rangers had strong performances from their top players and critical depth scoring. [ more ]

Blue Seat Blogs

Big Game Chris Kreider comes up huge as Rangers force Game 7 - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-ups
Whenever the Rangers need a big performance in an elimination game, Big Game Chris Kreider answers the call.With the Rangers down 1-0, Kreider got the biggest goal of the series thus far, redirecting Mika Zibanejad's shot past Akira Schmid just before the first period ended.That goal set the tone for the game, as the Rangers didn't look back.

Blue Seat Blogs

Who will step up for the Rangers? - Blue Seat Blogs

The NY Rangers can't get out of their own way.After storming out to a 2-0 series lead, they fell back on old habits in Game 3, an overtime loss.Then they didn't show up in Game 4. Then they didn't show up in Game 5. Now they are down 3-2 to the Devils, who had the 3rd best record in the NHL.They have come back from something like this before, but who will step up for the Rangers?

Blueshirt Banter

Bantering Points: 3/24/23

Here are today's news and links:

Highlights: NYR 2, CAR 1 (4:57 video via NHL.com)Game Recap: In a battle of quality vs quantity, the Blueshirts made the most of their few and far between opportunities to rebound from Tuesday night's home defeat with a road victory (CBS)
Mollie Walker discusses New York's win over Carolina and what a victory like that means in a matchup that could happen down the road in the playoffs (NY Post)
Colin Stephenson points to the fourth line trio of Barclay Goodrow, Jimmy Vesey, and Tyler Motte as one of the key's to New York's strong post-deadline play (Newsday)
Vincent Mercogliano offers his takeaways from the Rangers' win in Raleigh (LoHud)
Matt Grazel gives three points he took from the Blueshirts' recent home stand (The Hockey Writers)

Former Rangers and current Florida Panthers' skaters Eric Staal and Marc Staal refused to wear a Pride jersey in warmups for the team's Pride Night, citing their beliefs as Christians as the reason behind their inability to wear the jerseys in good conscience (Sportsnet)
Walt Ruff reports that with Florida's regulation loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs last night, the Hurricanes became the second team to clinch a spot in the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs (Official Team Site)
The Vancouver Canucks agreed to a two year, two way contract extension with defenseman Christian Wolanin (TSN)

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2 months ago

San Jose Sharks

Will Jimmy Vesey Score a Goal Against the Sharks on January 23?

Jimmy Vesey has scored in eight of 44 games this season, with multiple goals in one game.

The Sharks are allowing an average of 3.9 goals per game, ranking 32nd in the league. [ more ]

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Blue Seat Blogs

10 months ago

Rangers RW hole is a problem that Alexis Lafreniere can fix - Blue Seat Blogs

The NY Rangers hole at RW isn't a secret.It was such an issue last season until the trade deadline that the Blueshirts went out and acquired two right wingers in Patrick Kane and Vladimir Tarasenko, plus a third player that could play both wings in Tyler Motte.All three are free agents, leaving the Rangers RW hole into the coming season as well.

Blue Seat Blogs

Tyler Motte is hopeful to return to NY Rangers - Blue Seat Blogs

Irresponsible Rumormongering
Per Mollie Walker, Tyler Motte is hopeful to return to the New York Rangers.In his exit interview with Chris Drury, notable that Gerard Gallant did not take part in these (he didn't last year, for what it's worth), Motte, acquired for Julien Gauthier and a 7th round pick at the trade deadline, put up 5 goals and 10 points in 24 regular season games with the Rangers before being held scoreless in the playoffs.

Blueshirt Banter

Rangers' Functional Fourth Line Paying Dividends

Ahead of the trade deadline, the New York Rangers added some major star power into their forward ranks, in the form of Vladimir Tarasenko and Patrick Kane.With those players added to a lineup that already includes such forward talent as Mika Zibanejad, Artemiy Panarin, Chris Kreider, Vincent Trocheck, Filip Chytil, Alexis Lafrenière, and Kaapo Kakko, the Rangers are a high-octane group with an emphasis on skill and creativity.

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Rangers see Vincent Trocheck-Chris Kreider pairing develop into important piece to team's puzzle | amNewYork

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When Vincent Trocheck came to the New York Rangers during the 2022 offseason, the belief was that his skillset would match Artemi Panarin's well on the second line and bring in career numbers.That hasn't gone exactly to plan, but Trocheck has found a new partner on his line that seems to be producing pretty solid numbers with Panarin moving to the top line.

Blueshirt Banter

Bantering Points: 2/13/23

Here are today's news and links:

Larry Brooks offers his thoughts on the current state of the Rangers, including Vitali Kravtsov's desire to be traded, the team's stylistic change in how they play, and more (NY Post)
Anthony Rieber points to the line change that landed Artemiy Panarin with Jimmy Vesey and Vincent Trocheck as the catalyst for his four goal performance on Saturday (Newsday)
Brendan Azoff wonders if a reunion with Tyler Motte could be in the cards as the Blueshirts look to upgrade their forward depth ahead of the trade deadline (The Hockey Writers)
Arthur $taple di$cu$$e$ what he'$ been hearing regarding the Ranger$ even in the wake of their blockbu$ter deal la$t week (The Athletic)

Blueshirt Banter

Report: Vitali Kravtsov requests a trade

According to a report, New York Rangers winger and former 9th overall selection Vitali Kravtsov has requested a trade from the organization.The 23-year-old has played in just 28 games this year, with a 3-3-6 line in those contests.The trade deadline is on March 3rd.Chris Drury is going to have his work cut out for him to not lose big on the former top pick.

Blue Seat Blogs

Thoughts on the Gallant/Drury feud - Blue Seat Blogs

Irresponsible Rumormongering
During yesterday's breakup day, news broke of an apparent feud and argument between Gerard Gallant and Chris Drury after Game 4. Arthur Staple confirmed the rumors, that both were involved in a heated exchange behind closed doors that players could hear.Details of the argument are unknown, but it doesn't feel like it's the first time the pair had a disagreement.

Blueshirt Banter

Recap: Three Goal Third Sinks Rangers, 3-2

After a highly successful weekend, the Rangers took on the Metro-leading Carolina Hurricanes.The Canes have surrendered less goals that every team except Boston, so winning by a margin of six-plus was unlikely, but the Rangers did see Ryan Lindgren return to the lineup.First Period:
It took until the final three minutes of the first, but the Rangers drew first blood.

Blueshirt Banter

Recap: Rangers Hold Off Caps, 5-3

The Rangers took a break from their pseudo-series with the Penguins host a different Metro rival, the Capitals.Their year has been derailed by injuries, and aside from the regularly scheduled players on IR, they were also without Alexander Ovechkin and Sonny Milano tonight.And this is after selling at the deadline.

amNewYork

Rangers struggles persist in 3-2 overtime loss to Chris Letang and Penguins | amNewYork

Kris Letang's power-play goal 1:38 into overtime lifted the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 3-2 win over the New York Rangers on Sunday.Letang's ninth goal of the season came after New York's Artemi Panarin was called for tripping Pittsburgh's Evgeni Malkin early in the extra period.Letang's blast from the point helped the Penguins strengthen their hold on the first wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference.

Blueshirt Banter

Recap: Brassard Leads Sens Past Rangers in Milestone Game, 5-3

With their latest acquisition making his debut, the Rangers almost had a full roster for their Thursday night game against the Ottawa Senators, at least for a little while.First Period: The Senators went on a powerplay early on an error by the refs, calling Jimmy Vesey for high-sticking our old pal Derick Brassard, when it was really the stick of Austin Watson that bopped the erstwhile Ranger's face.

amNewYork

Rangers blown off home ice by 5-2 final to lowly Blackhawks | amNewYork

The New York Rangers came into this weekend with an opportunity to win a few games against teams that were ranked last in each of their respective divisions at home.The Blackhawks came into Saturday's contest against New York losers of their last eight games.It didn't ultimately matter though.The Blackhawks scored twice on the powerplay and the Rangers continued to miss key opportunities as they were blown off home ice by a 5-2 final.

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Puck Prose

New York Rangers/New Jersey Devils Game 7: Lineups, Keys, And More

Game 7.That is all that needs to be said.The winner advances to round two and, the loser goes home.This is the game in which anything can, and likely will, happen.The New Jersey Devils and the New York Rangers head to the Prudential Center in New Jersey to settle this back-and-forth series.Both teams have been excellent at times and bad at others.

Puck Prose

3 takeaways From New York Rangers 5-2 win vs New Jersey Devils

The New York Rangers had to play their best game so far.Lose and go home.Win and it is Game 7 on Monday night in New Jersey at the Prudential Center.The Rangers had lacked offense in the previous three games but brought it in Game 6.The Devils looked flat most of the night, and it cost them a win.The New York Rangers came to play and showed plenty of determination in the win.

Puck Prose

New York Rangers Win 5-2, Get Ready for Game 7 Monday Night

The New York Rangers entered this Game 6 in a must-win situation.Both the Rangers and New Jersey Devils have something to play for, and every inch of ice must be earned in this pivotal game.Madison Square Garden was loud from the beginning but anxious at the same time.Would the Rangers live to play another day?

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Washington Capitals

Utter collapse: Rangers beat Devils 5-2

The New Jersey Devils kicked off Game Six against the New York Rangers like a team determined to end the series.That lasted maybe 19 minutes, then they turned into a frustrated fluffle of bashful bunnies.[Note: I'm covering the Devils this postseason.One of the biggest mistakes I've made, and that includes the time I had a mohawk.]

amNewYork

Rangers recent line changes pays off in 6-2 win but doesn't draw excitement from Gerard Gallant | amNewYork

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New York Rangers head coach Gerard Gallant has had a penchant for making quick line adjustments all season.Monday's win over Florida showed that Gallant's latest changes have worked out in a major way.

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New York Rangers can't solve Boston dominance in 3-1 home loss | amNewYork

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The Boston Bruins have been an absolute buzzsaw throughout the 2022-23 NHL season and not even the New York Rangers can get in their way.Boston received another top night from Goaltender Jeremy Swayman and the Rangers couldn't capitalize on their chances in a Bruins 3-1 win Thursday night.

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Rangers' goals shift following disappointing 3-2 loss to Metro rival | amNewYork

By Nick Faria Posted on March 22, 2023 New York Rangers defenseman Ryan Lindgren (55) controls the puck while skating near Carolina Hurricanes center Martin Necas (88) during the first period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at Madison Square Garden in New York.(AP Photo/Mary Altaffer) Sign up for our amNY Sports email newsletter to get insights and game coverage for your favorite teams The New York Rangers had a prime opportunity Tuesday night to get within striking distance of the Metropolitan division lead with just 11 games to go.

Blue Seat Blogs

Thoughts on the Vladimir Tarasenko trade for the NY Rangers - Blue Seat Blogs

The NY Rangers made their big splash yesterday, as the Vladimir Tarasenko trade made headlines and stole a lot of the NBA's trade deadline thunder.The Rangers landed their top line right wing and their much needed third paring defenseman in one shot.The move solidified two giant holes on the roster long before bidding wars would become a thing.

amNewYork

Rangers new line projections with addition of Vladimir Tarasenko altering offense | amNewYork

Vladimir Tarasenko is a member of the New York Rangers.As crazy as it is to believe, the Rangers believe they have struck gold with one of the most complete offensive players in hockey Thursday afternoon.With a contest against the Seattle Kraken coming Friday evening, it's an opportunity to see both Tarasenko and also acquired Niko Mikkola in a Blueshirts uniform.

Blueshirt Banter

Rangers Need to Stick With Kids on Top Line

It only took a month, but New York Rangers head coach Gerard Gallant is finally putting the team's recent lottery draft picks back into the top six - for now at least.What's even more promising is that both Alexis Lafrenière and Kaapo Kakko are not only in the top six, but on the top line with number-one center Mika Zibanejad.

Blueshirt Banter

It's Time to Break Up the Kid Line

The New York Rangers' frustrating season continues, even in the wake of a 2-1 road win against the San Jose Sharks Saturday night.In a close representation of their season as a whole, the Rangers outshot the Sharks 43-23 but struggled to score and thus made their path to victory much more difficult than it should have been.

Blue Seat Blogs

Rangers Recap: Stormy third sinks Blueshirts - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-ups
The NY Rangers had their winning streak snapped by the Carolina Hurricanes last night, blowing two leads in the third period to a 3-2 loss.The Canes controlled much of the play, but it was the Rangers holding a 1-0 lead heading into the third period.A scoring onslaught where the two teams traded goals over a 90 second span.

Blueshirt Banter

Rangers Vs. Penguins: Where's the beef?

Another back-to-back set - coming off an emotional overtime victory against Buffalo the night before.Your backup goalie is playing.Pittsburgh is playing for their playoff lives.Yadda, yadda, yadda.The excuses exist - seemingly always - but there's not much I can say to dissuade you from being concerned the Rangers have won a single (yes, 1) game in regulation in their past 12.

Blueshirt Banter

Recap: Penguins Win, But Rangers Steal a Point, 3-2 (OT)

Sunday's matchup between the Rangers and Penguins was the first of three times they play each other this week, making this the best chance the Penguins and their (questionable) deadline additions to close the distance for third place in the Metro.Unsurprisingly, the game eventually got physically, emotionally charged, and chippy.

amNewYork

Vladimir Tarasenko to Rangers? What a surprise trade could look like over next few weeks | amNewYork

The New York Rangers' latest hot streak doesn't come without a small price to pay.With the Kid Line dominating in their recent stretch, and the Rangers on a three-game winning streak, the likelihood of New York securing the top trade deadline acquisitions are growing less and less likely.That's ok though.

Blueshirt Banter

Recap: Panarin Cooks Canes, Rangers Win 6-2

Jaroslav Halak came into Saturday night on a six-game personal win streak, while the Rangers as a team had won four in a row.Unfortunately, Vitali Kravtsov was scratched for Jake Leschyshyn.Fortunately, those winning streaks would continue despite being outplayed for most of the game.Both offenses came flying out of the gates, but Halak and Frederick Anderson were equal to the tests, at least for the first 15 minutes.

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Rangers begin important Canadian road trip against Canucks Wednesday night | amNewYork

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There isn't a hockey team in the Eastern Conference playing better than the New York Rangers right now.The acquisition of Vladimir Tarasenko has awoken the Blueshirt offense in a way that deadline moves could only dream of.

Blue Seat Blogs

NY Rangers Game 54: Rangers at Vancouver - Blue Seat Blogs

Game ThreadThe Rangers are now winners of five in a row, including strong six goal performances against Seattle and Carolina.They now head to the west coast to start their western Canada road trip in Vancouver.The Blueshirts have a trio of very winnable games ahead, and Vancouver, while playing better under Rick Tocchet, is not a good team.

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Game #54: New York Rangers vs Vancouver Canucks Open Thread

The Rangers are set to kick off their yearly swing through western Canada tonight, and the first stop on the trip will be in British Columbia for a matchup with the Vancouver Canucks.These two teams squared off exactly one week ago at Madison Square Garden as the Rangers earned a 4-3 victory in the most recent rematch of the 1994 Stanley Cup Finals.

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Recap: Rangers Overcome Oils, 5-4 (SO)

After handily dispatching the Canucks to extend their win streak to six, the Rangers continued their Canadian tour with a matchup against the Oilers.The one thing you absolutely don't want to do against the Oilers is get into penalty trouble.The Rangers wasted no time doing so.Vincent Trocheck was called for goalie interference, and Edmonton's league-best powerplay wasted little time in capitalizing.

Blue Seat Blogs

NY Rangers lines tonight: Motte in, Vesey swaps with Tarasenko - Blue Seat Blogs

Lineup Changes
Per Vince Mercogliano, the NY Rangers lines tonight have minimal changes.Tyler Motte is obviously in the lineup, on the fourth line, starting his second go round with the Rangers.Also, Jimmy Vesey and Vladimir Tarasenko have swapped places.Kreider - Zib - Vesey Panarin - Trocheck - Tarasenko Laf - Chytil - KakkoMotte - Leschyshyn - Goodrow
- Vince Z. Mercogliano (@vzmercogliano) February 20, 2023

The bottom six are as expected.

amNewYork

3 fourth-line options the Rangers could consider ahead of trade deadline | amNewYork

Tyler Motte is back with the New York Rangers to help improve what has been an inconsistent fourth line.That doesn't mean the Rangers are done improving though.With just over a week remaining before the NHL's trade deadline, the Rangers still have enough resources to make one final push to improve the roster and go "all-in" on a championship run.

Blue Seat Blogs

Patrick Kane Trade Thoughts

The Rangers finally pulled the trigger on the Patrick Kane trade, officially announcing it at 8pm last night.By then, all the details had emerged, and it was a matter of when they'd formally announce the trade.It took way too long to get this trade done, more on that below, and as per usual, I have some Patrick Kane trade thoughts.

amNewYork

Rangers line projections after blockbuster trade deadline deal for Patrick Kane | amNewYork

The New York Rangers may not be seeing Patrick Kane in their uniform for at least another day, but they know where they are going to put him.And even if Rangers head coach Gerard Gallant can chide that "any fool can put those lines up" the team has offered clarity into what their lines could look like for the rest of the 2022-23 NHL season.

Blue Seat Blogs

Chris Drury did his job, now it's up to Gerard Gallant and the players to deliver - Blue Seat Blogs

The NHL trade deadline has come and gone, with the Rangers as one of the big winners.Chris Drury added Vladimir Tarasenko, Niko Mikkola, Tyler Motte, and Patrick Kane to solidify their RW depth and fourth line depth.There are no doubts that Drury did his job and Rangers are a better team in the long run, even if they are going through some short term roster issues.

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Boston Bruins

Recap: Bruins' win streak at 10 with 4-2 win over Rangers

The Boston Bruins defeated the New York Rangers, 4-2, this afternoon at the TD Garden to sweep their season series against them.The B's extended their win streak to 10 games and sit on top of the standings with 103 points.Wild.The Bruins keep finding ways to win, despite a slow start and being outshot, 26 to 24.

Blue Seat Blogs

The Patrick Kane rumors just won't go away - Blue Seat Blogs

Irresponsible Rumormongering
Another day, another Patrick Kane rumor.Per Emily Kaplan, Kane's team is "recalibrating" and have asked the Blackhawks to truly dive into the Rangers and see if there is a match.This is the rumor that just won't die, even after the Vladimir Tarasenko trade.There is legitimate concern around Kane's hip injury, and if it will impact his play.

Blueshirt Banter

Recap: Rangers Explode for 6 Against Panthers, 6-2

After struggling to generate offense against Boston, the Rangers managed to hang six on the Panthers en route to a 6-2 victory.The Blueshirts started the game with a bang.Adam Fox scored his tenth of the year on a partial breakaway that started with Ryan Lindgren breaking up a Florida zone entry.A few quick passes later, Fox found himself alone in front and practically faked Alex Lyon out of the crease before depositing a backhand into the back of the net.

Blue Seat Blogs

NY Rangers big third period scores blowout 6-2 win over Florida Panthers - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-ups
The NY Rangers big third period at MSG propelled them to a a blow out win against the Florida Panthers.The big win is hopefully the first step in the Rangers righting the ship after some subpar and inconsistent hockey of late.It was certainly needed, blowing out an inferior opponent.The new top line of Artemi Panarin, Chris Kreider, and Mika Zibanejad took advantage of third stringer Alex Lyon in net, decimating him for three goals, including one on the powerplay.

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Rangers head to break with 4-1 victory, Chris Kreider scores 20th goal in 700th game | amNewYork

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They may not have as many wins as last year, but the New York Rangers head to their bye week on as high a note as they possibly could be.Chris Kreider tallied his 20th goal in his 700th NHL game and the Rangers knocked off the Pacific-leading Golden Knights 4-1.

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Toronto Maple Leafs

Leafs/Rangers Preview: Leafs Morning Take

I'm looking forward to tonight's measuring stick game against the New York Rangers.I have a long memory..still remember December 15 th in New York when Jimmy Vesey (out of all players) stuck it to his former team.Well, tonight, the Leafs have a chance to avenge that game and loss when they host the New York Rangers for game two of five on their homestand.

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Toronto Maple Leafs

GDT: Maple Leafs @ Rangers

Toronto Maple Leafs @ New York Rangers07:00 PM at Madison Square GardenWatch on: MSG, TSN4
Ben Harpur?! What on Earth are you doing here?The 6'6 big, bad defenseman will make his season debut after being called up from the AHL.Vitali Kravtsov and Ben Harpur are in, per #NYR coach Gerard Gallant.Igor Shesterkin in goal.-

Blue Seat Blogs

NY Rangers Recap: Rangers pull a Toronto Maple Leafs, blow 3rd period lead - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-ups
Another day, another frustrating game that should have easily been a two point night for the NY Rangers.You hate to watch leads slip away from careless play and worse decisions, especially late in the third period.Gerard Gallant's in-game decisions may have cost the Rangers by simply not playing the hot hand, and once again sticking to his stubborn line rotation. .

Blueshirt Banter

Bantering Points: 1/26/23

Here are today's news and links:

Highlights: TOR 3, NYR 2 (5:09 video via NHL.com)Game Recap: Will Cuylle had an uneventful NHL debut, Filip Chytil scored a pair of goals, but it was all for naught as the Blueshirts blew yet another game they in which held a lead of two periods (CBS)
Mollie Walker points out that the third line of Chytil, Kaapo Kakko, and Alexia Lafreniere had another strong outing after being reunited prior to last night's contest (NY Post)
Colin Stephenson notes that while the trio of kids are making headlines, the unit of Vincent Trocheck, Jimmy Vesey, and Barclay Goodrow is making a mark on the game in its own way (Newsday)
Vincent Mercogliano offers his takeaways from New York's latest defeat (LoHud)

amNewYork

Rangers, Gerard Gallant call out Trocheck-Panarin line for defensive woes: "It better get better" | amNewYork

Before the 2022-23 season began, the introduction of Vincent Trocheck to the Rangers brought excitement to a team coming off a deep playoff run.How the veteran would fit with a top offensive player like Artemi Panarin was one of the key questions before the season began as well.Three months in and while the offensive results have shown promise at times, the defensive side has left much to be desired.

Blue Seat Blogs

The Filip Chytil injury fallout will shake up the NY Rangers lines - Blue Seat Blogs

The severity of Filip Chytil's injury last night has yet to be announced, but it did seem rather rough on the broadcast.Chytil was visibly shaken and needed guidance to get to the locker room.The injury couldn't have come at a worse time, as the Rangers are rolling and the kid line was one of the reasons why.

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Toronto Maple Leafs

Sheldon Keefe on the end of the Maple Leafs' 15-game streak with at least a point: "Everything has gone our way for a really long time... That's not the reality of the NHL"

Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 3-1 loss to the New York Rangers that dropped the Leafs' record to 19-6-6.On the team's performance and inability to break through offensively:
If you look at it, [New York] had two scoring chances, really, and they scored on them both.Aside from that, there was nothing happening for them offensively.

Blueshirt Banter

Recap: Lindgren Leads Rangers Past Senators, 3-1

The Rangers arrived in Ottawa having lost their last three games.Jaroslav Halak started the game, having lost each of the six games he's started.After a 3-1 victory, both the team and the goalie are on a one game winning streak.Jimmy Vesey, who was all over the ice, struck first with his third goal of the season, when he jammed home a rebound.

amNewYork

5 problems the Rangers need to solve in final swing of west coast trip | amNewYork

It's too early to tell if the New York Rangers are a major regular-season disappointment this year or not.That being said, the lack of scoring, inconsistent defense, and mental mistakes have been common themes that have held the Blueshirts from showing off their true talents as a top team in the Eastern Conference.

Blue Seat Blogs

Thoughts on Gallant blowing up the Rangers lines

Yesterday, the big news was Gerard Gallant blowing up the Rangers lines after the dismal performance against the Red Wings on Sunday.The new lines promoted Jimmy Vesey to the second line, moved Chris Kreider to the third line, and finally put together a fourth line with Sammy Blais, Ryan Carpenter, and Barclay Goodrow.

Blue Seat Blogs

Filip Chytil deserves a shot at 2nd line center - Blue Seat Blogs

As the Rangers continue to be starved for offense, the need for a lineup change and perhaps a fire under the Rangers has intensified.Last night against Boston, as the Rangers continued to struggle to generate chances, Vitali Kravtsov was demoted from the second line, a line that already has issues at 5v5.

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Rangers welcome return of Ryan Reaves Tuesday night against Wild | amNewYork

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The New York Rangers' fast start to 2023 may have ended on Saturday afternoon against New Jersey, but they have a familiar foe to face Tuesday night.When the Minnesota Wild travel to MSG to face the Rangers, they'll bring them a big part of the Rangers' physicality over the last couple of years.

Blueshirt Banter

Recap: Rangers Tame Wild, 4-3 (SO)

After grabbing defeat from the jaws of victory against the Devils, the Rangers looked to get back on track Tuesday against the Minnesota Wild.There was a good pace to the first period, as both teams created some offensive chances.The Wild came away with two goals, while the Rangers came away with three posts.

Blue Seat Blogs

Wild n Out: NY Rangers top Minnesota Wild in the shootout - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-upsFrom the drop of the puck, the NY Rangers dominated the Minnesota Wild.It was a rare combination of an off night for Igor Shesterkin and two injuries up front, leaving the Rangers with just 10 forwards.While Shesterkin wasn't necessarily at his best, it was the heroics of Marc-Andre Fleury that kept this game close.

Blueshirt Banter

Bantering Points: 1/5/23

Here are today's news and links:

Andrew Crane heard from Jimmy Vesey in the wake of the two year, $1.6 million contract extension he and the Rangers agreed to yesterday (NY Post)
Denis Gorman relays word that although Filip Chytil found himself in the doghouse down the stretch of Tuesday's game, Gerard Gallant doesn't expect the young Czech center to stay there moving forward (Newsday)
Vincent Mercogliano details how Vesey parlayed his professional tryout during training camp into the two year contract extension he agreed to (LoHud)
Brian Abate highlights the steps Kaapo Kakko has taken in his development this season and how the Blueshirts' patience with him is beginning to pay dividends (The Hockey Writers)
Colton Pankiw lists three trading partners if the Rangers decide to move on from Alexis Lafreniere (The Hockey Writers)

Detroit Red Wings' forward Jakub Vrana went unclaimed on waivers and has been assigned to AHL Grand Rapids (TSN)
Team Canada rallied from a 2-0 deficit and defeated Team USA 6-2 to advance to the gold medal game of the World Junior Championships (ESPN)

Blueshirt Banter

Rangers Agree to Terms With Jimmy Vesey on Two-Year Extension

Jimmy Vesey has signed a two-year extension with the New York Rangers.Jimmy Vesey's extension has a $800,000 AAV per source, which gives Rangers flexibility.Since coming back this season, org has praised his team first attitude and ability to move up & down the lineup.https://t.co/5rDXBiYKra-Emily Kaplan (@emilymkaplan)
January 4, 2023
The Rangers brought Vesey back into the fold this offseason, first by having him on a tryout, and this year he's been a valuable contributor to the team while making next to no money.

Blue Seat Blogs

Alexis Lafreniere possibly a healthy scratch tonight for NY Rangers - Blue Seat Blogs

With yesterday's line changes by Gerard Gallant, Alexis Lafreniere appeared to be demoted to the fourth line.While many took the lines and line rushes as a potential healthy scratch for Jimmy Vesey, that is likely not the case.The phrasing by Vince Mercogliano, and this is not saying Vince confirmed it, just what Gallant may be thinking, means Lafreniere is possibly a healthy scratch tonight.

Blue Seat Blogs

Lafreniere back in lineup with new NY Rangers lines - Blue Seat Blogs

Lineup ChangesThe NY Rangers have new lines again, with Alexis Lafreniere back in the lineup on the third line with Filip Chytil and Jimmy Vesey after a controversial healthy scratch.Practice in Sunrise: 20-93-24; 10-16-74; 13-72-26; 91-21-12-76
- Larry Brooks (@NYP_Brooksie) December 31, 2022

Of note, Kaapo Kakko stays on the top line, and Vitali Kravtsov also stays in the top six.

Blueshirt Banter

Bantering Points: 1/1/23

Here are today's news and links:

Larry Brooks makes the case for the Blueshirts to sign Jimmy Vesey to a contract extension sooner rather than later (NY Post)
Brooks also relays word that Alexis Lafreniere is expected to draw back into the lineup tonight after sitting out Thursday's game as a healthy scratch (NY Post)
Colin Stephenson breaks down the race for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, a race that is much more hotly contested than last season (Newsday)

The 2023 Heritage Classic will return to the site of the original game at Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton as the Edmonton Oilers host the Calgary Flames on October 29th, 2023 (Sportsnet)
Kristen Shilton offers new year's resolutions for the league's teams as the calendar turns to 2023 (ESPN)

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Rangers ring in New Year with 5-3 beatdown of Panthers | amNewYork

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Mika Zibanejad scored twice and the New York Rangers snapped a two-game skid with a 5-3 win over the Florida Panthers on Sunday night.Chris Kreider, Vincent Trocheck, and Artemi Panarin also scored for New York, which had gone 0-1-1 coming out of the holiday break.

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NY Rangers Recap: No Hart in Philly - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-upsWhat started out as a rough first 10 minutes for the Rangers turned into a great hockey game and their sixth win in a row.Though the goaltending was shaky at times, the Rangers found a way to win the game, and win big.The wins keep on coming and so does the hope of meaningful games come April.

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Recap: Rangers Ground Flyers, 6-3

The Rangers extended their win-streak to six against division rival Philadelphia Flyers Saturday night by a score 6-3.The game included a couple highlight-reel goals, as well as a couple firsts for the Rangers.The first period saw each team notch their first goal.The Flyers struck first, when Owen Tippett completed a billiards-esque pass off the boards and around the net to James van Riemsdyk, who gathered the put and scored on a wrap-around all in one motion.

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Bantering Points: 12/16/22

Here are today's news and links:

Highlights: NYR 3, TOR 1 (4:56 video via NHL.com)Game Recap: A strong effort from Igor Shesterkin and a pair of goals from Jimmy Vesey were the driving forces behind New York's victory as they handed the Maple Leafs their first regulation loss in over a month (CBS)
Mollie Walker notes that Vitali Kravtsov found himself drawing into the lineup once again as he appears to build some momentum on his season (NY Post)
Larry Brooks discusses how a rare extended shift for the team's second power play unit served as the turning point of the game (NY Post)
Vincent Mercogliano offers his takeaways from the Blueshirts' fifth consecutive victory (LoHud)

The Los Angeles Kings agreed to a five year, $21 million extension with forward Trevor Moore (NBC Sports)
First overall pick Juraj Salfkovsky is not expected to be assigned to the Slovakian national team ahead of the World Junior Championships (TSN)

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Rangers win five in a row, end two Leafs streaks - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-upsThe Rangers ended the Leafs regulation unbeaten streak last night with a 3-1 win at MSG.The Leafs were hadn't lost in regulation in 15 games, and Mitch Marner had a 23 game scoring streak.Both were ended by the Rangers.Jimmy Vesey carried the Rangers with two goals, including a beauty to give the Rangers the lead in the second period.

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Jimmy Vesey scores twice, Rangers win 5th straight by shutting down Maple Leafs offense 3-1 | amNewYork

There hasn't been a team playing better hockey than the Toronto Maple Leafs over the last month.Yet the New York Rangers did more than enough to end two big streaks Thursday night.Jimmy Vesey scored twice, Igor Shesterkin made key saves, and the New York Rangers shut down the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 at Madison Square Garden to win their fifth game in a row.

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Marner's franchise record 23-game point streak ends in Leafs' loss to Rangers | CBC Sports

Maple Leafs' Mitchell Marner is denied late in the third period of a 3-1 loss to the host Rangers on Thursday, seeing his franchise record point streak end at 23 games.(Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) Jimmy Vesey had two goals, Igor Shesterkin made 22 saves and the New York Rangers beat the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Thursday night for their fifth straight win.

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Game #30: New Jersey Devils vs New York Rangers Open Thread

The Rangers have returned home following a successful road trip through Vegas and Colorado just in time to host the Metropolitan Division leading New Jersey Devils.This will be the second meeting between the Rangers and Devils at Madison Square Garden this season, as the Blueshirts jumped out to a 2-0 1st period lead before eventually falling by a 5-3 score in the first matchup on November 28th.

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Bantering Points: 12/10/22

Here are today's news and links:

Highlights: NYR 1*, COL 1 (4:53 video via NHL.com)Game Recap: Igor Shesterkin out dueled his former backup Alexandar Georgiev by stopping 41 shots as the Blueshirts and Avalanche played to a draw after 65:00 of hockey (CBS)
Mollie Walker notes that it was Braden Schneider finding the back of the net once again as he supplied what little scoring the Rangers managed to generate in last night's contest (NY Post)
Colin Stephenson got Vincent Trocheck's thoughts on the new forward combinations that have Trocheck centering Chris Kreider and Jimmy Vesey (Newsday)
Vincent Mercogliano offers his takeaways from the Blueshirts' third consecutive victory (LoHud)

New Jersey Devils' forward Jack Hughes skated for a 6:02 shift to close out his team's 6-4 defeat against the New York Islanders to set the record for longest recorded shift dating back to the 2007-08 season (Sportsnet)
Toronto Maple Leafs' forward Pierre Engvall has been suspended one game for high sticking Los Angeles Kings' defenseman Sean Durzi (TSN)

Puck Prose

Taking A Look At The New York Rangers Recent Line Changes

The underperforming New York Rangers are starting to get a few more wins under their belt.Their past two games have been victories against the St. Louis Blues and Vegas Golden Knights.Sure that win on home ice against St. Louis must have felt good, but the Rangers were the home team against a team struggling even more than they are.

Puck Prose

Why A Trade For Patrick Kane Would Still Work For The New York Rangers

Earlier this season, we took a look at the much-speculated front runners for Patrick Kane's services in the New York Rangers.That was before the puck had even dropped on the 2022-2023 NHL season.A few things have changed since then.The Chicago Blackhawks are trending downward toward another playoff-less spring.

Blue Seat Blogs

Thoughts on the NY Rangers bottom six roles, makeup, and getting the best out of the lineup - Blue Seat Blogs

The Rangers placed Ryan Carpenter on waivers yesterday, which likely ends his Rangers tenure.Fourth line centers who win faceoffs are likely to be claimed, especially by teams like Colorado who have an all-injury lineup that looks like an All Star team.Placing Carpenter on waivers more or less solidified the NY Rangers bottom six, at least that's what it looks like.

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Gallant got the right Rangers lines using the wrong formula, but does it matter?

New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) scores on Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) in the first period of Game 2 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoffs Eastern Conference finals, Friday, June 3, 2022, in New York.(AP Photo/John Minchillo)Before last night's dramatic three goal third period, the Rangers were getting utterly crushed by St. Louis.

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One bad period against Detroit changed everything for the 2022-2023 Rangers - Blue Seat Blogs

State of the RangersOn November 6, the Rangers were at MSG with a 2-0 lead heading into the second period.What happened after was their first major blown lead and loss of the season, losing to Detroit 3-2 in overtime.Following that one bad period, Gerard Gallant blew up the Rangers lines that, up to that point, had been playing well, with confidence, but were a bit snakebitten.

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Bantering Points: 12/2/22

Here are today's news and links:

Mollie Walker chatted with K'Andre Miller as he adjusts to the pressure of playing in a contract year for the first time in his pro career (NY Post)
Colin Stephenson notes that although Jimmy Vesey didn't return to New York with the expectation of top line minutes, he's been receiving exactly that as of late (Newsday)
Tom Castro writes that after last year's magical run that was sustained largely due to brilliance from Igor Shesterkin, some regression this season was to be expected (The Hockey Writers)
Brendan Azoff highlights Adam Fox's strong play compared to the lackluster team around him (The Hockey Writers)

Iain MacIntyre argues that although the Vancouver Canucks' placement of Roberto Luongo in their Ring of Honor is a nice gesture, the team should retire his jersey number (Sportsnet)
RFA forward Alex Formenton is ineligible to play for the remainder of the 2022-23 season after he went unsigned past yesterday's 5 PM deadline (TSN)

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Bantering Points: 12/1/22

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Highlights: NYR 3, OTT 1 (4:58 video via NHL.com)Game Recap: New York's depth players came to play last night as Jaroslav Halak earned his first win as a Ranger while Jimmy Vesey and Barlcay Goodrow both found the back of the net (CBS)
Mollie Walker notes that although it took seven tries, Halak played well last night and more than earned his first victory since signing with the team (NY Post)
Colin Stephenson points out how in spite of being a game time decision to play at all, Vincent Trocheck did a good job centering Alexis Lafreniere and Filip Chytil (Newsday)
Vincent Mercogliano offers his takeaways from last night's victory (LoHud)

Pittsburgh Penguins' defenseman Kristopher Letang will be out indefinitely after suffering a stroke for the second time in his career (NBC Sports)
Elliotte Friedman authors an abbreviated version of 32 Thoughts (Sportsnet)
The city council of Tempe, Arizona voted unanimously to recommend the proposed arena plan for the Arizona Coyotes that will be voted on by the city in 2023 (TSN)

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Rangers get Jaro Halak his first win, Ryan Lindgren tallies 3 assists in 3-1 victory over Ottawa | amNewYork

For a team that has been reeling the last few games, the New York Rangers turned to some unlikely players to end their three-game losing streak.It certainly worked out Wednesday night.Jaroslav Halak recorded his first win as a New York Ranger, and Ryan Lindgren's impressive offensive showing paved the way for a Rangers' 3-1 win over the Ottawa Senators.

Blue Seat Blogs

NY Rangers need a major shake up to salvage 2022-2023 season - Blue Seat Blogs

The Rangers are spiraling out of control.The team has no killer instinct, no winning spirit, and seem to get derailed in games when even the slightest bounce goes the other way.It's tough to address the mental aspect of the game without winning, so the goal should be putting them in a position to win.

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Rangers lineup notes: Kreider, Zibanejad, Panarin form new top line - Blue Seat Blogs

Lineup ChangesPer Vince Mercogliano, the Rangers lineup will have a new top line of Chris Kreider, Mika Zibanejad, and Artemiy Panarin.This is the line that closed out the loss in Anaheim as well.It definitely sounds like we'll see a top line of Kreider, Zib and Panarin, with 10 at RW.
Gallant: "I just wanted to give Bread a little shot in the arm up there with those guys.

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Did the Rangers turn a corner in Tuesday night's 5-3 comeback win? | amNewYork

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Sometimes all a team needs to succeed is a little bit of puck luck and an impromptu comeback.For the New York Rangers, after a month of unlucky bounces and frustrating play, the results finally flipped.

Blue Seat Blogs

20 Fun Rangers Facts as they prepare for their 20th game - Blue Seat Blogs

Stats To Chew OnThe Rangers are going to hit the 20 game mark tonight in Los Angeles, which is about one-quarter of the season.Lots of column inches and digital ink has been spent about why the Rangers are a little over hockey-.500,and it's time to change direction a bit, even if just for a day.There are some fun Rangers facts through the first 19 games that jump out.

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Rangers are lacking serious solutions for consistent scoring issues a month into new season | amNewYork

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How many more times will the New York Rangers fanbase be comfortable watching 40+ shot nights and be rewarded with minimal scoring?How many times can the Rangers themselves fail to capitalize on prime scoring chances?

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NY Rangers Fan Confidence Poll: Consistently inconsistent - Blue Seat Blogs

Last Week's Results: OTL 3-2 @ SEA, W 2-1 @ SJ 11/22 @ LAK, 11/23 @ ANH, 11/26 vs EDM Season Record:9-6-4 (56 GF, 51 GA)Last Poll's Results: 6.96
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Another week, another .500record from the Rangers, but they got 3 of 4 points with a win over San Jose and an overtime loss in Seattle.

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Rangers Recap: Unravel in Seattle - Blue Seat Blogs

Game Wrap-upsThis was one of the worst games of the season.Bar none, the Rangers stunk from head to toe and allowed the Seattle Kraken, in long stretches out skate, out shoot, and out possess them.Out of 18 games, this is now the 3rd game of the year where the Rangers come out looking really bad in all facets.

Blue Seat Blogs

Rangers lineup notes: Kravtsov getting close; same lineup expected in Seattle

Lineup ChangesPer Arthur Staple, the Rangers lineup will be the same tonight in Seattle as it was against Arizona in the Rangers 4-1 win.With the lines the same, that means Jimmy Vesey and Barclay Goodrow remain in the top six while the kid line stays intact.It also means Ryan Reaves and Zac Jones will remain scratched.

Blue Seat Blogs

Jimmy Vesey has been a pleasant surprise for the Rangers

When the Rangers signed Jimmy Vesey to a PTO, the collective fan base groaned and feared the worst.Vesey would be a teacher's pet and get top minutes over kids with minimal results.Vesey's strong preseason led to Dryden Hunt eventually being waived, which led to more groans.But Jimmy Vesey has been a pleasant surprise for the Rangers, silencing doubters in the process.

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Record Aside, The Rangers Will Be Fine

With a shade over 20% of the 2022-23 campaign in the books, now is a good time to take stock of where the Rangers are at.Having made minimal additions in free agency and opting for an internal replacements for their additions from the previous trade deadline, there was reason to believe see similar results to last season's squad.

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Recap: Shesterkin, Fox lead Rangers past Coyotes 4-1

After a tough loss in Nashville, the Rangers hosted the lowly Coyotes at Madison Square Garden.Last time the Rangers and Coyotes faced off, the Rangers narrowly won despite dominating play.This time, the Rangers handily won despite sleepwalking through the first 35 minutes.Both the Rangers and Coyotes played yesterday, and when the game started, they looked like two teams that played yesterday.

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Bantering Points: 11/12/22

Here are today's news and links:

Mollie Walker chatted with Jimmy Vesey about the first month of his second stint as a Blueshirt (NY Post)
Walker also highlighted a surplus of odd man rushes against on defense as an issue the team must improve as they look to get their season back on track (NY Post)
Colin Stephenson ponders whether or not the Rangers will be able to carry over what led to their six goal outburst in the third period of their previous game (Newsday)

The league and its players' association agreed to postpone a potential World Cup of Hockey from 2024 to at least 2025 (TSN)
Rory Boylen lists four players who have found themselves as unlikely subjects of trade discussions in the early going of the 2022-23 campaign (Sportsnet)
Ryan Clark reports that Columbus Blue Jackets' defenseman Zach Werenski is expected to miss the remainder of the season with a torn labrum and separated shoulder (ESPN)

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Rangers dominate Red Wings 8-2: Mika Zibanejad scores twice in 700th game | amNewYork

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DETROIT (AP) - Mika Zibanejad scored twice in his 700th career game as the New York Rangers snapped a three-game skid by pulling away to an 8-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night.

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Recap: Rangers Erupt for Eight Goals, Sinking Red Wings 8-2

The Rangers came to Detroit with a set of new lines, a returning Ryan Lindgren, and their dads in tow.After a tough loss to the Islanders, some combination of those things seemed to do the trick, as the Rangers downed the Red Wings 8-2.In the first period, they very much looked like a team adjusting to new lines.

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New York Islanders

New York Islanders 4, Rangers 3: Lee completes another 3rd-period comeback

What is with this team?For the third time in this young season, the New York Islanders entered the second intermission trailing 3-1, and emerged from the next period celebrating a regulation win.This time the victims were an extra degree of delicious, as Islanders fans celebrated in front of their despondent rivals inside the hollow soul of Madison Square Garden.

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