Tagged: ‘Michael Del Zotto’
New York Rangers Lose 4-2 to Philadelphia Flyers, Fall Out of Playoff Picture
April 17th, 2013 at 7:17 AM
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This was a prime example of the New York Rangers being the New York Rangers. Literally, everyone they're fighting to reach the playoffs against won their respective games last night, and the Blueshirts go into Philadelphia and lay a dud against the Flyers, going down 4-2.
The Philadelphia Flyers didn't even...
New York Rangers: Trade Rumors Involving Michael Del Zotto Need to Stop
March 20th, 2013 at 1:33 PM
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It is no secret that the New York Rangers are in the market to make a move at the trade deadline.
ESPN's Pierre LeBrun notes that Dan Boyle of the San Jose Sharks would be a fit for the Rangers, as he's the right-handed, top-four, offensive minded forward they've been looking...
New York Rangers Beat the New Jersey Devils and Move Back into the Playoff Picture
March 19th, 2013 at 9:58 PM
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Another strong performance by Henrik Lundqvist helped the New York Rangers beat the New Jersey Devils on the road and climb back into the playoff picture.
The Rangers beat the Devils 3-2, with Rick Nash scoring the game-winning goal in the second period. Henrik Lundqvist made three great saves with the...
New York Rangers Vs Buffalo Sabres Preview: Ryan Miller is OUT
March 12th, 2013 at 3:38 PM
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The New York Rangers head to Buffalo to take on the struggling Buffalo Sabres Tuesday night, a team that has just eight points in its last 10 games. The Blueshirts, on the other hand, have won five of their last six games and will once again look to leapfrog the...
New York Rangers Win 4th Straight Behind Rick Nash and Marian Gaborik Late Goals
March 7th, 2013 at 9:52 PM
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The New York Rangers went into the Nassau Coliseum with most of the fans in attendance supporting them, rather than the home team. The energy from the crowed helped propel them to a 2-1 overtime victory over the New York Islanders.
It's the fourth straight win the the Rangers (12-8-2, 26...
New York Rangers Vs Buffalo Sabres: Thomas Vanek OUT for Buffalo
March 3rd, 2013 at 6:06 PM
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The Buffalo Sabres (9-12-1, 19 points) come into Madison Square Garden tonight on a three-game winning streak, helping them close the gab between themselves and a playoff birth.
The New York Rangers (9-8-2, 20 points) won their last game 4-1 against the Tampa Bay Lightning behind the return of stars Rick...
New York Rangers Look for Consistency After Big Win Vs Tampa Bay Lightning
March 3rd, 2013 at 12:44 PM
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The New York Rangers had Rick Nash, Ryan McDonagh and Michael Del Zotto return to the ice Thursday. The result: a 4-1 beating of the Tampa Bay Lightning. The score doesn't reflect how how lopsided the game really was as Mathieu Garon made 38 saves to keep his team "in...
New York Rangers Vs Tampa Bay Lightning: Blueshirts Look for Season Sweep
February 28th, 2013 at 4:08 PM
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The New York Rangers (8-8-2, 18 points) enter Thursday night's game against the Tampa Bay Lightning (9-9-1, 19 points) as one of the league's coldest teams, currently riding a four-game losing streak.
The slide all came with star forward Rick Nash sidelined with an undisclosed injury, but with the Rangers sending...
New York Rangers Expect Ryan McDonagh and Rick Nash to Play Tonight Vs Tampa Bay Lightning
February 28th, 2013 at 12:10 PM
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For the second consecutive day, both Rick Nash and Ryan McDonagh were on the ice, practicing with their New York Ranger teammates.
Rick Nash has missed four straight games (all losses) with an undisclosed injury, and McDonagh missed Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Winnipeg Jets. His injury also wasn't known, but...
New York Rangers Should Explore a Trade for Ryan Whitney
February 27th, 2013 at 5:40 PM
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The Edmonton Oilers don't have a spot for defenseman Ryan Whitney in their rotation, so the 30-year-old has been a healthy scratch for most of the year.
The Oilers have said they're open to trading him, but there's one problem. They have no offers, according to Doug McLean via the Edmonton...
New York Rangers Fans: Stop the Cries to Fire John Tortorella
February 26th, 2013 at 12:06 PM
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It's no secret that the New York Rangers have gotten off to a sluggish start to the 2013 season, being 8-7-2 (18 points), but why has the fan base all of a sudden completely turned on the coach?
Just because the team didn't race out to a hot start and take...
Ryan McDonagh and Dan Girardi Both Hurt in New York Rangers 3-0 Loss to Montreal Canadiens
February 24th, 2013 at 2:52 PM
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Michael Sauer is already out for an extended period of time as he's still feeling symptoms of a concussion. Michael Del Zotto missed last night's game with an undisclosed injury. Prior to the game, Marc Staal apparently had the flu, but played through it anyway. Luckily, the New York Rangers...
New York Rangers Vs Montreal Canadiens: Can the Rangers Overcome Injuries and Win at the Bell Centre?
February 23rd, 2013 at 11:50 AM
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The Bell Centre in Montreal has been unfriendly to the New York Rangers in recent years, and tonight they'll have to go in there with the odds against them.
Since last winning in Montreal March 17, 2009, the Rangers have posted a 0-5-1 record against the Habs north of the border,...
New York Rangers: Could Michael Del Zotto Miss Game Vs Montreal Canadiens?
February 22nd, 2013 at 4:14 PM
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As we noted in our post-game wrap up last night, Michael Del Zotto was injured in the third period of the New York Rangers' 3-2 shootout loss to the Ottawa Senators.
Del Zotto left the game with an undisclosed injury after taking a hard hit from Ottawa's defenseman Marc Methot. He...
New York Rangers Earn a Point in Ottawa with a 3-2 Shootout Loss
February 21st, 2013 at 11:12 PM
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The New York Rangers played not to lose Thursday night in Ottawa and it cost them in the end as they lost 3-2 in a shootout.
The team still managed to pick up a point, but once again, they were unable to hold onto a lead.
The Rangers (8-6-2, 18 points) didn't...
New York Rangers Beat Washington Capitals 2-1 on Hockey Night in America
February 17th, 2013 at 9:21 PM
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The New York Rangers beat the Washington Capitals 2-1 Sunday night at Madison Square Garden behind Derek Stepan's game-winning power play goal. Yes, you read that right, a power play goal.
It may have been the prettiest power play goal the Rangers have ever scored, because it definitely was the best...
New York Rangers Unlikely to Make Offer for Ryan O’Reilly Despite Rumors
February 17th, 2013 at 2:07 PM
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Ryan O'Reilly had a great year for the Colorado Avalanche last season, leading the team with 55 points. The 22-year-old center has been unable to come to terms on a new deal, however.
Pat Leonard of the Daily News confirmed that the Rangers have interest in the forward, but we suspect...
Matt Gilroy: New York Rangers Playing Him at Forward is Best Way to Use the Defenseman
February 4th, 2013 at 12:13 PM
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Despite the recent win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, the lack of secondary scoring will continue to be an issue for the New York Rangers.
Aside from the first line, the puck has rarely hit the back of the net for the Rangers. On Saturday, both Carl Hagelin and Derek Stepan...
New York Rangers Top Flyers 2-1 for 2nd Straight Win
January 29th, 2013 at 10:50 PM
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It was a bittersweet win for the New York Rangers (3-3-0) Tuesday night as they beat their division rivals, 2-1, but lost their captain in the process.
At the 4:42 mark of the third period, Ryan Callahan dropped the gloves with Maxime Talbot following a scuffle near the Rangers' net. The...
New York Rangers’ Brian Boyle Knows He Must Step up Play
January 29th, 2013 at 1:49 PM
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New York Rangers head coach John Tortorella has stole headlines this week by saying the balance of his team is a "concern."
The team's third-line center, Brian Boyle, agreed saying the team needs to play like it did in Saturday night's 5-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs to be successful.
The...