Rangers Recap: Rangers 7 Leafs 2
by Joe Fortunato on Oct 12, 2009 9:46 PM EDT
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PrintJust some thoughts here on the game before the Rangers release the official recap. Here are some links:
Maple Leafs vs Rangers recap
Maple Leafs vs Rangers boxscore
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Tonight was a big game in my opinion. The Leafs were win-less and looking for blood and the Rangers were able to hold them off for two periods and then swarm in the third to put things out of reach.
The first period was all Rangers as they came through with two goals; a 5 on 3 by Ryan Callahan and an absolute beauty from Wade Redden. The Rangers controlled the play, they owned the neutral zone, and Lundqvist was his normal self. They came a Henrik Lundqvist trip away from keeping the Leafs off the board.
The second period started off well with a goal from Dan Girardi but the Rangers quickly found themselves on their heels. The Maple Leafs were able to press the issue, force the Rangers back and eventually Jason Blake scored a goal that Lundqvist probably wish he had back.
And then came the third period where the Rangers really put it out of reach. There were four goals scored in the third by the Rangers. Two by Sean Avery, one by Marian Gaborik and one more by Girardi. The Rangers were relentless they were fierce and they were gritty. Make no mistake the Leafs might be a bad team but that does not mean they weren't dangerous. This is a game the old Rangers would have found a way to lose, so it's nice to see them win.
The first line continues to impress: Brandon Dubinsky has two assists, Gaborik had a goal and an assist, and Vinnie Prospal had two assists. Other impressive Rangers were Avery with two goals and an assist, Artem Anisimov with two assists and Wade Redden with a goal and an assist. Jim will post up the official Ranger game recap when he gets it.
Anyway I'll make the call on this.
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awesome win.. we are damn good..
in other news. 5-4 phillies.. bottom 9th.. men on 1st and 2nd for the rockies.. go rockies!
LET'S GO RANGERS!!!
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Please drink responsibly when trying to numb the pain from this loss. Make sure any object you are throwing are of the NERF variety. Try not to go on any rampages. Group therapy starts now; Hi I’m WAC and I’m a Leafs fan…
Post game thread. Air your grievances.
Christ, we haven’t lost since before last week’s radio show, tomorrow night should be a fun one
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by Jim Schmiedeberg on Oct 12, 2009 9:56 PM EDT reply actions
That’s ok, everyone should be in a good mood, and you guys should all be calling in with grins and giggles
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by Jim Schmiedeberg on Oct 12, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
especially you moosh
you promised a phone call! and have yet to deliver
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by Joe Fortunato on Oct 12, 2009 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions
that means if they lose after it u r responsible…lol
by Michael Gleich on Oct 12, 2009 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions
1 goal, 2 assists for Redden
Is it just me or is that the Redden we paid for?
He didn't even get a point
Another weird pointless Ranger: Del Zotto.
by Lunkwill Fook on Oct 12, 2009 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Now guys when you do your full official game wrapup with your player of the game, I hope to see Redden because the fact that he could even do 1 thing right is more progress than any other player, let alone 3 pts
"Malik now." "6 foot 6, 238, not a noted goal scorer but he's gonna give it a shot here." "Malik has not scored this year. In on Kolzig, faked it....SCORES"
gotta say.. that avery anisimov lisin line is good. there quick and they work hard. anisimov is really coming to his own
LET'S GO RANGERS!!!
I think Anisimov is really going to surprise some people this year.
by Lunkwill Fook on Oct 12, 2009 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Wednesday will be a tough test. LA has won 4 in a row.
"Jaromir Jagr.... it's a POWER PLAY GOAL!"
- Sam Rosen
we all ......
Need to give redden a chance. He has been very very good this season so far
by RangerFan5 on Oct 12, 2009 10:19 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I feel bad for Calgary
flashbacks with Montreal anyone?
5-5, 10:30 left in 3rd.
"Jaromir Jagr.... it's a POWER PLAY GOAL!"
- Sam Rosen
Rangers under Torts
What a difference with Tortorella. Renney was terrible, no abiltiy to fire up a team. Tortorella will bring the Rangers a dynasty, not just one but maybe 4 Cups.
I like the gamebreaker Gaborik. He’s a 60 goal scorer, a true superstar which the Rangers have always lacked. Gaborik, Kotalik, Prospal, Anisimov, Dubinsky, Callahan, Drury and Girardi ar elite players and Lundy and Valiquette are at the top of their game.
haha..
well
besides from gaborik, were getting scoring from everywhere in the lineup.
gaborik prospal dubinsky drury callahan avery anisimov kotalik girardi redden mdz
higgins and lisin, along with gilroy will pick it up too. and staal is so solid defensively. and if the 4th line and rozi jsut do their job will be a great team.
LET'S GO RANGERS!!!
Unfuckingbelievable
I feel so bad for Calgary.
"Jaromir Jagr.... it's a POWER PLAY GOAL!"
- Sam Rosen
Higgins
I thought he looked like he was ready to break out against Caps and Ducks, but then he he looked kind of lost again to me tonight. He just doesn’t look like he’s got any groove going and he’s not been as gritty as he’s known to be. I like him, but he doesn’t look comfortable on that line. Maybe get him with Anisimov and Avery and put Kotalik with his buddy Drury….?
just a few points
redden looked like a new man tonight. hopefully he keeps it up
gabby draws so much attention its insane. his skills are unreal
our D players are learning when to pinch and when not to. alot less oddman rushes.
when leafs pulled game to 1 goal, didnt start to tremble like years passed
this jet game is turning out to be a good one
Fabulous game all around.
The Rangers were dominating tonight & yes give the Leafs some credit, they did fight back, but once the 3rd period started it was all over. Avery, Gaborik, Girardi, Redden and Callahan (actually Cally’s goal was an own goal by the Leafs) are playing well and Anisimov is really playing strong.
If you were to pick a Ranger rookie right now to lead the Calder between Anisimov, Del Zotto & Gilroy, I think you have to give it to Michael Del Zotto. Because right now he is running the rink his way. He’s looking good defensivly & he is amazing with his offense.
Lundqvist is on his game again and making fabulous saves.
The only thing I am a bit angry on the Leafs is that they were running at Lundqvist on frustration. But once again a fabulous performence against the Leafs.
Time to re-group and be ready for a scary LA Kings side that has some good talent and they are on a mission.
by NYR #35 Richter on Oct 13, 2009 3:16 AM EDT reply actions
I believe the real question is what do i do with Jonathan Quick as my goaltender in the Blueshirt Banter Fantasy Hockey League lol
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