New York Rangers Rumors
It's been a whirlwind the past few days for the New York Rangers. After finally landing Rick Nash in the summer's biggest blockbuster, the Rangers addressed both their power play and general offensive issues for next year. Many fans have been clamoring for the Rangers to
New York Rangers News
Well, it's been an interesting week in the hockey world, now hasn't it. We started with the Philadelphia Flyers giving Shea Weber a $114-million offer sheet, and now we're here: With the New York Rangers trading Brandon Dubinsky, Artem Anisimov, Tim Erixon and
New York Rangers Rumors
Since the start of free agency, many fans across the NHL have been wondering where Alexander Semin will land. Semin, one of the best members of this very thin free agent class (even if you include Zach Parise and Ryan Suter), still remains unsigned, which has confused many fans. We
New York Rangers Rumors
The New York Rangers are apparently trying to land both Shane Doan and Rick Nash. But many Rangers fans became confused as to how both could be afforded. We're going to take a quick look at this from a couple of different angles below, but we'll
Blueshirt Banter Discussion
WIth news breaking that Shane Doan met with the New York Rangers Friday, it seems that the two sides have a pretty fair amount of mutual interest in one another. Doan, who would be a 35+ contract, is one of the few free agents left who can put the puck
New York Rangers Analysis
Yesterday it was reported from numerous outlets that the New York Rangers were not only on Shea Weber's short list but they also made a significant play for him. And, if Larry Brooks can be believed, then if it were not for Weber's distaste for living
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I don't know if any of you noticed, but it's been a full year since I officially took over Blueshirt Banter. I know, I know, it's exciting! Essentially, it's been a remarkable year. The site has broken pretty much every single traffic
NHL News
Not to throw a match on some gasoline, but as more and more information is being leaked out about the Philadelphia Flyers' offer sheet to Shea Weber, it looks like it's going to be a pretty tough call for the brass in Nashville. The biggest tactic used
New York Rangers Rumors
According to Ryan Dadoun of Pro hockey Talk, Shane Doan's agent made a statement that Doan was hoping things would settle out in Phoenix so the UFA could return to the only team he has ever known (or, at least, the only organization). "We are still hoping
New York Rangers Analysis
Yesterday I posted an article about how Glen Sather has been patient to this point and why he needs to remain patient. Then, this morning, I posted an article on how the New York Rangers have made it a point to bring heady players into the organization and what that&
New York Rangers Rumors
One of the topics we have discussed during these dog-days of summer has been the New York Rangers recent trend of bringing in players -- both via free agency and the draft -- who "have a good head on their shoulders." Let's go off track for a
New York Rangers Rumors
Back in February, Glen Sather was at a crossroads. He knew his team needed some offense - although he wouldn't know just how badly he needed the offense until Marian Gaborik would be injured in the first round -- and he had an opportunity to get some in Rick Nash.