New York Rangers Analysis
Isn't it funny how with the Rangers playing well, this All-Star Break seemed as long as last year's Olympic hiatus? Last year I don't think any of us were in any particular hurry for the games to start again. Well finally, the Rangers
New York Rangers Analysis
The New York Rangers completed January with a shaky 7-6-1 record, with 3 wins coming via the shootout and another off the stick of Mats Zuccarello in overtime. Ok, so it was really 4 wins coming off the stick of Mats Zuccarello. In total, the Rangers played a
New York Rangers Analysis
Continuing the series of trade deadline scouting, next up is the Atlanta Thrashers. The Thrash are in a bit of a perplexing situation. They're not quite sellers but also not quite buyers. Currently sitting in the last playoff spot, they are in a trade deadline gray area that
New York Rangers News
Hello from Raleigh, North Carolina Blueshirt Banter addicts! I am reporting live from 2011 NHL All-Star Weekend, where Rangers Henrik Lundqvist, Marc Staal and Derek Stepan participated in last night's SuperSkills Competition. I am on the trip as a member of the media, so I was fortunate
New York Rangers Game Threads
It's all about "Team Staal" today, with Rangers Marc Staal and Henrik Lundvist both picked to play fro them. This is your open thread for today's game. Enjoy the game fellas.
Bantering Around
In honor of the NHL All-Star Game tonight I present you with a special Sunday morning Blueshirt Banter cartoon. Now, I don't like to kick a man when's down (and injured) but I couldn't help but think about the disappointment (and possible safety
Bantering Around
Behold, Pope Prust the First. Thou shalt not fear men bigger than thou art, thou shalt smite them no matter their size. Thou shalt kill penalties, thou shalt block shots, and thou shalt score shorthanded goals. And above all else, thou shalt always remember, "it's just pain.
New York Rangers Game Threads
Here is your open thread for the Fantasy Draft tonight on Vs. at 8 PM EST. "Will Eric choose his brother Marc?" "Ohhhhh Joe, he would have some explaining to do to Mrs. Staal" Anyway, I will try and join you guys, I am in the
NHL News
Recently two of the bigger fish have been removed from this upcoming off-season's free agent market. Both Alexander Semin and Matt Moulson were given contract extensions. The Washington Capitals offered a one-year extension to 26 year old Russian sniper Alex Semin worth $6.7 million next
Bantering Around
Courtesy of Jim, last night I was able to partake in a Q&A with Brian Leetch and Don Mattingly at the Gotham Comedy Club in Manhattan. When Jim came to me (and Joe, who was unable to make it due to the weather), I jumped at the opportunity
New York Rangers Analysis
According to our good friend Andrew Gross, the Rangers are going to be quite active today. Here is what he had to say during his recap of last night's loss: Defenseman Michael Del Zotto and forwards Evgeny Grachev, Brodie Dupont, Chad Kolarik and Kris Newbury will be rejoining
New York Rangers Game Threads
Next Game Florida Panthers @ New York Rangers Tuesday, Mar 22, 2011, 7:00 PM EDT Madison Square Garden Complete Coverage > Rangers look to keep things rolling tonight against the Florida Panthers, who over the years have been a thorn in the Rangers side. Will join you fellas as soon