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New York Rangers Analysis
Thanks in large part to an early 5 on 3 that helped the Rangers rebound, the final tally of chances between the Washington Capitals and New York Rangers ended with a very close 22-20 victory for the Capitals. At even strength however, the Caps dominated 18-11, on the
New York Rangers Analysis
Note: This post does not include the 11/9 game against Washington. Brandon Dubinsky has been the subject of many a debate amongst Ranger fans. Some believed that he should have been packaged for a top line center (for various reasons), and others believed that he should be retained because
New York Rangers Analysis
In one of the more deceptive outcomes of the season, the New York Rangers hammered the St. Louis Blues in chances, finishing the game with a 17-9 total advantage, and a 12-7 even strength advantage. These advantages come mostly in the fact that once they obtained the lead,
New York Rangers Analysis
In a game marred by defensive miscues and a goal from a sharp angle, the final totals for the game between the Philadelphia Flyers and New York Rangers ended with the Rangers winning the scoring chance battle 14-13, and 10-7 at even strength. This was mostly caused by
New York Rangers Analysis
In a game where the New Jersey Devils dominated on the dot and dominated in shots, the two teams ended up dead even in scoring chances at 17-17 apiece. Much like the first game against the Devs, the New York Rangers lost the even strength battle, but generated many
New York Rangers Analysis
The Chicago Blackhawks were one of the best puck possession teams in all of hockey last year, and despite losing a significant chunk of their roster, their game against the New York Rangers showed that they haven't missed a beat. This is best represented by the serious negative
New York Rangers Analysis
Blocking shots is an integral part of the game today. With today’s shooters getting more power from lighter sticks and improved workout techniques, shots are getting harder and more accurate. In today’s game, if you leave a good player with a decent look, he will hit his spot,
New York Rangers Analysis
The month ended with the New York Rangers having a scoring chance differential of -8. All of that -8, however, comes from the teams 'talent' of sending two people to the penalty box at a time. At even strength, the most important strength, the team finished with a
New York Rangers Analysis
For the second straight night, the New York Rangers allowed more than 20 scoring chances against. They allowed 22 chances to the Toronto Maple Leafs, including a season high 19 chances at even strength. The team came out lethargically in the first period, allowing the first four chances, while not
New York Rangers Analysis
In what was very much a defense optional game, the New York Rangers allowed a season high 24 chances to the Carolina Hurricanes, with 17 alone coming at even strength. They also had their two of their three worst periods of the season, with only the 3rd period against the
New York Rangers Analysis
Be careful what you wish for. A famous, and yet, very accurate warning for those who think short-term and don't look too far into the future. So what's this have to do with Brandon Dubinsky and Ryan Callahan? A lot, actually. When we think about
New York Rangers Analysis
Heading into tonight's game against the Carolina Hurricanes, the New York Rangers are coming off of one of the more inconsistent and statistically confusing games of the season. The final game tally was 17-16 in favor of the Rangers. While this makes some amount of sense in