This is Blueshirt Banter’s dedicated stream for New York Rangers news. We compile real-time updates on roster transactions, injuries, coaching decisions, and major team developments. It’s your go-to source for staying current on the Blueshirts.
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The National Hockey League announced today that all preseason games through September 30th have been cancelled, due to absence of a new collective bargaining agreement. In addition, the 2012 Kraft Hockeyville preseason game, which would have taken place in Belleville, Ontario has been postponed until 2013. The old CBA expired
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According to Katie Strang of ESPN, New York Rangers left winger Rick Nash, and San Jose Sharks center Joe Thornton have both signed with HC Davos of the Swiss National League. Both Nash and Thornton played for HC Davos during the 2004-2005 lockout, and it was rumored that the
New York Rangers News
You know, in the grand scheme of things, myself, Blueshirt Banter and SB Nation Hockey as a whole aren't very important when it comes to the NHL Lockout. The most important parties -- and often the most forgotten about -- are the people who work for the teams and the
New York Rangers News
The New York Rangers announced the signing of Michael St. Croix to a three-year entry level contract. It will be two-way deal, with St. Croix making $575,000 at the NHL level, along with a $270,000 signing bonus. St. Croix was taking by the Rangers in the
New York Rangers News
With the lockout practically in process already, various teams around the National Hockey League have begun their roster preparations. The NHL and NHLPA have agreed on a pre-lockout waiver rule, which will allow veteran AHL players to play for their parent club's farm team. The rule states
New York Rangers News
The New York Rangers have broken the ever-long silence among free agency, and announced the re-signing of defenseman Steve Eminger. The Rangers were said to be in the hunt for another defenseman, and were dipping into the free agent pool to get it done. However, it looks as
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The National Hockey League released its national television schedule earlier this afternoon, and the Rangers will appear sixteen different times on national TV. This includes the Rangers being featured on NBC Sports Network, NBC, and CBC. In the United States, the Rangers will appear in 12 nationally televised games, with
New York Rangers Analysis
According to Larry Brooks of the NY Post, the New York Rangers and Michael Del Zotto have yet to come close on negotiating a new deal, to keep the 22-year-old defenseman in New York. It was reported that the Rangers are looking to give Del Zotto a multi-
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According to Chris Botta via Twitter, the Detroit Red Wing have announced the cancellation of this year's Traverse City prospect tournament, due to CBA uncertainties. The tournament was scheduled to begin on September 14th, 2012, which was set to feature the Red Wings, Buffalo Sabres, New York Rangers,
NHL News
- Just 24 hours after Gary Bettman dropped a bomb on the entire hockey community, things have began to heat up in regards to the CBA. The NHLPA is expected to submit their counter-proposal on Tuesday afternoon, and things will hopefully kick into high gear. - After the big letdown yesterday,
New York Rangers News
The New York Rangers newest sniper said his final goodbye to Columbus today, taking a full-page ad in The Dispatch to thank the Blue Jackets fans for their years of support. It's a classy move by a classy guy, and probably warms the hearts of Rangers fans
New York Rangers News
The New York Rangers have avoided salary arbitration and come to terms with RFA defenseman, Anton Stralman, on a two-year deal. According to multiple reports, the deal will pay Stralman a total of $1.7 million over the next two seasons, which is considered a bargain at this point.