FAN-FARE: ARMCHAIR HOCKEY COACHING

Posted on June 11, 2013 | Leave a comment

New-York-Rangers-150x150BY: Adam Gavriel

If someone ever asked me what I was an expert at, my answer would be simple. I am an expert armchair General Manager and coach… for hockey that is, of course. From the comfort of my computer chair I have built and coached dynasties simultaneously. As the simulations play out in my head, and Ryan Callahan lifts the cup in front of 18,000 faithful at the Garden, I can sit back and smile.

Then I wake up.

As the Stanley Cup Finals between the Chicago Blackhawks and Boston Bruins set to kick off (B’s in 6), so do the organizational meetings at Glen Sather’s house in La Quinta, California. As the Rangers brass discusses situations such as what to do with Brad Richards, who to hire as head coach, and how to get Henrik Lundqvist committed to the Rangers long-term, the wheels in my head can’t stop churning either.  Continue reading →

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RANGERS ANNOUNCE SUMMER CAMP

Posted on June 5, 2013 | Leave a comment

New-York-Rangers-150x150NY RANGERS ANNOUNCE 2013 SUMMER HOCKEY CAMP PRESENTED BY CHASE

 BY: The New York Rangers

NEW YORK, June 5, 2013 – The New York Rangers Youth Hockey Camp presented by Chase returns for the ninth  summer in 2013, providing children with a structured hockey learning experience, focused on teamwork and personal development. The camp consists of four multi-day sessions in Tarrytown, NY.

The schedule is as follows:

Date               Location                          City                         Times

July 8-12…… MSG Training Center……… Tarrytown, NY……… 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

July 15-19….. MSG Training Center………Tarrytown, NY……… 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

July 22-26….. MSG Training Center………Tarrytown, NY……..  8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

July 29-Aug 2 MSG Training Center…….. Tarrytown, NY………. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Through the Rangers Youth Hockey Camp sessions, boys and girls ages 7-15 will receive top level age specific training from some of the greatest role models in the organization and the sport. Instruction will be provided by Rangers alumni and the Rangers Hockey Development Team, and special appearances will be made by current Ranger players throughout each week. Players at every level will be challenged each day during on-ice practices and off-ice training, which includes dryland sessions, off-ice skills, classroom and recreation time. All participants receive a Rangers camp jersey, t-shirt, and equipment bag.

In addition, Chase is proud to extend a special offer to Chase Credit and Debit Cardmembers.  Campers who secure their 2013 Youth Hockey Camp spot with a Chase Credit or Debit Card will receive a $50 discount off admission & a limited edition Camp apparel item.

For more information on Rangers Youth Hockey Camp, or to register your child, please visit newyorkrangers.com/youthhockey or call (212) 465-6553. All sessions have limited openings.

 

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FAN-FARE: THE NASH DEBATE – ANOTHER PERSPECTIVE

Posted on June 5, 2013 | 1 Comment

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BY: Matt LoGuercio, Special to Howlings

Recently I had the real pleasure of meeting Mr. Nash, a 61 and a real metropolitan.

If you think I meant Rick Nash, I wasn’t. I was  referring to the beauty in the picture (left) a 1961 Nash Metropolitan. The two, the player and the car have a lot in common. 61, boxy, metropolitan and easy to park. Rick Nash is a talented player but we did not see a ton of that talent on display this season.   Continue reading →

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WHALE EQUIPMENT SALE JUNE 15

Posted on June 5, 2013 | Leave a comment

Connecticut-Whale_thumb1-150x150241Hartford Wolf Pack LogoWOLF PACK TO HOLD EQUIPMENT AND MERCHANDISE SALE SATURDAY, JUNE 15
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Large Selection of Team Game-used Gear, Jerseys, Over 1,000 CT Whale Souvenir Items to be Available

BY: Bob Crawford, Voice of the Hartford Wolf Pack

HARTFORD, June 4, 2013: Hockey players and collectors alike can acquire actual, game-used, pro-quality hockey equipment Saturday, June 15, as the Hartford Wolf Pack hold a team game-used equipment and Connecticut Whale merchandise sale from 10 AM to 2 PM. Continue reading →

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FAN-FARE: THE NASH DEBATE BEGINS

Posted on June 4, 2013 | Leave a comment

Rick_Nash_RangersBY: Adam Gavriel, Special to Howlings

At the completion (and even before) of the 2012 NHL playoffs, it was obvious that the New York Rangers were relying too heavily on Marian Gaborik to be their game-breaker. The Rangers needed something more, something to complement Gaborik; but what?

Rick Nash, an NHL star since he recorded 41 goals in the dead-puck era as a 20 year old, was finding NHL life in Columbus, Ohio to not be what he had hoped. Just one playoff appearance spanned his career, a quick four-game sweep at the hands of the Detroit Red Wings in 2009, Nash wanted more than a last place finish.  Continue reading →

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YOUR NEW D-MAN – SAM NOREAU

Posted on June 1, 2013 | Leave a comment

New-York-Rangers-150x150RANGERS AGREE TO TERMS WITH D-MAN SAMUEL NOREAU

New York’s fifth round choice in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft

 BY: The New York Rangers

New York, May 31, 2013 – New York Rangers President and General Manager Glen Sather announced today that the club has agreed to terms with defenseman Samuel Noreau.

Noreau, 20, skated in 66 games with Baie-Comeau of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) last season, registering seven goals and 25 assists for a total of 32 points, along with 64 penalty minutes and a plus-19 rating. He established a career-high in goals, assists, points, and plus-minus rating. Noreau posted a career-best, four-game point streak, on two occasions – November 9 at Rouyn-Noranda to November 14 vs. Shawinigan (two goals, five assists over the span) and January 11 vs. Rouyn-Noranda to January 20 vs. Shawinigan (four assists over the span). Noreau also skated in 15 playoff games, tallying two goals, one assist and 12 penalty minutes. He notched his first career postseason goal on April 8 at Victoriaville. Continue reading →

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SURGERY FOR CALLY AND HAGS – OUT 4-5 MOS

Posted on May 31, 2013 | Leave a comment

New-York-Rangers-150x150RYAN CALLAHAN AND CARL HAGELIN UNDERGO
SUCCESSFUL SHOULDER SURGERIES                

BY: The New York Rangers                                                                    

New York, May 31, 2012 – New York Rangers President and General Manager Glen Sather announced today that both Ryan Callahan and Carl Hagelin underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in each of their left shoulders. The procedures were performed by Dr. Andrew Feldman earlier today at the NYU Langone Medical Center’s Hospital for Joint Diseases in Manhattan.

Callahan registered 16 goals and 15 assists for 31 points, along with 12 penalty minutes and a plus-nine rating in 45 games this season. He led the team in hits (154) and power play goals (six), ranked third in goals, and fourth in points. He also ranked 11th in the NHL in hits, tied for 19th in power play goals, and led all league forwards in blocked shots (66).

The Rangers’ Captain captured the Players’ Player Award for the third consecutive year, and the Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award for the fourth time (2008-09, 2009-10, 2011-12). He tied his career-high with a Rangers’ season-high, seven-game point streak to end the season (five goals, six assists over the span), and tallied 16 points (seven goals, nine assists) in the final 14 games. Callahan also reached several milestones this season, including his 200th career NHL point on January 29 vs. Philadelphia, 100th career NHL assist on April 1 vs. Winnipeg, and his 400th career NHL game on April 18 vs. Florida.

Hagelin registered 10 goals and 14 assists for 24 points, along with 18 penalty minutes and a plus-10 rating in 48 games this season. He was one of four Rangers to appear in all 48 games, and established career-highs in average time on ice (17:18) and shots on goal (132). Hagelin ranked sixth on the team in points and goals, third in shots, and tied for fifth in plus/minus rating.

The Rangers posted a record of 14-2-1 when he tallied a point, 8-1-1 when he registered a goal, and 5-0-1 when he registered two or more points. Hagelin posted a career-high, five-game point streak from February 10 vs. Tampa Bay to February 19 vs. Montreal (five goals, three assists over the span), including a career-high, four-game goal streak from February 10 to February 17 vs. Washington (five goals). In addition, Hagelin skated in his 100th career NHL game on April 3 vs. Pittsburgh, and notched his first career NHL playoff goal on May 2 at Washington.

 

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