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The New York Rangers were founded in 1926, and are known as one of the Original Six Clubs. They were founded by George “Tex” Rickard who built and owned the third version of Madison Square Garden. They have won four Stanley Cups, with the most recent coming in 1994, when they defeated the Vancouver Canucks in seven games in the Stanley Cup Final. They have reached the Stanley Cup Final on seven other occasions.

New York Rangers’ 4 Best Contracts for 2024-25
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Free agents and contract extensions in the NHL can often be hit or miss. Just ask the New York Rangers, who have had their share of brutal contracts over the past decade. Related: Rangers Shouldn’t Rush Igor Shesterkin Extension Some of the worst comes from the Glen Sather era, which included Dan Girardi, who was later bought out after signing a six-year, $33 million contract extension in 2014. Or Barclay Goodrow’s long-term contract, which carried a $3.6 million cap charge, only to become an expensive fourth-line penalty kill specialist. But the Rangers have hit some home runs, and have some…

Rangers Need Miller/Schneider Pair to Take Big Step in 2024-25
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With much of the New York Rangers‘ defense corps suddenly in flux and shrouded in uncertainty, the Blueshirts are hoping the time has come for two of their young mainstays to step up in a big way in 2024-25. Those would be K’Andre Miller and Braden Schneider, the former first-round draft picks that got a late-season whirl as a pairing in 2023-24 and whom the Blueshirts need to make significant strides this coming season – perhaps taking over as the club’s matchup duo from the get-go. Miller, with four NHL seasons under his belt, and Schneider, with 2 1/2, had…

Today in Hockey History: July 24
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On this date, the Los Angeles Kings brought back one of the great players in their franchise’s history for the third time. Also, a dramatic coaching move was finally made official. Plus, some talented Stanley Cup winners are celebrating birthdays today. Let’s begin our daily trip back in time to relive all the best memories July 24 has given us. Robitaille Returns to Hollywood…Again The Kings signed free-agent forward Luc Robitaille on July 24, 2003. This marked the third time Robitaille wore a Kings sweater. He was originally one of the best draft picks in franchise history when he was…

 

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Today in Hockey History: July 21
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July 21 saw the greatest player in National Hockey League history sign on to play for one of its most historic teams. Plus, a franchise-altering player signed his first-ever professional contract, new head coaches were hired and the Seattle Kraken got its inaugural roster via the expansion draft. So, let’s…

 

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What year were the New York Rangers founded?

The New York Rangers were founded in 1926, and are known as one of the Original Six Clubs.

When did the New York Rangers play their first game?

The New York Rangers played their first game on Nov. 16, 1926, against the Montreal Maroons. They won the game 1-0.

Who is the current head coach of the New York Rangers?

Gerard Gallant is the current head coach for the New York Rangers.