Rod Gilbert: Mr. Ranger
Rod Gilbert and the New York Rangers were a perfect match. It’s been over half a century since Gilbert made his debut at the old Madison Square Garden (located on…
Emile Francis
Today in Hockey History: June 30
One of the most dramatic sagas in National Hockey League history finally came to an end on this date in 1992. Also, a talented draft class entered the league, a…
Rangers News & Rumors: Shesterkin, Brodzinski, Francis, & More
The New York Rangers went 3-0 last week, and Igor Shesterkin led the way. It was a busy week for the Blueshirts, as they agreed to terms with Jonny Brodzinski.…
Rangers Weekly: Slow Starts, Miller, Nemeth & More
Welcome to New York Rangers Weekly! After two weeks off, the Rangers returned to play on Feb. 15. New York defeated the Boston Bruins in a shootout, 2-1, and was…
Rangers’ 1969-70 Season Finale Still a Day to Remember
*This was originally published on April 4, 2020 “This game is slippery. It’s played on ice.” That quip from coach-general manager Emile Francis was about the only thing New York…
Today in Hockey History: Sept. 13
Sept. 13 has been a huge date on the international stage as Canada, and the Soviet Union battled each other numerous times. Some of the biggest names in National Hockey…
Blues’ 12 Days of Hockeymas: 10 Draft Picks Vacated in 1983
In the history of the NHL, there have been some pretty terrible draft mistakes. Some draft classes have been total duds. Teams have missed on great players by just one…
50 Years Ago in Hockey: Rangers, Bruins Swap Forwards
The Boston Bruins and New York Rangers, the National Hockey League’s two also-rans, got together yesterday and completed a one-for-one trade of forwards. The dissension-ridden Bruins dealt away truculent winger…
50 Years Ago in Hockey: Rangers Fire Red Sullivan
The New York Rangers have dismissed coach Red Sullivan. New York general manager Emile Francis made the announcement that Sullivan had been relieved of his duties yesterday. Francis named himself…
50 Years Ago in Hockey: Campbell – Francis Caused Riot
National Hockey League president Clarence Campbell is upset with several players on the New York Rangers and especially general manager Emile Francis. Campbell says that Francis was solely responsible for…
50 Years Ago in Hockey: Near-Riot in New York
A scene like never before unfolded in last night’s wild National Hockey League game between the New York Rangers and Detroit Red Wings at Madison Square Garden in New York.…
50 Years Ago in Hockey: 1965-66 Preview – New York Rangers
The New York Rangers have a new general manager, but many of the same old problems. What they do have is hope, hope instilled by the acquisition of young…