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10-25-2009 - Rangers organizational depth analysis, Fall 2009
The Rangers organization is very strong at left wing, center and defense.
10-03-2009 - Hartford Wolf Pack 2009-10 preview
Twenty one of the 23 Wolf Pack roster players to start the season are NY Rangers prospects.
09-01-2009 - Rangers Top 20 prospects, Fall 2009
Nine new prospects join the Rangers Top 20 list.
07-18-2009 - Q&A with Evgeny Grachev
Nineteen-year-old Evgeny Grachev skated in last week's New York Rangers development camp.
07-11-2009 - Rangers 2009 draft review
The Rangers selected seven players in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft.
07-04-2009 - Rangers 2009 development camp review
The Rangers invited 26 players to Madison Square Garden Training Center last week to participate in the team's 2009 Development Camp.
06-18-2009 - Rangers 2009 draft preview
The Rangers are expected to select a forward with the 19th overall pick in the 2009 draft.
06-10-2009 - Rangers 2004 draft evaluation
The Rangers drafted 13 players in the 2004 NHL Entry Draft.
04-19-2009 - Rangers CHL prospects 2008-09 review
The Rangers had seven prospects play in the CHL this past season. Three of the seven are still involved in the race for the Memorial Cup.
03-23-2009 - Rangers Top 20 prospects, Spring 2009
For the first time, Russian-born center Artem Anisimov is the Rangers top prospect.
02-20-2009 - Rangers 2008-09 NCAA/CIS prospects update
Six of the Rangers recent draft picks are currently playing collegiate hockey.
02-02-2009 - Q&A with Derek Stepan
Stepan has made his presence known in the Madison, leading all freshmen in scoring with 5 goals and 15 assists for 20 points in 26 games.
01-11-2009 - Rangers 2008-09 ECHL prospects update
The Rangers currently have three prospects playing in the ECHL.
12-07-2008 - Rangers 2008-09 CHL prospects update
The Rangers currently have seven prospects who are members of CHL teams.
11-21-2008 - Rangers 2008 system audit
The Rangers now have seven drafted players on their NHL roster, leaving their prospect pool a bit depleted.
10-08-2008 - Hartford Wolf Pack 2008-09 season preview
Strong up front and in net, Hartford is playoff-bound again this season.
09-19-2008 - Rangers 2008 training camp update
The Blueshirts got going early due to their trip to Europe to open the season.
09-09-2008 - Rangers Top 20 Prospects, Fall 2008
The Fall 2008 Rangers' Top 20 includes five players not previously ranked, including four 2008 NHL Entry Draft selections.
06-25-2008 - Rangers 2008 draft review
The Rangers selected four forwards and three defensemen in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft.
06-17-2008 - Rangers 2008 draft preview
The Rangers are in need of a big defenseman to add to their stable of prospects.
06-15-2008 - Rangers 2003 draft evaluation
The Rangers selected 10 players in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft, but only one has played in the NHL on a regular basis.
05-21-2008 - Rangers 2007-08 junior prospects season review
The Rangers had six prospects playing in the CHL and one in the USHL during the 2007-08 season.
04-06-2008 - Rangers Top 20 prospects, Spring 2008
The Rangers Top 20 ranking contains 15 forwards, four defensemen, and one netminder.
02-07-2008 - Rangers AHL/ECHL prospects update
The Rangers have 18 prospects playing in the AHL or ECHL this season.
12-19-2007 - Rangers fall 2007 junior prospects update
The Rangers currently have six prospects in the CHL and USHL.
10-06-2007 - Hartford Wolf Pack 2007-08 season preview
The Rangers have 15 NHL prospects that will be on the AHL Hartford Wolf Pack roster on opening night.
09-18-2007 - Rangers Top 20 prospects, Fall 2007
Two new players are added to the Rangers Top 20 prospects ranking.
09-18-2007 - Rangers 2007 training camp update
Fifty-one players attended the Rangers training camp this week.
07-15-2007 - Rangers 2007 draft review
The Rangers selected six players in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.
07-01-2007 - Rangers 2007 Development Camp review
Twenty-five prospects took part in the Rangers Development Camp last week.
06-19-2007 - Rangers 2007 draft preview
The Rangers have chosen defensemen with their first selection in the last two NHL drafts. This year, the expectation is that the team will select a forward.
06-11-2007 - Rangers 2002 draft evaluation
The Rangers selected nine players in the 2002 NHL entry draft.
05-28-2007 - Rangers AHL prospects season review
The Rangers had 15 prospects who played most of the 2006-07 season for the Hartford Wolf Pack.
05-24-2007 - Rangers CHL prospects season review
The Rangers had 15 prospects playing in the CHL during the 2006-07 season, including nine forwards and six defensemen.
05-24-2007 - Q&A with Michael Sauer
Sauer talks about the Memorial Cup, playing with Kris Russell and his future.
04-07-2007 - Rangers Top 20 prospects
The Rangers Top 20 prospects list has been revised significantly, including a change at the top.
02-03-2007 - Rangers NCAA prospects update
The New York Rangers currently have six prospects playing in the NCAA, five of whom are forwards.
01-21-2007 - Marc-André Cliche - Canada's unsung hero in Sweden
Marc-André Cliche was part of the first PK unit for Canada at the 2007 World Juniors, a unit that helped the team to victory.
01-16-2007 - Rangers AHL prospects update
The New York Rangers currently have 14 players on the roster of the AHL Hartford Wolf Pack, including eight forwards, four defensemen, and two goaltenders. Of the 12, five are in their first year of professional hockey in North America.
01-09-2007 - Rangers 2007 WJC review
The New York Rangers had six prospects playing at the 2007 U20 World Junior Championships in Leksand and Mora, Sweden from Dec. 26 through Jan. 5.
12-19-2006 - Rangers ECHL prospects update
The New York Rangers currently have four prospects playing for the Charlotte Checkers, the team’s ECHL affiliate, forwards Zdenek Bahensky, Lee Falardeau, and Bruce Graham, as well as goaltender Chris Holt.
12-05-2006 - Rangers junior prospects update
The New York Rangers have 13 prospects currently playing in the Canadian Hockey League (CHL), including two in the QMJHL, six in the OHL, and five in the WHL.
10-07-2006 - Hartford Wolf Pack 2006-07 season preview
After placing second in the Atlantic Division last year, the Hartford Wolf Pack are looking to improve upon their 48-24-2-6 season.
10-05-2006 - Rangers training camp prospects review
Despite the Blueshirts’ commitment to rebuilding, there will only be two prospects on the opening roster.
09-18-2006 - 2006 Traverse City Prospects Tournament — Rangers recap
The New York Rangers were first-time participants in the Traverse City, Michigan Prospects Development Tournament last week, and the team management, all of whom were present, took great advantage of the opportunity to evaluate their rookies.
09-14-2006 - Rangers training camp preview
In all, the Rangers have 30 prospects on the main training camp roster, including two goaltenders, nine defensemen, and 19 forwards.
09-03-2006 - Rangers Top 20 prospects
With the graduation of Henrik Lundqvist and Petr Prucha to the NHL level, as well as some solid selections in June’s 2006 NHL Entry Draft, there is quite a bit of change in the pre-season Top 20 prospects list.
07-14-2006 - Rangers 2006 draft review
The New York Rangers chose a defenseman in the No. 21 spot, but six forwards after that.
06-21-2006 - Rangers 2006 draft preview
The New York Rangers hold the No. 21 spot in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.
06-04-2006 - Rangers AHL/ECHL prospects season review
Twenty-two New York Rangers prospects played with either the AHL Hartford Wolf Pack or the ECHL Charlotte Checkers at some time during the 2005-06 season.
05-12-2006 - Rangers 2005-06 rookie review
Thirteen rookies played at least one game with the Rangers during the season, and two of the team’s top prospects, Henrik Lundqvist and Petr Prucha, played an important role in the team’s fine results in 2005-06.
04-19-2006 - Rangers CHL prospects season review
Fifteen of the New York Rangers’ prospects played for CHL teams in the 2005-06 season.
04-06-2006 - Frozen Four: Q&A with Greg Moore
Maine Black Bears team captain Greg Moore (NYR) has been a leader in every sense of the word this season.
03-21-2006 - First year pro: Nigel Dawes
New York Rangers prospect Nigel Dawes is the kind of player every team wants to have on their roster – a talented, hard-nosed forward who does all the little things right.
03-19-2006 - Rangers prospects news & notes
Notes on a very busy month for New York Rangers prospects.
03-15-2006 - Dupont meets goal of 30
Brodie Dupont scored his 29th and 30th goals of the season recently, meeting what he wrote down for himself at the start.
02-23-2006 - Rangers OHL All-Stars
Earlier this month, three of the New York Rangers Top 20 prospects participated in the Ontario Hockey League All-Star Classic in Belleville, Ontario.
02-20-2006 - Rangers Top 20 prospects
Henrik Lundqvist tops the Top 20 list of the New York Rangers.
01-16-2006 - Rangers NCAA prospects update
An update on each of the 10 New York Rangers NCAA prospect's play during the 2005-06 season.
01-09-2006 - Rangers 2006 WJC review
Four New York Rangers prospects took part in the recently concluded 2006 U20 World Junior Championships.
12-14-2005 - Rangers AHL prospects update
The New York Rangers currently have 13 prospects on the roster of their AHL affiliate, the Hartford Wolf Pack.
12-11-2005 - Rangers ECHL prospects update
Seven New York Rangers prospects have played for Charlotte Checkers of the ECHL this season.
12-04-2005 - Q&A with Hugh Jessiman
Sent down to the ECHL Charlotte Checkers on Nov. 4, the 21-year-old former first round pick (12th overall, 2003) has 9 points in 11 games with the Checkers.
11-06-2005 - Rangers CHL prospects update
The New York Rangers currently have 14 prospects playing in the Canadian Hockey League, nine forwards, five defensemen and no goaltenders.
10-06-2005 - Hartford Wolf Pack season preview
After being eliminated in the Atlantic Division semi-finals of the Calder Cup playoffs last year, the Rangers’ AHL affiliate is entering the 2005-06 season with a lot of new personnel.
09-29-2005 - Rangers prospects facing cuts
Eight prospects remained on the New York Rangers' roster prior to tonight's preseason game with the Islanders.
09-18-2005 - Rangers further trim the roster
The New York Rangers announced the players they were either sending to the Hartford training camp or back to their junior clubs.
09-17-2005 - Rangers training camp progress report
Cuts from New York Rangers camp and prospect performances at Friday's scrimmages.
09-15-2005 - Rangers Top 20 prospects
Defenseman Marc Staal, a 2005 pick, debuts at No. 4 on the New York Rangers prospect list.
09-13-2005 - Rangers training camp opens
A look at the prospects in NY Rangers camp that could compete for a roster spot.
08-29-2005 - Rangers 2005 draft review
The New York Rangers made nine selections in the 2005 entry draft, beginning with defenseman Mark Staal.
07-25-2005 - Rangers 2005 draft preview
The New York Rangers hold the No. 16 overall selection in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.
06-17-2005 - Rangers 2000 draft evaluation
Three of the Rangers’ nine selections are still prospects and two of those prospects remain with the organization, including Henrik Lundqvist.
05-08-2005 - Rangers NCAA prospects season review
A look back at the season of the 14 New York Rangers prospects who played in the NCAA this season.
04-21-2005 - Rangers Top 20 prospects
Defenseman Fedor Tyutin remains atop the Rangers Top 20 list.
04-03-2005 - Q&A with David Liffiton
Rookie defenseman David Liffiton, who played most of the season with the AHL Hartford Wolfpack, is back with the ECHL Charlotte Checkers for the stretch run.
03-01-2005 - Dawes looks to finish strong with the Ice
New York Rangers prospect Nigel Dawes leads the Kootenay Ice in scoring for the third consecutive year.
02-01-2005 - Q&A with Ivan Baranka
New York Rangers prospect defenseman Ivan Baranka in his second season with the Everett Silvertips of the WHL.
01-19-2005 - Injured Graham hopes to be back in 5-6 weeks
Bruce Graham was having his best career major junior season this season when he went down with a broken bone in his foot in early January.
12-28-2004 - Rangers CHL prospects update
Nigel Dawes is one of 12 New York Rangers prospects playing in the CHL in the 2004-05 season.
11-20-2004 - Q&A with Lee Falardeau
Having moved to wing, Rangers forward prospect Lee Falardeau is off to a hot start with the ECHL Charlotte Checkers.
10-23-2004 - Checkers implement new Rangers system with success
The New York Rangers ECHL affiliate, the Charlotte Checkers, are using the organization's system this season. Coach Wilkinson talks about it and the prospects sent to his team.
10-12-2004 - Lundqvist tops the Swedish Elite League
New York Rangers prospect Henrik Lundqvist is turning heads in the SEL with his exceptional play in net for Frölunda.
10-02-2004 - Hartford Wolfpack season preview
Outlook for the Hartford Wolfpack, AHL affiliate of the New York Rangers.
09-27-2004 - Rangers Top 20 prospects
Fedor Tjutin remains on top of the list while 2004 drafted Al Montoya is the highest ranked newcomer to the list at No. 2.
08-17-2004 - Q&A with Dwight Helminen
Hockey's Future caught up with Helminen while attending the New York Rangers 2004 Developmental Camp, held at the Olympic Oval in Calgary, Alberta.
08-03-2004 - Rangers offseason prospects update
Offseason prospects news of the New York Rangers, including the roster for the development camp going on now in Calgary.
07-25-2004 - Rangers 2004 draft review
The New York Rangers selected 13 players in the 2004 Entry Draft, headlined by Al Montoya.
06-19-2004 - Rangers 2004 draft preview
The New York Rangers hold the No. 6 overall pick in the 2004 Entry Draft.
05-20-2004 - Wilkes-Barre and Hartford square off in AHL playoffs
The game plan and relative strengths of the two teams as they head for Game 2.
05-12-2004 - Tyutin breaks through into the club of the millionaires
Interview with 20-year-old defenseman Fedor Tyutin, rookie with the New York Rangers.
04-22-2004 - Rangers prospects final stats 2003-04
Final regular season statistics for Rangers prospects at all levels.
04-09-2004 - Lee Falardeau two years later
A look at the Rangers controversial 2002 draft pick Lee Falardeau two years after he was drafted.
03-31-2004 - Balej on Broadway
A look at how 22-year-old Slovakian winger Jozef Balej has done with the Rangers since being acquired from Montreal.
02-06-2004 - Q&A with Rory Rawlyk
Defenseman Rory Rawlyk is having a solid rookie season with the ECHL Charlotte Checkers.
10-07-2003 - Rangers: No rookies to start the season
With the 2003-04 campaign almost underway, the New York Rangers won't have a single prospect in their starting lineup.
09-12-2003 - Rangers: spotlight on Jake Taylor
An in-depth look at Rangers defensive prospect Jake Taylor.
09-10-2003 - Rangers: the passing of the torch in net
As Mike Richter retires, a look at the future in the Rangers net.
09-06-2003 - Rangers: 2003 draft review
A review of the selections and happenings that took place at the 2003 NHL Entry Draft in Nashville, Tennessee.
07-12-2003 - Rangers: Update on 1998-2000 draft picks
A 'where are they now' look back on the 1998, 1999 and 2000 drafts by the New York Rangers.
06-14-2003 - Rangers Prospect Update: Dominic Moore
The high-scoring Thornhill, Ontario native is looking like a very intriguing draft pick for the New York Rangers.
05-15-2003 - NY Rangers at the World Championships
Four Rangers players and prospects competed in the World Championships. Article includes a report on how they did, as well as how some former Rangers performed.
04-08-2003 - A Summary of 2002-03 Rangers
The 2002-03 came to a close much like the 2001-02 and those before, atleast in recent memory. So much positive ends again with so much...nothing.
03-12-2003 - The Big Trade Day...Faces Change again at MSG
The day everyone was waiting for... the day that jammed up the bandwidth over the internet came and went and as expected Glen Sather put his cards on the table and made some moves... some major... some minor.
03-04-2003 - Young guns in the system
The New York Rangers have released a list of how their prospects are doing. A quick glimpse at this list is given below.
02-27-2003 - A Season of Change
The 2002-03 season started with such promise, many sports writers had the Rangers listed as an outside shot at the conference title while others had them at least making the playoffs. Names like Lundmark, Blackburn and playoff experience dotted the headlines.
01-21-2003 - Rangers News and Notes
As the season churns much like the seasons past did... at least with the rash of injuries a few new faces have had the chance to lace em up. Among them Rico Fata has earned a regular shift with varying amounts of ice time.
12-14-2002 - Rangers Rumble: Busy Week
Plenty of news to report on for this past week, including the acquistion of goaltender Mike Dunham and the departure of two young prospects, Tomas Kloucek and Marek Zidlicky. Also included in this article is updated statistics for the majority of the prospects in the organization.
12-13-2002 - Rangers ship two prospects for a netminder
In response to a rash of injuries including a season ending headache to Mike Richter, Sather pulled the trigger costing the Rangers some highly regarded prospects.
11-25-2002 - Pack Tracks
Welcome to the first issue of PACK TRACKS, formally the Hartford Wolf Pack Weekly Report. This is for the week of November 18, 2002 through November 25, 2002. See how the Wolf Pack have played in four games this past week and are going to face-off in three games this coming week.
11-24-2002 - Rangers Rumble: Back for More
Included in this article are updates on Dan Blackburn and Bryce Lampman and updated statistics for the majority of the organization's prospects have also been provided.
11-13-2002 - Sophomore Slump? What Sophomore Slump?
Sophomore goaltender Dan Blackburn's play thus far during the 2002-03 season.
11-13-2002 - Rangers Rumble: Prospect Report
Included in this article is updates on Jamie Lundmark, Ryan Hollweg, Fedor Tjutin and Garth Murray, as well as current statistics for the majority of the prospects.
11-06-2002 - Jamie Lundmark: Welcome To Prospect Hell
The clock winds down on Jamie Lundmark, the Rangers top prospect. Not winding down on when he will break, bust, or be traded, but when he will be ruined by what is considered to be “prospect hell”: The Rangers.
10-30-2002 - Hartford Wolf Pack Report
The Wolf Pack had three games in three nights at the end of the week. The Wolf Pack scored 16 goals and allowed 15 goals in the three games. In the upcoming week the Wolf Pack have one home game before hitting the road over the weekend...
10-29-2002 - A Look back at the 1991 draft
As we all look forward to the coming contests in this 2002-03 season I started to glance at an old Rangers Media Guide and draft results for the Rangers for years past. In this article I take a look at the year 1991.
10-21-2002 - Wolf Pack Week in Review
The Wolf Pack took on instate rivals the Bridgeport Sound Tigers and looked to continue their winning ways. The two teams were both held scoreless in the first period. In the second period the Sound Tigers lit the lamp for the only...
10-15-2002 - Hartford Wolf Pack Weekly Report
The Hartford Wolf Pack opened up the 2002-2003 season on the road against the Springfield Falcons. After the two teams skated to a scoreless first period the Falcons scored only 33 seconds...
10-11-2002 - Hartford Wolf Pack Season Preview
The Hartford Wolf Pack are looking to improve on last seasons success, when they pushed in-state rivals Bridgeport Sound Tigers to the last weekend of the season to see who would win the AHL Regular Season Championship. The Wolf Pack...
10-08-2002 - Rangers roster set for now
With the puck to be dropped to open the 2002-03 greatly anticipated season for the Rangers the final cuts were made and fans of Jamie Lundmark rejoice.
09-26-2002 - Rangers News and Notes...
Rangers Editor Evan Andriopoulos offers updates on the Rangers news and notes of the pre-season.
09-18-2002 - Rangers Head to New York and the Pack Head to Connecticut
It is the time when the Rangers shave down their roster for the 1st time in the fresh 2002-03 season and among the moves there were some interesting ones.
09-18-2002 - The Enigmatic David Inman
It seemed as if the Rangers might have found their diamond in the rough during the 1999 entry draft when they selected Notre Dame center David Inman.
09-14-2002 - Rangers training camp underway
Ladies and Gentleman, it's that time again. The time when all thirty teams start off with a new slate. The time when all the fans believe their teams will win the Stanley Cup. Aaaaah. There's nothing like Hockey, nothing at all...
09-13-2002 - Rangers Training Camp Roster
Finally has the much anticipated 2002-03 New York Rangers training camp opened. Among those on the roster are some that just may turn a few heads.
09-05-2002 - Can these prospects finally make it?
Jon Philpot, a new writer for the New York Rangers, provides a preview of training camp for five of the Rangers' top prospects. Included in this article is information on Jamie Lundmark, Garth Murray, Fedor Tjutin, Rico Fata and Mike Mottau...
08-29-2002 - Rangers' Updated Top 20
Brandon LeBourveau, Edge and Evan put in a lot of hard work to produce a new Top 20 Rankings of all the prospects in the New York Rangers' organization. Included in this article is the new rankings, as well as some brief info on each player, provided by Edge. Check it out to see which players climbed and which players dropped.
08-15-2002 - Rangers Prospects Make List, Other News and Notes
The annual listing of the top 100 NHL drafted players is out and there are some Rangers on that list.
08-13-2002 - Prospect Holmqvist Back in Fold
Rangers Swedish AHL sensation Johan Holmqvist is back in fold as he signs a new deal with the Rangers.
08-08-2002 - Rangers Sign AHLer Bouchard
Well the Rangers merry-go round of defenseman continues to move around as Glen Sather reaches out and touches Joel Bouchard...
07-31-2002 - Rangers sign Richard Lintner
The Rangers announced the signing of 24 year old Slovak defender Richard Lintner who last played with MoDo of the Swedish Elite League in 2001-02.
07-29-2002 - Rangers Development Camp Roster
The 2002 ice has been laid and the Rangers kicked off their 2002 development camp with an exciting roster.
07-23-2002 - What Next? Summer 2002-NYR
The summer of 2002 started with a bang, well that means ofcourse the summer of 2002 that started the 1st of July!
06-30-2002 - Rangers 2002 Draft Review
Editor Brandon LeBourveau analyzes and discusses the nine selections made by the New York Rangers in last weekend's 2002 NHL Entry Draft. What players did they take? Are these players any good? Did they find any late round steals? Keep reading for all the answers..
06-26-2002 - Summer 2002- What to Expect
As the clock continues to tick toward the free agent frenzy that will take place starting in the seconds after the clock strikes leading to the 1st of July the question is... what to expect?
06-24-2002 - Rangers 2002 Draft review
With the 2002 Entry Draft now over and the flurry of deals expected now just really beginning, the start to the summer of 2002 player rush kicks off with the 2002 NHL Entry Draft.
06-22-2002 - Rangers draft recap, Day 1
Brandon LeBourveau gives you his take on the outcome of the first day of the 2002 NHL Entry Draft, as well as what went down for the New York Rangers. This article includes a review and analysis of what youngsters became a part of the Rangers organization, as well as a preview of rounds 4-9, which take place tomorrow, and a couple of players who the Rangers should seriously take a look at if they're available. Keep reading for more..
06-19-2002 - A Look Back at the Rangers Top Entry Draft Picks
Well as the NHL Entry Draft Version 2002 fast approaches many are wondering what GM.Sather and Coach Trottier will do with the Rangers 2nd and 3rd Round Picks, but here I give you a look back at the Rangers top picks since the inception of the NHL Entry Draft and even my thoughts on some of the players that many readers have never heard of before!
05-10-2002 - Blackburn's a hit on Broadway
When Dan Blackburn made the New York Rangers as a backup goaltender this past October, a collective gasp was heard throughout the Kootenays. Surprise, shock, wonderment, all were the emotions felt by Kootenay ICE fans who wondered aloud about trying to replace the young Canmore, Alberta native between the pipes for the upcoming season. A season that had Kootenay pegged for a return to a Memorial Cup that had been denied only two years prior.
04-03-2002 - Rangers prospects in playoffs
Here's a run-down of what Rangers' prospects are currently involved in their leagues' playoffs and how they have fared so far.
03-20-2002 - Introducing the future of the Rangers Defense
Introducing the future of the New York Rangers defense Tom Poti... and a special thanks to Mike York who climbed from our prospects list to a NHL All Star.
03-11-2002 - What`s available in the system
As another Rangers ho-hum season moves to a close much like those in the past 4 years one has to ask what is available in the system?
02-26-2002 - From Potential Phenom to Potential Bust - The Story of Rico Fata
A detailed, in-depth look at the young career of Rico Fata, a former 1st round draft choice of the Calgary Flames, brought to you by Rangers' Editor Brandon LeBourveau. Labeled as a potential phenom and future NHL star when he broke into the OHL as a 15 year old with the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, Fata's career has taken a turn in the other direction. Now playing in the AHL for the third consecutive year, many have begun to doubt Fata's chances of making it as a regular in the NHL....
01-26-2002 - Garth Murray up close
Rangers Editor Brandon LeBourveau takes a look at prospect Garth Murray, a third round draft pick this past summer. Murray's stellar season with the Regina Pats of the WHL and solid play at the World Juniors for team Canada has been the main reason for an increase in the hype around him. A potential two-way power forward, Murray could be a fan favorite on Broadway very soon.
01-23-2002 - New Rankings for Rangers Prospects
Brought to you by the staff members at the Rangers' section here at Hockey's Future comes a new set of rankings for the top 20 prospects currently in New York's organization. Check it out!
01-21-2002 - Following in his Brothers' Footsteps
Rangers Editor Brandon LeBourveau provides a detailed, in-depth look at center Dominic Moore, the Rangers' third round selection (95th overall) of the 2000 Entry Draft. Dominic, a junior at Harvard, is following in the footsteps of his two older brothers, Mark and Steve, who have been drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Colorado Avalanche, respectively.
01-12-2002 - In the Spotlight: Filip Novak
spotlight on 19 year old defenseman Filip Novak, a 2nd round draft pick of the New York Rangers in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft.
01-08-2002 - David Inman examined
Rangers' Writer Edge checks in with a report on David Inman, as well has his thoughts on Jamie Lundmark, Eric Lindros and the entire team as a whole.
01-01-2002 - Rangers Prospects Impressive at 2002 WJC
With all 7 Rangers' prospects in action today, the Rangers' management have to be satisfied with the play of their youngsters. Keep reading for some information on how each of them fared in the Quarter Finals, brought to you by Rangers Editor Brandon LeBourveau.
12-29-2001 - A Look Around the Farm Heading into the New Year
Rangers Writer Edge takes a look at some of the young prospects in the organization as the New Year approaches.
12-27-2001 - Rangers Prospects at 2002 WJC
Rangers Editor Brandon LeBourveau takes a look at the prospects in the organization who are currently playing at the 2002 World Junior Championships in the Czech Republic.
12-12-2001 - HF Interviews Ryan Hollweg
interview Medicine Hat Tigers' forward Ryan Hollweg a few days after being selected to the USA WJC team. Keep reading to see his thoughts on the upcoming tournament as well as some interesting things you may not have known about.
12-09-2001 - Updated Stats for NYR Prospects
Here are the current statistics for 43 New York Rangers' prospects currently playing around the world, either in Europe, College, the NHL, OHL, WHL, or QMJHL, as of December 9th, 2001.
12-06-2001 - Lampman and Hollweg will play in WJCs
Two recent draft picks of the New York Rangers, Bryce Lampman and Ryan Hollweg, made the final roster for the USA Junior team that will compete in the upcoming World Junior Championships. This year's tournament takes place in the Czech Republic during late December and early January.
11-06-2001 - Hockey's Future talks with Bryan Berard
While technically not a rookie or a prospect anymore, Bryan Berard typifies a player that overcomes adversity to earn his spot on the team, much like a young player does. AHL Report's Feldman was able to get some questions answered from the Rangers newest defenseman......
11-06-2001 - A Look at The Rangers Youth At the NHL Level and More....
As another season runs on by and the Rangers struggling to pass a .500 record to an extent can the same be said as the years in the past..."Where are the kids"? Rangers Editor Evan Andriopoulos takes a look at this question using his "call it the way I see it" method.
11-04-2001 - Rangers news and notes
some news on a couple of Rangers' prospects.
10-25-2001 - Rangers News and Notes: Anders Myrvold
This edition of Editor Evan Andriopoulos` news and notes features Norwegian born defender Anders Myrvold and his prospects for the future.
10-19-2001 - They Actually Do Know How To Groom A Youngster
Rangers' Writer Phillip Grote takes a look at the early success of 18 year old goaltender Dan Blackburn. Keep reading for an interesting article!
10-04-2001 - Hartford Wolf Pack Pre-season Wrap-up
The AHL will begin the 2001-02 season tonight; this is the final preseason wrap up for the Hartford Wolf Pack. All the transactions for....
10-03-2001 - Rangers Claim Rico Fata, Sign Dan Blackburn
the latest moves by the New York Rangers. On Tuesday the club announced the signing of 2001 1st Round pick Dan Blackburn, and today they claimed 21 year old forward Rico Fata off waivers from the Calgary Flames.
09-28-2001 - Rangers Move to Meet Roster Limit
The 2001-02 addition of the New York Rangers is appearing to take shape with several roster moves made on Thursday.
09-28-2001 - Rangers 2001-02 Outlook
What went on during the off-season for the New York Rangers? What are some keys to having a successful season? Who are some of the top prospects in the organization? Keep reading to find out!
09-27-2001 - Dan Blackburn sparkles
Dan Blackburn sparkles against the Islanders, Dale Purinton suspended 4 pre-season games, News on the Waiver Draft and much more in this article.
09-25-2001 - Hartford Wolf Pack Report
AHL Report writer Feldman checks in with the latest installment of the Hartford Wolf Pack Report......
09-22-2001 - NYR Camp Notes - Blackburn Turning Heads
Drafted in the 1st Round (10th Overall) by the New York Rangers this past June, 18 year old goaltender Dan Blackburn has played excellent so far in training camp. In 3 pre-season games, Blackburn has a 2-0-1 record and is going for another win tonight against the New York Islanders.
09-19-2001 - Rangers Training Camp News and Notes
Rangers Editor Brandon LeBourveau is back with an update on training camp for the New York Rangers. Who has been sent back to juniors already? Who has looked good in camp? Most questions could be answered by reading this article, so make sure you check it out now!
09-04-2001 - Anders Myrvold signs try out contract
Is it possible? Is Espen Knutsen leaving the Blue Jackets for the Rangers? Has Tore Vikingstad been dealt to the Rangers for two donuts and a cup of dunkin donuts coffee?
08-21-2001 - Lindros and prospects
While the entire NHL world is currently revolving around New York and the Rangers organization for the acquisition of Eric Lindros for several players including highly touted Pavel Brendl this author takes another look at the deal and the effects on "the system".
08-20-2001 - Rangers send prospects to Flyers for Lindros
Rangers' Editor Brandon LeBourveau gives his take on the team's recent blockbuster trade with the Philadelphia Flyers, in which the Rangers dealt youngsters Pavel Brendl, Jan Hlavac, and Kim Johnsson for all-star center Eric Lindros.
08-15-2001 - Could Blackburn make the Rangers?
When Dan Blackburn’s name was called by New York Rangers G.M. Glen Sather, last June you couldn’t help to feel anything but pride and joy for the eighteen year old goaltending phenom who in......
08-08-2001 - A "Goal"den Group of Prospects
Rangers' Editor Brandon LeBourveau is back with the 3rd and final part of this 3 part series. In this article he will analyze the goaltending prospects for the New York Rangers. Looking to find some info on a goaltending prospect for the Rangers that you don't know much about? Keep reading to improve your knowledge!
08-05-2001 - Looking Forward to the Future
Rangers' Editor Brandon LeBourveau is back this week with the 2nd part of this 3 part series. In this article, he will analyze the forward prospects for the New York Rangers. What's the scoop on Pavel Brendl and Jamie Lundmark? How about Dominic Moore or Garth Murray? All questions could be answered in this article, so keep reading for your enjoyment!
08-02-2001 - Time for Brendl and Lundmark to make an impact
The Rangers do not have Jaromir Jagr or Joe Sakic. But they do have Pavel Brendl and Jamie Lundmark. And if they are to be successful these two must make a impact.
07-28-2001 - Questions from readers
The past four seasons have all started with the same glimmer of hope, an improved roster and the long awaited end to the Rangers playoff layoff. This year however there is no big name signing, no huge blockbuster trade, and importantly no lofty expectations. There is however something that is at least partially refreshing, the first legitimate chance to phase in some prospects without the fear that they were being rushed.
07-26-2001 - The Broadway Blue Line
In the first part of this three part series, Rangers' Editor Brandon LeBourveau takes a closer look at the defensive prospects in the organization. Looking for some info on Mike Mottau or Filip Novak? How about Peter Smrek or Fedor Tyutin? Keep reading to find out all the information you'll need to know about the future blue liners for the New York Rangers!
07-16-2001 - Rangers Agree to Terms With Fedor Tyutin
The New York Rangers have announced today that the team has agreed to terms with their 2nd round pick from this past draft in Russian defenseman Fedor Tyutin.
07-12-2001 - Deadline to Sign Euro Draftees is Approaching
The deadline for the New York Rangers and the rest of the NHL clubs to sign their drafted Europeans is approaching quick. Who will be signed? Where will they play? Read this article to find out about the Rangers' European prospects and whether they will be signed and brought over to North America this year, or whether they will spend another season across the ocean.
07-05-2001 - Brand New Rankings for NYR Prospects
All three Rangers' staff members took the time to re-do the rankings for the Top 30 prospects in the New York Rangers' organization. Want to find out where your favorite prospect is ranked? What about the prospects the Rangers drafted in the 2001 Draft? How do they compare to the prospects we already have? Keep reading for a great and interesting article!
06-30-2001 - Ekman and Freadrich acquired in trades
Glen Sather has made some more changes to the roster of the New York Rangers, as he has continued his plan to rebuild the team.
06-27-2001 - Rangers Draft Review
The 2001 NHL Entry Draft ended as I expected... It left me and the Rangers organization with that empty feeling. G.M. Sather is transforming the Rangers into a team with even more needs.
06-25-2001 - Rangers Deal Dessner for Pick
Well to Rangers fans with crossed fingers waiting for Jeff Dessner and his big shot to take ice at MSG it may happen but likely in the colors of the Atlanta Thrashers and Glen Sather continued to gutt the Rangers organization.
06-24-2001 - Rangers Deal Adam Graves for Two Prospects
New York Rangers General Manager Glen Sather announced today that the club has traded fan-favorite Adam Graves to the San Jose Sharks in return for two minor league prospects. Keep reading this article to learn more on why the Rangers dealt one of the true "good" guys in the NHL.
06-24-2001 - Rangers 2001 Draft Review - Day Two
Here is the draft review for the Rangers selections in Rounds 4-9. Enjoy the article!
06-23-2001 - Rangers 2001 Draft Review - Day One
Alook at the Rangers selections in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd rounds of the 2001 NHL Entry Draft.
06-23-2001 - Rangers Make 2 Draft Day Trades
Rangers Editor Brandon LeBourveau analyzes the two draft day trades made by the New York Rangers, which involved the Minnesota Wild and the Calgary Flames. Keep reading to learn more about these moves!
06-13-2001 - Will You See Brendl or Lundmark in the Igloo?
Neither Pavel Brendl or Jamie Lundmark have ever played in a regular season NHL game. Yet that might not matter...
06-13-2001 - 2001 Rangers Draft Preview
A look at a couple of players that could be drafted by the Rangers in the upcoming 2001 Entry Draft.
06-12-2001 - Matt Kinch and Layne Ulmer to be signed?
There are rumors around that suggest the New York Rangers are close to signing Defenseman Matt Kinch and forward Layne Ulmer...
06-11-2001 - Rangers sign Barrett Heisten!
Rangers GM Glen Sather has announced that the Rangers have signed left wing Barrett Heisten, who is a former 1st round pick of the Buffalo Sabres. Check this article out!
06-02-2001 - Kyle Wanvig and Barrett Heisten: Future Rangers?
Is it possible that prospects Barrett Heisten and Kyle Wanvig could become Rangers' property in the not too distant future? You bet it is! Both players were unable to come to terms with their respective teams before Friday's 5:00 PM deadline for 1999 draftees to be signed who were drafted out of major junior (OHL, WHL or QMJHL). Check this article out now!
05-20-2001 - Rangers Update: Tracking the Past
Rangers Editor Brandon LeBourveau recaps the last 5 drafts for the New York Rangers, dating back to 1996! Want to know where certain players are now? How about how many Rangers draftees in the last 5 years have actually made it to the NHL? All your questions could be answered here! Check it out now and Enjoy!
05-10-2001 - Rangers at the World Championships Update
While the season for the Rangers & The Wolf Pack has ended there are a several Rangers NHLers and prospects as well as friends still playing hockey...this sort,the international flavor.
04-03-2001 - Bad Year Gets Worse as Kloucek suffers torn ACL and MCL
The Rangers were having a bad year as it was. The last thing they needed was for one of their very few bright spots to be shut down for a long while...
03-31-2001 - Rangers top 10 prospects reranked
With the 2001 season coming to a close the Rangers again find themselves on the outside looking in on the playoffs. While this year was no different statistically from the previous 3, it was a major step forward in the development of several prospects and young NHLers.
03-19-2001 - Prospect Ilja Gorokhov
Quietly he has impressed all perhaps in the shadows of other higher more well known ranked prospects like Mottau and Aufiero...but this kid looks like he can become a steady contributor his name... Ilja Gorokhov.
03-14-2001 - The Rangers update
With expectations running high that the future of New York will become the future somewhere else... all remained quiet... but don`t believe for a second that Pavel Brendl, Jan Hlavac and Tomas Kloucek are safe...
03-10-2001 - Rangers Weekly Update
Brandon LeBourveau is back again this week with a new stats update on all the Rangers prospects over the last week and a new question for Rangers fans. Enjoy the update and feel free to post your comments!
03-09-2001 - Rangers Update: 3 Rookies Sent Back to Hartford
General Manager Glen Sather announced today that the Rangers have re-assigned rookies Jeff Ulmer, Mike Mottau and Vitali Yeremeyev to the Hartford Wolf Pack of the American Hockey League.
03-09-2001 - Rangers acquire young grit
Moves, moves and more moves... it appears Glen Sather and co..and looking toward stocking the AHL Rangers at Hartford for possible some big moves in the very near future.
03-07-2001 - Rangers Make Some More Moves
With rookie goaltender Vitali Yeremeyev proving he is not ready yet for the NHL, the Rangers claimed veteran goaltender Guy Hebert off waivers today from the Anaheim Mighty Ducks. Yeremeyev has been inconsistent in just about every game he has played with the Rangers this season.
03-05-2001 - Rangers Acquire Peter Smrek
Today the New York Rangers acquired 22 year old defenseman Peter Smrek from the St. Louis Blues in return for 36 year old defenseman Alexei Gusarov. It's about time that Rangers' General Manager Glen Sather realized our playoff hopes are over and he needs start dealing away the veterans for some younger players to help us in the future.
03-02-2001 - The Bottom Line
As the 2001 season comes to an end for the New York Rangers, they must yet again gear up for another draft rather then a return to the post season. This however is not necessarily a bad thing as the Rangers will once again have a top ten pick. But before I get into that I would like to add that while not many rookies have played this year Ron Low and Sather are not to blame for this nor should they be.
03-01-2001 - Rangers Update: Graduation Day!
As they both now have surpassed the 25 games played mark, this year will indeed be the rookie seasons for Rangers defensemen Tomas Kloucek and Dale Purinton.
02-27-2001 - Rangers Youth Movement?
As the NO playoff death sentence fast approaches the Rangers there are some bright spots and some bright possibilities for the Rangers youth movement.
02-21-2001 - Rangers Update: Yeremeyev Gets Big Chance
With Mike Richter out for the remainder of the season with another torn ACL, the Rangers have recalled Vitali Yeremeyev from Hartford of the AHL to take a long, hard look at him as the Rangers keep their playoff hopes alive down the stretch.
02-06-2001 - Rangers Update: Brendl in the Dog House
Rangers star prospect Pavel Brendl was benched last night after the first period in a 6-3 loss to the Lethbridge Hurricanes.
02-01-2001 - Rangers Update: Ulmer, Malhotra and Kloucek Sent Down
Today the Rangers have announced that forwards Jeff Ulmer and Manny Malhotra, along with defenseman Tomas Kloucek have been re-assigned to the Hartford Wolf Pack of the AHL to get some playing time during the NHL All-Star break.
01-30-2001 - Rangers Update: Ulmer Gets His Shot
With the current horrible play of the New York Rangers, President and General Manager Glen Sather announced today that the club has decided to call up center Jeff Ulmer from the Hartford Wolf Pack of the AHL.
01-21-2001 - Rangers New Prospect Update
Here is an update on just about every prospect in the Rangers organization. Check it out!
01-15-2001 - Johan Holmqvist - The Next Guardian of the Nets?
As Mike Richter`s knees remain sore and his back up Kirk McLean sees less and less opportunity in actually playing in New York... the Rangers for the first time in many a season have given some of their prospects a shot at the NHL between the pipes.
01-14-2001 - Rangers Top 30 Prospects
Heres a look at the top 30 prospects in the Rangers Organization and a little description about each player.
01-14-2001 - Vitali Yeremeyev Solid in 1st NHL Start
Vitali Yeremeyev got his 1st NHL start Saturday afternoon in Boston. However, it wasn't a memorable one as the Rangers showed no effort in a 4-1 loss to the Bruins.
01-13-2001 - Rangers prospect stats update
Here's a new prospect update. This update includes 41 of the Rangers prospects in their organization. Enjoy!
01-12-2001 - Rangers lose Johan Witehall
The Rangers have lost forward Johan Witehall, as he was picked up off waivers today by the Montreal Canadiens.
01-09-2001 - Baby Rangers Looking to Move Up
While the hard efforts of some in New York have yielded to few wins of late some, light has shined on those in the system.
01-09-2001 - Cherneski calls it quits
A promising young career came crashing to an end as the year 2001 hit when Rangers prospect Stefan Cherneski called it quits after trying to battle back from a serious knee injury. Simply put it was a career ended before it could fully get started and an example of just how hard it truly is to make it to the big show.
01-05-2001 - Final WJC Stats For Rangers Prospects
Well, the 2001 World Junior Championships came and went, and it was a very exciting tournament as lots of players played great and there were some huge upsets along the way. Read more to find out the final stats for the Rangers prospects and if Pavel Brendl and Jamie Lundmark walked away with medals.
01-03-2001 - More Rangers WJC News
How did the Rangers prospects fare in todays game? Will there be a Czech Republic-Canada final in which Brendl and Lundmark will compete against each other? Read more to find out folks!
01-02-2001 - Brendl and Lundmark Lead Their Teams Closer To The Gold
What a great day it was at the World Junior Championships for Rangers' gems Pavel Brendl and Jamie Lundmark! Read more to learn what they did that was so great, and some news on Sven Helfenstein, Henrik Lundqvist and Manny Malhotra.
12-31-2000 - Rangers Prospects Shine at WJC
Jamie Lundmark, Pavel Brendl, Sven Helfenstein and Henrik Lundqvist continue to play great hockey at the World Junior Championships in Moscow, Russia. Keep reading to find out more! Also in this update is the news about the possible retirement of Stefan Cherneski and more trade rumors that have been leaked out.
12-31-2000 - Rangers prospect statistical update
Here is an update on 41 of the Rangers prospects. These are there current stats for the season, as well as the stats they have accumulated over the last week.
12-29-2000 - Rangers News: WJC, Transactions, etc.
News on how Jamie Lundmark, Pavel Brendl, Sven Helfenstein, and Henrik Lundqvist are doing at the World Junior Championships, what happened to Vitali Yeremeyev, a trade the Rangers made, and some more rumors that have been floating around this week!
12-28-2000 - Rangers News and Notes
Here's the scoop on the latest happening in Ranger Land! Find out how the prospects are performing at the World Junior Championships, where Jason Labarbera is headed, and the trade rumours that have surrounded the Rangers throughout the week.
12-28-2000 - Vitali Yeremeyev Solid in NHL Debut
When Kirk McLean was pulled after giving up 3 goals on 16 shots, Rangers coach Ron Low gave Vitali Yeremeyev the news that he would be taking over between the pipes.
12-28-2000 - Getting Straight to the Point
Most of the stories in the New York area papers tend to be off beat and mis-informed about "future" Rangers. So for this article I've decided to respond to some rumblings I've heard as of late...
12-23-2000 - Jamie Lundmark Impresses Again
Canada defeated Sweden 5-1 this afternoon in the second of two exhibition games played between the two teams before they leave for Moscow to take on the rest of the world. Jamie Lundmark, for the second day in a row, was a bright spot for team Canada.
12-22-2000 - Vitali Yeremeyev Arrives On Broadway
With Mike Richter sidelined for the next 2 games with an undisclosed injury, the Rangers have recalled 25 year old goalie Vitali Yeremeyev from Hartford of the AHL.
12-21-2000 - Rangers Prospect Update
A new update on a bunch of the Rangers prospects currently playing all over the world. Check it out!
12-20-2000 - Jamie Lundmark Shines In Sweden
Jamie Lundmark played excellent for Canada against Sweden in an exhibition game. Keep reading to find out more!
12-19-2000 - Tomas Kloucek recalled from Hartford
The Rangers recalled 20 yr old hotshot defenseman Tomas Kloucek on Sunday. The Rangers need defensive help badly and they plan to give Kloucek a significant amount of ice time Monday against the Florida Panthers.
12-15-2000 - Team USA Names Roster for World Juniors
Team USA looks to have a bigger, faster more aggressive team in this years World Tourney where they will play the likes of Sweden and the Czech.Republic. And for the first time in some years... no New York Rangers prospects.
12-11-2000 - Rangers News on Malhotra, Novak and More!
How come Filip Novak won't be participating in the WJC and how have the Sophomore's been performing this season for the Rangers!
12-10-2000 - Rangers Weekly Prospect Update
Here is the new Prospects update for the week of 12/2 through 12/9. It was an interesting week in the land of the Rangers prospects. Highlights include Evgeny Gusakov racking up 8 points, Jamie Lundmark getting 6, and Vitali Yeremeyev continuing to dominate the AHL with a 1.50 GAA in his last 4 Games.
12-06-2000 - Rangers and Pack Take Hits...Stats and More...
As the season progresses both the New York Rangers and their AHL Affiliate Hartford Wolf Pack take hits called the "injury bug".
12-05-2000 - Rangers WHL report
A look at how the some of the Rangers prospects are progressing in the WHL. He also looks ahead to who the Rangers may select in the 2001 draft...
12-03-2000 - Manny Malhotra: Back Onto The Radar?
Manny Malhotra has played extremely well since being recalled by the Rangers 4 games ago. The big question here is how long will he stay?
12-02-2000 - Rangers Weekly Prospect Update
An update on the Rangers prospects through the week of 11/25 to 12/1. There are 40 players in this update.
11-27-2000 - Wolf Pack Help Hartford Celebrate 25 years Of Hockey!
Perhaps a little late but still worth reporting, the Hartford Wolf Pack joined the City of Hartford in celebrating 25 years of Hockey in the state`s Capital. The Wolf Pack helped winning 4-1 over Albany. Jason Doig (now injured) scored a goal and Derek Armstrong added two assists.
11-27-2000 - Lundmark takes flight with Thunderbirds
When Rangers prospect Jamie Lundmark was returned to the WHL earlier this fall after failing to make the parent squad on Broadway, the highly touted center refused to return to his former Moose Jaw Warriors, instead demanding to be traded to a more competitive team...
11-26-2000 - Rangers Make Some Changes
The Rangers made some changes yesterday, sending down and calling up some players. Also, someone is out for the season with a knee injury, and no it isn't Malakhov. Keep reading to find out!
11-25-2000 - Rangers Weekly Prospect Update
Current statistics for 39 prospects of the Rangers. Statistics are through the week of 11/19 to 11/24.
11-24-2000 - Hartford`s Dietrich Impresses
Brandon Dietrich, the Rangers free agent pickup has learned that the AHL is a much faster paced game than the ECAC but he is beginning to find his niche.
11-24-2000 - Tomas Kloucek: Playing Solid On Broadway
Tomas Kloucek has arrived in New York, and he may stay here for good. With the controversial injury to defenseman Vladamir Malakhov, Kloucek is getting his chance to play in the NHL and he hasn't disappointed one bit.
11-19-2000 - Rangers Weekly Prospects Update
Here is updated statistics for 30 of the Rangers prospects. Stats are from the week of 11/12 to 11/18. Also updated profiles on each of the Rangers prospects!
11-17-2000 - Rangers Update: More Stats For Prospects
Here is some more statistics for the prospects that were not covered in my last update. This list includes 7 players.
11-13-2000 - Rangers Update: Stats For Prospects
Here is current statistics and comments on 24 of the Rangers Prospects currently playing in Juniors, College or the Minors.
11-13-2000 - Logjam between the pipes freed as Labbe traded
The New York Rangers Log Jam between the pipes was somewhat freed with the trade of Hartford favorite J.F.Labbe. This move allows young Yeremeyev to gain valuable time in the AHL.
11-04-2000 - Holmqvist Inconsistent In 2nd NHL Start
As was the case last Friday against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Rangers' rookie goaltender Johan Holmqvist was forced to start another NHL game...
11-02-2000 - Mike Mottau, Welcome to the Show!
Mike Mottau not too long ago was leading the Boston College Eagles Hockey Team to the NCAA tournament...
10-28-2000 - 3 Players Recalled, Lundmark Traded, and More News
It's been a horrible week for the New York Rangers as they are currently in the midst of a 4 game losing streak. However, their lack of good play has caused head coach Ron Low and general manager Glen Sather to bring up some rookies from the minors to get some NHL action.
10-27-2000 - Stats for Rangers Prospects
Here is a list of stats so far for a lot of the Rangers prospects. Stats are through October 22, 2000.
10-25-2000 - Pavel Brendl: A Man Among Boys
Well, as we all know Pavel Brendl did not make the New York Rangers this season and was sent back to Calgary of the WHL for another year in juniors...
10-10-2000 - Rangers Kids Not Their Own
As the first full season of the new millennium has gotten underway there was great hope that the likes of Mike Mottau, Pavel Brendl, and Jamie Lundmark would be donning Rangers red, white, and blue.... but unless you are Mike Mottau and donning those colors in Hartford you must be somewhere else.
10-07-2000 - Witehall Sent to Hartford
The Rangers needed to make room for newly acquired Michal Grosek at forward, and instead of trading an old veteran like John MacLean or Eric Lacroix, they took a chance of losing Johan Witehall on waivers by sending him down to Hartford of the AHL...
10-06-2000 - News on Lundmark, Mottau and Purinton
Some more moves have been made by the Rangers, as this has been a very exciting week in New York. With the trade of Quintal to Chicago for Grosek and Brown yesterday, the Rangers roster got a little bigger and they needed to make some moves...
10-05-2000 - Rangers Acquire Grosek and Brown
Finally today all the Stephane Quintal rumors to Chicago came true as the Rangers and 'Hawks found a loophole in the rules and pulled off a very interesting trade...
10-04-2000 - Rangers Roster Set.... For Now!
The 2000-01 Edition of the New York Rangers is set to take the ice and the roster is set, however one question, for how long?
10-04-2000 - Mottau Signs Deal, Quintal Put On Waivers
Well, one day after the Rangers announced their final cuts, they made some more big news as well...
10-03-2000 - Rangers Cut 6 Players
Today General Manager Glen Sather announced 6 more cuts for the 2000-01 New York Rangers...
09-29-2000 - Rangers' Preseason News
Well, the waiver draft came and went, and like I said in my early article, not many players change teams and only 5 did this year...
09-28-2000 - Rangers' Waiver Draft Protection List Analysis
The NHL released the protection lists for the upcoming Waiver Draft on Friday, and there are a few players left available by the Rangers who might get taken...
09-27-2000 - A Closer Look At Mike Mottau
Contract problems kept 22 year old Boston College graduate Mike Mottau out of camp for the first few weeks, but since coming to camp on a tryout agreement last week, Mottau has made a huge splash in only 2 games...
09-26-2000 - Rangers Roster Getting Near The Correct Number
As opening day comes nearer and nearer the Rangers have made some moves to cut down their roster to the required number.
09-20-2000 - Rangers Trim Camp Roster, Who Will Be Next?
Yesterday the 19th of September, the Rangers sent veteran AHLer`s Brad Smyth and Ken Gernander to Cromwell, CT to join the AHL affiliate Hartford WolfPack thus reducing the roster to 34.
09-17-2000 - Filip Novak: Biggest Surprise in Camp
Glen Sather selected Filip Novak in the 2nd Round of the 2000 Entry Draft, the Rangers first selection of the day and also Sather's first draft pick with the Rangers...
09-13-2000 - A Matter of Heart - Stefan Cherneski
He was a sure fire NHL player. Not flashy or fancy but a solid, hardworking right winger who drew comparisons to John LeClair from GM Neil Smith.He was slated as at least a second line NHL player and possibly even a first.
09-12-2000 - Labbe Having a Great Rangers' Camp
Kirk McLean, the new starting goaltender - that is, until Mike Richter is fit enough to return to duty later in October - has gone down with back spasms. His availability is day to day. This opens the door for "youth" and the leading candidate to step up is elite AHLer Jean-Francois Labbe.
09-11-2000 - Rangers Training Camp Report
The 2000-01 Edition New York Rangers have taken the ice under "The Captain" in Burlington, Vermont and after the first scrimmage the Rangers have shown more emotion than at the start of last seasons camp.
09-10-2000 - Rangers' Future: Forward - Part 3
I'm back once again with the 3rd part of this 3 part series. Today we will look at the Rangers' forward prospects as many of them will try to impress the Rangers management this week at training camp...
09-07-2000 - Rangers Training Camp Roster Released & Summaries, Updated
Will the 2000-01 New York Rangers please stand up? The New York Rangers announced their year 2000 training camp roster, with few spots available the competition will be stiff...especially for the no 6-7 defensive positions and 4th line icetime.
09-04-2000 - Rangers' Future: Defense - Part 2
I'm back with the 2nd part of this 3 part series, as we now look at the Rangers defensive prospects. They have a good mix of grit, speed and offense from their defense prospects, the type of players that Glen Sather and Ron Low love. Now, let's take a look at a couple of them.
09-03-2000 - Rangers' Future: Goaltending - Part 1
The best part about the Rangers future is that they are very deep in solid goaltending prospects, possibly the deepest team in the league. The Rangers have done some excellent scouting the past few seasons, pick up goaltending gems such as...
08-27-2000 - Pavel Brendl Update
I know a lot of Ranger fans and other hockey fans around the world are waiting for top prospect Pavel Brendl to make his mark on the NHL. Will Pavel impress Ron Low, Glen Sather and the rest of the New York Rangers' management during training camp and earn a roster spot?
08-24-2000 - Rangers Prospect Analysis: Jeff Ulmer
Is Ulmer another Rangers smallish centerman in the likes of Christian Dube and Marc Savard or is he like Mike York or Mike Rogers?
08-21-2000 - All Quiet on the Rangers Front? Dessner Shines in Norway
As a Rangers' fan, one begins to wonder what will happen next. With the addition of Sandy McCarthy and the subtraction of Rob Dimaio and Darren Langdon will the next move be the trading of Stephane Quintal, or? Meanwhile, Rangers' defensive prospect Jeff Dessner(University of Wisconsin) shines in three games against Norwegian Elite clubs. (See Norway Section for details).
08-07-2000 - Rangers roster opens up
As the Glen Sather regime takes a foothold in New York he duped us all by making a smart move after some questionable ones (Malakhov) by sending fan favorite Darren Langdon and hard working Rob Dimaio to Carolina (Hartford Whalers) for 28 year old enforcer Sandy McCarthy.
07-26-2000 - Rangers Ink 3: Part II
As the days pass the righting of the ship of the NHL Rangers continues. As in the days of old in the shipyards of New England the best new timbers were taken and layed as part of the hull. Neil Smith began building a ship but replaced good timbers with ageing ones, Glen Sather has taken over since and promised the same... but appears to be using both old and new timbers.
07-19-2000 - Changes in New York`s Latest Philosophy?
With the so called movement to youth the Rangers new President and General Manager Glen Sather seems to have metamorphisized into Neil Smith.
06-27-2000 - Rangers Draft Report Card
The 2000 Entry NHL draft has ended and left the Rangers, now under a new President and General Manager in basically the same "small" spot as they were the day before the first round began.
06-25-2000 - Rangers Draft Review: Day One
With no first round pick or third round pick coming into the NHL draft, the Rangers had all of their draft day eggs in one basket within the second round.
06-21-2000 - Rangers 2000 Draft Preview
When the 1999 NHL draft came and went everyone seemed excited with the idea that the Rangers had managed to reel in two blue chip prospects. One fact that was ignored however, was that the cost....
06-20-2000 - Rangers Analysis, Expansion and Other...
The expansion draft, free agency, and the entry draft are all fast approaching and for a team looking to rebuild and re-evaluate under new management the Rangers time is now.
06-08-2000 - Hartford has a Champion
The State of Connecticut and the New York Rangers have a Champion in theHartford Wolf Pack, the top minor league affiliate of the New York Rangers.Not only did the Rangers of New York win... but the state of Connecticut andthe city of Hartford,
06-07-2000 - Will Sather Help The Future?
With the horrific season known as 1999-2000 over the Rangers ship had to be righted, not in order to sail in New York for OpSail 2000 but to save the club from prolonging the embarrassment that they had now become.
04-21-2000 - Chasing Jamie: Rangers hope Youngster can Fill in
Regardless of what "experts" say, Jamie Lundmark had a very good year for a very poor team. Maintaining a ninety plus point pace on a team that lost far more game than it won proved to be a challenging task for the 19 year old Edmonton Native who now appears ready for a new challenge in the NHL...
04-20-2000 - Pat Leahy: Long Shot to Hot Shot
Take one look at Pat Leahy's stats and it is easy to go gaga thinking about him becoming a solid power foward. Take a look at his numbers and the picture comes into focus better...
04-14-2000 - Rangers Prospect Ranking Update
Rangers Prospect Ranking Update
03-20-2000 - The Rangers Net Future: Who is it?
Bryce Wandler is a kid who was passed up in the NHL draft since first eligible back in '97. He has descent size and good ability. Sometimes it takes a trade to get a kid going and in Wandler's case his trade to the Swift Current Broncos
01-20-2000 - Reflections: A look at some Rangers Prospects
As the season passes the mid point, hopes of a playoff birth grow with the better play each day of our beloved New York Rangers.
01-20-2000 - Hartford's First Line of Defense: Tomas Kloucek
"It's putting my 2 best defensemen together," is how Coach John Paddock responded when asked about teaming the rookie with senior defenseman Terry Virtue.
01-12-2000 - Rangers Quick Notes...
Finally the flagship Rangers appear to be heading in the right direction with new blood inserted into the line-up in Radek Dvorak and back to back wins over the East leading Maple Leafs, the Rangers fall to lowly Carolina before a sparse crowd of 12
12-22-1999 - Rangers News, Notes, Worlds and More....
Pavel Brendl continues to impress the New York Rangers at the Junior Level. Brendl was named WHL player of the week after his 4-3-7 in 3 games performance and is currently leading the WHL in scoring with 33-31-64, one pt ahead of teammate Brad Moran
12-07-1999 - Rangers Crown Jewels: Net Results
Sometimes in the world of professional sports we get so caught up in the state of the game we forget the underlying facts.
12-04-1999 - Updated Rangers Prospect Rankings
With the ongoing season I have re-rated some of the Rangers prospects. Although the "top 22" rankings are from the beginning of the season, changes have been made in the positional analysis.
12-02-1999 - Purinton on Broadway
General Manager Neil Smith announced the recall of Wolf Pack tough-guy Dale Purinton and the demotion of P.J. Stock and Terry Virtue.
11-22-1999 - Young Rangers Updates
As the axe over Coach John Muckler`s head continues to move downward, the baby Rangers most promising picks continue on their journey to the National Hockey League. Their prospect listing is bright and here is a taste of what may come.....
11-12-1999 - Grade Time for Young Rangers
After a month of nearly horrible hockey for the New York Rangers, it is grading time. Being the New York Rangers, this will be short as there are few rookies. So we will add grades to some other players as well, most of them 2nd year and those in th
11-09-1999 - Rangers/Wolf Pack News
As the season continues to move on in New York with a few bright new faces, Mike York, Kim Johnsson, Jan Hlavac and now Jason Doig getting some ice time, the Rangers' AHL affiliate in Hartford continues to play well under coach John Paddock.
10-30-1999 - Rangers: Where are the Kids?
As the veteran Rangers struggle to find chemistry many questions are being asked about the future. With a 4-7-1 Rangers club in New York trying to find goals after a 234 minute scoreless spree questions about chemistry, payroll and coaching have com
10-20-1999 - Rangers Update
With the NHL season in Full Throttle the once dead Rangers are starting to head in the right direction. With Mike York adding two assists to his already impressive season the Rangers believe they have found their no.2 center.
10-09-1999 - New Kids on the Rangers Block
With the NHL regular season already one week old, the New York Rangers have already seen a bit of what their "kids" can do.
10-05-1999 - Rangers: Again Without a Win to Start Season
The New York Rangers revamped line-up featuring Theo Fleury, Valeri Kamensky, Kirk McLean, Stephane Quintal, Sylvain Lefebrve and Mike York to name a few took the ice after an emotional tribute to Wayne Gretzky in Edmonton.
09-30-1999 - Rangers: Roster Just About Set
As the Rangers skated off the pre-season ice after a 5-2 victory over the Red Wings on goals by Theo Fleury, Valeri Kamensky, Petr Nedved, Tim Taylor and Adam Graves and strong goaltending by Mike Richter, the roster was basically set with the excep
09-28-1999 - Rangers: Waiver Time, News and Notes
The New York Rangers made available their list of available players for today`s Waiver Draft. General Manager Neil Smith expects not to sign or lose anyone.
09-24-1999 - Rangers Camp Roundup
With each passing day the Rangers team continues to mould itself into a finer well oiled machine, one that looks to be without 1st round selections Pavel Brendl and Jamie Lundmark.
09-22-1999 - Labbe, York Impressive
Two players supposedly ticketed for Hartford, goalie Jean-Francois Labbe and center Mike York, may remain with the Rangers longer than anticipated.
09-15-1999 - Rangers Training Camp notes
The New York Rangers began the 1999 Exhibition season splitting their first two games. In Game one, Free Agent Signee Steve Duchesne broke a 1-1 tie early in the second period to guide Detroit to a 3-1 win over the Rangers.
09-09-1999 - Rangers Training Camp notes
1999 New York Rangers Training Camp Roster and Reserve Roster has been announced. This list is as of September 8,1999.
09-08-1999 - History Repeats in the Biggest Crap Shoot of All?
It has been called a crap shoot, it has been called a game, but the one thing it has never been called was easy. The NHL entry draft is a sport onto itself. Unlike other sports where many kids come out of college as more mature 21 year olds (and some
09-07-1999 - Brendl Sick as Rangers` Camp Opens
New York Rangers camp opened yesterday in Burlington, Vermont. Noticeably less than 100% was top prospect and Rangers projected star of the next decade Pavel Brendl. Brendl awoke Sunday morning with the same stomach flu that has bothered him for near
09-02-1999 - Rangers News and Notes
Training Camp is about to start for the newly revamped New York Rangers
07-15-1999 - Jamie Lundmark: Rangers wait for the payoff
The Rangers are a team known more for using their "big bucks" rather then their "brain trust", but times seemed to have changed at the 1999 NHL draft as the Rangers decided they were going to try and swing for the fences.
06-27-1999 - Rangers Draft Review 99
Ranked as one of the lowest Prospect teams in the NHL by most experts the Rangers went into the 1999 NHL draft in Boston with the hopes of turning things around.
06-26-1999 - Rangers Draft Day: '99
With the 11th overall pick in a very deep draft the Rangers are in position to walk away with a very solid player for their future. Below is a brief list of some of the players the Rangers have focused in on with the 11th pick.
05-25-1999 - A Preview of the Rangers 1999 Entry Draft: Is it Neil Smith's Last?
The 1999 NHL Entry Draft is projected as one of the deepest drafts in years. And for Neil Smith, it represents the most important draft in his tenure as general manager of the New York Rangers.
03-31-1999 - Follow Up: Stefan Cherneski
Back when the Rangers draft slot came up back in the '97 Draft I can remember jumping up and down when the Rangers named Stefan Cherneski as their first pick.
03-08-1999 - Manny Malhotra: Rangers Catch a Steal
After spending 44 million dollars last year and failing to make the playoffs, things could not be looking worse for the Rangers. Generally in a city like New York when the media is talking draft in March something went wrong.
01-16-1998 - Recent Ranger Picks Earn Mid-Season Accolades
As the hockey season hits its midpoint, players at all levels get to showcase their abilities in various All-Star games and international tournaments...
12-09-1997 - Sleepers: Tracking The Progress Of The Rangers' 1st Round Picks
When you're in New York, the pressure is always on. New York sports fans demand a winner, and they will usually accept nothing less. The New York Rangers are no exception...
10-06-1997 - Marc Savard
When Marc Savard was drafted by the Oshawa Generals in 1993, the scouts said "he's too small". That was a line, like many other hockey players who are 5'10 180lbs are told. Savard had a successful first OHL season compiling 64 points...
09-24-1997 - Pre-season Update on the New York Rangers
Pre-season Update on the New York Rangers...
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