WATCH: Gov. Christie Admits That He Loves The Mets, But They ‘Stink’
“Here’s what I don’t understand about Yankees fans,” Christie said. “The Mets stink. We’re awful. And the Yankees are usually really good. So why do you boo us? You should feel badly for us.”
Hartnett: Imminent Vigneault Hire Will Have Transformative Effect On The Rangers
Once hired, Alain Vigneault will find success in New York by being everything that John Tortorella wasn’t.
Rangers Mum On Head Coaching Decision, No Announcement Expected Sunday
Amid reports that Alain Vigneault is the New York Rangers’ choice to replace fired coach John Tortorella, the team still isn’t ready to make that announcement.
Bobrovsky Earns Vezina Trophy, Rangers Goalie Lundqvist Does Not Repeat
Sergei Bobrovsky of the Columbus Blue Jackets beat out Henrik Lundqvist of the Rangers to win the 2012-13 Vezina Trophy.
Hartnett: Vigneault Edging Closer To Rangers’ Head Coaching Job?
Things have escalated quickly. Now, it seems it’s just a matter of Alain Vigneault and the New York Rangers sorting out the details.
Hartnett: Judging By Game 1, Blackhawks-Bruins Will Deliver Classic Cup Final
The Hawks and Bruins will empty their tanks in every contest until one team is left shattered on the ice and the wobbly-legged victors lift the Stanley Cup above their heads.
Hartnett: Immortal Jaromir Jagr Looking To Taste Stanley Cup Glory Once Again
Jagr’s wait to return to the Finals has taken him beyond 20 years. Here’s to hoping that he makes the most of his opportunity and turns back the clock by making a big impact for the Bruins at the big dance.
Hartnett: If Fired By Penguins, Bylsma Should Become Top Candidate For Rangers
Dan Bylsma’s accomplishments as a whole are hugely impressive for a 42-year-old coach. The Penguins would be foolish to fire Bylsma. He would be welcomed by the Rangers’ organization with open arms.
Silverman: Rangers’ Next Coach Can’t Take Tortorella Route
It’s not about a coach forcing a style of play down his players’ throats. Those days are over. That’s the lesson of John Tortorella’s painful regime.
NHL Competition Committee Recommends Making Visors Mandatory For New Players
Former NHL defenseman Mathieu Schneider, special assistant to NHLPA executive director Donald Fehr, said a “clear majority” of players supported grandfathering visors.
Reports: List Of Candidates Grows As Sather Searches For Next Rangers Coach
The list of candidates to become next Rangers coach has grown to Alain Vigneault, Mark Messier, Lindy Ruff, Wayne Gretzky and Dallas Eakins.
Ryan Callahan, Carl Hagelin Undergo Surgery To Repair Torn Labrums In Shoulders
Forwards Ryan Callahan and Carl Hagelin underwent surgery to repair torn labrums in their left shoulders. Both players will likely need 4-5 months to recover.
Sean Avery: ‘I Had A Huge Smile On My Face’ When I Heard Tortorella Was Fired
“Oh, I had a huge smile on my face, no question about it,” ex-Ranger Sean Avery told the New York Post on Thursday. “It’s not that I’m happy for myself. I’m happy for the Rangers and Ranger fans.”
Silverman: New Rangers Coach Must Have Creativity Coursing Through Veins
Glen Sather must find a coach who understands that the Rangers need to develop their offensive instincts. Tortorella crushed players like Marian Gaborik, those who wanted to put the puck in the net. The next coach can’t be so limited in his outlook.
Hartnett: Mark Messier Might Be Exactly What Rangers Need In A Head Coach
His coaching resume lacks the polish of Vigneault and Ruff, but he speaks the players’ language, and maybe that’s exactly what the Rangers need after Tortorella squeezed the confidence out of this team.




