Rob O’Gara was going about his day like it was any other with the Providence Bruins on Feb. 20. But his day would take a turn. The defenseman found out he was traded along with a third-round pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft for blueliner Nick Holden. "It was an adjustment," O’Gara said. "It was … [Read more...]
Neal Pionk is movin’ on up with the Rangers
Neal Pionk wanted a shot to be able to play in the National Hockey League. After he didn’t hear his name called in the NHL Entry Draft, the defenseman had to find another way to work his way into the league. In May 2017, Pionk’s dream became a reality as he signed as an undrafted free agent with the … [Read more...]
Backup to a King, Ondrej Pavelec stays sharp for the Rangers
After signing with the New York Rangers as a free agent in July 2017, Ondrej Pavelec was ready to fill the role as the team’s backup goalie. Pavelec, who started 362 games with the Winnipeg Jets and Atlanta Thrashers during his career, had to adjust to a new role in a new city. He also had to … [Read more...]
Pavel Buchnevich is blossoming on Broadway for the Rangers
Pavel Buchnevich came to New York in the summer of 2016 ready for a new challenge. The Rangers’ 75th overall pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft came to the United States from Russia looking to earn a spot on the Blueshirts’ opening-night roster. His journey started at the team’s rookie camp, and from … [Read more...]
With leadership vacancies, J.T. Miller is a man on a mission
The New York Rangers entered the 2017-18 season with a new look. The Blueshirts saw two core pieces leave the team — Dan Girardi and Derek Stepan. That left room for current players to come in and fill the leadership roles the team needed. With the vacancies, J.T. Miller saw the opportunity to step … [Read more...]
Lifelong Rangers fan Kevin Shattenkirk makes MSG his home
Since entering the National Hockey League during the 2010-11 season, Kevin Shattenkirk always has looked forward to playing at Madison Square Garden. "It’s one of those dates that you always circle," Shattenkirk said. "Not even me being from home — a lot of guys on my team enjoyed coming to New York … [Read more...]
