Prior to the start of the 2011-12 season, center Brian Boyle had developed himself into a trustworthy and reliable role player for the New York Rangers. His contributions in all areas of the ice built themselves up as the years went by, as did his offensive numbers. Boyle was then handed a $1.7 million contract to re-sign with the Blueshirts last summer when he became a restricted free agent, and since inking that deal things have begun to go downhill for the 27-year-old forward with expectations rising.
The Good: Boyle brings a lot of intangibles to the New York Rangers that some players don't always have the will to bring. His efforts on the defensive side of the puck are immaculate, especially on the penalty-kill where he is one of New York's top performers. Boyle never hesitates to sell himself out to block a shot or break-up a scoring chance. In that way, he is someone head coach John Tortorella can always count on when defending a lead or when the team is looking to...
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June 06, 2012
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