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New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / October 1
Igor goalie goal among key takeaways in Rangers emphatic home-opener win 
Talk about putting an exclamation point on the New York Rangers impressive 5-1 victory in their home opener against the Tampa Bay Lightning. How about Igor Shesterkin scoring the first goalie goal in 101 years of Rangers hockey?
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Igor Shesterkin News / Field Level Media / October 1
Igor Shesterkin tallies goal, 24 saves as Rangers crush Lightning
New York goaltender Igor Shesterkin stopped 24 shots and scored his first career goal, Pavel Dorofeyev and Mika Zibanejad notched a goal and an assist apiece, and the Rangers entered the win column for the first time in their 2026-27 home opener by routing the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-1 on Thursday.
Igor Shesterkin News / Daily Faceoff / October 1
Rangers’ Igor Shesterkin scores goalie goal against Lightning
New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin scored the first goal of his NHL career in the third period of Thursday’s game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Madison Square Garden.
NHL News / Yardbarker / October 1
Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin scores first career goal
New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin is the 18th different goaltender to score a goal,
NHL News / New York Rangers On SI / October 1
3 NY Rangers Who Could Breakout in Home Opener Against Lightning
The New York Rangers will be back in action at Madison Square Garden for their 2026-27 home opener, which will also begin the first of 11 back-to-backs this season.
The defining figure for every NHL franchise
People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.
NHL News / New York Rangers On SI / October 1
NY Rangers Have Owned Recent Meetings With Lightning
The 2026-27 NHL regular season opener didn’t go the New York Rangers’ way, losing 3-0 on the road to the Boston Bruins. Now, they are returning home for the opener at Madison Square Garden and will be taking on the Tampa Bay Lightning.
New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 1
Rangers Recall Dylan Garand, Place Joonas Korpisalo On IR
While he didn’t begin the season on the NHL roster, goaltender Dylan Garand has landed with the New York Rangers before their second game. He has been recalled to backup starter Igor Shesterkin.
NHL News / New York Rangers On SI / October 1
NY Rangers Centers Have Played Extremely Well Against Lightning
The New York Rangers are getting set for their home opener against the Tampa Bay Lightning, and following a shutout loss to the Boston Bruins, the team will be hoping to earn its first win of the season. It was not a great season opener for the Rangers in Boston.
New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / October 1
Submit your questions for Live From the Blue Seats
Live From the Blue Seats is back tonight as the Rangers look to avoid the same woes that plagued them last season. The Rangers opened with a dud, getting shutout by the McAvoy-less Bruins.
Joonas Korpisalo News / Daily Faceoff / October 1
Rangers place Joonas Korpisalo on injured reserve
Not ideal news for a team looking to have a better performance this season. On Thursday, the New York Rangers placed goaltender Joonas Korpisalo on injured reserve.
Dylan Garand News / The Hockey Writers / October 1
Rangers’ Dylan Garand Can Still Contribute This Season
The New York Rangers made key changes to their roster this offseason, including trading for goalie Joonas Korpisalo to back up star Igor Shesterkin after veteran backup Jonathan Quick retired.
NHL News / Field Level Media / September 30
Great goalie matchup expected as Rangers open at home vs. Lightning
There is no place for the New York Rangers to go but up as they open their home schedule against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night. Tuesday's contest against the host Boston Bruins looked a lot like the season opener last year for a New York club that finished last in the Eastern Conference.
New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / September 30
Performance of Second Line is Encouraging for NY Rangers Going Forward
The New York Rangers have officially started the 2026-27 campaign, but they unfortunately did not get off to the start that they would have liked. Coming into the season, hopes were high for the Rangers after a busy offseason.
Vincent Iorio News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 29
Rangers Waive Vincent Iorio
The New York Rangers have made one more roster decision before opening night. Defenseman Vincent Iorio has been placed on waivers per PuckPedia. He becomes the odd-man-out in a race with Matthew Robertson and Scott Morrow for New Yorks’ extra defender roles.
New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / September 29
2026-27 Is Playoffs or Bust for the New York Rangers
The New York Rangers begin the 2026-27 season tonight, when they head to Boston to take on the Bruins. After two straight disastrous seasons that led to major shakeups to the roster, the team is hoping this season will see luck turn in their favor.
New York Rangers News / Yardbarker / September 28
Can new-look Rangers make the playoffs?
The Rangers got to work retooling after a disappointing season. Will it be enough to produce a return to the playoffs?
Alberts Smits News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 27
Rangers To Carry Alberts Smits On Opening Night Roster
The Rangers have informed reigning fifth overall pick Alberts Smits that he’ll break camp, reports Mollie Walker of the New York Post. The 18-year-old
Mika Zibanejad News / The Hockey Writers / September 24
Mika Zibanejad Remains the Last of the Rangers’ Old Guard
This season will mark the 11th for Mika Zibanejad as a New York Ranger. He is far and away the team’s longest-tenured player and has been through many different phases of the team over the years.
Adam Sykora News / Daily Faceoff / September 23
Rangers’ Sykora out 4-5 months with lower-body injury
A tough blow for a promising youngster out East. On Wednesday, the New York Rangers revealed that forward Adam Sykora will be out 4-5 months with a lower-body injury.
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