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New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / July 27
Rangers’ Prospect Gonchar Follows Family Legacy with Move to Canada

Rangers’ Prospect Gonchar Follows Family Legacy with Move to Canada

In the coming years, the NHL may welcome a new Gonchar. Sergei, known for his time with the Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins, not only lifted the Stanley Cup but was also considered one of the top defensemen of his time.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / July 15

Rangers prospect boosted by famous uncle Sergei Gonchar: ‘he sees potential in me’

For most of his 20-year NHL career, Sergei Gonchar was a thorn in the side of the New York Rangers. But now in retirement, the highly-skilled former defenseman might be able to help the Rangers out, thanks to a recent development at the 2025 NHL Draft.

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