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Chad Ruhwedel spent over 13 years in the NHL, and after winning a Stanley Cup and struggling to find a deal this off-season, he's officially hung up the skates.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / December 27

Chad Ruhwedel returned to AHL; K’Andre Miller likely ready to go

The Rangers have returned defenseman Chad Ruhwedel to the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack. Ruhwedel had played in 4 straight games […]

New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 3, 2024

Rangers Reassign Chad Ruhwedel

The Rangers announced Tuesday that they’ve sent defenseman Chad Ruhwedel down to AHL Hartford. Since he’s been rostered for fewer than 30 days and played less than 10 games since last clearing waivers in October, he doesn’t need them today to return to the minors.

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New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 26, 2024

Rangers Recall Chad Ruhwedel, Reassign Matt Rempe

It’ll be another short stay in the NHL for New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe. The organization announced they’ve reassigned Rempe to their AHL affiliate, the Hartford Wolf Pack, and recalled defenseman Chad Ruhwedel in a corresponding roster move.

New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 24, 2024

Brett Berard will have chance to make NHL debut after Rangers' latest move

The New York Rangers have recalled forward Brett Berard from the Hartford Wolf Pack of the American Hockey League and have assigned defensemen Victor Mancini and Chad Ruhwedel to the AHL.

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New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 13, 2024

Rangers recall defenseman Chad Ruhwedel, assign rookie to AHL

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New York Rangers News / Breakaway on SI / October 24, 2024

Rangers Waive Former Stanley Cup Champion

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New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / October 19, 2024

Rangers look to get seldom-used Chad Ruhwedel ‘involved’ against Maple Leafs

Though it makes perfect sense to get Chad Ruhwedel into a game for the first time this season, it was a surprise when New York Rangers coach Peter Laviolette confirmed that the veteran defenseman is in the lineup Saturday against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / July 13, 2024

Why Chad Ruhwedel signing was smart move by Rangers

Though not a sexy move, the New York Rangers made a smart one Friday when they brought Chad Ruhwedel back on a a League-minimum one-year, two-way contract that pays him $775,000 at the NHL level.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / July 12, 2024

Rangers re-sign Chad Rehuwedel to 1 year contract

The New York Rangers have added another depth piece, re-signing Chad Ruhwedel to a one year contract with a $775,000 […]

New York Rangers News / Inside The Rink / March 19, 2024

Rangers Ruhwedel Pickup Looks Like Masterstroke After Lindgren Injury

The New York Rangers notched another big win yesterday, 5-2, over their crosstown rivals, the New York Islanders. But the win came with a cost. Ryan Lindgren was hurt late in the second period, falling awkwardly to the ice after a collision with Jean-Gabriel Pageau.

NHL News / Pittsburgh Penguins on SI / March 16, 2024

Penguins Honor Chad Ruhwedel During Game

PITTSBURGH – For the better part of eight seasons, Chad Ruhwedel has been one of the most reliable depth defensemen on the Pittsburgh Penguins roster. At the most recent trade deadline, the Penguins traded Kyle Dubas to the New York Rangers to relieve some of the congestion at the position.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 8, 2024

NHL Trade Deadline Minor Moves: Ruhwedel, Meyers, Subban

While blockbuster trades are happening to make sure teams are feeling confident enough heading into playoffs, plenty more minor trades are happening; while at face value, not scale tipping for many teams, open the door to more trades happening with the assets acquired.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 8, 2024