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Brendan Azoff

Brendan Azoff is a THW contributor and podcast host dedicated to covering the New York Rangers. His passion for hockey started when he first laced up the skates at three, growing into his love for writing and talking about the greatest sport in the world. His podcast, The Backcheck, breaks down the Rangers, Islanders, and NHL news and can be found on The Hockey Writers Podcast Network and Belly Up Sports. Brendan has been writing about the Rangers and the NHL for over two years, with his content also found on Puck Prose, Blue Line Station, and E2G Sports. If you want to connect with Brendan and stay up-to-date on his posts, follow him on Twitter. He is always available for content ideas and interviews, don't be afraid to ask!

Rangers Must Prioritize Right Wing at the NHL Entry Draft

Brendan Azoff | June 23, 2023

While there won’t be any Connor Bedard’s or Adam Fantilli’s left when the New York Rangers and general manager Chris Drury first walk up to the podium for the 23rd…

Categories New York Rangers, NHL Entry Draft

New York Rangers 2023-24 Roster Predictions: Pre-Draft Edition

Brendan Azoff | June 13, 2023

The New York Rangers made a splash today, naming Peter Laviolette their new head coach. Although general manager (GM) Chris Drury has now secured his coach, the team remains uncertain…

Categories New York Rangers

New York Rangers: Is Patrick Kane a Fit?

Brendan Azoff | June 8, 2023

As general manager Chris Drury gets ready to reconstruct his roster after a disappointing 2023 postseason, the New York Rangers will have a busy summer. Several key players are without…

Categories New York Rangers

Rangers Coaching Options: Peter Laviolette

Brendan Azoff | May 25, 2023

With Gerard Gallant’s tenure ending after just two seasons behind the New York Rangers bench, general manager Chris Drury has started interviewing candidates for the head coaching vacancy. Per Arthur…

Categories Editor's Choice, New York Rangers

Rangers: Potential Draft Options at Pick 23

Brendan Azoff | May 20, 2023

After a disappointing end to what many hoped would be a promising 2023 postseason run, the New York Rangers’ focus turns to the upcoming 2023-24 season. With a hectic offseason…

Categories New York Rangers

Rangers Should Aim to Avoid Coaching Retreads

Brendan Azoff | May 12, 2023

After the mutual decision to part ways with head coach Gerard Gallant, the New York Rangers have another vacancy behind the bench. General manager Chris Drury, senior advisor Glen Sather, and (maybe) owner James…

Categories New York Rangers

Rangers’ Offseason Brings Alexis Lafreniere Dilemma

Brendan Azoff | May 8, 2023

In 2020, the unthinkable happened, and a global pandemic shut down the world, bringing everything to a halt. The uncertainty in the air was palpable as people wondered when they…

Categories New York Rangers

Rangers: 3 Things to Watch for in Game 7

Brendan Azoff | April 30, 2023

It’s an all too familiar place for the New York Rangers. A hard-fought series with the New Jersey Devils has again led them to a pivotal, winner-take-all Game 7. They…

Categories New York Rangers

Rangers Commitment to the Defensive End Paying Off

Brendan Azoff | April 21, 2023

Building up to the first-round clash between the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils, much discussion was had surrounding the Rangers’ ability to contain the Devils’ speed game. Many…

Categories New York Rangers

Rangers Giving Kane Every Chance to Turn Back the Clock

Brendan Azoff | April 15, 2023

It’s officially official. The New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils will battle in round one of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, with the first game scheduled for Tuesday, April 20.…

Categories Editor's Choice, New York Rangers

3 Things to Watch in Rangers’ Final 3 Games

Brendan Azoff | April 7, 2023

Amazingly, just three regular-season games are left on the New York Rangers’ calendar. After 79 games and the ups and downs of the 2022-23 season, the team has 104 points…

Categories New York Rangers

Rangers’ Shesterkin Returning to Vezina Form

Brendan Azoff | March 28, 2023

Igor Shesterkin’s 2021-22 season could only be described as historic. He finished with a 36-13-4 record, with a 2.07 goals-against average (GAA) and a .935 save percentage (SV%) en route…

Categories New York Rangers, Rangers Goaltending
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