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Jake Gittler

Jake Gittler is now in his second season as a contributing member of The Hockey Writers. After spending the 2014-15 season working in Communications for Adirondack Flames of the AHL and covering the New York Rangers here for The Hockey Writers, Jake's coverage has been switched over to the Colorado Avalanche for the 2015-16 season. Jake can be reached via email at Jakegittler@gmail.com, or on Twitter @Jgittler_hockey.

First Round Date With Penguins Ideal for Rangers

Jake Gittler | April 10, 2015

If the playoffs started today, the Rangers’ first round opponent would be the Pittsburgh Penguins. Some may say pick your poison, but if you ask me, a first round date…

Categories New York Rangers

Three Reasons the Rangers Won the Presidents’ Trophy

Jake Gittler | April 8, 2015

The Rangers have won the Presidents’ Trophy, and thus their regular season work is complete. With 52 wins, 111 points, and a plus-61 goal differential, the Rangers have officially secured…

Categories New York Rangers

Talbot Deservedly Takes Home Extra-Effort Award

Jake Gittler | April 7, 2015

Elections in the United States can be funny things. The way citizen’s vote can be foolish, and the outcomes can sometimes make both sides scratch their heads in astonishment. Over…

Categories New York Rangers

New York Rangers: 2014-15 Metropolitan Division Champions

Jake Gittler | April 3, 2015

There’s reason for Blueshirts fans to have a little extra pep in their steps this morning, as the Rangers’ 3-2 win over the Wild in Minnesota on Thursday clinched the…

Categories New York Rangers

Dustin Byfuglien’s Hit on Miller Deserves Disciplinary Action

Jake Gittler | April 1, 2015

Upon further review, Dustin Byfuglien doesn’t deserve to be disciplined for his cross-check to the neck of JT Miller… April Fools. He absolutely does. Simply put, there is no excuse…

Categories New York Rangers, Winnipeg Jets

Q&A With Cameron Close, Voice of the Adirondack Flames

Jake Gittler | March 31, 2015

Meet Cameron Close, the radio voice of the Adirondack Flames, American Hockey League affiliate of the Calgary Flames. At 23, Close, the native of Westford, Massachusetts is currently the youngest…

Categories AHL

Date with Capitals a Potential Playoff Nightmare for Rangers

Jake Gittler | March 30, 2015

If the playoffs started today, the Rangers would be in line for a date with the Capitals in the first round of the NHL playoffs. As Sunday’s 5-2 loss at…

Categories New York Rangers, Washington Capitals

Thursday’s Win for Rangers is One Worth Celebrating

Jake Gittler | March 27, 2015

Thursday night’s clinching win for the Rangers is worth celebrating in Rangerstown for more reasons than one. Aside from the win over a scorching hot Senators team which coupled with…

Categories New York Rangers

Kevin Hayes: The Patience of a Grizzly Bear

Jake Gittler | March 24, 2015

This post is going to start with a personal story, but I promise you it will get to hockey… When I was a freshman in High School I had an…

Categories New York Rangers

Playoff Push: Three Keys for the New York Rangers

Jake Gittler | March 20, 2015

The NHL playoffs are rapidly approaching, and the New York Rangers are widely considered serious Cup contenders. With just 13 games remaining in the regular season, it’s no longer a…

Categories New York Rangers

Hagelin, Hayes, and Miller: The Naming of a Line

Jake Gittler | March 13, 2015

There comes a time when certain hockey lines become in need of naming. Throughout the years, the Rangers themselves have had a few memorable lines, including but not limited to…

Categories New York Rangers

Pondering the Role of Newest Ranger James Sheppard

Jake Gittler | March 7, 2015

Just what will James Sheppard’s role with the Rangers develop into? This is of course a speculative question, one which will only be answered with time. However, while the final…

Categories New York Rangers
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