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Michael Rappaport

Michael Rappaport is a junior at New York University majoring in Sports Management. He is one of the Featured Writers for the New York Rangers for The Hockey Writers, and joined THW in January of 2012. In addition to his work for THW, Michael has been featured in numerous publications such as New York Hockey Journal, Yahoo's Puck Daddy Blog, The Huffington Post, Spector's Hockey, and Kukla's Korner to name a few. You can talk hockey with Michael by sending an e-mail to michael.rappaport@nyu.edu, or if you want to shoot a quick message, following @Mike_Rappaport on twitter.

Eric Lindros: A Player Who Changed Hockey Both On and Off The Ice

Michael Rappaport | September 29, 2017

This article was originally published in November, 2012. Say what you will about Eric Lindros, but the former Flyers captain changed hockey both with his on-ice presence as well as…

Categories Flyers History, Hockey History, Player Profiles

The Rangers-Islanders Rivalry is Experiencing a Rebirth

Michael Rappaport | April 11, 2013

It’s been some time since a Rangers-Islanders contest was meaningful for both teams’ playoff fates, but that’s the case for Saturday’s game on Long Island.

Categories New York Islanders, New York Rangers

Derek Stepan Emerging As Top-Flight Center For the New York Rangers

Michael Rappaport | March 27, 2013

He’s Step-an up. During a season where the overall offensive numbers haven’t been as high as many hoped they would be, the Rangers’ Derek Stepan is having a breakthrough campaign.…

Categories New York Rangers

Why Mats Zuccarello Doesn’t Increase the Rangers Playoff Chances

Michael Rappaport | March 25, 2013

The New York Rangers’ search for offensive help culminated with the return of a former Blueshirt. Multiple reports indicate that Mats Zuccarello — who played for the Rangers in parts of…

Categories New York Rangers

Henrik Lundqvist Stands Tall For the Rangers Once Again

Michael Rappaport | March 20, 2013

The scene wasn’t an unfamiliar one. In a close-scoring battle between the New York Rangers and the New Jersey Devils, the Blueshirts needed their star goaltender — Henrik Lundqvist —…

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Why the New York Rangers Miss Michael Sauer

Michael Rappaport | March 13, 2013

Out of sight, out of mind. That is the approach John Tortorella and his troops have needed to take when it comes to defenseman Michael Sauer. The 25-year-old hasn’t played…

Categories Injury Report, New York Rangers

J.T. Miller Adjusting To Life With the New York Rangers

Michael Rappaport | March 1, 2013

J.T. Miller is enjoying the ride. After averaging a point per game in the OHL last season, the Rangers’ first round pick in the 2011 Draft became an AHL all-star this…

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Rick Nash, Ryan McDonagh Headline Healing New York Rangers

Michael Rappaport | February 27, 2013

The Rangers have been dealing with a number of injuries, but many of their top players appear to be on the precipice of returning to the Blueshirts lineup.

Categories Injury Report, New York Rangers

Explaining the New York Rangers Average Start

Michael Rappaport | February 23, 2013

The New York Rangers entered the 2012-2013 season with expectations as high as the Manhattan skyline. So, naturally, anything less than a scorching start raises questions regarding the Blueshirts’ play.…

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Dan Girardi: The New York Rangers’ Unsung Hero

Michael Rappaport | February 13, 2013

Underrated, overshadowed, under-appreciated. It’s hard to imagine that those three words can be associated with a player who was an all-star, a top pair defenseman, and an alternate captain (for…

Categories New York Rangers

Rick Nash Is As Good As Advertised

Michael Rappaport | February 13, 2013

Through the first quarter of the truncated 2012-13 season, the New York Rangers’ top forward has been their biggest addition from last offseason. Rick Nash’s adjustment to the Broadway stage…

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Henrik Lundqvist Beginning to Regain His Form

Michael Rappaport | February 9, 2013

The New York Rangers will go as far Henrik Lundqvist can carry them. That is why the Rangers’ 4-5-0 record after the first nine games was reflective of their franchise…

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