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Mike Richter

Today in Hockey History: Jan. 22

January 22, 2021 by Greg Boysen
Jaromir Jagr Washington Capitals

Jan. 22 is a very eventful date in the history of the National Hockey League. It has given us everything from big personal milestones, great goaltending and even a pair …

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Categories Column, Devils History, Hockey History, Kings History, Panthers History, Rangers History, Red Wings History, Wild History Tags Jaromir Jagr, Mike Richter, Pavel Bure, Top Story

Top 3 All-Time Rangers Goalies

November 23, 2020 by THW Archives
Henrik Lundqvist New York Rangers

Of all the goaltenders who have played for the New York Rangers in their 90-year history, six are members of the Hockey Hall of Fame, two are in the United …

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Categories Archives, Rangers Goaltending Tags Ed Giacomin, Henrik Lundqvist, Mike Richter

Today in Hockey History: Nov. 5

November 5, 2020 by Greg Boysen
Mike Richter New York Rangers

This date in National Hockey League history has seen a little bit of everything. There were multiple goals scored in short order, memorable moments in Detroit, Vancouver and Los Angeles, …

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Categories Canadiens History, Canucks History, Column, Devils History, Hockey History, Kings History, Maple Leafs History, Red Wings History Tags Jean Beliveau, Mathew Barzal, Mike Richter, Top Story

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 22

September 22, 2020 by Greg Boysen

A pair of longtime teammates were inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame together on this date. Also, the most famous international series ever played resumed in a new setting. …

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Categories Blackhawks History, Canadiens History, Column, Flyers History, Hockey History, Rangers History Tags Bobby Hull, Mike Richter, Stan Mikita, Top Story

Mike Richter: Rangers’ Legendary Cup-Winning Goalie

September 14, 2020 by Josh Bell
Mike Richter New York Rangers

He is among the best American-born goalies ever. The award for the most outstanding goaltender in NCAA men’s hockey is named after him. Plus, he’s arguably the best netminder in …

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Categories Archives, Hockey History, Rangers History Tags Mike Richter

Rangers’ Goalie Showdown – Lundqvist vs. Richter

September 15, 2020September 13, 2020 by Brendan Azoff
New York Rangers Goalie Showdown: Henrik Lundqvist vs Mike Richter

As an original six franchise, countless greats have donned the New York Rangers sweater since their establishment in 1926. When it comes to the netminders, two men stand out above …

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Categories Editor's Choice, NHL Goaltending, Rangers Goaltending Tags Henrik Lundqvist, Mike Richter

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 4

September 4, 2020 by Greg Boysen
Mike Richter New York Rangers

The Montreal Canadiens have made a bevy of moves on this date through the years. Also, the National Hockey League named a new president that brings in plenty of innovation …

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Categories Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Rangers History Tags Clarence Campbell, Claude Lemieux, Mike Richter, Top Story

A Draft of the Rangers’ Best Picks

June 24, 2020 by Tom Albano
Brian Leetch New York Rangers

The New York Rangers may not have the greatest overall success when it comes to gaining stars from the NHL Entry Draft, especially when it comes to early draft picks. …

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Categories Archives, NHL Entry Draft, Rangers History Tags Brian Leetch, Henrik Lundqvist, Mike Richter, Sergei Zubov

Today in Hockey History: April 26

April 26, 2020 by Greg Boysen
Alex Burrows

One of the biggest treats for National Hockey League fans is the thrill of watching a Game 7 during the Stanley Cup playoffs. This date has provided quite a few …

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Categories Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Canucks History, Islanders History, Penguins History Tags Alex Burrows, Curtis Joseph, Mike Richter, Top Story

Rangers 1994 Stanley Cup Win Has Lasted a Lifetime

April 8, 2020August 28, 2019 by Thomas Conroy
New York Rangers 1994 Stanley Cup Team

“The wait is over. The New York Rangers are Stanley Cup champions and this one will last a lifetime.” Never has a phrase spoken by a broadcaster been more poetic. …

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Categories Rangers History Tags Brian Leetch, Mark Messier, Mike Richter, Stephane Matteau

1940: The Best Team in New York Rangers History

April 8, 2020July 2, 2019 by THW Archives
Hockey Arenas

When the New York Rangers and 1940 are put together, there is a certain stigma that is attached to it. The feeling is not unlike that of the Boston Red …

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Categories Hockey History, Rangers History Tags Frank Boucher, Lester Patrick, Mike Richter, Stanley Cup

March Marks NHL’s Sustainability Initiative

March 2, 2018 by Aaron Schmidtke
Andrew Ference

Organizations and associations around the world have shifted their focus to environmentally-friendly initiatives that incorporate their values with those of green business practices. While the majority of sports associations have …

Read moreMarch Marks NHL’s Sustainability Initiative

Categories Hockey Cares, The Business of Hockey Tags Andrew Ference, Gary Bettman, Mike Richter
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