Savior-Andrew Dellapina (NHL 10)

[NYwRiter94]

Yeah, I got the game, planned on starting this weekend, but some BS note sent home by my math teacher that was full of lies led to me not being allowed to play this weekend. Couple that with the fact that I can only play on weekends, add in a bit of extra time to find realistic sliders, and we may be looking at a month or two before this really kicks off. Ideally, if I have a fantastic first quarter grade-wise, I can earn back full playing time, which would mean I could get anywhere between 3 and 10 games a week in.

[NYwRiter94]

Rangers Have Big Offseason, Steal Gaborik And Others

New York, NY--Glen Sather, in an attempt to save himself from the wrath of Ranger faithful, made some big moves this offseason to add to what looks like a promising team. The headlining move was the first day signing of former Minnesota franchise winger Marian Gaborik to a 5-year, $7.5 million contract. Marian Gaborik brings much needed goal-scoring to a team that struggled to put the puck in the net last year. As long as the 'Glassman' can stay off the IR, he will be a lethal force on the Blueshirt's first line. In addition, Ales Kotalik was inked to a 3-year contract. Kotalik will bring help on the power play from the point with rookie Michael Del Zotto. Other FA signings include Chris Higgins, Donald Brashear, Vaclav Prospal, Enver Lisin and Brian Boyle.

On the returning end of the team, Lundqvist is still between the pipes for at least another 5 years, the backbone of the team. Chris Drury returns as the Captain, and youngsters Ryan Callahan and Brandon Dubinsky return for encores, along with Sean Avery. On defense, Michael Del Zotto joins Michael Roszival, Wade Redden, Dan Girardi and Marc Staal. In addition, 2009 Hobey Baker winner Matt Gilroy will step in as a speedy offensive defenseman.

With high-tempo coach John Tortorella on the bench, this Ranger team looks to make a splash in both the regular and postseason. If Lundqvist plays as well as always, and Gaborik can stay healthy, look for this team to get past the first round, and even have an outside chance at the cup.

The only question left is, will Glen Sather be at the helm when the season kicks off October 2nd against the Pittsburgh Penguins?

[NYwRiter94]

Sather Tries Hard, But Can't Hang Onto Job

New York, NY--The Rangers Organization has announced today that Glen Sather has been fired as General Manager of the Rangers.

Recently, Sather has made a last desperate attempt by signing Marian Gaborik, among others, to the team in hopes of rectifying last years problems. However, Owner Jim Dolan wasn't satisfied and decided it was finally time to listen to the peope of New York.

Replacing Sather is former Ranger Andrew Dellapina. Andrew played Right Wing for both the Rangers and the Wolfpack, their AHL affiliate, last year, but stopped playing about 25 games in for reasons unbeknownst to the general public. Dellapina is at a ripe old age of 25, and comes fresh off of a 4-year period at the University of Pennsylvania, where he set nearly every possible school hockey record. The new General Manager was not available for comment, but says he doesn't want to shelter the media, and will try to be as open as possible.

Andrew has only a week to settle in before the Rangers begin their preseason games, which begin at home on Tuesday, Sept. 15 against the Boston Bruins.

[NYwRiter94]

Believe it or not, this is actually still alive. I've just been doing okay in school, so my parents have been taking away my stuff in hopes that I'll do better. Look to see some updates this weekend (hopefully).

[NYwRiter94]

New York Rangers 2009-2010 Opening Night Lines

Vaclav Prospal-Brandon Dubinsky-Marian Gaborik
Chris Higgins-Chris Drury(C)-Ryan Callahan(A)
Ales Kotalik-Artem Anisimov-Enver Lisin
Donald Brashear-Brian Boyle-Sean Avery

Dan Girardi-Marc Staal(A)
Matt Gilroy-Wade Redden
Michael Del Zotto-Michael Roszival

[NYwRiter94]

No Hangover For Pens, Who Steamroll Blueshirts In Opener




Bill Guerin puts everything behind a wrister that seals the deal for the Penguins.

New York, NY--Although the Rangers put up two scores in their opener, a late game breakthrough by the Penguins proved they are not a one-hit wonder.

Although no one scored in the first, the Penguins clearly were off to the better start. This proved evident early in the second, as Chris Kunitz provided the first goal of the season forty-five seconds in. Ruslan Fedotenko added to the lead before Vaclav Prospal knocked in a beauty off of Marian Gaborik's first ever Ranger assist. Donald Brashear won his first fight in a Ranger's uniform, beating down Ted Kennedy at the end of hte second.

Gaborik also drew a penalty shot in the middle of the third, but the hot Marc-Andre Fleury stopped him cold on the backhander. Lundqvist's performance was shoddy at best, giving up a garbage goal to Pascal Dupuis to effectively put them out of reach, and letting in a softie shot from the circle by Bill Guerin. Trying to salvage something, Drury scored with about ten seconds left, but the Rangers fell, 4-2.

Word on the street is that Andrew Dellapina has been looking at adding a veteran winger to his staff to add goals, something the team seems to be striving for. We'll see if the defense can tighten up and the offense can open up and utilize their talent to beat some of their easier opponents.

Donald Brashear challenges Ted Kennedy to a battle, and emerges victorious.

Period	Team	Time	Goal-Scorer	Assist 1	Assist 2	Other Info
2	PIT	0:45	C. Kunitz	S. Crosby	S. Gonchar	-
2	PIT	5:53	R. Fedotenko	P. Dupuis	E. Malkin	-
2	NYR	11:30	V. Prospal	M. Gaborik	M. Rozsival	-
3	PIT	17:23	B. Guerin	C. Kunitz	S. Crosby	-
3	PIT	19:00	P. Dupuis	R. Fedotenko	-	-
3	NYR	19:42	C. Drury	M. Staal	D. Girardi	-

Period	Team	Time	Player	Penalty	Severity
1	NYR	16:58	D. Girardi	Tripping	Minor
2	PIT	19:55	T. Kennedy	Fighting	Major
2	NYR	19:5	D. Brashear	Fighting	Major

Marian Gaborik assists on Vaclav Prospal's goal, the first of the season for New York.



Rangers Record: 0-1-0; 7th in the Eastern Conference

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This looks good NY, looking forward to seing more.

[NYwRiter94]

Rangers Chalk Up Deal With Ducks; Free Up Space

New York, NY--The Rangers Organization have announced that Wade Redden and his $6M price tag have been shipped to southern California in a deal that brings Ryan Whitney, a 26 year old with a $4M contract, to the Big Apple. In exchange for a Rangers 2nd round pick next year, Ryan Whitney will replace Wade Redden for all intended purposes on the blueline, which means he will be playing in the next game against Ottawa. Many believe that this is an attempt for the Rangers to free up space in order to sign a forward to add to their corps. Whether this move turns out to be successful has yet to be seen.

[NYwRiter94]

Rangers Rout Sens In Home Opener




Brandon Dubinsky scores off a juicy rebound set up by Sean Avery.

New York, NY--The Rangers clicked last night in a game that was all about the high energy this team was built to be. Brandon Dubinsky scored 3 points and Marian Gaborik tallied his first score as a Blueshirt as the Rangers defeated the Senators, 5-1.

The game began with Dubinsky scoring and getting a penalty at the same time, poke checking the puck into the net while inadvertently tripping a player. Soon thereafter, Avery scored before setting up Dooby again for his second goal. The Senators responded with one PP goal, and the Rangers had a 3-1 lead after the first.

Although the second period featured no scoring, halfway through the Rangers halted the Senators offense and held them at 8 shots until one minute left in the third period. Chris Higgins and Marian Gaborik scored their first goals as Rangers in the third, and Lundqvist's performance prevailed. The Rangers continue their season when they cross the Hudson to face the New Jersey Devils.

Dubinsky sets Marian Gaborik up for his first goal of the season.

Period	Team	Time	Goal-Scorer	Assist 1	Assist 2	Other Info
1	NYR	0:43	B. Dubinsky	-	-	-
1	NYR	1:19	S. Avery	-	-	SH
1	NYR	5:31	B. Dubinsky	S. Avery	-	-
1	OTT	12:42	R. Shannon	N. Foligno	J. Spezza	PP
3	NYR	-	C. Higgins	M. Gilroy	D. Girardi	-
3	NYR	-	M. Gaborik	B. Dubinsky	-	-

Period	Team	Time	Player	Penalty	Severity
1	NYR	0:41	B. Dubinsky	Tripping	Minor
1	NYR	10:51	M. Gaborik	Tripping	Minor
3	OTT	-	J. Spezza	Slashing	Minor
3	OTT	-	C. Phillips	Delay of Game	Minor

Dubinsky had a big night with 2 goals, 1 assist and an EA Sports First Star achievement.

[NYwRiter94]

Gaborik Nets Two As Rangers Net Second Win




Ales Kotalik tips in a shot by Michal Rozsival to open the scoring.

Newark, NJ--Thanks to Marian Gaborik's two third period goals, the Rangers defeated the cross-river rivals from New Jersey, 3-0.

The first goal of the game was a Michal Rozsival shot deflected by Ales Kotalik, a beautiful play that caught the Devils off guard. Johnny Oduya also drew a penalty in the first, bu the only power play of the game for either team was uneventful.

Nothing happened in the second period, but Marian Gaborik scored two goals, including an empty netter, in the third to provide the Rangers with insurance.

The Rangers won the shot battle 26-11, and nearly doubled the time on attack. They are now on a two game winning streak and are looking to continue on the success of players like Dubinsky and Gaborik.

Marian Gaborik is unstoppable in the offensive zone.

Period	Team	Time	Goal-Scorer	Assist 1	Assist 2	Other Info
1	NYR	6:18	A. Kotalik	M. Rozsival	R. Callahan	-
3	NYR	2:19	M. Gaborik	V. Prospal	D. Girardi	-
3	NYR	19:23	M. Gaborik	D. Girardi	-	-

Period	Team	Time	Player	Penalty	Severity
1	NJD	2:44	J. Oduya	Elbowing	Minor

Marian celebrates his empty netter goal.



Rangers Record: 2-1-0; 1st in Eastern Conference