Rangers Report

I made several routine runs to the south, sometimes loading at Ocala, or Ft. Pierce, Sebring or even Orlando. (Orlando in those days was a really small town and very quaint and attractive. Not anymore. It used to be surrounded by orange groves…not anymore.) Every trip was different in one… Read More →

This first trip south was pretty uneventful… I was new to the reality of long distance trucking, but it didn’t seem like anything to worry about. It was a motor vehicle, (big I’ll admit) but you just adjust to the size and take as much room as you need, and… Read More →

(editor’s note: Here’s Part II of out friend Fran’s story. See yesterday’s thread for Part I). This whole trip was an oddball…. it was Thanksgiving day, and my mother always put on a big spread for this, and my sisters, and Aunt Bea would show up and it was a… Read More →

(editor’s note: You guys asked for it, and here it is. Our story-telling friend Fran has agreed to tell some more stories. He said he’s scouring his place for some old photos. If we get them in time, we’ll post those too. Until then, enjoy Part I of his musings).... Read More →

From the NHL: JETS’ DEBUT, SEVEN OVERSEAS GAMES HIGHLIGHT 2011-12 NHL PRE-SEASON SCHEDULE NEW YORK (August 9, 2011)—The return of NHL hockey to Winnipeg and seven overseas games against international opponents highlight the National Hockey League’s 2011-12 pre-season schedule from Sept. 19 to Oct. 4. Winnipeg fans will have the… Read More →

From the Rangers: RANGERS AGREE TO TERMS WITH FREE AGENT DEFENSEMAN BRENDAN BELL New York, August 9, 2011 – New York Rangers President and General Manager Glen Sather announced today that the club has agreed to terms with free agent defenseman Brendan Bell. Bell, 28, has skated in 101 career… Read More →

Many of us have our favorite memories of Ranger lore. The Cup run in ’94 obviously ranks as everyone’s favorite.   For me, that two-month stretch was heaven on earth, as I’m sure it was for most Ranger fans. This, however, is not a walk down that lane. Instead, I want… Read More →

Yep, a hockey fan’s worst month is in its seventh day already. I’m not too thrilled that the summer’s going by so quickly, especially since last winter seemed to last four or five years. On the other hand, we’re getting closer and closer to puck-drop(s). Starting to wonder what kind… Read More →

Editor’s note: Jon Levy is a Rangers fan who also writes a U.S. soccer blog, “The Yanks are Coming.” He also tweets about soccer and the Rangers, among other things, at @TYAC_Jon. ————————— With Brad Richards signing on and expected to play on a line with Marian Gaborik, recent fan… Read More →

No? OK. NHL.com has begun its 30-in-30 series, with your heroes scheduled for Aug. 19. ESPN.com, meanwhile, had this offering about your New York Rangers. I’ve still got some openings for guest bloggers between now and Aug. 14, and then Aug. 22-28. Drop me a note at rcarpini@lohud.com if you’re… Read More →

I could get used to this vacation stuff. Three days already, two rounds of golf, lots of swings, not many lost balls. Still 11 days left. Got nothing else. I apologize for those who volunteered to do guest blogs and are awaiting a response from me. I’ll get on that,... Read More →

The Yankees’ recent homestand was also their annual HOPE Week, a wonderful week in which they do good deeds for people in need, and good for them. It’s a wonderful concept and a noble undertaking. And I am certainly not taking anything away from the Yankees whatsoever, or being disparaging… Read More →