Speaking for the first time on the trade that sent him from the Carolina Hurricanes to the New York Rangers, defenseman Scott Morrow described the news as bittersweet. In a recent interview with John Kreiser of Forever Blueshirts, Morrow was quoted as saying, “It was definitely a little bit of disappointment leaving Carolina because it’s a great organization, but I’m super … [Read more...] about Rangers’ Scott Morrow Excited To Compete For Roster Spot
Islanders’ Jesse Nurmi Out Four To Six Weeks After Knee Procedure
According to a team announcement, New York Islanders’ prospect Jesse Nurmi will miss the next four to six weeks following a procedure on his left knee. Nurmi was projected to begin the year with the team’s AHL affiliate, the Bridgeport Islanders, following the conclusion of training camp. The Islanders drafted Nurmi with the 113th overall pick of the 2023 NHL Draft after an … [Read more...] about Islanders’ Jesse Nurmi Out Four To Six Weeks After Knee Procedure
Evening Notes: Atlanta, Kane/Toews, Hughes Brothers
NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly spoke openly about the potential for an expansion team in Atlanta during a media availability on Tuesday. In it, Daly shared that the league hasn’t yet received a full proposal yet, per ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski. Wyshynski further points out that a group backed by Krause Sports and Entertainment has received approval on a $3B arena development in … [Read more...] about Evening Notes: Atlanta, Kane/Toews, Hughes Brothers
Rangers Hire Blake Wheeler, Three Others To Hockey Operations Roles
Freshly-retired pro Blake Wheeler wasn’t able to stay away from the NHL for very long. He has been hired to an advisory role in the New York Rangers’ front office, per Vince Mercogliano of USA Today Sports. Wheeler played in 54 games of New York’s 2023-24 season, but missed the entirety of last season due to a right-leg injury. Alongside this hire, Mercogliano shares that New … [Read more...] about Rangers Hire Blake Wheeler, Three Others To Hockey Operations Roles
Rangers Hire Ryane Clowe, Promote Jim Sullivan And Ryan Martin
The New York Rangers have hired former player Ryane Clowe to the role of assistant general manager. He will join the freshly-promoted Ryan Martin and Jim Sullivan in the role of advising and supporting Rangers’ general manager Chris Drury. Martin will continue serving as the general manager of the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack. This announcement comes on the heels of New York also … [Read more...] about Rangers Hire Ryane Clowe, Promote Jim Sullivan And Ryan Martin