Friday, December 27, 2013

Some Internet Postings

The two of us here at "Dear Rangers" have a habit of tooling around on the internet when we're supposed to be doing productive things at our jobs.  We were shocked at these Craigs List ads that we came across today.

Promise, this is not us...today:

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Subject: MISSING PERSON

Swedish Male, Age 31, Looks like a perfect specimen of human.

Last Seen: May 12, 2013 at Madison Square Garden. There were also sighting on May 14, 2013 at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C.
Answers to the names Henrik, Hank, or King Henrik.

If found, please return to the New York Rangers and Madison Square Garden. He is greatly missed by all. Rumors are he appeared in the office of Glen Sather a few weeks back, but it might have been a greedy imposter.

Please send any and all information pertaining to this missing person to HELP.US@nyrangers.com.

· Location: New York metropolitan area
· it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: PARTNER WANTED 

 In my 4th year in the NHL, play on the top pair and currently average over 25 minutes a night because my coaches never trust the rest of our defense. Partner should have a right handed shot and be able to play both sides of the ice. Prefer a very good skater who likes to rag on his teammates. I have been asked to be cloned in mirror image, but doesn't look like that's happening. I play in the World's Most Famous Arena for an Original 6 team.

Please contact me ASAP if you fit the criteria: MacTruck@nyrangers.com

· Location: New York metropolitan area

· it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: MISSED CONNECTION 

I saw you from across the ice so many times before. Your passing skills were beyond those of guys I had played with before. I thought we would see each other again here in New York, but when I got here, I only saw a shell of you. I think your name is Brad.

Please contact me: Rick.Nash@nyrangers.com

 · Location: New York metropolitan area
 · it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: LOOKING FOR COMPANIONSHIP 

 Is anyone looking for prime seats to see the New York Rangers play at Madison Square Garden? I had to leave my good friend Paul back in Phoenix, you might know him as Biz or Biz Nasty. He was great company, but now I’m pretty lonely sometimes.

About me: I have bright blue eyes and love it when people stare into them. Sometimes they distract people so that they get caught up in the pretty face, they don’t realize that I’m actually not that great of a friend to have afterall. I enjoy long nights in the press box, exploring the concession stand offerings and fist bumping in a suit when my organization wins a game.

Contact: taylor.pyatt@nyrangers.com

· Location: New York metropolitan area
· it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: FREE HOCKEY PLAYER 

Free National Hockey League Forward!!

 Are you a National Hockey League team looking for a left wing that was drafted incredibly high in some far ago draft year? Are you an American Hockey League team looking for that extra star power to draw fans into seats? How about a beer league who just wants someone to fill a roster spot?

Well, bargain of the century here!

This forward was made in Canada (I mean, that has to mean he’s good at hockey, right? Right?) and is under the age of 30---his best years are ahead of him! Due to unforeseen circumstances (read, his inability to click with any member of his current organization), this player needs a new home. He is friendly and has an amazing talent that is so rare in a professional hockey player—the ability to be invisible for long stretches of time, so much so the opposing team will forget he’s actually a player who can score!


Contact glen.satheristheboss@nyrangers.com

· Location: New York metropolitan area

· it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: APARTMENT FOR RENT 

 It looks like I’m going to be moving out of New York much sooner than I had originally expected and I need to sublet my apartment. It’s a pretty nice place located in lower Manhattan. I’ve had some good times in this apartment...very good times. Maybe better times than I should have. There might be random girls ringing the bell at different times of day and night; I apologize, I don’t remember who they are, but I likely brought them up. Because of this, I’ll leave my Valtrex in the medicine cabinet.

I should be ready to turn over the apartment at a moment’s notice, but be careful if I throw you the keys, they might go wide.

· Location: New York metropolitan area

· it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: FOUND: A HEART! 

Did anyone lose their heart? It seems to be made up of a lot of drive and determination as well as a “never give up attitude.” Professional hockey players have tried it on and played well above their own personal skill levels. The heart also seems to have the letters “JT” with a giant cross through them. I’m sure this heart is missed very much by it’s previous owner. Contact: locker.room@columbusbluejackets.com

· Location: Nationwide Arena, Columbus, Ohio

· it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: SCORING POWER FORWARD NEEDED

National Hockey League power forward for original six team, specifically the one in New York City. Responsibilities include: actually giving a shit while playing every shift, scoring goals, playing heart and soul every single game, not just games of your choosing. An additional responsibility, should scoring goals not come as easily, include pulling the team’s proverbial heads out of their asses when their play declines

Requirements: Have actually played at a professional level prior thereto and must be pretty decent looking and a good dresser so as to avoid being ostracized by the team of fashionistas –or—the ability to just go and do your job without whining about it.

Position will remain open until goals occur en masse or team finds their heart.

Contact: whereistheheartandsoul@nyrangers.com

· Location: New York metropolitan area

· it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: FOR SALE: REAL LIFE HOBBIT 

Are you a fan of the Lord of the Rings? How would you like to have your very own, real life hobbit? He’s housebroken, but likes to run his mouth...a lot. In fact, he might shit talk more than anyone else. However, he’s small and might be easy to store in a closet or under the couch. He has been referred to as a “little shit” and thinks he’s a great card player. He also uses his hobbit-like hands to fake out NHL goalies in a shootout...but he’ll never let them forget that. Give me your best offer!

Contact: henrik.lundqvist@nyrangers.com

· Location: New York metropolitan area
· it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: CALLING ALL BIG NAME FREE AGENTS 

Have you ever wanted to play hockey under the lights of Broadway? Do people in the league know your name, even if they don’t know much about your team? Do you like money? Call Glen Sather today and look for a new contract getting overpaid by the New York Rangers!

You will have to deal with the New York media and Larry Brooks spreading lies about you, but I’m sure you know that. Also, if you don’t exceed expectations tenfold, then the entire fanbase will turn on your quicker than you can sign your name.

New York is a wonderful place to live and everyone wants to play for an original six franchise, so it’s time to sign up!

Contact: glen.satheristheboss@nyrangers.com

· Location: New York metropolitan area

· It IS ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

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Subject: TRANSLATOR NEEDED 

Mes amis, I am in need of your help. It would appear that despite my talkings to them, my players ne me comprends pas….in fact despite my urging for their 100% effort every night, I find them très paresseux. As such, I am seeking the aide of a French Canadian to English translator to somehow make these imbeciles act as if they enjoy winning games and believe that like most workers they should earn their salaries.

Compensation: If these morons can get millions to ignore me, perhaps we could arrange millions for your better translation to them?

Contact: MonsiuerVigneault@nyrangers.com

 · Location: New York metropolitan area
· it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

Thursday, December 26, 2013

A Tribute to Dave Maloney

Here at "Dear Rangers," we love to listen to NYR games on the radio because Dave Maloney always seems to have had a couple too many and it leads to pure hilarity.  The following quotes are completely made up by us, but we highly suggest reading them in your best Dave Maloney voice.

So sit back,

pour a drink


or 10

and enjoy.

  • You know Kenny, I can't really explain what he was thinking there. Except that he forgot how to play hockey and then the rest of the team followed his lead..so I guess he could be considered a good leader in that the team respects his shitty decisions...but he may have to wear a mask when he walks around town for fear that fans will kill him
  • Well, Kenny, that was a dumb penalty to take. In fact, looking at the coach, if I were him, I think I'd just stay in the box...even when the penalty is up.
  • Well this is a shit show. pretty sure garbage cans can make more saves, isn't that right Kenny?
  • Well, Kenny, that was a dumb penalty to take. In fact, looking at the coach, if I were him, I think I'd just stay in the box...even when the penalty is up.

Monday, July 8, 2013

Final Grades: The Pretty Edition with some Miscellaneous Odds & Ends

# 61 Rick "Nasher" "Pretty Ricky" Nash

Dear Rick, I didn't know it was possible, but goalgasms are an actually thing...
these were dark chocolate with a glass of red wine and full "o" delightful:




MORE PLEASE! Love, Siobhan & Elissa

Dear Rick, 
Seriously. More.Please. Love, Siobhan & Elissa (and Ranger fans everywhere)

Dear Rick, At first people were really upset that Dubinsky and Anisimov were traded and there was tons o' angst they resembled this:
and this blogging duo was all
and then stuff like this happened:
and our smiles were reflective of your smile here:
Glad to have you as a Ranger Nasher! Love, Siobhan & Elissa (though, more goals please! :))

Dear Nasher, Your face here is reflective of how we all feel sometimes with John, 
love NYR fans

Dear Rick, Thanks for making me look good, looking forward to next season..
love, Derek

Dear Rick, 


Sorry, got a little distracted by the pretty....once again reminded this is "Final Grades for the Rangers" not a blog post of how deliciously gorgeous Rick Nash and his goalgasms are...Ahem, 



Dear Rick, Were you totally surprised when we traded Gaborik and brought half of the Blue Jackets back? Like, was this your reaction:

love, Glen

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#62 Carl "Hags" Hagelin


Dear Carl, What is your opinion of this:


Dear Hags, Nice try kid,
 but I will always be the King of flow,
love, Hank
Dear Carl, When did this happen?
love, Female Rangers Fans

Dear Hags, Does this face describe your feelings towards the NYR PP?

Dear Carl, Is there a reason you make this face..like all the time..? 
love NYR Fans

Final Grade: 

 #38 Michael Sauer



#41 Stu Bickel

Dear Stu, Thanks for the greatest photoshop....




Final Grade: 

#97 Matt Gilroy
just kidding, that's only where he plays

Final Grade: 



Coaching Staff & Front Office

John "Torts" Tortorella

Final Grade:

Mike "Sully" Sullivan

Final Grade:


Benoit "Benny" Allaire

Final Grade:

Jim Schoenfeld

Final Grade:

Glen Sather


Final Grade: