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I saw a list that showed 116 unrestricted free agent Defenseman available. I think 115 of them are better players than Johnson and we probably could have gotten 100 of that same list cheaper.. other than that, not a lot to nit pick about this move.

I think we might be trying to win the Lottery again.. Gorton and JD playing 3-D Chess boys while the rest of the fools are playin' checkers

This is like getting your turn in a game of bobbing for apples only to find out the hard way someone took a shit in the bucket.

Real Dick? Royal Douche? Reprehensible Dildo? or if we are being nice Righteous Dude? Being a Right D is too easy, we have 900 of them already

He's been a 50 point player once in his a career, so he looks like more of a #3 at best.. If Strome stays he's the #2, I don't see any upgrade over Chytil, its not like the guy is a face off wiz or anything.

well played

How long before the "Alexander Wennberg was drafted by JD..... He can replace Strome" crap starts?

Classic

Slater Koekkoek and Matt Benning not give a QA. Not sure if they are much of an upgrade?

I think you might get of a somewhat similar response from the group on this one- the rankings may differ a touch- but learn to despise these clubs. 1. NY Islanders- They suck. I have it on solid background that the Islanders invented COVID. They are close, they are annoying, and they had an epic run of 4 straight Cups in the 80's that is still brought up far too often. 2. Philadelphia Flyers - They also suck. I'm certain they kick puppies and push the elderly down in crosswalks. 3. NJ Devils - They suck as well- They have won too much since 1994, and they suck- not sure if I made that clear. Proximity breeds irritation here as well. Screw NJ. 4. Pittsburgh Penguins - They most definitely suck. The entire team has a very punchable face. They have also won too much. I still also get sick to my stomach when I think about the 1992 playoffs. 5. Boston Bruins - Just hate Boston in everything. It feels better that way. Boston Sucks. 6. Tie- The rest of the Metropolitan Division- I don't necessarily hate Columbus or Carolina (although I'm developing a strong dislike there), but as division mates, we are required to maintain a healthy level of disdain.

Welcome! I guess I had a similar and yet adoption of sport as you did when I would follow (non American) Football. I found myself watching more and more and got to the point I needed a club- Man U had Tim Howard and loaned him to Everton. Boom- I became an Everton supporter and have never let go. Much like your choice with the Rangers, we can't be accused of being front runners. Although in both cases, much to be excited about 1. What are the current thoughts on the team for next season? Back in February of 2018 management sent a letter to the fan base detailing how a rebuild was coming. The letter said what we all knew- the aging, and formerly successful roster was in need of a complete overhaul. I think we all expected years of construction before this was a playoff team once again. Thanks to some very good luck in the draft, a few very good trades, and some free agency help the time line has sped up. This team still has holes and needs improvements in several spots, but the vibe is a positive one. The 2020-2021 version of the Rangers may well not make the playoffs, and that's perfectly fine. The roster is taking shape to be one that competes for championships for many years, due in large part to a management staff that is building the right way. Its a fun time to be a Ranger fan. 2. Who are the players to watch out for next season, star players and young guns? DrewAPenalty had a great summation above. 3. I'd love to find out more about the history of the club, any resources etc you could recommend to improve my learning? Long story short- the Rangers are an "Original Six" club- meaning the history and aura are as good as it gets.. Unfortunately the results aren't quite as impressive for such a storied franchise. 1994 being the last Cup winner.... 1940 before that. The Rangers are defined by being "this close" or the victim of a bad bounce here or a key injury there. There should be more championship hardware in the trophy case for sure. But I tell myself its going to make the next one that much sweeter. Definitely watch the video posted above by Gravesy- its as much a psychology documentary as it is a championship video. 4. What is life like as a Rangers fan? Frustrating. Exciting. Excruciating. Exuberant. I've had a discussion with myself that asks "Why do I do this to myself"... I'll also have the same inner monologue that "This is fucking amazing!!!!" Often times these thoughts can happen in the same playoff series. Being a Rangers fan is a roller-coaster of emotions, but that will make the payoff that much better.

Admit the mistake, try and recoup as much as possible and move on.. Ripping the band-aid off off it never pleasant, but once its gone you are better for it. Kid was a royal twat.. The Kings seem a perfect destination.

And I was worried there might not be a Stanley Cup run this year. Everyone breathe easy!

ALWAYS go BPA.. if they had him with a really high grade, and knew NJ would grab him, I have no issue with it.. I see the need at C and or F, but staying true to the board they have is a strategy I won;t quibble with.. Kid may suck, but their process doesn't

Picking defensive defensman is boring as hell... Like when your NFL team picks O Lineman in the 1st quite often.. BORING.... Then your O Line is awesome and you run around praising how smart your GM is.. I wanted a C, but man would it be nice to have the terms "Rangers" and "excellent defensive team" be actively used in the same sentence again.

I'm just glad we are sitting on war chest full of centermen.

what the fuck

Brutal news. Cancer and 2020 can both fuck off

Only way I'd take Johnson would be as a sweetener in a Sergachev deal. Johnson straight up.. Kindly fuck right off.

Exactly, would be a huge mismanagement of an asset.

What would be the rationale behind not extending the QO? I can’t see it

I think we are right on the precipice of being very good... But there is still a very big step between “very good” and the level of excellence you need to won a Stanley Cup.. Fortunately this window of opportunity is just starting to crack open- we are barely a letting in a draft.. Patience my friends. Patience.

Great idea. 2 more points if you select the correct team. Previous entries included in this amendment.

This will probably be more art than science, but let’s go for it anyway. What happens with the #22 pick? Rangers make the pick- Pick pick the prospect.. 1st to call the player- winner winner chicken dinner Trade: 1 point for picking this option correctly, 2 points for the correct team involved, 2 points for each correct the player or pick involved. If ALF isn’t #1 this bet will be moot as this board and the Garden will have been justifiably burned down.