About Eric Willsen

Eric Willsen is a recent graduate from Stetson University. After following the New York Rangers for over a decade, he decided to begin pursuing a career in sports journalism. Eric aims to inform and entertain hockey fans around the world, writing Rangers articles for Empire Sports Media and producing the Fireside Rangers podcast.
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Dec 8, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) warms up before a game against the Seattle Kraken at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images
2024-12-18
The New York Rangers might have just made one of their biggest mistakes in franchise history. Fans knew that something…
Dec 8, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) warms up before a game against the Seattle Kraken at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images
2024-12-17
The season of torment has continued for the New York Rangers. In what became their 10th loss in their last…
Oct 24, 2024; New York, New York, USA;  New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) makes a save on a shot on goal attempt in the third period against the Florida Panthers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
2024-12-06
The New York Rangers seem to be taking their early-season slump quite seriously. Just hours after trading captain Jacob Trouba…
Oct 9, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) takes the ice against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
2024-12-06
The New York Rangers finally made a massive move to try to turn their season around. After starting the season…
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2024-11-29
The New York Rangers have struggled a bit to start the season. While making a major move mid-year is rare,…
Nov 19, 2024; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; New York Rangers forward Kaapo Kakko (24) skates against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
2024-11-29
The New York Rangers tried to trade Kaapo Kakko this past offseason after an underwhelming 2023-24 campaign. The former second-overall…
Nov 3, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) skates against the New York Islanders during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images
2024-11-28
The New York Rangers may be looking to shake up their roster after early struggles this season. It was recently…
Oct 19, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette watches the play against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
2024-11-24
The New York Rangers are 12-6-1 in their first 19 games this season. It’s a solid record, and actually quite…
Apr 23, 2024; New York, New York, USA;  New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) skates across the blue line against the Washington Capitals during the third period in game two of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports
2024-11-21
The New York Rangers have had some players step up their game this season, including some unexpected stars such as…
Oct 26, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick (32) plays the puck against Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish (23) during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
2024-11-18
The New York Rangers have enjoyed world-class goaltending from their elite tandem this season. Igor Shesterkin has been the starter-…