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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Apr 21, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Ryan Lindgren (55) controls the puck in the third period against the Washington Capitals in game one of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
2024-10-21

The Rangers will have an impossible decision to make when Lindgren returns

The New York Rangers have been without defender Ryan Lindgren to start the season. It seemed like the Blueshirts would…
Oct 19, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) celebrates with left wing Chris Kreider (20) after defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
2024-10-20

Rangers: Good news and bad news from 4-1 win over Maple Leafs

The New York Rangers remain hot to start the 2024-25 season. Saturday night, the Blueshirts took on the Toronto Maple…
Oct 17, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) receives congratulations from teammates after scoring in the first period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
2024-10-17

Rangers: Good news and bad news from 5-2 win over the Red Wings

The New York Rangers decimated the Detroit Red Wings 5–2 in their third game of the season. They rematched just…
Mar 16, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) and center Mika Zibanejad (93) talk on the ice against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
2024-10-17

Rangers showing signs of an early weakness 3 games into the season

The New York Rangers have started the 2024-25 season off right with a 2-0-1 record through the first three games.…
May 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) lines up a shot against the Florida Panthers during the first period in game five of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images
2024-10-15

Rangers superstar leading the NHL in points 3 games into the season

The New York Rangers have yet to lose a game in regulation three games into the season. Their only loss…
May 26, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93) looks on against the Florida Panthers during the second period in game three of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
2024-10-12

How the Rangers can get their star center back on the stat sheet

The New York Rangers started the 2024-25 season with a dominat 6-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Multiple players had…
Oct 9, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Rangers center Filip Chytil (72) and goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) celebrate after defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
2024-10-09

Rangers: Good news and bad news from 6-0 win against Penguins in season opener

The New York Rangers started their 2024-25 season off with a bang. In what was speculated to be a somewhat…
Sep 24, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette speaks to reporters after a 6-4 win against the New York Islanders in the preseason home opener at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images
2024-10-09

Rangers’ rookie defenseman could play key role against Penguins in season opener

The New York Rangers have one pleasant surprise in their lineup for their season opener against the Pittsburgh Penguins. After…
Apr 21, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Will Cuylle (50) in game one of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
2024-10-08

Rangers’ 2nd-year forward predicted to have major breakout season

The New York Rangers have many young players spread throughout their roster. The future looks quite bright for the Blueshirts.…
May 26, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) tends the net against the Florida Panthers during the first period in game three of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
2024-10-08

Rangers’ elite goalie reportedly rejected record-breaking contract

The New York Rangers have been playing a back-and-forth game with goaltender Igor Shesterkin. The Blueshirts don’t have an abundance…