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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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Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Jake Guentzel (59) looks to score past New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) during the third period at Madison Square Garden
2024-01-25

Rangers: 3 right wingers to target at the trade deadline

The New York Rangers have gotten Kaapo Kakko back from injury, but the first line still looks incomplete even with…
New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) during the second period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose
2024-01-24

Struggling Rangers officially hit rock bottom after choking to the last-place Sharks

The New York Rangers wrapped up their West Coast road trip Tuesday night, where the Blueshirts lost to the San…
New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin (31) warms up before the first period against the Boston Bruins at Madison Square Garden
2024-01-21

Rangers prepare for a desperate must-win game as the West Coast road trip continues

Saturday night, the New York Rangers took yet another loss to the Los Angeles Kings. It was expected to be…
New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena
2024-01-19

Rangers analyst suggests chances of winning the Stanley Cup are diminishing: ‘It’s time for a players-only meeting’

Fans who stayed up late to watch the New York Rangers Thursday night are probably regretting their decision, as the…
Detroit Red Wings right wing Patrick Kane (88) (New York Rangers)
2024-01-18

Rangers: Pros and cons to a potential reunion with elite winger Patrick Kane

The New York Rangers were in the spotlight last season when they made a blockbuster trade for NHL superstar Patrick…
nhl: san jose sharks at vancouver canucks, andrei kuzmenko, new york rangers
2024-01-17

The Rangers could look to acquire an underrated winger at the trade deadline

The New York Rangers are still in the market for a new top-six forward as the 2024 NHL trade deadline…
New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) in action against the Philadelphia Flyers in the first period at Wells Fargo Center
2024-01-17

Rangers: Did Kaapo Kakko’s return from injury fix their problems?

The New York Rangers lost Kaapo Kakko to injury nearly two months ago as the former second-overall draft pick took…
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) hugs goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) after defeating the Washington Capitals at Madison Square Garden
2024-01-16

Top takeaways from the Rangers’ shaky first half of the season

The New York Rangers have officially reached the midway point of the 2023-24 NHL season, and what a first half…
New York Rangers center Filip Chytil (72) is congratulated by right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) after scoring during the first period against the St. Louis Blues at Enterprise Center
2024-01-15

Rangers: 2 sleeper candidates that could be moved at the trade deadline

The New York Rangers are gearing up for what is expected to be another hectic NHL trade deadline, as the…
New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) skates against the Washington Capitals during the third period at Madison Square Garden
2024-01-15

Rangers: Kaapo Kakko makes solid return from injury on first-line: ‘It felt good’

The New York Rangers ended their four-game losing streak Sunday afternoon with a 2-1 win over the Washington Capitals. It…

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