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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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Jan 12, 2023; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers defenseman K'Andre Miller (79) and New York Rangers defenseman Ryan Lindgren (55) during warmups before a game against the Dallas Stars at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images
2024-10-01

Who should play on the Rangers’ top defensive pairing while Lindgren is out with injury?

The New York Rangers have an elite top defensive pairing in Adam Fox and Ryan Lindgren. The two have played…
Sep 24, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Brennan Othmann (78) skates against the New York Islanders during the first period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images
2024-09-27

Rangers’ top-ranked is turning his biggest weakness into a strength

The New York Rangers remain undefeated in the preseason thus far after a dominant 5-2 victory over the Boston Bruins…
Sep 24, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Adam Edstrom (84) celebrates game-winner goal with defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) and center Vincent Trocheck (16) during the third period against the New York Islanders at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images
2024-09-26

Rangers: Good news and bad news from 5-2 preseason win over Bruins

The New York Rangers have continued their brilliant play throughout preseason, extending their win streak to three straight after a…
May 5, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) makes a save in the third period against the Carolina Hurricanes in game one of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
2024-09-26

Rangers’ world-class goalie aiming to surpass Panarin’s $11.6 million AAV franchise record

The New York Rangers currently have superstar forward Artemi Panarin inked at $11.6 million annually, a record-setting contract for the…
Mar 8, 2022; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild right wing Mats Zuccarello (36) skates with the puck as New York Rangers center Ryan Strome (16) and center Barclay Goodrow (21) defend during the third period at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Harrison Barden-USA TODAY Sports
2024-09-25

Rangers reunite with fan-favorite forward and acquire elite defender in blockbuster mock trade

The New York Rangers are in their Stanley Cup window and should be focusing their attention on building a solidified…
Sep 24, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Islanders center Kyle McLean (32) is defended by New York Rangers defenseman Zac Jones (6) during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images
2024-09-24

Rangers: Good news and bad news from 6-4 preseason win over Islanders

The New York Rangers followed up their first preseason win of the year with a wild win over the New…
New York Rangers left wing Brennan Othmann (78) looks out during warmups before a game against the New York Islanders at Madison Square Garden
2024-09-23

Rangers’ top-ranked prospect has a tough path to the NHL roster

The New York Rangers kicked off their year Sunday evening with a 3-2 preseason victory over the Boston Bruins. As…
May 11, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers left wing Alexis Lafrenière (13) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period in game four of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports
2024-09-14

Should the Rangers promote Lafreniere to the 1st power play unit?

The New York Rangers had an incredible power play last season as they finished 3rd best in the NHL. But…
May 9, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) looks on against the Carolina Hurricanes during the first period in game three of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports
2024-09-13

Rangers star goaltender eyeing monster payday with next contract

The New York Rangers have world-class goaltender Igor Shesterkin currently signed to one of the best deals in the NHL.…
Mar 28, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) celebrates after his goal in the third period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
2024-08-10

Rangers’ star goalie predicts Kaapo Kakko will be the next youngster to shine

The New York Rangers drafted Kaapo Kakko at second overall in the 2019 NHL entry draft. Since then, the Finnish…

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