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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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May 11, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) skates with the puck against Carolina Hurricanes center Sebastian Aho (20) during the second period in game four of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports
2024-06-14

Rangers could trade lackluster depth winger after signing short-term extension

The New York Rangers have their work cut out for them this offseason after another playoff run ended without a…
Sep 29, 2022; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Karl Henriksson (59) skates with the puck against the New Jersey Devils during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports
2024-06-13

Disappointing Rangers prospect set to leave organization after 3 seasons to return to Sweden

The New York Rangers once drafted Karl Henriksson with the 58th overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft. The center/left…
Dec 12, 2023; New York, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Tyler Bertuzzi (59) watches the puck fly by his head in front of New York Rangers defenseman Braden Schneider (4) and goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
2024-06-12

Rangers could sign gritty Toronto forward to solve their first-line struggles

The New York Rangers are in desperate need of a right winger to play on their first line. Chris Kreider…
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2024-06-10

Massive NHL salary cap boost may help Rangers re-sign top defenseman this offseason

The New York Rangers have a handful of upcoming free agents this summer, including Kaapo Kakko, Ryan Lindgren, and Braden…
May 11, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Martin Necas (88) takes a shot against the New York Rangers during the first period in game four of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports
2024-06-10

Could the Rangers answer both of their desperate needs through the Hurricanes?

The New York Rangers took on the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs this year.…
New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) looks on against the Philadelphia Flyers in the third period at Wells Fargo Center
2024-06-10

The Rangers face a difficult decision regarding their captain’s future

The New York Rangers disappointed this postseason in almost every way possible. A once-promising year quickly turned to ash, and…
May 24, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Matt Rempe (73) reacts after a play during the third period in game two of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Florida Panthers at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
2024-06-09

How should the Rangers utilize their top enforcer next season?

The New York Rangers had one of the most exciting rookies join their roster late this season in the form…
Apr 26, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93), Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20), and Rangers defenseman Erik Gustafsson (56) stand on the ice during a stoppage in play against the Washington Capitals in the second period in game three of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-29

Rangers need to make major change to special teams with stars struggling to produce

The New York Rangers have not been playing their best hockey despite being tied in the Eastern Conference Finals after…
May 7, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Sebastian Aho (20) takes a shot against New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) in front of Rangers defenseman Ryan Lindgren (55) during the first overtime of game two of the second round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-08

Rangers’ Igor Shesterkin off to historic start in postseason with massive 2OT win over Carolina

The New York Rangers are undefeated so far in the 2024 NHL Playoffs with a 6-0 record. This journey began…
Mar 12, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Dmitry Orlov (7) takes a shot against the New York Rangers during the second period at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports
2024-05-05

Rangers vs Hurricanes Round 2 series overview and predictions

The New York Rangers are set to take on the Carolina Hurricanes in the second round of the 2024 Stanley…

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