NYR TODAY THURSDAY 12/20: Alumni Birthdays, Today in Rangers History

NYR Alumni Birthdays 12/20:

Lin Bend C (1942-1943) Derek Dorsett RW (2013-2014)

Today in NYR History 12/20:

1951:  Allan Stanley is named the new Captain of the New York Rangers, replacing Frank Eddolls.

1967 : Ed Giacomin blanks the Detroit Red Wings 2-0 at MSG recording the 11th shutout of his NHL career. 

1973: Rod Gilbert scores a goal and adds three assists as the Rangers win 5-2 over Detroit, at Madison Square Garden.

1980:  Ron Greschner becomes the first defenseman in New York Rangers history to score 100 career goals. 
His milestone goal comes in a 3-3 tie against the North Stars in Minnesota.