DERICK BRASSARD Center
In his third full season with the Rangers since coming over in the Marion Gaborik trade with Columbus in 2013, Brassard had his best year as a Ranger. Although his point production dropped by 2 points from last year's 60 points to 58, Brassard scored a career high 27 goals 5 of those came as game winners. Brass added 31 assists and was a plus 12 on the season. With his 58 points he finished second in scoring behind linemate Mats Zuccarello (61) and was tied for the points lead during the postseason with a goal and 3 assists. Brassard's faceoff percentage was slightly higher as well also having a career best of 50.4% (668 W-658 L) in 17:52 total ice time per game. Brassard signed a 5 yr - 25 million contract with the New York Rangers in 2014. With an annual average salary of $5,000,000 and 4 years remaining on his contract he should be in the Rangers plans for next season. If his increased production continues he should be a major part of the team for his remaining contract years.
GRADE A
NYR Alumni Birthdays 5/6
Steve Baker G (1978-1982) Tim Bothwell D (1979-1983) Fredrick Sjostrom RW (2008-2009)
Today in NYR History May 6
2013: Derick Brassard scores his first career playoff goal and adds two assists in a 4-3 win over the Capitals in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at MSG.
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