Friday, February 17, 2017

NYR TODAY Friday 2/17: Alumni Birthdays, Today in Rangers History

NYR Alumni Birthdays February 17:



Brodie Dupont C (2010-2011) Todd Harvey RW (1998-1999) Natham Lafayette C (1994-1996) Vinny Prospal C (2009-2011) Luc Robitaille LW (1995-1997) Jean-Yves Roy RW (1994-1995) Lindy Ruff D (1988-1991)

Today in NYR History February 17:



1960: Trainer Joe Schaefer, 35, becomes the first New York native to play goal for the New York Rangers when he takes over after Gump Worsley is injured during the second period of a 5-1 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks at Madison Square Garden. Schaefer enters the game with a 1-0 lead but allows five goals on 22 shots.



2011: Henrik Lundqvist becomes the fifth Rangers goaltender to win 200 games in a 4-3 win over the Los Angeles Kings at MSG.

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