Sunday, February 11, 2018

NYR TODAY Sunday 2/11: Alumni Birthdays, Today in Rangers History

NYR Alumni Birthdays February 11:


Andre Dore D (1978-1985) Steve Nemeth C (1987-1988) Jamie Pushor D (2003-2004) Eddie Shack LW (1958-1960) Ulf Sterner LW (1964-1965)

Today in NYR History February 11:


1968: The Rangers play their final game at MSG III. The Rangers rally for a 3-3 tie with Detroit. Rod Gilbert has three assists for New York, including one on Jean Ratelle's game-tying goal in the third period that turns out to be the last in the old Garden. The new (and current) Garden opens one week later.


1994: The Rangers vs. Nordiques game at Madison Square Garden is postponed due to snow, becoming the first postponement at the arena.


2001: Theo Fleury establishes a franchise record with his seventh short-handed goal of the season in a 1-1 tie against the Devils.

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