The Forgotten Hockey Players of Broadway Podcast

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. In episode number 49 Tom and Rob recap the Rangers entire 2022 season with particular attention to how the club played during the Stanley Cup Playoffs. * The Team exceeded all expectaions for the regular season and appears to be ahead of schedule with the rebuild. * How do you grade the teams performance during the playoffs ? Yes, they did defeat the Penguins and Caines but both of those clubs had significant injury issues in goal and in the case of the Penguins with Crosby as well. So how good are the Rangers ? * Would the final grade and perception of the team be as positive if they had lost to a healthy Penguins or Caines in the first or second round of the playoffs? * Finally, what moves should the Rangers make during the off season to advance the teams prospects for 2023 ? Do they go the organic route and encourage the development of the kids including Othmann and Cuylle or trade off some of the their better prospects for seasoned veterans that can potentially make an immediate impact ?

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. *In episode number 48 Tom, Rob and Mike review the Rangers performance at the All-Star break and where they are likely headed to start the second half of the season. The guys then pivot to the main topic of the show and discuss some of the players on other teams in the league that irritated, tormented ,frustrated and just drove Rangers fans crazy over the years. !960's and 70's * Monreal Canadiens- Power forward John Ferguson. Rough and tumble winger that could fight and score clutch goals against the Blueshirts. Later became the GM of the Rangers. * Boston Bruins- Wayne Cashman- Tall and rangy Power forward who played on Phil Esposito's left wing giving Espo the time and space to become one of the greatest goal scorers in NHL history. Cashman was also a feared fighter could score goals as well- Cashman later became an assistant coach for the Rangers. Derek Sanderson- One of the best penalty killers of his day that could score goals, fight and just be a big thorn in the side of the Rangers. He also became a Ranger later in his career. How about Ted Green, Johnny ( Pie) McKenzie 1970's , 1980's , 1990's * Philadelphia Flyers- We could have spent five hours discussing Dave Schultz, Moose dupont, Mel Bridgeman, Kenny Linseman, Bob Kelly, Dave Brown, Behn Wilson, Don Saleski. 1970's to the present * NY Islanders- Was there anything more annoying to a Rangers fan than seeing our little brothers from the Island scoring clutch goals, beating us up physically and winning big games and Stanley Cups ? How about power forwards, Bobby Nystrom and Clarke Gillies. The little terror with the big heart and bigger punch...Gary Howatt. The clutch goaltending of Battling Billy Smith. Currently, Matt Martin, Ross Johnston, Cal Clutterbuck and Casey Cizikas. * Listen to Tom , Mike and Rob discuss many other players from these teams and others that continue to be a thorn in the side of the Rangers and their fans. MP3 Converter Free (amvidia.com)

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. *In episode number 47 Tom, Rob and Mike discuss the 1988-89 season when "Hall of Famer " and former Montreal Canadiens right winger Guy Lafleur played for the NY Rangers. They also touch on the performance and results of this years Rangers team as well as other clubs throughout the NHL. *LaFleur was drafted first overall by the Canadiens during the 1971 NHL draft. * LaFleur holds the Canadiens all time record for points with 1,246 including 518 goals. * First player in NHL history to score 50 goals or more for six consecutive seasons including sixty goals during the 1977-78 season. * Played on five Stanley Cup Championships with Montreal. * 3 time Art Ross Trophy Winner * 2 time Hart Memorial Trophy Winner * 6 time First team All-Star right winger * Won the Conn Smythe Trophy in 1977 *Inducted into the NHL Hall of Fame in 1988 *Played in 67 games and scored 18 goals many of which were clutch for the Rangers during the 1988-99 season while instantly becoming a fan favorite. * The guys also discussed the Rangers performance thus far during the 2021-22 season. * Will Georgiev continue to play excellent goal for the club while Shesterkin mends from another injury. *Have Reaves, Blais (now injured) and Goodrow made the Rangers a tougher team to play against ? * Are the youngsters finally contributing thus far and why is the team continuing to struggle 5 on 5. * Who on the team is a potential trade target and should management and fans alike be more focused on next season as a pivotal year in the development for the team?

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. *In episode number 46 Tom, Rob and Mike discuss the Great Career of former Rangers Right Winger and "Hall Of Famer" Rod Gilbert who passed away this past August. They also touch on the roster moves made this past summer by Chris Drury and how the team may preform to start the season. *Gilbert was unquestionably the Greatest "homegrown" player to ever spend their entire career with the Rangers as well as the greatest right wing to ever play for the club. * Gilbert holds the Rangers all time record for Goals 406 and career points 1021 * Also known as "Mr. Ranger" Gilbert played right wing on what most hockey experts believe is the longest tenured number 1 line in history. Almost 10 years a member of the GAG line with Vic Hadfield and childhood friend Jean Ratelle. Gilbert was known for his fast skating, booming slap shot ,quick release and willingness to play hard and physical on every shift despite not being one of the bigger players in the league. He also had a mental toughness and resiliency that allowed him to overcome several horrific injuries including two major back surgeries that threatened his career. * Played 19 years for the Rangers * Averaged almost a point per game during both the regular season and playoffs *Inducted into the NHL Hall of Fame in 1982 *Childhood friend of Jean Ratelle that resulted in being teammates in Pee wee, Juniors, Minor leagues and finally with the Rangers * Played in 8 All-Star games * First Rangers player to have his No. 7 retired at MSG, the first to receive the honor * Won the Bill Masterson Trophy in 1976 and the Lester Patrick Trophy in 1991 * Associated with the Rangers as an ambassador for the club leading many projects throughout the community including the Garden of Dreams Foundation and serving as President of the Rangers alumni association. * Tom's fondest memory of Rod Gilbert was his game 4 winning overtime goal against the Flyers at MSG during the 1973-74 playoffs . * The guys also discussed the upcoming 2021-22 season for the Rangers and how the FA signings and trades made during the summer will impact the club this season and beyond. * Will Goodrow, Reaves and Blais make the Rangers a tougher team to play against ? * Are the youngsters finally ready to take a giant leap forward and distinguish themselves as future Rangers stars leading to a playoff birth ?

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. *In episode number 45 Tom, Rob and Mike analyze and recap the Rangers 2021 season. * The Rangers completed the season in disappointing fashion leading to dramatic changes to the front office and coaching staff. *The keys for future success of the franchise: *Will Shesterkin and Georgiev be able to assert themselves as a successful goaltending tandem next season and beyond ? * Will the youngsters on the blue line especially Fox, Lindgren, Miller, Jones and the newly signed Lindqvist show dramatic improvement on the way to becoming a championship caliber group of defensemen ? * The Rangers were either the youngest or second youngest team in the league this season. The question remains should the youngsters ( especially Chytl, Kakko, Kravtsov and others) still be considered talented players with high ceiling potential going forward? * What will the club do with Tony DeAngelo ,Ryan Strome and Brendan Smith ? * Can New GM and President Chris Drury find the right head coach to further develop the young squad and mold them into championship contenders?. * Has James Dolan decided that's it's time to abandon the rebuild and focus soley on making the playoffs ? * Will the Rangers pay more attention to building a more physical and mentally tough and balanced club capable of playing a relentless 200 foot game, excelling on face-offs and imposing their will on the competition?

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. *In episode number 44 Tom and Rob discuss some of our favorite Rangers broadcasters since the 1960s as well as some of the top current broadcasters in the league. * Win Elliot and Jim Gordon were Tom's first Rangers broadcasters he watched and listened to during the early 1960s. * Marv Albert was Tom's favorite Rangers announcer on Radio and Jim Gordon on television * Tom's favorite color commentator during Rangers games were Bill Chadwick on radio with Albert as well as on Television with Jim Gordon. " Shoot the Puck Barry" He couldn't shoot the puck in the ocean if he was standing on the end of a pier" * Rob and Tom enjoyed listening to Gary Thorne and Dan Kelly back in the day as well as John Forslund, Brendan Burke and Mike Emrick most recently. * Tom and Rob agree that Gary Thorne has probably the greatest voice in all of Hockey.

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. *In episode number 43 Tom, Rob and Mike preview the upcoming 2021 NY Rangers season. * The Rangers start the season with back to back games against archrival NY Islanders. *Some keys to the season: *Will Shesterkin and Georgiev be able to assert themselves as a top goaltending tandem in their division and the league ? * How will K'Andre Miller fit with Jacob Trouba on the first pair D ? * Will Adam Fox and Ryan Lindgren pick up where they left off last season after an impressive rookie campaign for both players ? * Will Tony DeAngelo continue his improved play and offensive production from last season ? * Can Mika Zibanejad continue his ascension as one of the best centers in the league while raising the level of play of wingers Buchnevich and Kreider. * Number one draft pick Alexis Lafrenière starts his NHL career with the Rangers on the third line with Filip Chytil and Julien Gauthier. Can the youngsters develop into a dominant offensive force for the club ? * Will Kappo Kakko rebound from a mediocre rookie season and develop into an NHL Superstar ? * Does Coach Quinn have to guide the club to the playoffs in this his third season ? * What effect will another season played under strict Covid 19 protocols and without fans have on the club and the League ? * The Rangers will be competing in the most physical and rugged division in the NHL. Do they have the size and grit to compete for an entire season ?

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. *In episode number 42 Tom, Rob and Mike discuss the Great Career of former Rangers defenseman Jimmy "Chief" Neilson number 15 who passed away earlier this month .The guys also touch on the brief career of the unique, interesting and very entertaining former goaltender for the Rangers Gilles Gratton. * Jim Neilson was signed by the Rangers at the age of 18 in 1958 and started his 12 year career on the Rangers Blue line in 1962. * The "Chief" was one of the fan favorites at MSG while he played for the Rangers and also for Oakland Seals/ Cleveland Barons and finally with the WHA Edmonton Oilers. *Neilson grew up along with his two sisters in an orphanage and was one of the first aboriginal players to play in the NHL. * Neilson was an extremely agile and physically tough player who played hard yet fair and was considered a gentleman on and off the ice. He was also known for his hard shot and strong passing ability especially when it came to his soft and quick outlet passes to his forwards. * Scored a career high of 10 goals and 44 points during the 1968-69 season. * Neilson earned NHL All-Star honors in 1967 and 71 while earning second team honors in 1967-68. *Neilson was also a top 5 Norris Trophy finalist twice during his career with the Rangers. * Neilson played alongside Hall of Famer Brad Park but was mostly remembered for teaming up with another outstanding Rangers defenseman Rod Seiling. * Neilson finished his Rangers career at the completion of the 1974 season and finished with 60 goals, 238 assists for 298 points in 811 games on Broadway. * Meanwhile Gilles Gratton number 33 played one season with the Rangers during the 1976-77 season backing up John Davidson. * Known for his quirky demeanor Gratton is best known for his artistic and elaborate creation of the " Tiger mask" setting off an explosion of unique and flamboyant designs of goalie masks worn throughout the NHL. * Tom, Rob and Mike fill you in on the rest of "Gratoony the Looney's " interesting and very amusing ideas and beliefs.

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. *In episode number 41 Tom, Rob and Mike discuss the results of the Stanley Cup Finals and former Rangers Ryan McDonagh and Kevin Shattenkirk celebrating their first Cup win. Then the guys reflect back on the career of one of the most dynamic and electric players in Rangers history, number 29 defenseman Reijo "Rexi' Ruotsalainen. * Ruotsalainen was drafted by the Rangers in the 6th round of the 1980 Draft. *Reijo was one of the fan favorites at MSG while he played for the Rangers and also for the Edmonton Oilers and Devils during his 7 year career in the NHL. * Ruotsalainen was an electric, skilled and incredibly fast skater with tremendous lateral movement and athleticism. known for his dominant slap and wrist shot, hockey IQ , passing ability and breath taking end to end rushes. * Scored 18,16,20,28 and 17 goals respectively during his 5 years with the Rangers. Led the club in scoring with 73 points during the 1984-85 season where Herb Brooks installed him at left wing on the Mark Pavelich line for 32 games. * Ruotsalainen earned NHL All-Star honors in 1986. * One of Tom's fondest memories as a Rangers season ticket holder during the early 80's was watching Ruotsalainen beat the Islanders in March of 1983 (in a playoff like atmosphere at MSG) 2-1 with the game winning goal with only minutes to play. Rexi utilized his explosive speed and superior agility to skate around defenseman Tomas Jonsson and with his incredible wrist shot beat Goalie Kelly Hrudey over his left shoulder that ignited an ovation that almost blew the roof off at MSG. * Traded by the Rangers in a lopsided deal in favor of Glen Sather and the Edmonton Oilers prior to the start of the 1986-87 season. * He went on to win Two Stanley Cups with the Oilers despite only playing in a limited number of regular season games while playing in all of the Oilers playoff games during those two Stanley Cup wins. * He is a member of the Finnish Ice Hockey Hall Of Fame after a distinguished International Hockey Career as a player and coach.

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. *In episode 40 Tom, Rob and Mike review the progress of the Stanley Cup Finals , remember former Rangers captain Bob Nevin( we have included a replay of Episode #1 featuring Bob Nevin as a bonus ) who passed away last week as well as discuss the career of former Rangers Defenseman Tom Laidlaw. * Laidlaw was drafted by the Rangers in the 6th round of the 1978 Draft. Tom Laidlaw was one of the fan favorites at MSG while he played for the Rangers and also for the Kings during his 11 year career in the NHL. * Laidlaw played only one game for the Rangers minor league affiliate before promoted to the big club for the 1980-81 season. * Currently Ranks 87 - Top 100 NY Rangers * Laidlaw was a physical, steady and tough "stay at home '' defenseman who protected his teammates , blocked shots and cleared the crease for his teammates in goal. * Traded by the Rangers along with Bobby Carpenter in a Mega deal to the Kings for HOFer Marcel Dionne , Jeff Crossman and a third round pick the latter part of the 1987 season. * Laidlaw twice earned the Rangers prestigious "Players Player award" . * After his NHL career Laidlaw has been a Players Agent, Corporate Motivational speaker and currently has written a book called "True Grit Life". He currently operates a website by the same name focussing on personal development in all areas of life. * He also was the first Canadian to appear on the television program "Survivor "

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. In episode number 39 we discuss the Rangers quick "play in " exit losing to the Hurricanes as well as the excitement surrounding "winning" the draft lottery and the impact that presumptive first overall pick Alexis La freniere will make on the club. We then segway to our main topic and revisit the epic 1973-74 Stanley Cup semi-finals between the Rangers and the Flyers. * What do Rangers fans and management take away from the rangers disappointing "play in" exit vs Carolina ? Is this team built physically and mentally for the rigors of the NHL Playoffs ? * Why did Quinn deviate from his regular season rotation and play Lundqvist over Georgiev after Shesterkin was deemed unfit to play ? *Will Lafreniere leap ahead of Brad Park and turn out to be the greatest Rangers player drafted when his career is all said and done? Will Lafreniere provide the grit, muscle, leadership and elite offensive talent so lacking amongst Rangers forwards. * The 1973-74 Flyers nicknamed the " Broad Street Bullies" were a young , hungry, intimidating and skilled team committed to initiating withering and relentless physical punishment on the opposition. *The Rangers were an established and veteran club anxious to rebound from a subpar regular season yet confident after beating the defending Stanley Cup Champion Canadiens in the previous round. * Dave Schultz mentioned before the clubs met that he preferred to play the Rangers because of their history of choking in the playoffs. * The Flyers physically dominated the first two games in Philadelphia with Rick MacLeish, Ross Lonsberry and Bernie Parent the stars. * The Rangers rebounded in games 3 and 4 despite the Flyers taking an early 2-0 lead in Game 3. Brad Park and Rod Gilbert were the stars for the Rangers with Gilbert scoring one of the greatest OT goals in Rangers history in Game 4 evening up the series at 2. * MacLeish dominated for the Flyers in their game 5 win at home while Park, Vickers and Gilbert did the same for the Rangers in their game 6 win at home forcing a deciding game 7 in Philadelphia. *In the most humiliating game 7 loss in franchise history and possibly in all of NY Sports history the Rangers lost 4-3 and earned the distinction of being the first original six franchise to lose to an expansion team during the Stanley Cup playoffs. The Rangers were physically punished ( with Dale Rolfe pummeled by Dave Shultz and the Rangers defenseman unable to protect Eddie Giacomin and keep the physical Flyers forwards from crashing the net down low leading to two goals by Dornhoefer, Kindrachuck and MacLeish) played sloppy defense in front of Giacomin and most egregiously of all captain Vic Hadfield caught laughing in the penalty box to end the game and the season for the Rangers due to a too many men on the ice penalty. * The Flyers went on to beat the Boston Bruins in the finals to capture the franchises first of two consecutive Stanley Cups.

Rangers Penalty on number 10 Artemi Panarin...two minutes for unsportsmanlike like conduct !

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. In episode 38 we update the impact of Covid -19 on the Rangers and the rest of the NHL during the upcoming 24 team playoff format. Tom, Rob and Special guest Logan Smith also recap and discuss the career of # 17 Brandon Dubinsky. * Will the NHL be able to salvage the remainder of the 2019-20020 season with an innovative play-in and playoff 24 team format and if so when will it start and in what cities will they be playing in ? * Brandon Dubinsky was one of the fan favorites at MSG while he played for the Rangers and also in Columbus where he is still currently a member of the Columbus Blue Jackets. *Selected in the second round and number 60th overall during the 2004 NHL Draft. *Earned Rookie of the Year Team honors for the 2007-2008 season. * One of sixteen rookies to play in the 2008 "Young Stars Competition" prior to the 56th annual NHL All-Star game and earning the Young Stars MVP with two goals and an assist. * Dubinsky was awarded the prestigious Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award following his Rangers Rookie season in 2008. * Persistent and tenacious grinder and digger for loose pucks he was an annoying presence for the opposing team and in particular Sidney Crosby. * Scored a career high 20 and 24 goals during the 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 seasons for the Rangers. * Played for Coach John Tortorella with both the Rangers and Blue Jackets. Both have had a very contentious relationship with each other during their time together with both clubs. * Traded by the Rangers in a Mega deal to the Columbus Blue Jackets during the summer of 2012 for Superstar forward Rick Nash. * Dubinsky was considered a leader and productive player for the young Blue Jackets these past 7 seasons despite enduring numerous serious injuries due to his aggressive style of play.

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. In episode 37 we update the impact of Covid -19 on the Rangers and the rest of the NHL during the upcoming 24 team playoff format. Tom, Rob and Special guest Mike Browning also recap and discuss the career of one of the most talented and gritty Right Wingers in Rangers history # 28 Tomas Sandstrom. * Will the NHL be able to salvage the remainder of the 2019-20020 season with an innovative 24 team playoff format and if so what will it look like ? * What are the implications on Players contracts, free agent status , next seasons salary cap and the upcoming draft ? * Who accepts the Stanley Cup on behalf of the Rangers if they were to go on and win the Coveted chalice? Would any games be played at MSG or will it be an Olympic style Hockey village with only a few arenas across North America hosting the playoff games ? * Tomas Sandstrom was one of the most successful and impactful draft picks in Rangers history notching 173 goals, 208 assists for 381 points during his five and a half year Rangers career. *Selected in the second round and number 36 overall during the 1982 NHL Draft. *Earned All Rookie Team honors in 1985. * Persistent and tenacious grinder and digger for loose pucks he was an annoying presence for Defenseman and Goaltenders alike with his gritty and physical play down low. * Scored a career high 40 goals for the Rangers during the 1986-87 season. * Enjoyed five 25 plus goal seasons during his career as a Ranger. * Earned ALL-Star Team birth as a Ranger in 1988. * Few players in Rangers and NHL history absorbed more physical punishment and needless injury than Sandstrom. * Traded by the Rangers along with Tony Granato during the 1989-90 season to the kings for Bernie Nicholls. * Sandstrom enjoyed his best goal scoring season with the Kings playing on a line with Gretzky and Granato and scored 45 goals in 1990-91. * Sandstrom was a key cog during the Kings run to the 1993 Stanley Cup finals. * Earned his only Stanley Cup as a member of the Redwings when he assisted on Darren McCarty's winning goal in 1997. * Sandstrom also played for the Penguins and Mighty Ducks . * Could the Rangers have been perennial Stanley Cup contenders if they had kept Sandstrom and other young talent they let get away like Granato, Weight, Amonte and others ? * Currently ,Sandstom is a firefighter in Sweden.

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. In episode 36 we update the impact of Covid -19 on the Rangers and the rest of the NHL for the remainder of this season and next. Tom, Rob and Special guest Mike Browning also recap and discuss the career of one of the most talented goal scorers in the history of the Rangers and the NHL # 22 Right Winger Mike Gartner. * Will the NHL be able to salvage any part of the remainder of the 2019-20020 season and if so what would the format look like ? * What are the implications on Players contracts, free agent status , next seasons salary cap and the upcoming draft ? * Will fans return to the Arenas ? * Hall of Famer ( inducted in 2001) Mike Gartner was one of the most prolific and electric goal scorers in NHL and Rangers history notching 708 goals, 627 assists for 1,335 points during his 19 year career. Fourth most by any Right Winger in NHL history. * Known for his incredibly hard and accurate slap shot as well as his uncanny ability to beat opposing goaltenders through the "5Hole". * Gartner was also a tough competitor notching 1,159 minutes in penalties. *Drafted by the Washington Capitals with the 4th selection in the first round of the 1979 NHL draft. * One of the fastest skaters to ever play in the NHL. *Finished runner up to Wayne Gretzky for the WHA "Rookie Of The Year" honors after the 1978-79 season * The only player in NHL history to score 30 or more goals in a season 17 times including 15 seasons in a row. * Traded to the NY Rangers in March of 1990 where over the next three seasons he would score 49, 40 and 45 goals. * During his time with the Rangers he would record his 500th and 600th goal while also registering his 1,000 career point. * His Stanley Cup aspirations were dealt a blow when the Rangers traded him to the Maple Leafs for Glen Anderson at the trade deadline prior to the start of the playoffs and the Rangers winning the 1994 Stanley Cup championship. *Gartner played in 7 All-Star games earning All-Star game MVP in 1993. *Gartner won the fastest skater competition 3 times. * Played in the 1981,82,83and 1993 World championships for Team Canada while also playing for the Canada Cup squads in 1984 and 1987. * Scored his 700 th career goal as a member of the Phoenix Coyotes. * Besides his career with the Capitals,Rangers, and Maple Leafs Gartner also played for the Minnesota North Stars as well as the Cincinnati Stingers of the WHA.

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. In episode 35 we discuss the impact of Covid -19 on the Rangers and the rest of the NHL for the remainder of this season and next. Tom, Rob and Special guest Mike Browning also recap the Rangers moves during the recent NHL trade deadline. * Will the NHL be able to salvage any part of the remainder of the 2019-20020 season and if so what would the format look like ? * What are the implications on Players contracts, free agent status , next seasons salary cap and the upcoming draft ? * How well did the Rangers navigate the recent trade deadline * Will Henrik Lundqvist retire, be bought out or possibly traded before the start of next season or will he return as the teams back up goaltender ?

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey hero's who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's,70's and 80's. In episode #34 we look back at the great career of "Lucky" Pierre Larouche who wore numbers 10 and 24 while playing center with the Rangers during 1983-1988. * Selected number 8 in the first round of the 1974 draft by the Penguins. *Signed with the Rangers as a "free agent" before the 1983-84 season and went on to set a Rangers record for goals by a center with 48. The only player to have scored over 45 goals with three separate teams. * Scored 24,20 and 28 goals his next there seasons despite missing numerous games due to injury. * Earned All-Star recognition as a Ranger in 1984 * After spending time in the minor leagues at Hershey to start the 1985-86 season LaRouche came back to the Rangers to help catapult the team to an unexpected playoff run by scoring 20 goals in 28 games and leading the club to the third round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. *LaRouche led the team in playoff scoring with 17 points including 8 goals in 16 playoff games. * Scored 31 goals in his rookie season with the Penguins and became the teams first 50 goal scorer netting 53 in his second season 1975-76 *Played four seasons in Montreal winning two Stanley Cup championships and setting a Canadiens record for a center by scoring 50 goals in 1979-80. The only player at the time to register 50 goals for two separate teams. * Larouche has also earned the Community service award and Good guy award while with the Rangers. * Retired after the 1987-88 season at the age of 32 * Since his retirement Larouche has become an excellent golfer and dedicated himself to many charities.

A nostalgic look back at our favorite hockey heroes and legends who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 1960's, 70's and 80's. In episode number 33 we look back at the career of one of the most popular and clutch NY Rangers during the 1970's and current Radio Analyst for the club ...number 21 Centre Pete Stemkowski. *Stemkowski played 14 years in the NHL with the Maple Leafs, Red Wings , Rangers and kings * " Stemmer" excelled as the third line center for the club both on offense and defense during his seven years with the Rangers * Scored one of the most memorable goals in Rangers and Madison Square Garden History with his Triple overtime goal against the Black Hawks during game six of the 1971 Semifinals( He scored two overtime goals in the series) * Was considered the Rangers best face-off man *Stemkowski had five 20 plus goal seasons with three of those playing with the Rangers including a career high 70 points in 1973-74 and 12 points in the playoffs that same year. * Earned All-Star honors while with the Redwings during the 1968 season. * Was an important contributor to the Maple leafs last Stanley Cup Championship in 1967 tallying 12 points. * Member of the Polish American Sports HOF -2002 * Established a reputation for keeping his teammates loose with his quick wit and sense of Humor * Worked with the San Jose Sharks broadcasting team for a few seasons starting in 2002. * Currently the color analyst for The Rangers radio broadcast team

A nostalgic look back at our favorite heroes and legends who wore the red, white and blue for the Rangers during the 60's,70's and 80's. In Episode # 32 we look back on the top Rangers coaches since the 1960's. *Was Emile " The Cat " Francis the very best in Rangers history since he built the powerful clubs of the late 60's and early 70's after the club struggled mightily during the bleak years of the 50's and early 60's . * How about "Iron Mike " Keenan the former Flyers coach who guided the Rangers to the 1994 Stanley Cup Championship during his one and only season as coach. * Was it Herb Brooks ? The Miracle on Ice coach who took over a floundering Hockey team a few years removed from the 1979 Cup Finals team and guided them to several improbable wins against superior teams in the playoffs with an up tempo and European style of hockey. * Was Freddy " The Fog " Shero the former two time Stanley Cup winning Coach for the Flyers who guided the Rangers to the 1979 Stanley Cup Finals the most underrated coach in Rangers history ? Was Roger Nielson or Tom Renney the most underrated ? * Where does John Tortorella and Alain Vigneault rank ? Over rated ? The Best ? * Who was the Best ? The most impactful ? The most underrated and overrated ? * How would you rate David Quinn ? Is he on his way to being one of the Rangers Great coaches ? * Let us know your thoughts !

A nostalgic look back at our favorite heroes and legends who wore the red, white and blue for the rangers during the 60's,70's and 80's. In Episode # 31 we look back on the 1972 Stanley Cup finals between the NY Rangers and their hated rivals the Boston Bruins. * First Stanley Cup final's meeting between these two clubs since 1929. * Rangers defeated the defending Stanley Cup Champion Canadiens and the Chicago Blackhawks while the Bruins defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Blues to reach the Finals * Bruins finished first in the league in points and were led by Superstars Phil Esposito and Bobby Orr and an incredible lineup of tough and skilled players that excelled in penalty killing and the power play. * The Rangers finished with the second most points and were led by Superstar Brad Park, the GAG line of Hadfield ,Ratelle and Gilbert (although Ratelle sustained a devastating ankle injury earlier in the season and just started playing again in the finals) as well as Star Goaltender Edie Giacomin who was also playing with a knee injury. * The Bruins defeated the Rangers in six games for their second Cup in three seasons. * The Bruins devastated the Rangers while shorthanded scoring three shorthanded goals in the series ( Derek Sanderson and Eddie Westfall were brilliant). Both teams tallied six power play goals * Bruins Goaltending was the difference in the series as Eddie Johnston was outstanding and Gerry Cheevers (who went undefeated in 33 straight games during the season) pitched a shutout in the Cup clinching game six at MSG. * The Bruins size, strength and physicality especially down low ( where the Bruin forwards always seemed to outnumber the Rangers) caused the Rangers all sorts of problems in the series. Bruins forwards Wayne Cashman and Ken Hodge were particularly dominant.