Mark Messier New GM for 2010 Hockey Worlds
December 8, 2009 by Jeanne Dupuis
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Mark Messier has been tapped as the new general manager for the upcoming 2010 World Hockey Championship which will take place from May 7-23rd in Germany next year. Even though Messier, who obviously is a legend in the sport, has gotten a little experience as the special assistant to the GM (Glen Sather) for the New York Rangers, this will be the first time he’ll be serving as a manager in an international competition.
I’m really torn about this decision. It’s true that Messier is a great leader and is a proven winner but the Worlds is a big deal and …read more
Kotalik Signs 3-Year Deal with Rangers
July 10, 2009 by Jeanne Dupuis
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Ales Kotalik has joined his third team in less than two years. The forward was with the Buffalo Sabres and then the Edmonton Oilers during the 2008-2009 season and now he has inked a three-year, $9 million contract with the New York Rangers.
Kotalik’s best season so far was back in 2005-2006 when he scored 25 goals and posted 37 assists. He had a decent year this past season with 20 goals and 23 assists but I’m hoping the 30-year-old can find some magic with the Rangers.
General manager, Glen Sather, said the following about the team’s acquisition: "Ales is …read more
