Justin Bonhard

Justin Bonhard

Justin Bonhard is an avid sports writer. Having nearly nine years of writing experience, covering all four major US sports, Justin has decided to stick to writing about Hockey. Currently, he contributes to Blue Line Station and is the Site Expert for Bleedin' Blue. When he is not writing, working at Costco, or being a Dad and Husband, he enjoys playing Hockey and taking photos as an amateur photographer.

Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) picks up the puck in front of goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

The Chris Kreider era in New York might be over (and fans can feel it)

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Mar 29, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (23) warms up before the game against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Rangers' most reliable player might be their most overlooked

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Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield (5) and New York Rangers left wing Will Cuylle (50) battle during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

3 games that defined the Rangers underwhelming and embarrassing 2024-25 campaign

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Feb 20, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; [Imagn Images direct customers only] United States coaches Mike Sullivan, right, and JohnTortorella during the 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey championship game against Canada at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Rangers coaching carousel has to end with Mike Sullivan

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2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft, Rounds 2-7

New York Rangers 2024-25 Report Cards: Grading Chris Drury

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Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) comes off the ice after warmups before the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Three Rangers that must be removed if this team wants to be taken seriously

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Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  New York Rangers left wing J.T. Miller (8) celebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

New York Rangers 2024-25 Report Cards: Grading J.T. Miller

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Apr 24, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues left wing Pavel Buchnevich (89) is congratulated by center Robert Thomas (18) after recording a hat trick against the Winnipeg Jets during the third period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

This former Rangers forward is continuing to prove the brass was wrong about him

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Apr 17, 2025; New York, New York, USA;  New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (23) attempts a shot on goal in the first period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

This Rangers defenseman should finally get the much-deserved "C" on his chest next season

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2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft, Rounds 2-7

Who should get the harder look this offseason, Laviolette or Drury?

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Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) picks up the puck in front of goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Behind the magical finale of an abysmal season, one fan-favorite may have just played his final game with Rangers

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Apr 10, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA;  New York Rangers center Vincent Trocheck (16) celebrate his goal with New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) against the New York Islanders during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images

Vincent Trocheck hits a major milestone, what makes his career so worthwhile?

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Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) stops the shot by Carolina Hurricanes center Logan Stankoven (22) during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

3 reasons why the Rangers failed this season

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Mar 2, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Nashville Predators left wing Cole Smith (36) and New York Rangers defenseman Calvin de Haan (44) fight for position during the first period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Calvin de Haan’s comments are bizarre but justifiable

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Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette walks off the ice after their loss to the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Amidst postseason elimination, Rangers to start letting the kids get their shine

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Apr 12, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  aCarolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal (11) scores a goal past New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) during the third period t Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

It's finally over, the New York Rangers have been eliminated from playoff contention in fitting fashion

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