Colin Stephenson

Colin Stephenson covers the Rangers for Newsday. He has spent more than two decades covering the NHL and just about every sports team in the New York metropolitan area.

email | twitter

Chris Kreider #20 of the Rangers celebrates his

Stephenson: Rangers have decisions to make as deadline nears

Will Rangers keep impending unrestricted free agent Chris Kreider, or deal him for prospects and picks as it has been presumed all season?

For Rangers, carrying three goalies raises questions
Igor Shesterkin has forced the Rangers' hand after putting up stellar numbers in both the KHL and AHL.
+ FOR OUR SUBSCRIBERS Stephenson: Rangers veteran Staal sees writing on the wall
Veteran, who has one year left on deal, said: When you get [to be 33], you start seeing the end come... but I'm going to [keep playing] as long as I can."
+ FOR OUR SUBSCRIBERS Stephenson: Lemieux takes responsibility for poor defense
As the veteran on a line with Chytil, 20, and Kakko, 18, Lemieux took it extra hard that the line was on the ice for three goals against. Lemieux was on for two of those goals.
+ FOR OUR SUBSCRIBERS Stephenson: Will Georgiev's future be on Broadway or elsewhere?
Georgiev is having an excellent season for the Rangers, but Igor Shesterkin has been dominant in the AHL. Also, Henrik Lundqvist isn't going anywhere.
Former Newsday writer Zipay writes book on Rangers' history
It tells stories from the franchise's entire history, including features from the 1994 Stanley Cup team.
Stephenson: Rangers' Staal itching to return to lineup
On Thursday, Staal skated with the team for the first time since undergoing surgery Nov. 8 to address an infection in his right ankle.
Stephenson: Rangers building strong base through Hartford
The Rangers made a point to improve the Hartford team this season with a new coaching staff, and it's paying off.