Recalled/Assigned: Vinni Lettieri recalled from Hartford (Recalled Again 1/12)

[Roo Returns]

Basically besides that DeHarnais goal and when Miller scores off the rush every 7th game, how many PPGs has that unit had? I'd be surprised if it surpassed two.

This is a chance for Lettieri to do his best Peter Bondra. Just get open and shoot on the PP. Don't ask any questions.

 

[HockeyBasedNYC]

He should def play on the power play. He was a real standout in the preseason and there's something to be said about adding another right handed shot to the forward group that is lefty heavy, especially with Fast being out of the lineup as well.

 

[Rangers in 7]

He should def play on the power play. He was a real standout in the preseason and there's something to be said about adding another right handed shot to the forward group that is lefty heavy, especially with Fast being out of the lineup as well.

you'd be surprised how much help a righty can have when we are so lefty heavy

I've been saying this for some time im amazed how reliant we have become on lefty shooters, that first pp worked so well early this season because of zip being able to play the off wing to fire shoots

the 2nd unit does not have it

 

[Edge]

Glad to see him get a look - I've liked what I've seen from this kid.

I don't see him as a big NHL point producer, but I think he has the potential to bring some good energy and modest offensive contributions to the bottom six.

 

[GlasgowNewYorkRanger]

Well, certainly no ordinary weekend to make your debut. I'm sure he wouldn't have wanted to make the line-up under these circumstances, but he has got to be pumped to think his second NHL game is going to be the Winter Classic after his debut tonight.

Good luck Vinny!

 

[eco's bones]

Well, certainly no ordinary weekend to make your debut. I'm sure he wouldn't have wanted to make the line-up under these circumstances, but he has got to be pumped to think his second NHL game is going to be the Winter Classic after his debut tonight.

Good luck Vinny!

Oh I imagine he's chomping at the bit....but this is the way probably the majority of players get their first shot--someone gets hurt. He might not be hoping someone gets injured but he's probably not all that unhappy about it either--as in this is his chance to show that he's capable. And anyway when Kreider's ready to come back there's a pretty decent chance that Lettieri goes back to Hartford--someone will have to unless another player gets hurt.

 

[GlasgowNewYorkRanger]

Oh I imagine he's chomping at the bit....but this is the way probably the majority of players get their first shot--someone gets hurt. He might not be hoping someone gets injured but he's probably not all that unhappy about it either--as in this is his chance to show that he's capable. And anyway when Kreider's ready to come back there's a pretty decent chance that Lettieri goes back to Hartford--someone will have to unless another player gets hurt.

Meant more in regarding the exact situation Kreider finds himself in, rather than just being out with the flu, bruised knee or such like. It's certainly the way many a player will make their debut, just gladly not normally as grizzly as it happens to be in this case.

 

[eco's bones]

Meant more in regarding the exact situation Kreider finds himself in, rather than just being out with the flu, bruised knee or such like. It's certainly the way many a player will make their debut, just gladly not normally as grizzly as it happens to be in this case.

Though Lettieri scored tonight and played pretty well I'd rather have Kreider in the lineup too. The blood clot thing really sucks. That could wreck his entire year and it could be the difference between the Rangers making the playoffs or not.

 

[AIexisLafreniereNYR]

Besides getting the goal, how'd Vinni look. I saw him score but missed everything else

 

[YoSoyLalo]

Besides getting the goal, how'd Vinni look. I saw him score but missed everything else

He looked like he belonged in his small amount of ice time. Made some very impressive little passes in the neutral zone.

 

[Roo Returns]

Pretty good game by him. A lot of the subtle little details he'll improve on as he gets more reps. Reminds me f Matt Read.

 

[Mikos87]

Really like this kid. He's got a lot of moxy and is a shoot first and don't ask questions type of player.

I think if he can stick close to his check, he can stick.

The team needs a spark like him. Plus the RH shot upfront is a needed boost.

 

[Mikos87]

Pretty good game by him. A lot of the subtle little details he'll improve on as he gets more reps. Reminds me f Matt Read.

Yeah before Read got the contract. Smaller frame, good hustle, good snapper with a quick release.

Read was a great PK option back in the day, but Vinny's got to show that he doesn't space out on his coverage like a Kevin Hayes out there. If he can prove that, then he sticks imo.

 

[Ori]

It was a great debut from Vinni reward him with a top 9 role - we need guys like him who can finish plays!

1 game 1 goal that`s what we enjoy to see!

 

[Kaapodonna]

Sent back down.
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[Pavel Buchnevich]

This doesn't make sense. Who takes his lineup spot?

 

[Crease]

Probably just to get some reps in during the bye week.

 

[Griffinbw]

This doesn't make sense. Who takes his lineup spot?

Could it just be for the bye week?

 

[The Crypto Guy]

It's the bye week guys...they want him back at HFD playing in their 2 games during it. He will be called back up if Hayes isn't healthy to go next weekend. I feel like they did this with Buch last year?

 

[Irishguy42]

It's the bye week guys...they want him back at HFD playing in their 2 games during it. He will be called back up if Hayes isn't healthy to go next weekend. I feel like they did this with Buch last year?

Yes, they did this with Buch last year when there was a sizeable gap in games.

 

[Edge]

In many ways, he's my third favorite forward prospect outside of Andersson and Chytil.

While I don't project him as a top 6 guy, I think the elements of his game - namely his hustle, relentlessness and ability to chip in some points, could translate well.

 

[DanielBrassard]

I have really liked his game for the most part. Seems to get into good shooting areas, is quick on the forecheck, skates well, has good hands. Seems to be lacking in vision, but I don't think he's ever been that type of player.

 

[Kaapo Cabana]

he has the hustle AV thinks Vesey has

 

[darko]

I have really liked his game for the most part. Seems to get into good shooting areas, is quick on the forecheck, skates well, has good hands. Seems to be lacking in vision, but I don't think he's ever been that type of player.

Seems like a guy that would do really well with Hayes.

 

[will1066]

Goodbye, Vinni.