Burnside & LeBrun » Jul 2, 2009
GM Glen Sather, who has tendered some of the worst contracts offered in NHL history, deserves credit for being able to maneuver out of Gomez's contract (he was traded to Montreal) to free up the cap space and have the ability to make Gaborik an offer. Gaborik's deal is five years, worth an average of $7. (ESPN -- NHL)
Alaska NHL star Scott Gomez traded to Montreal Jul 1, 2009
Gomez said he first heard a rumor he was on the trading block while at a softball game in Anchorage on Monday night, then received a call Tuesday in which Rangers general manager Glen Sather informed him he was headed across the border. "It'll be an honor to put that jersey on,'' Gomez said. Gomez last season tied for the Rangers scoring lead with 16 goals, 42 assists and 58 points in 77 games. His average of .75 points per game was a drop from his previous career average of .83 and elicited... (Anchorage Daily News)
Gomez Traded to Canadiens, Higgins ... Jul 1, 2009
Viewed as a goal scorer by Rangers General Manager Glen Sather, he knows the expectations won t be any lower on Broadway. The scrutiny is unparalleled. (Suite101.com)
Wings' Babcock to coach Team Canada in 2010 Jun 25, 2009
Scotty Bowman, Glen Sather and Fred Shero and Babcock are the only coaches in the expansion era to coach in three or more Stanley Cup finals in their first six seasons. Babcock's climb up the coaching ladder included jobs in the American Hockey League, the Western Hockey League and Canadian Interuniversity Sport. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
NHL general managers wary of banning all hits to head Jun 3, 2009
"The Sam Pollock, Bill Torrey or Glen Sather, or whatever," Burke said. . (USA Today -- Sports)
Deja vu: Red Wings and Penguins poised for rematch Jun 1, 2009
Mike Babcock is the first coach to reach the Stanley Cup finals three times in a six-season span since Edmonton s Glen Sather two-plus decades ago. Last year, he cherished winning the Cup with his wife and kids soaking up the moment with him in Pittsburgh after Game 6. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Calm Avery makes better visit to NHL headquarters May 17, 2009
With Torts thrown into the equation and (general manager) Glen Sather, these guys are all here to help me and it feels good to have that support system and have an organization behind you. "That's what makes being a Ranger so special. Moving forward, that is going to be emphasized so much more.'' 2009 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. On Newsvine Rate Story:LowHighTop NBCSports.com storiesNBC Sports... (MSNBC -- Sports)
NHL Playoffs Being Overshadowed May 10, 2009
7 New York Rangers: would Glen Sather s move to bring Sean Avery back work. 8 Montreal Canadiens: Celebrating their centennial season with high hopes and expectations. (Suite101.com)
Rangers forward Naslund retires May 5, 2009
"I would like to sincerely thank Glen Sather and the New York Rangers for giving me the opportunity this past season in New York,'' Naslund said. "I would also like to thank the Vancouver Canucks and all of their fans for their support over the 11-plus seasons I was a part of their organization, as well as to the Pittsburgh Penguins where I began my NHL career. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Too late for Rangers even with beefed-up security? Apr 28, 2009
In a letter to Bettman, general manager Glen Sather complained that some Capitals fans took advantage of gaps in the glass panels behind Tortorella to deliver - up close and personal - a stream of ugly, homophobic taunts throughout the game. Despite team officials' complaints to a guard standing nearby, and later to a supervisor, the same fans were waiting for Tortorella when the third period began. (FindLaw News)
$1-million (U.S.) bail posted for Pocklington Mar 15, 2009
New York Rangers general manager Glen Sather came to the rescue Friday of Peter Pocklington, agreeing to post $1-million (U.S.) in bail, clearing the way for the release from jail of the former owner of the Edmonton Oilers. The offer by Mr. Sather, who served as Edmonton manager while Mr. Pocklington was the hockey team's owner, came during a U.S. District Court hearing in Riverside, Calif. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Sather posts $1 million bail for Pocklington Mar 14, 2009
Rangers GM Glen Sather posts $1 million bail for Peter Pocklington - ESPN ... -- general manager Glen Sather posted $1 million bail for former owner Peter Pocklington on Friday, two days after Pocklington pleaded not guilty to bankruptcy fraud charges. (ESPN -- NHL)
Vermette leads Blue Jackets past Hawks Mar 14, 2009
EX-OILERS OWNER ARRESTED: New York Rangers general manager Glen Sather posted $1 million bail for former Edmonton Oilers owner Peter Pocklington on Friday, two days after Pocklington pleaded not guilty to bankruptcy fraud charges. U.S. attorney's office spokesman Thom Mrozek said Pocklington will be subject to home detention and electronic monitoring. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Opinion: Most coaching changes have worked Mar 12, 2009
New York RangersThe firing: Looking for more fire and leadership, G.M. Glen Sather fired Tom Renney, who had guided the Rangers into the second round of the past two postseasons. The result: It's early, but things have looked good under John Tortorella. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rangers welcome Avery, make pair of trades Mar 5, 2009
"He likes them," general manager Glen Sather said of Tortorella's feelings for the new players ... He said he didn't have to be convinced by New York general manager Glen Sather to take Avery into a dressing room he believes is banded together. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
NHL trade deadline: Calgary, N.Y. Rangers look like winners Mar 5, 2009
Calgary upgraded its offense significantly by acquiring bullish center from the Phoenix Coyotes and offensive-minded defenseman from the Colorado Avalanche, while Rangers general manager Glen Sather looked to put a charge into his team by adding defenseman from Phoenix and from the Toronto Maple Leafs. TRANSACTION REPORT: GALLERY. (USA Today -- Sports)
Avery back in NHL, claimed by Rangers Mar 4, 2009
Dallas doesn't have an AHL affiliate, so Rangers general manager Glen Sather facilitated his move to Hartford. He was assigned there after all NHL teams passed on him during a first set of waivers. (ESPN -- NHL)
Briere activated, set for return to Flyers' lineup Mar 1, 2009
Is there anyone more overrated than New York Rangers GM Glen Sather. Our latest list is inspired by the Ovechkin-Crosby feud. (ESPN -- NHL)
Trade winds shift East Mar 1, 2009
The Stars will place Sean Avery on waivers tomorrow, and unless new Rangers coach John Tortorella can convince GM Glen Sather otherwise, Avery promptly will be back in a Blueshirt (the Bruins visit them next Sunday). Upon hiring Torts, Sather said he was convinced his new coach could grow to like Avery, but those two personalities seem destined for the front and back pages of the tabloids. (Boston Globe)
Could Avery and Tortorella co-exist together? Feb 28, 2009
During a conference call with reporters this week, Rangers GM Glen Sather sounded optimistic that Avery and Tortorella could co-exist in New York. "I think you always have to be cognizant of the fact that coaches have opinions of players," Sather said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Isles' Witt suspended 5 games for thrown elbow Feb 28, 2009
Is there anyone more overrated than New York Rangers GM Glen Sather. . (ESPN -- NHL)
Michael FarberON THE FLY Feb 27, 2009
The Rangers' Prague-on-the-Hudson approach after the lockout worked initially -- credit president Glen Sather for that -- but the ranks of the Czechs were culled, Jagr was often hurt, and New York went back to its bad pre-salary cap habits of overpaying mismatched pieces. In the end, Jagr exiled himself to Siberia and the Rangers' ability to score goals simply vanished. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Rangers' woes Sather's doing Feb 26, 2009
TORONTO One of the most astonishing things in an always astonishing league is the continued employment of Glen Sather. An examination of his record in all facets of operating an NHL team shows a long list of mistakes. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Tortorella making presence felt with Rangers Feb 25, 2009
" The laid-back Renney ran out of time in his quest to turn around the Rangers' sinking season. With only 21 games remaining and a playoff spot slipping away, general manager Glen Sather replaced Renney with the combustible Tortorella -- a Stanley Cup-winning coach with the perfectly opposite temperament he sought. "This reputation that I just kick the hell out of people, it takes on a life of its own," Tortorella said. "As a coach you'd better understand what your team is right now as far as... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Tortorella hire could fix Sathe00004000r's mess Feb 25, 2009
He was fired by New York GM Glen Sather, the architect of this poorly constructed Rangers team. "I think we all have to take responsibility for this," Sather said during a Monday evening conference call. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Tortorella sees tense Rangers team Feb 25, 2009
General manager Glen Sather, who let Tortorella go after a four-game stint as interim head coach in 2000, quickly made a deal Monday to bring back the leader of the 2004 Stanley Cup champion Lightning. No one took shots at Renney and his cordial nature, but most agreed a change to a tougher style was necessary to rescue the club. (ESPN -- NHL)
Renney out, Tortorella in as Rangers coach Feb 24, 2009
NEW YORK Once the decision was made to oust Tom Renney, general manager Glen Sather knew exactly what coach he wanted behind the New York Rangers bench. No more Mr. Nice Guy. (Yahoo News)
Reeling Rangers fire coach Tom Renney Feb 24, 2009
General manager Glen Sather dismissed Renney and assistant Perry Pearn on Monday. No replacement has been chosen, but assistant Mike Pelino and goalie coach Benoit Allaire remain with the team. (FindLaw News)
Rangers fire Renney, look for new coach Feb 24, 2009
General manager Glen Sather didn't immediately appoint a replacement. Renney, a former coach of the Vancouver Canucks, was 164-121-42 with the Rangers in four plus seasons and ranks fourth on the team's career wins and games coached lists. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Struggling Rangers fire Renney Feb 24, 2009
"I've been thinking about it the last couple of weeks," general manager Glen Sather said. "I wish it hadn't have come to this, but it did.". (Boston Globe)
Still Too Many Goals Being Allowed Feb 24, 2009
Glen Sather took over from Neil Smith as GM of the Rangers in 2000. Sather hired Ron Low as Head Coach, but dispatched him in 2001. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Renney fired » Feb 24, 2009
Renney was fired by Rangers general manager Glen Sather after he failed to turn around a once-promising season that suddenly spiraled out of control ... " Burnside: Sather Should Be Next After the Rangers' dismissal of coach Tom Renney on Monday, here's one question to ponder: is there a more overrated person in the entire game of hockey than Rangers GM Glen Sather, writes Scott Burnside. In recent home games, fans had chanted for Renney's dismissal. Sather made the decision during Sunday... (ESPN -- NHL)
Hagman lifts Leafs to OT win over NYR with PP goal Feb 23, 2009
The Rangers latest loss that followed Saturday's defeat at Buffalo created renewed calls for the firing of coach Tom Renney and general manager Glen Sather from the Madison Square Garden faithful. Despite the Maple Leafs spending large chunks of time in the Rangers zone, New York outshot Toronto 19-5 in the second period. (Anchorage Daily News)
Fading Rangers suffer another crushing loss Feb 23, 2009
It was an important goal and obviously an important point, said Renney, who again heard fans call for him and general manager Glen Sather to be fired. The fact that we got ourselves into that bind and got ourselves out of it is something to look at and build upon. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jim KelleyINSIDE THE NHL Feb 20, 2009
New Jerseyites and pretty much everyone else not hunkered down in the MSG offices would tend to point the finger at GM Glen Sather. Your humble correspondent will side with the majority on this one. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
NHL Roundup: Rangers beat Islanders, hold on to fifth in East (Today) Feb 19, 2009
Because the Rangers never trailed, there were no repeated calls for the firings of Renney and general manager Glen Sather as there were Sunday at Madison Square Garden. It was the Rangers' first regulation win since they beat Carolina at home Jan. 27 -- the last time Gomez had a goal. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Caps' Ovechkin does it again Feb 19, 2009
Because the Rangers never trailed, there were no repeated calls for the firings of Renney and general manager Glen Sather as there were Sunday during a 5-2 loss to Philadelphia. LATE TUESDAY. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Avery's road back to NHL to start in Hartford Feb 11, 2009
Avery thanked Rangers president and general manager Glen Sather for giving him the chance to resume his career. Dallas has sent a dozen players to seven other AHL teams this season, but Avery is the only one who has gone to Hartford. (ESPN -- NHL)
Luge upset: US ends German streak Feb 7, 2009
The New York Post reported that Rangers general manager Glen Sather was expected to speak to Stars co-GM Les Jackson about a timetable under which Dallas would place Avery - who left the Rangers in the offseason to sign with the Stars - on waivers. For Avery to be eligible for the playoffs, the Rangers would have to pick him up before the March 4 trade deadline. (Boston Globe)
