The Athletic Hockey Show Should the Rangers fire Chris Drury?
Jan 15, 2026
Dominik Luszczyszyn, a hockey writer and analytics specialist, dives into the Rangers' tumultuous season, where 'Fire Drury' chants resonate amidst their struggles. He analyzes Dougie Hamilton's resurgence with the Devils and the Sabres' impressive 14-win streak, highlighting the excitement around their playoff hopes. The conversation also shifts to comparing Connor McDavid's current 20-game point streak with Sidney Crosby's historic achievement, exploring the nuances of attention and impact in the game.
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Dog In A Leafs Collar
- Hailey Salvian shared a personal story about her dog Bono wearing a Toronto Maple Leafs collar from the dollar store while in a cone.
- She joked Bono paraded around in shame after the Leafs' result, illustrating fan embarrassment humorously.
Rangers' Problems Run Deeper Than One Coach
- The Rangers' losses reflect deeper roster and drafting failures rather than isolated game issues.
- The absence of Igor Shostakokin amplifies those weaknesses and exposes goaltending and defensive gaps.
Drafting Misses Hurt Long-Term Competitiveness
- Missed high-end draft picks left the Rangers without a reliable internal pipeline of talent.
- That long-term drafting damage helps explain the current lineup shortcomings and fan frustration.