Frequently Asked Questions

The Rangers were founded in 1926, making them one of the NHL's "Original Six" franchises. They've played in New York at Madison Square Garden for their entire history — nearly a century on Broadway.

The name traces back to Madison Square Garden president George Lewis "Tex" Rickard, who was awarded the franchise in 1926. The new team was quickly dubbed "Tex's Rangers," and the Rangers name stuck for good.

The Rangers' leadership runs through a veteran core that includes stars like Artemi Panarin, Mika Zibanejad, and Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Adam Fox, with Igor Shesterkin anchoring the crease. The captaincy has changed hands in recent seasons — check the current roster for the latest on the "C" and alternates.

The Rangers play in the Metropolitan Division of the Eastern Conference. Division rivals include the New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Washington Capitals, Carolina Hurricanes, and Columbus Blue Jackets.

Yes — four times: 1928, 1933, 1940, and 1994. The 1994 championship, led by captain Mark Messier, ended a 54-year drought and is one of the most celebrated title runs in NHL history. The Rangers most recently reached the Stanley Cup Final in 2014.

Madison Square Garden, "The World's Most Famous Arena," located at 4 Pennsylvania Plaza on 7th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. It sits directly above Penn Station and holds roughly 18,006 fans for hockey.

New York prices run higher than most NHL markets and vary by opponent, day, and seat:

• Upper bowl (200 level): $60-$180
• Chase Bridges: $150-$400
• Lower bowl (100 level): $200-$600+
• Playoff games: Prices climb significantly

Buy from the official team site (nhl.com/rangers/tickets) or verified resellers like Ticketmaster, StubHub, or SeatGeek.

Doors typically open 1 hour before puck drop for regular season games, and earlier for playoff games. Arriving early lets you watch warmups and beat the crowds at concessions.

Madison Square Garden enforces a strict small-bag policy, and the exact allowed dimensions can change. Check the current policy on the official Garden or Rangers site before you go, and travel as light as possible. All bags are subject to search.

It's the signature roar of the Garden — a rhythmic "Let's Go Rangers!" that rolls through all three levels of the building and, on big nights, spills out onto 7th Avenue. When 18,000 fans get it going, few atmospheres in hockey compare.

It's one of the oldest chants in the building, born from the fierce Rangers-Islanders rivalry after a controversial 1979 hit by Islanders defenseman Denis Potvin. Decades later, Garden fans still respond to a whistled tune with "Potvin sucks!" — a piece of living Rangers history.

For 54 years after the 1940 championship, opposing fans (especially the Islanders) taunted the Rangers by chanting "1940!" to remind them of the drought. When the Rangers finally won the Cup in 1994, the chant was silenced for good — and the "Now I can die in peace" sign at the Garden became iconic.

Nine numbers hang above the ice: #1 Ed Giacomin, #2 Brian Leetch, #3 Harry Howell, #7 Rod Gilbert, #9 (Andy Bathgate & Adam Graves), #11 (Vic Hadfield & Mark Messier), #30 Henrik Lundqvist, #35 Mike Richter, and #99 Wayne Gretzky (retired league-wide).

Most local Rangers broadcasts air on MSG Network. National games appear on ESPN, TNT, ABC, or NHL Network. See our How to Watch guide for complete details.

Rangers radio broadcasts have aired on ESPN 98.7 FM in the New York market. You can also listen through the New York Rangers app, the NHL app, or streaming services like TuneIn. Broadcast details can change year to year, so confirm the current flagship station.

Yes! Options include:

• MSG+ app: Local Rangers games with a subscription or provider login
• ESPN+: Out-of-market and select exclusive games
• Fubo / DirecTV Stream: Streaming alternatives that carry regional and national coverage

Welcome! Here's a quick start:

• Read our Franchise History to understand nearly a century of Rangers hockey
• Check the Roster to learn the current players
• Catch a game at the Garden — there's no better way to become a fan!
• Follow @NYRangers on social media

Blue is the color of choice! A Rangers sweater, a blue t-shirt, or any Blueshirts gear will help you fit right in at the Garden. Don't have anything yet? The team store inside Madison Square Garden has you covered.

• Royal Blue (0038A8): The primary Rangers color
• Red (CE1126): The classic accent, seen in the diagonal "RANGERS" wordmark
• White: Used in home jerseys and trim