As a Rangers fan, the ups and downs can sometimes be more than your Grade A roller coaster. Yet, as the prideful hockey fanatics we are who love the Blue-shirts endlessly, Ranger fans stick through it all; knowing d*mn well no matter how bad of a stretch we may be in, better things are around the bend.
The following three thoughts are those which almost every Rangers fan can relate to each and every season as of late:
1. Where the Hell is our Power Play?!
Specifically in the past two or three seasons, our power play seems to be nonexistent. This year's current statistics are also not desirable by any means. Being in the bottom third of power play percentage in the entire league is not where we picture ourselves, especially when you consider how successful a team we have been. It makes all of us wonder, "How in the world do we compete?"
2. Henrik; the God. The Myth. The King.
The most stable part of the organization is the individual who guards his throne. Henrik Lundqvist is no doubt one of, if not the best, goaltenders in the league. His consistency, although among losses at times, is what keeps the team afloat. So before you go to bed at night, be sure to send your thank you's to Mr. Lundqvist.
3. Bring on the second half/playoffs!
It can be bad. It can be despicable. It can be down right aggravating. However, no matter how difficult it may be to watch the first half of our season sometimes, we thrive in the second half. Hockey is definitely a sport where it counts to be hot at the right time. Catching winning streaks and playing top notch hockey late in the season it what helps to propel us to successful playoff games and the ultimate goal: Stanley Cup appearances.
So here's a message for those who oppose the Rangers: don't sleep, we'll see you in April.
