The Maine Mariners announced Monday that the team has entered into an affiliation agreement with the National Hockey League’s New York Rangers.
The Rangers joined the NHL in 1926 as an “Original 6” franchise along with Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Montreal and Toronto. The four-time Stanley Cup champions play in the historic Madison Square Garden and have Hall Of Fame alumni such as Mark Messier, Rod Gilbert and Brian Leetch.
“We are honored to be affiliated with such an iconic team like the New York Rangers,” said Danny Briere, Maine Mariners vice president of hockey operations. Myself and coach Armstrong are looking forward to working with the Rangers staff and not only putting a great team on the ice here in Maine, but building future Rangers players for years to come.”
The Mariners begin play this October at Cross Insurance Arena. Season tickets are currently on sale. Information can be found on the Mariners website, www.MarinersOfMaine.com.
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