Official: New York Rangers announce 2000 fans per game starting February 26

Anthony Scultore Updated: Feb 10, 2021

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The New York Rangers will be opening their doors to fans on February 26th. This coming off the heels of Governor Cuomo’s announcement to open arenas for sporting and entertainment events.

New York Rangers to allow fans back

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According to the Rangers statement:

We intend to host roughly 2000 fans at every, beginning with the February 23 Knicks game against the Warriors and the February 26 Rangers fame against the Bruins.

A source informed me that season tickets holders will have priority to those games. “We know our fans are anxious to return and we can’t wait to see them at the Garden once again.”

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— x – New York Rangers (@NYRangers) February 10, 2021

From Governor Cuomo:

Starting Feb. 23, with approvals from state health officials, stadiums with a total capacity of more than 10,000 people will be able to operate at 10% capacity. Negative PCR tests will be required for visitors within 72 hours of an event, and there will be mandatory, socially-distanced seating. Masking, distancing and temperature checks will be required.