Rangers Announce Hadfield To The Rafters
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The Rangers have announced that the team will raise team icon Vic Hadfield’s number 11 to the MSG rafters on December 2nd before the team plays the Winnipeg Jets.
Vic Hadfield.
The ultimate teammate.
A legendary #NYR.Come celebrate with us on December 2nd
for Vic Hadfield Night presented by @budweiserusa when his #11 is raised to the rafters @TheGarden!— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) September 4, 2018
The Oakville, Canada native played 13 seasons with the Rangers and tallied 572 points (262G, 310A) with the Blueshirts. Hadfield was team captain for his final three seasons on Broadway, represented the Rangers in two NHL all-star games, and was the left wing on the famous GAG line of the early 1970s.
“As a player, Vic Hadfield embodied the heart, soul, and determination of a New York Ranger. His willingness to contribute in any way necessary to help the Rangers win earned the respect and admiration of his teammates and fans alike. – #NYR President Glen Sather pic.twitter.com/xHkVSBLa8P
— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) September 4, 2018
Prior to last season, only Rod Gilbert’s number had been sent to the rafters from the GAG line. Jean Ratelle had his number 19 raised last season, and it was then that Gilbert delivered the news to his former teammate in front of 18,000 cheering fans.
The moment Vic Hadfield found out his #11 would go to the rafters @TheGarden next year and join the G-A-G line forever! https://t.co/N2RzjgRLQB
— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) February 26, 2018
This is a long overdue honor for Hadfield, and he will take his rightful place in the MSG rafters alongside his former linemates.
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