New York Rangers: Reviewing Derek Boogaards Fights of 2010-11

Nick PerriNov 18, 2010

On July 1st, 2010, the New York Rangers signed Derek Boogaard to a four-year deal, with a cap-hit of $1.65million.

Many Ranger fans did not approve of the deal when it was first announced, but Boogaard has been a strong offseason acquisition thus far for the Rangers.

Boogaard has made the Rangers a tougher team, and has provided entertainment for his new team and their fan base.

The toughest player in the league is wearing a New York Rangers jersey not to score goals, but to be the teams top tough guy, and top fighter; and he succeeded thus far.

Boogaard has fought five times in 15 games this season for the Rangers, and against four different players.

This slide-show will review his fights, grade them, and label the fight as a win-loss-or draw.

1. Rangers Vs. Maple Leafs: Derek Boogaard Vs. Colton Orr

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TORONTO - OCTOBER 21: Colton Orr #28 of the Toronto Maple Leafs gets punched by Derek Boogaard #94 of the New York Rangers during game action at the Air Canada Centre October 21, 2010 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Abelimages/Getty Images)

10/21/2010-Derek Boogaard Vs. Colton Orr

Punches Thrown

Derek Boogaard: 10

Colton Orr: 10

Take Down

Colton Orr

Winner

Draw

Derek Boogaards Fight Grade

The fight started with five straight punches coming from Torontos fighter, Colton Orr, but Derek Boogaard fought back, throwing the next six punches in the battle.

Boogaard threw more punches to the face of Orr than Orr did to Boogaard, but the take down by Colton Orr at the end makes this fight an even draw.

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2. Rangers Vs. Bruins: Derek Boogaard Vs. Shawn Thorton

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BOSTON - OCTOBER 23: Derek Boogaard #94 of the New York Rangers skates against the Boston Bruins at the TD Garden on October 23, 2010 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Rangers won 3-2. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

10/23/2010-Derek Boogaard Vs. Shawn Thorton

Punches Thrown

Derek Boogaard: 8

Shawn Thorton: 4

Take Down

None

Winner

Draw

Derek Boogaards Fight Grade

Derek Boogaard started off well, throwing the first four punches of the fight. But Shawn Thorton came back and threw two heavy punches to the face of the "Boogey-Man". Boogaard ended strong with four punches to Thortons ribs, but he did not fight strong enough for a win.

(Sorry about the picture! I couldn't find a picture of the fight anywhere)

3. Rangers Vs. Flyers: Derek Boogaard Vs. Jody Shelley

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11/4/2010-Derek Boogaard Vs. Jody Shelley

Punches Thrown

Derek Boogaard: 12

Jody Shelley: 4

Take Down

None

Winner

Derek Boogaard

Derek Boogaard Fight Grade

After a ten second staring contest between Boogaard and Shelley, the fight began. Boogaard threw some quick punches at Shelleys side and face, but Shelley came back with a few punches to Boogaards side. After taking four punches from Shelley, Boogaard threw punch after punch, dropping Shelley once with a huge punch to the face, and then hitting him again while he (Shelley) was attempting to get back up. A clear win for the "Boogey-Man".

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4. Rangers Vs. Oilers: Derek Boogaard Vs. Steve MacIntyre-Round One

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NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 14: Steve MacIntyre #33 of the Edmonton Oilers fighting with Derek Boogaard #94 of the New York Rangers during a hockey game at Madison Square Garden on November 14, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Paul Bereswill/Getty Images)

11/14/10-Derek Boogaard Vs. Steve MacIntyre-Round One

Punches Thrown

Derek Boogaard: 18

Steve Macintyre: 11

Take Down

None

Winner

Derek Boogaard

Derek Boogaard Fight Grade

A-

Round one went well for Derek Boogaard, as he threw multiple punches to the face of Steve MacIntyre, including a helmet knock-off punch. Boogaard brought his A-game in this battle, and won the fight by punches. This was not the final fight between these two, though...

5. Rangers Vs. Oilers: Derek Boogaard Vs. Steve MacIntyre-Round Two

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11/14/2010-Derek Boogaard Vs. Steve MacIntyre-Round Two

Punches Thrown

Derek Boogaard: 11

Steve MacIntyre: 14

Take Down

None

Winner

Draw

Derek Boogaards Fight Grade

B+

Round two was an even match between the two heavy weight fighters, as both matched punch for punch. MacIntyre threw a few early punches, but Boogaard came back with multiple face and side blows. I can't give Boogaard the win, though, as the fight was pretty much even throughout.

Too bad these two teams only meet once this season.