New York Rangers 23-Year Old Prospect's Confidence Is On Display As He Issues Bold Statement
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New York Rangers goaltender prospect displays his true confidence when asked about his outstanding performance during the 2024-25 season.
New York Rangers prospect, Dylan Garand, had a career season in the American Hockey League with the Hartford Wolf Pack throughout the 2024-25 season. As the 23-year old tallied a recorded of 20-10-9, with a .913 save percentage, and 2.73 goals against average (GAA).
A pretty impressive season, something that helped him land a one-year, two-way contract extension with the New York Rangers worth a league minimum of $775,000 at the NHL level and $100,000 at the AHL level, with $125,000 guaranteed.
How Does Dylan Garand Feel After Coming Off Such An Amazing Season?
During a recent interview, Garand revealed his true thoughts on how he performed for the New York Rangers AHL affiliate team, the Hartford Wolf Pack, and while doing so he displayed a true sense of confidence.
Heres what he had to say:
«I feel pretty good about it,» he said when asked about the season. «Obviously, as a team, not where we wanted to finish, I'd have preferred we wrapped up months after April, but that's kind of just the way it went this year.
«I'm proud of the way I laid it on the line every night and competed,I tried to give the guys a chance to win every night. I think it was a good year for myself on a personal level, and I learned a lot.»
«I'm proud of the way I laid it on the line every night and competed,I tried to give the guys a chance to win every night. I think it was a good year for myself on a personal level, and I learned a lot.»
Many around the hockey community took notice of Garand's success, as he was one of the three goalies named to Team Canada's roster for the 2025 IIHF World Championship.
The 23-year old prospect believes his game speaks for itself, and that he's ready to take the next step into the NHL when the opportunity provides itself.
«I think I showed this year that I can be one of, if not the, best goalies in this league and NHL caliber,» Garand said. «Obviously, I'm waiting for my opportunity up top. I know that if I keep putting in the work, that'll come. Wherever I am, whether it is up there or here, I'm going to compete to win and keep working hard and getting better every day. «If I'm in Hartford, I'm really excited to carry the load for this team. It's exciting looking forward to that.»
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