Ryan Callahan, rehabbing from postseason shoulder surgery, has been cleared for contact, but Vigneault ruled out the possibility of the captain being ready for the opener.
Ryan Callahan News
Ryan Callahan, by his own admission, likely won’t be ready to play when the New York Rangers begin the 2013-14 regular season.
Callahan, the Rangers’ captain, is still going through rehabilitation after shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum this off-season. “To put a date on it or a timeframe it would be a guess," said Callahan. "I think once you start getting into contact then you have a better idea of when you’ll be back.” Although there is no timetable right now, Callahan is not expected to be out for an extended period of time.
Callahan will return to the Rangers lineup tonight.
The Rangers are lucky that they were only without their captain for 3 games. Getting him back will be a huge addition to the Rangers lineups as he does it all for them.
After #NYR practice Ryan Callahan says his shoulder "feels good, there are no limitations"...still not sure when he will return to lineup.
Callahan has now missed the Rangers last 3 games but has practiced on back-to-back days now so could be nearing a return.
Callahan pleased with progress, said he practiced with "no limitations." As far as being cleared for contact, he assumes he is.
Callahan practiced in a non-contact jersey today but isn't going to play tonight. Looks like he could return earlier than expected.
After undergoing an MRI this afternoon, the Rangers have just announced their captain will miss 10 days to two weeks with a shoulder subluxation.
This is pretty good news for the Rangers because the injury isn't as serious as originally expected. 10-14 days isn't too bad considering the Rangers only have 6 games in the next 14 days. Keep an eye on who replaces the captain in the lineup as they should receive a boost in fantasy value.
#NYR say Callahan will undergo an MRI this afternoon.
Callahan hurt his shoulder last night after a scrum with Max Talbot. More news should be released this afternoon after his MRI.
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Ryan Callahan, who also missed practice yesterday for personal reasons, back as well
Callahan is not expected to miss any playing time. Look for him to take his usual turn on the second line.
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#NYR lines at practice: Anisimov-Stepan-Callahan
Looks like Callahan has a new set of linemates. He scored 28 goals and 53 points in 73 games.
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Callahan, Del Zotto, Erixon in the lineup
As expected, Callahan will play tonight. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
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Ryan Callahan says he's good to go tonight.
Callahan skating is a good sign that he will play tonight. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
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#NYR optional: Cally (right foot) skating,
Callahan skating is a good sign that he will play tonight. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
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Callahan is skating on a line with Dubinsky and Stepan today at #NYR practice
Callahan practicing on line rushes is a good sign for the wounded captain. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
Rangers say same lineup so no Callahan or Del Zotto.
Callahan remains banged up and has been held out of the last two games. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
Rangers captain Ryan Callahan (right foot), who has missed the last two games and five of the last eight sounded hopeful this morning in an interview on WFAN that he would be able to return tomorrow night when the Rangers host the Penguins in a crucial Atlantic Division contest.
Callahan remains banged up and has been held out of the last two games. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
Same lineup for the Rangers tonight, which means no Ryan Callahan or Michael Del Zotto.
Callahan remains banged up and should rest until fully healed. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
No Callahan or Del Zotto at NYR practice
Callahan remains banged up and should rest until fully healed. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
Callahan will not play v NYI
Sounds like Callahan won't play tonight. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
Ryan Callahan is not skating this morning for #NYR; @BDubi17 on line with @BRichards_1991 and @CarlHagelin
Sounds like Callahan is questionable with his nagging foot injury. Through 64 games, he scored 26 goals and 48 points.
Ryan Callahan off early from practice today #NYR Rest of team still going
After last night's loss, Callahan admitted to not playing at 100 percent. Check back later to see his availability for the rest of the week.