Sam Rosen Honored in Final Season as Rangers Face Fan Backlash and Playoff Struggles

The Rangers celebrated Sam Rosen's 40-year career with an on-ice tribute, but fan outrage over a broadcast change and the team's poor performance overshadowed the event.

Sam Rosen, the New York Rangers' play-by-play announcer for 40 years, is retiring at the end of the 2024-25 season.
The Rangers honored Rosen with a pre-game ceremony featuring tributes, gifts, and appearances by former colleagues at Madison Square Garden.
Fans were angered by a last-minute broadcast switch that moved the tribute game from ESPN+ to NHL Network, limiting access for many viewers.
The Rangers' recent four-game losing streak has jeopardized their playoff hopes, leaving them in fifth place in the Metropolitan Division with 12 games remaining.
Supporters criticized the team's lack of effort during Rosen's farewell season, calling it an unworthy send-off for the beloved broadcaster.