11 year defenseman Chad Ruhwedel(5) finds himself in a new uniform for the 1st time in 8 seasons.
He has been with Pittsburgh Penguins, but was just moved for a 4th round draft pick to New York Rangers, who saw use for him as they look to make a deep run in the playoffs.
The 5’11” 182 lbs. blue liner originally made his debut under NHL contract with Buffalo Sabres, getting his feet wet with a few games.
He did 3 seasons at UMass Lowell Riverhawks after 2 USHL stints for Sioux Falls Stampede.
From all places, San Diego, CA, the 33-year old’s best season was post-COVID, when he notched 4 goals and 9 assists and he also won the 2017, when he 1st moved to his 2nd team.
He plays 5 games in a Blueshirts‘ jersey and they want him to return for a full frame in 2024/2025.
For a 2nd straight season, he plays 5 games with the big club and records an assist.
He is really strong with affiliate Hartford Wolf Pack, scoring 3 goals and 15 assists in 50 games with a +12 rating.
Well, let’s see: 369 NHL games, 261 in the AHL and 12 pro seasons with 1 Stanley Cup is a good run and the 35 year old is ready to find something new to do with his ice time.