New York Rangers Owner

Sports Management: A Look at Ownership Structures

New York Rangers Ownership and Management

The Madison Square Garden Company

The New York Rangers are owned by the Madison Square Garden Company (MSG). MSG is a sports and entertainment company that also owns the New York Knicks (NBA), New York Liberty (WNBA), and the New York Islanders (NHL). The company also operates the iconic Madison Square Garden arena in New York City.

Dolan's Role as Chairman

As the chairman of MSG, Dolan oversees all operations within the company, including the New York Rangers. He supervises the day-to-day operations of the team, including player acquisitions, coaching hires, and financial decisions.

Origin of the Rangers Name

The origin of the name "Rangers" is not entirely clear. Some sources attribute it to Tex Rickard, the former owner of the New York Rangers. Others believe that the name was given by the New York press. Rickard was able to secure future NHL legend Lester Patrick as the team's first coach and general manager.