Rangers and Gerard Gallant Mutually Agree to Part Ways

New York Rangers President and General Manager Chris Drury announced today that the Rangers organization and head coach Gerard Gallant have mutually agreed to part ways.

"I want to first thank Gerard for his work and commitment to the Rangers during his time as head coach," said Drury. "I have a ton of respect for Gerard as both a coach and person and truly appreciate everything he did for us on and off the ice these last two seasons. After my evaluation of the season and discussions with Gerard, we mutually came to the conclusion that a change would be beneficial for both parties. I wish he and his family all the best in the future. Our search for a new head coach will begin right away."

"I would like to thank Mr. Dolan, Chris and the Rangers organization for giving me the opportunity to be their head coach these last two seasons," said Gallant. "The experience of coaching an Original Six franchise with such rich history and an incredibly passionate fanbase is something I will never forget. After conversations with my family and Chris, it became clear that this was the right decision for both myself and the Rangers at this time."