Rangers to return to outdoor practice for second consecutive year

Over the weekend the New York Rangers announced through social media that the team would have another open practice on December 15 in central park on an off day.

Even though the Winter Classic features the Chicago Blackhawks and the Boston Bruins, the New York Rangers are throwing their fanbase a bone in the form of another open practice. Last year, the organization had its first open practice in central park in more than 15 years and it drew a standing room only crowd on a crisp and cold Saturday morning.

Unlike most teams in the NHL, the Rangers are firmly hidden behind a curtain from the community at large. Aside from paid events or the annual Toys for Tots drive, the team does not…