Matt Rempe has become the hockey equivalent of the individual who counts to 10 before he acts. Since returning Jan. 9 from the eight-game suspension that may well mark the crossroads of his very young career,

New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette issues statement on fan favourite enforcer Matt Rempe's recent performance since returning from his eight-game suspension.

Fifty games into the Rangers season, Adam Edstrom has played in every single one. The 6-foot-7 rookie has emerged as a defensively reliable fourth-line winger who can lead the forechecking charge and make things happen in front of the net.

Matt Rempe has been controversial for his style of play since he entered the NHL with the New York Rangers last February. But his recent play is changing that controversial narrative. Since Rempe returned Jan.