The New York Rangers have agreed to terms with Make-A-Wish forward Kayleigh Petersen today just before the game against Colorado.
By Jay Travers
Before the game tonight the New York Rangers made a last minute free agent signing.
Partnering with the Garden of Dreams and Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Blueshirts have made a 7-year old’s dream come true.
OFFICIAL: #NYR have agreed to terms with free agent Kayleigh Petersen from @wishnj. @gardenofdreams #GDFWEEK pic.twitter.com/4KePWNYXmn
— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) December 3, 2015
Kayleigh Peterson is going to be critical for the Rangers tonight, all players are looking to her for some good luck.
Adam Graves was the one who wanted Peterson, saying that, “She has tremendous skills and we felt her strength and character are through the roof,” per BlueShirtsUnited.
The deal is officially signed! Welcome to the #NYR family Kayleigh!! #GDFWEEK pic.twitter.com/vIQcfD1Pjq
— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) December 3, 2015
Not only is her one day contract impressive, but she is the first female to play for the Blueshirts.
Kayleigh Petersen is the 1st female in #NYR history to sign with the team by agreeing to a 1-day contract. #GDFWEEK pic.twitter.com/2oVrJ9oCSj
— New York Rangers (@NYRangers) December 3, 2015
This is nothing short of a class act, and the New York Rangers are known for this. Players are all involved with giving back to the community, and are all for helping those less fortunate.
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