NY Rangers Claim Goalie Auld Off Waivers from Stars

The New York Rangers announced today that they have claimed goaltender Alex Auld off re-entry waivers from the Dallas Stars. The Rangers will be responsible for half of his remaining salary for the season, while the Stars will be on the hook for the other half. In 21 games this season with the Stars, Auld has a 9-6-3 record, a 3.00 GAA, and a .894 save percentage. The Rangers will be the seventh team of his career, having previously played for the Vancouver Canucks, Florida Panthers, Boston Bruins, Phoenix Coyotes, Ottawa Senators, and the Stars. Not a bad move for the Rangers, as they had been seeking an experienced backup goaltender since December after waiving and sending Stephen Valiquette to the minors. Auld will be a steady backup for the team and will help take some of the pressure off of starter Henrik Lundqvist. This move will also put an end to any Marty Turco trade rumors, as it is now apparent the Stars intend to go with Turco and recently acquired Kari Lehtonen for the rest of the season.