Ex-NHL Defenseman Calls Matt Rempe The Worst Player in The League
Ex-NHL defenseman Jordan Schmaltz called Matt Rempe the worst player in the League after the enforcer returned to the lineup following his eight-game suspension.
Last night, the New York Rangers were in action to face the New Jersey Devils in a crucial game for the standings.
With only five points separating the Columbus Blue Jackets at the fourth spot and the Philadelphia Flyers at the eighth, all games between division rivals will be important.
It's no secret that the Rangers have been struggling lately, but offered a great performance against the New Jersey Devils yesterday, winning 3-2 in overtime.
New York could count on some welcomed reinforcements, as Matt Rempe was back in the lineup following his eight-game suspension for his dirty hit on Dallas Stars' defenseman Miro Heiskanen.
Rempe seems to have learned his lessons. Ahead of the game, in a press conference, Rempe showed that he understands he must change his style on the ice, saying that he's a "marked man":
With that in mind, it wouldn't be surprising to see Rempe struggle to find his rhythm. He has to change one of the most important parts of his game, and while he readjusts, he could struggle on the ice.
Last night, he was invisible, showing that he'll need to work on his skills and speed before being able to help his team win games without his physicality.
The former NHLer Jordan Schmaltz didn't mince his words about Rempe's game, saying he could be one of the worst players in the entire league.
In his own words:
Fans are eager to see if Rempe can change his style. If not, his NHL career could be shorter than most people predicted.
