Ron Greschner is a former professional ice hockey player who played for the New York Rangers for his entire career. He was known for his offensive skills as a defenseman and was a key player for the Rangers during the 1970s and 1980s. Greschner was born in Alberta, Canada, and began his hockey career playing for the Calgary Centennials in the Western Hockey League. He was drafted by the Rangers in 1974 and made his NHL debut the following year.
Greschner quickly established himself as a top defenseman for the Rangers, earning a spot on the NHL All-Rookie Team in his first season. He was known for his speed and agility on the ice, as well as his ability to contribute offensively. Greschner was a consistent scorer for the Rangers, with a career-high 24 goals in the 1977-78 season. He was also a strong playmaker, with a career-high 46 assists in the 1980-81 season.
In addition to his offensive skills, Greschner was also a solid defender. He was known for his physical play and was not afraid to throw his body around to make a play. Greschner was also a strong skater and was able to use his speed to keep up with opposing forwards.
Greschner was a key player for the Rangers during their run to the Stanley Cup Finals in 1979. He scored two goals in the series, including the game-winning goal in Game 3. Although the Rangers ultimately lost the series to the Montreal Canadiens, Greschner's performance was a highlight of the team's playoff run.
Throughout his career, Greschner was a fan favorite in New York. He was known for his rugged style of play and his willingness to stand up for his teammates. Greschner was also a leader in the locker room, serving as an alternate captain for the Rangers for several seasons.
Greschner retired from the NHL in 1990 after 16 seasons with the Rangers. He finished his career with 610 points (179 goals, 431 assists) in 982 games. Greschner remains one of the most beloved players in Rangers history and is remembered as one of the team's all-time greats.
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