Rangers Nepotism Through the Ages | New York Rangers News

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It's July 6th. This is New York Rangers News Today, your AI-powered team coverage. This is a story about the New York Rangers and how the team's management has a history of bringing family into the organization.
Recently, Jim Dolan put his son, Quentin, in charge of the Rangers. We'll see if that works out this season, but it's not the first time the Rangers have faced accusations of nepotism.
Way back in 1934, Lester Patrick, who was running the team, signed his own son, Lynn, to a contract. Lester initially wanted Lynn to get more experience in the minor leagues, but some of his star players convinced him to give his son a shot. Lester ended up giving Lynn a contract worth $3,500 plus a $300 bonus. When fans and reporters found out that Lynn was going to take a spot on the roster, especially over a player named Art Summers, people were not happy. Lynn was called the boss's son and even mocked for his skating. The pressure was intense and some people doubted his abilities, thinking he hadn't earned his place. But Lynn Patrick pushed through. After just four games, he started to find his rhythm. The criticism faded as he finished his first season with nine goals and 13 assists, even adding points in the playoffs. He went on to lead the team in scoring multiple times later in his career. So, while nepotism might seem like a modern issue, it's a situation the Rangers have dealt with before.
It just goes to show that talent and hard work can often silence the doubters no matter who your dad is.