Chris Drury Makes Heartfelt Statement On Sam Rosen's Retirement

Sam Rosen is set to retire from broadcasting at the end of the 2024-25 season and Chris Drury had some touching words to describe what he has meant to the Rangers.

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Going into his 40th year as the play-by-play voice of the New York Rangers, Sam Rosen is set to retire at season's end.

Rosen has etched his mark in Rangers history and will forever be a part of the Blueshirts’ family.

Rangers president and general manager, Chris Drury, made a statement congratulating Smith while highlighting his incredible achievements.

“Congratulations to Sam on a truly historic broadcasting career and for providing Rangers fans with unforgettable moments,” Drury said in a statement. “After growing up a Rangers fan listening to Sam on television, it’s been an absolute pleasure to get to know him on a personal level in my years as a player and executive.”

“Sam will forever be connected with New York Rangers hockey and Sam and his family will always be a part of our Rangers family.”

When thinking about all the great moments in Rangers history over the past 40 years, it’s Smith’s voice that comes to mind.

Some people don’t have to play in order to make an impact on an organization and Smith is a perfect example of that.