Something happened that Rangers fans since 1940 have not seen

WHEN: Game Six of the 1996 World SeriesSTARS WHO COULD HAVE BEEN HEROES: Chuck Knoblauch, Mariano RiveraWHAT: John Wetteland was the closer for the New York Yankees, who closed out all four wins for New York in the World Series against the Atlanta Braves.Sure, the heroics of Knoblauch and Derek Jeter were well documented, but Wetteland needed to close out big games for the Yankees to win their first title since 1978 And he did. He was moved around the league during his career, but his two years with the Yankees will be remembered mostly for his four crucial saves against the defending champion Braves. WHEN: Game Six of the 1980 Stanley Cup FinalsSTARS THAT COULD HAVE BEEN HEROES: Denis Potvin, Ken MorrowWHAT: Bobby Nystrom might not be unheralded as much as the other heroes on this list, but he is someone who really was unknown when he came into the Islanders organization. However, he soon developed into a hard-working, tough player, and his team during the early 80's was the best in hockey.He scored in overtime in Game Six of the Stanley Cup finals to give the Islanders their first championship in franchise history They would go on to win four consecutive titles.. It was notable because he was not known as a power hitter, having hit just 40 home runs in 12 years in the major leagues, and occupying the ninth spot in the batting order. The Yankees went on to win the game 5-4, securing the division title in the process.He is now known as Bucky "Bleeping" Dent among all Boston Red Sox fans. WHEN: 1993-94 SeasonSTARS THAT COULD HAVE BEEN HEROES: Patrick Ewing, Charles OakleyWHAT: He went from being an undrafted rookie, to a Golden State Warrior, and then a New York Knick.

He was only on the roster because he hurt himself while playing around with Patrick Ewing. The Knicks could not release him, so he ended up staying, if only for being a bench player.Starks not only started as the point guard, but he was involved in guiding the Knicks to the NBA Finals in 1994. WHEN: Game Three of the 1969 World SeriesSTARS THAT COULD HAVE BEEN HEROES: Tom Seaver, Al WeisWHAT: Tommie Agee made two unbelievable catches in the outfield during Game Three of the 1969 World Series. Also, he hit a lead-off home run that game to put the Mets on the board. He couldn't hit anything.Not only did he hit the home-run to clinch the pennant, but he launched himself into New York legend.. WHEN: Game Three of the 1986 NLCS STARS THAT COULD HAVEN BEEN HEROES: Keith Hernandez, Darryl StrawberryWHAT: Down by one run in the bottom of the ninth inning, the New York Mets were running out of time.

They needed to win Game Three in order to clinch this series as soon as possible.Lenny Dykstra, with a man on, launched a game-winning, two run homer against the Houston Astros. He was always known as a tough guy, but he was now in Mets' legend for his clutch efforts against the Houston bullpen. WHEN: Game Seven of the 1994 Eastern Conference FinalsSTARS THAT COULD BEEN HEROES: Mark Messier, Brian LeetchIn the second overtime of the deciding game in Madison Square Garden, Matteau wrapped around an innocent puck towards Martin Brodeur. Something happened that Rangers fans since 1940 have not seen. Magic.The puck went in.The Rangers went to the Stanley Cup Finals and won in seven game against the Vancouver Canucks, and while Messier and Leetch are looked upon asheroes for their efforts, Gary Rose's radio call of "MATTEAU!, MATTEAU!, MATTEAU!" will remind everyone of who the greatest hero for the Rangers was..