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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Friday, February 8, 2019 Contact: Lindsay Salandra, Empire City Casino, [email protected] Josh Knoller, [email protected], (212) 938-0836 Abbey Ogden, [email protected], (212) 205-6633 Assets: http://bit.ly/ECCRangers20182019 Former NY Rangers Legend Ron Duguay Hosting Next Rangers Viewing Party of 2018-2019 Season on Tuesday Night, February 12 FREE viewing parties feature iconic former NY Rangers hosts including legends like Mike Richter, Ron Greschner, Adam Graves and others (Yonkers, NY) – Empire City Casino, in partnership with the New York Rangers, announced today the special guest host for the next NY Rangers viewing party on Tuesday night, February 12: Ron Duguay. The fun begins at 7:30 p.m. with Duguay mingling with fans, signing autographs and cheering the Rangers on as they face off against the Winnipeg Jets. Previous New York Rangers hosts have included legendary goaltender Mike Richter, Adam Graves, Steve Vickers, Nick Fotiu, Colton Orr and others. Ron Duguay’s Rangers skills shined on the ice and most recently in the announcer’s booth, serving as the studio analyst for MSG Network covering the Rangers for over 12 years. The viewing parties, held inside of Dan Rooney’s Sports Pub, are FREE for all to attend and begin 30-minutes before the puck drops. Hungry fans can enjoy $5 game-time specials, including Budweiser, wings, pigs-in-a-blanket and more. Joining Duguay for the festivities will be the Rangers Blue Crew, who will put fans to the test with Rangers trivia and offer an array of Rangers swag as giveaways during each intermission. This season's viewing parties kicked off last December with Rangers Legend and one of the heroes of the Rangers’ remarkable 1994 Stanley Cup Championship run, Stéphane Matteau. Fans can visit empirecitycasino.com for the latest announcements on this season’s Rangers hosts. The schedule for additional Rangers viewing parties at Empire City Casino this season include: Thursday, 3/7 - 7:30 p.m. at Detroit Red Wings Monday, 4/1 - 7:00 p.m. at New Jersey Devils For more on Empire City Casino and other events, as well as directions and public transit information, please visit www.empirecitycasino.com. ### About Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway: Empire City Casino is one of the largest entertainment and gaming destinations in the northeast. Featuring 5,300 of the hottest slots, electronic three card poker, blackjack, craps, roulette, baccarat and sic bo, Empire City Casino also offers guests year-round harness racing and International simulcasting, live entertainment including the best party, tribute and Latin bands, comedy, New York’s hottest DJ’s, and more. A plethora of dining options will satisfy even the most discerning palate with Italian cuisine at Nonno’s Trattoria; Dan Rooney’s, a high-energy sports bar; Alley 810, a craft cocktail lounge with retro bowling lanes; and convenient delicious options at the International Food Court or Lil’ Cocina. Visit Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway located at 810 Yonkers Avenue (off I-87 at Central Avenue) Yonkers, NY, Westchester County, open seven days a week from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Visit www.empirecitycasino.com or call 914.968.4200 for information. Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway, 810 Yonkers Avenue, Yonkers, New York 10704 914-968-4200 .