Rangers sign GM Chris Drury to a multi-year contract extension

This just in, the New York Rangers have signed general manager Chris Drury to a multi-year contract extension. 

Rangers owner James Dolan made the announcement himself on the team's website.

“I am pleased that Chris will continue to lead the Rangers hockey operations in his role as President and General Manager,” said James L. Dolan, MSG Sports Executive Chairman and CEO. “Over his tenure, Chris has shown passion for the Rangers, relentless work ethic, and a tireless pursuit of excellence. While we are all disappointed in what transpired this past season, I am confident in his ability to guide this organization to success.”

“I am honored to sign this contract extension and continue in this position with the team I grew up supporting,” Drury said. “As I said when I began in this role nearly four years ago, there isn’t a more special organization in hockey and I look forward to continuing our work this offseason to help us reach our goals for next season and in the coming years.”

Click below for the full press release announcement:

Rangers fans online are shocked. 

With the the dismissal of head coach Peter Laviolette and with the team making several high profile moves this past season, it appeared that the team was set for a complete housecleaning. New coach, new GM, new captain, new direction, etc...

But it appears that Dolan is content to double down on Drury and to help lead the team back into playoff contention. Thoughts, Rangers fans? I certainly didn't see this move coming... or, at least, not so early in the offseason.