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NEW YORK — New York Rangers coach Alain Vigneault finally did make it back to Madison Square Garden in time for Tuesday’s game.

Not without a little help from his Ottawa Senators friends, mind you.

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Vigneault, who hails from Gatineau and was at home with family and friends for Christmas, had originally planned to fly back to New York on Boxing Day, preparing to lead his team for Tuesday’s morning skate.

All that changed, however, due to the freezing rain which halted traffic. Like many travellers, Vigneault was stuck in Ottawa, unable to get out.

Come Tuesday morning, the easiest and quickest solution to get to New York was a unique one — jumping aboard the Senators charter flight.

Understanding the situation, the Senators graciously welcomed Vigneault aboard.

When Vigneault addressed New York media in the afternoon – he was originally scheduled to provide updates following the morning skate – he joked about the possibility of being fined for re-joining the team late.

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