Getting to Know Nick Bonino

Get to know the New York Rangers newest veteran forward Nick Bonino as he shared a little bit more about himself through a rapid-fire list of questions.

When you think of the Rangers, who is the first player that comes to mind?

[Mark] Messier.

What is the first thing that you want to do when you get to New York?

Get my house set up with the family, move in and get used to the area.

Favorite New York season?

Hockey season.

Who have you learned the most from in your life?

My grandfather was a pretty big part of my life and a huge fan of mine. He was very instrumental in everything I did, so probably my grandfather.

What is something that you need to have in your fridge at any given time?

Some soda waters all the time.

What is your all-time favorite TV show?

It's either Curb Your Enthusiasm or It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

What is your favorite sport aside from hockey?

I played so many sports growing up, I say right now it's pickleball. I've been playing a lot of pickleball. It's a trendy answer, but it's a lot of fun right now.

What is the first word that comes to mind when you hear MSG?

Historic.

What was your favorite subject in school?

Probably history. It's pretty cool to learn what happened in the past.

If you could have dinner with one dream dinner guest, who would it be and why?

I'd probably go Larry David, just with Curb Your Enthusiasm and Seinfeld. He's a pretty brilliant guy. I think that'd be a fun dinner.