To kick off the historic 85th anniversary of the New York Rangers, the original six franchise is bringing a host of exciting new entertainment elements to add to the in-game action for the Rangers home opener.

On Friday, October 15th, at 7 PM, Blueshirt fans will get to experience ACE FREHLEY, founding member and lead guitarist for the legendary rock band KISS, perform his hit song 'New York Groove' live at MSG.

During the first intermission, Food Network will introduce their very own "Ace of Cakes", beloved baker, Chef Duff Goldman who has created a special 85th anniversary cake to commemorate the team's history and celebrate the Rangers longest running season ticket holder, who has been a loyal fan at the Garden for 60 years. Duff will be filming an episode of Ace of Cakes in the arena throughout the Rangers game, and will be joined by Ranger greats Rod Gilbert, Adam Graves, and children from the Garden of Dreams Foundation to unveil his latest confectionary creation on the ice. The Cake will also be presented to honor the Rangers longest running season ticket holder, who has For the first time ever, Duff has included cupcakes in his cake design, which will be made available for a select number of fans to enjoy at the concourse during the game.

The New York Rangers take on the Toronto Maple Leafs at 7 PM at Madison Square Garden.

KISS News recently reported:

Original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley participated in Redemption Song on October 5th at Zanken Hall in New York. The program featured an evening of conversation and song exploring the relationship between artistry, dependency, recovery, and longevity. Hosted by HENRY ROLLINS, other panelists included blues/folk/jazz musician and singer/songwriter RICKIE LEE JONES, drummer Steven Adler (ADLER'S APPETITE, GUNS N' ROSES), and Darryl "DMC" McDaniels (RUN DMC).

Below you can find fan-filmed footage of Ace performing a drum-less 'New York Groove' at the event, with Eddie Ojeda (TWISTED SISTER) on rhythm guitar, Steven Adler on hand claps, and two unknown background vocalists.

As previously reported, Amazon.com is listing an April 26th, 2011 release date for the official biography from Ace, called No Regrets. The book was co-authored by Joe Layden who recently worked on MEGADETH mainman Dave Mustaine's autobiography, Mustaine: A Heavy Metal Memoir.

Simon & Schuster is publishing the book under the VH1 Books imprint and is described as follows:

Ace Frehley is known worldwide as the legendary original lead guitarist for the seminal rock band KISS and respected as a solo artist who has influenced generations of guitar players. KISS is known for its wild make-up, spectacular costumes, and theatrical live shows (not to mention their music)! Frehley will delve into his life as a kid growing up in the Bronx, his ups-and-downs and influences which catapulted him into a life of sex, drugs, and rock-and-roll, and reveal what it was like to be one of the founding members of one of the most influential bands in the world.

Ace Frehley said “I think Sinatra said it best…‘regrets I’ve had a few, but then again, too few to mention.’”

Jennifer Bergstrom, Vice President, Editor-in-Chief of Gallery Books, said "No Regrets is sure to be the next must-read rock-and-roll memoir.”

An Amazon pre-order for No Regrets is available below: