Rangers Defensive Pairings Need To Be Addressed & Adam Edstrom Could Develop Into Jordan Staal
Also, more on Alexis Lafreniere's extension and Lundqvist’s contract needs to be taken into consideration before Shesterkin's next one.
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Rangers’ Defense Pairings Must Be Addressed to Take Next Step
July 9, 2024 by Anthony Russo
As the early portion of free agency comes to an end, the New York Rangers appear poised to run it back with the core, minus Barclay Goodrow. Additionally, general manager and president Chris Drury decided to pull the trigger on a Reilly Smith deal, which will hopefully end the revolving door of right-wingers that have been featured next to Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider in the past few years.
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Rangers’ Lafreniere Can Earn Long-Term Extension
July 10, 2024 by Brian Abate
Alexis Lafreniere’s impressive play was one of the bright spots for the New York Rangers during both the 2023-24 regular season and postseason. The 22-year-old winger is entering the second year of a two-year, $4.65 million contract and he can earn a long-term extension if he can put together another strong season.
Rangers’ Adam Edstrom Could Develop Into Their Jordan Staal
July 11, 2024 by Tom Castro
The New York Rangers, like 30 other NHL teams, would love to have their own Jordan Staal. Unfortunately, there’s only one such player, and he belongs to the Carolina Hurricanes, the huge power center who can dominate games and even playoff series through his unmatched defensive prowess and 200-foot game, capable of shutting down his counterparts with size, strength and faceoff proficiency.
Rangers Need to Consider Lundqvist’s Contract Before Extending Shesterkin
July 11, 2024 by Brendan Azoff
If there is one thing the New York Rangers can hang their hat on, it’s their track record of elite goaltending. A position that is a sore spot for so many NHL franchises continues to be a bright spot on Broadway.
Jacob Trouba Would Be Rangers’ Third Straight Captain to Be Traded
July 12, 2024 by Lucas Standel
The New York Rangers and General Manager Chris Drury wanted to be bold this offseason and make moves that would shake up the roster enough to win the Stanley Cup this season. They started by waiving Barclay Goodrow, and he was claimed by the San Jose Sharks. However, they have not been able to accomplish the biggest move they wanted to make, trading captain Jacob Trouba and his $8 million salary.