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sports1 year ago

"Assessing the Rangers' Trade Deadline Moves and Their Impact on the Lineup"

The New York Rangers are set to deploy their trade acquisitions, Jack Roslovic and Alex Wennberg, in their upcoming game against the St. Louis Blues. Roslovic is expected to join the top line alongside Chris Kreider and Mika Zibanejad, aiming to boost the team's speed and offensive capabilities. Meanwhile, Wennberg will debut as the third-line center, tasked with checking the Blues' top forwards to free up Kreider and Zibanejad for more offensive opportunities. Additionally, defenseman Chad Ruhwedel, acquired from the Pittsburgh Penguins, will provide depth in the absence of injured captain Jacob Trouba.

sports1 year ago

"Rangers Acquire Alex Wennberg to Bolster Center Position Amid NHL Trade Deadline Moves"

Alex Wennberg, the newest addition to the New York Rangers, is ready to take on the role of a "shutdown" center, aiming to bolster the team's defensive capabilities and provide support for star center Mika Zibanejad. The Rangers hope to free up Zibanejad from difficult matchups by building a checking line around Wennberg, who is expected to slot in as the third-line center. The team also has its sights set on adding at least one more forward before the trade deadline, with Pittsburgh's Jake Guentzel emerging as a top target.

sports1 year ago

Rangers' Next Move After Acquiring Alex Wennberg

The Rangers acquired Alex Wennberg from the Kraken to fill a need at third-line center, but now they're looking to add a wing to complement Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider. With cap space and assets to spare, GM Chris Drury is considering several options, including Frank Vatrano, Jake Guentzel, Tyler Toffoli, Jordan Eberle, Pavel Buchnevich, and others, but may need to part with a first-round pick for a significant addition.

sports1 year ago

"New York Rangers Make Big Move, Acquire Alex Wennberg from Kraken"

The New York Rangers acquired center Alex Wennberg from the Seattle Kraken ahead of the NHL trade deadline, adding defensive responsibility and scoring capability to their lineup. The move raises questions about line combinations and potential further acquisitions, with Wennberg's presence likely impacting players like Will Cuylle and Kaapo Kakko. As the Rangers continue their push for the Presidents' Trophy, Wennberg's versatility and penalty-killing ability are expected to bolster the team's depth for the postseason.

sports-hockey1 year ago

New York Rangers Address Center Depth with Trade for Alex Wennberg

The New York Rangers address their need for a third-line center by acquiring Alex Wennberg from the Seattle Kraken in exchange for a late-second-round pick and a fourth-round pick. Wennberg's playmaking ability and defensive prowess are expected to stabilize the Rangers' bottom six, providing support for their top centers and helping drive possession. Meanwhile, the Kraken, who are unlikely to make the playoffs this season, acquire additional draft picks and may look to make moves for immediate impact players in the offseason.

sports1 year ago

New York Rangers Make Big Move, Acquire Alex Wennberg

The New York Rangers have finalized a trade to acquire center Alex Wennberg from the Seattle Kraken, with Wennberg expected to address the team's need for a third-line center. The Kraken will retain 50% of Wennberg's salary cap hit, leaving the Rangers with room to pursue additional trades. The Rangers are also reportedly targeting a top-six right winger, with Pittsburgh's Jake Guentzel and Anaheim's Frank Vatrano among the potential options. The team is expected to make at least one more trade before the deadline, with several forwards already off the market.

sports1 year ago

"New York Rangers Make Big Splash, Acquire Alex Wennberg in NHL Trade Deadline Deal"

The New York Rangers are acquiring center Alex Wennberg from the Seattle Kraken in exchange for draft picks and half of Wennberg's remaining salary. Wennberg, who is on the final year of his contract, is known for his passing ability and penalty-killing skills. The Rangers hope he can help fill the void left by injured players and contribute on the power play.

sports1 year ago

"Rangers in Final Talks for Alex Wennberg Trade"

The New York Rangers are reportedly one of the finalists in the pursuit of Seattle Kraken center Alex Wennberg, who was held out of a recent morning skate for "trade-related reasons." Wennberg could potentially fill the void left by injured center Filip Chytil and provide solid defensive play and penalty killing. The Rangers, along with the Colorado Avalanche, are believed to be in the running for Wennberg, who is a pending unrestricted free agent. However, the Rangers may need to sweeten the pot to convince Seattle to retain a portion of Wennberg's salary, as they are also pursuing other forward options.