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sports1 year ago

Rangers Secure Shesterkin with Record 8-Year Deal

The New York Rangers have improved their position significantly after a busy day, trading Jacob Trouba to Anaheim, which freed up cap space, and securing an eight-year extension for goaltender Igor Shesterkin with an $11.5 million cap hit. Despite the difficult decision to trade Trouba, the Rangers ended the day with a disciplined 4-2 victory over the Penguins, marking a positive turn for the team.

sports-hockey1 year ago

"Rangers' Trade Deadline Moves: Impactful Additions Without Sacrificing Future"

New York Rangers' general manager Chris Drury made impactful moves at the NHL trade deadline by acquiring Alex Wennberg, Jack Roslovic, and Chad Ruhwedel without sacrificing the team's future prospects or first-round picks. While the team missed out on adding more physicality, the additions have made the Rangers a deeper and more versatile team for their playoff push. The Rangers' playoff fate will ultimately rely on the performance of their key players, but Drury's prudent approach has positioned the team well for the postseason.

sports-nhl-trade-deadline1 year ago

"Rangers Make Strategic Acquisitions, Avoid Overpaying at NHL Trade Deadline"

The New York Rangers made value moves at the NHL trade deadline, acquiring a right wing, third-line center, and seventh defenseman for four draft picks, excluding their first-round selection. President and GM Chris Drury avoided overpaying and focused on filling specific team needs, emphasizing the importance of finding the best fit. Jack Roslovic was acquired from the Blue Jackets to potentially play on the top line, while Adam Edstrom was assigned to AHL Hartford. Alex Wennberg took reps on the second power-play unit and was paired with Jimmy Vesey during penalty-kill work.

sports1 year ago

"Rangers Trade Deadline: Guentzel, Roslovic, and Drury's Strategy Revealed"

New York Rangers' general manager Chris Drury took a more measured approach at the NHL trade deadline, missing out on star winger Jake Guentzel but landing three new roster players without sacrificing prime assets. The team quietly acquired a third-line center in Alex Wennberg, a skilled winger in Jack Roslovic, and a depth defenseman in Chad Ruhwedel, addressing specific needs without overspending. While some argue that Drury should have been bolder, he opted for a more cautious strategy after last year's big-name acquisitions failed to mesh. The article also delves into the details of the failed Guentzel deal and initial thoughts on the new additions.

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

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

"Rangers' Filip Chytil Out for Season: Trade Targets, Cap Implications, and More"

New York Rangers' Filip Chytil will miss the rest of the season due to a concussion, prompting the team to focus on trade targets and salary cap implications. The team aims to address the need for a center and potentially a winger, with Chris Drury expected to be aggressive at the trade deadline. The team's win-now mode is driven by the aging core of the roster, and potential trade targets include Sean Monahan, Adam Henrique, and Elias Lindholm. The team may also consider players from the Seattle Kraken and San Jose Sharks, with a focus on improving the team's chances for success.

sports1 year ago

"Rangers Shift Deadline Focus After Filip Chytil's Season-Ending Setback"

The New York Rangers are facing urgency to upgrade their roster, particularly at forward, as Filip Chytil is shut down for the remainder of the season due to a concussion. GM Chris Drury's focus now shifts to finding a center, with potential trade targets including Adam Henrique, Elias Lindholm, Jack Roslovic, and others. The Rangers will have Chytil’s cap hit from long-term injured reserve, providing more options for Drury to potentially acquire two forwards.

sports2 years ago

"Rookie Camps Kick Off: Rangers, Flyers, and Capitals Announce Rosters and Schedules"

The New York Rangers will be holding their 2023-24 Rookie Camp from September 13 to September 19, featuring two games against the Philadelphia Flyers at the PPL Center in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The camp will consist of 24 players and will include practices and games. The schedule for the camp has been released, with practices at the MSG Training Center and games at the PPL Center. The Training Camp schedule and roster for the Rangers will be announced at a later date.

sports2 years ago

"Rangers' Draft Picks: Ties to GM, Lucky Finds, Trades, and Hits"

The New York Rangers traded up to select defenseman Drew Fortescue in the third round of the 2023 NHL Draft. Fortescue, a former New York Islanders fan, expressed his excitement to join the Rangers and revealed his ties to the team, including being from Pearl River, New York, and having played with GM Chris Drury's son in youth hockey. Fortescue's family, who were in attendance at the draft, celebrated his selection, and he looks forward to potentially playing for the Rangers in the future.

sports2 years ago

The Changing Landscape of Coaching in the NHL and Beyond.

The New York Rangers are in search of a new head coach who can lead them to the Stanley Cup. The team is expected to win now, and nothing less will be accepted. The next coach must be able to embrace the pressure and spotlight of New York, command respect from veterans, and motivate the team as a whole. The Rangers have already moved on from Gerard Gallant, and it will be up to the new coach to reveal if it was the right decision. President and general manager Chris Drury is looking for the right fit and is not limiting himself to any specific type of coach or experience.