Maybe in the New York Rangers‘ endless search for a running mate for Chris Kreider and Mika Zibanejad, the answer has been under their nose all along. Perhaps the solution isn’t another go-round with former No. 2 overall draft pick Kaapo Kakko, new acquisition Reilly Smith or a promising youngster such as Brennan Othmann or
Jimmy Vesey
When Jimmy Vesey chose to sign with the New York Rangers ahead of the 2016-17 season, there was hope that the winger could develop into a star. While that never happened, he has adjusted to being a top-six forward to a defensive bottom-six forward, and he is proving to be one of the team’s best-value
Everything seems to be going right for the New York Rangers. They’re on a seven-game win streak and have scored 15 unanswered goals. New York’s biggest names are living up to their high expectations, but behind the highlight reel goals and heartstopping saves, there lies another key to the Rangers’ success. The fourth line made
Much has changed since Jimmy Vesey’s celebrated arrival with the New York Rangers six years ago, the winger having spurned not one but two teams to make his way to Broadway as a highly sought-after free-agent prospect out of Harvard. Back then, it looked as if the Blueshirts had scored a big victory, landing the
With free agency kicking off well over a month ago, all of the most prominent names that were available have now been signed. That said, there are still a number of capable NHL players who are waiting on a deal, one that they hope will come before training camps get underway in mid-September. Related: 3
Welcome to our daily rumours article brought to you by Betway Sports Left wing options for the Winnipeg Jets Ken Wiebe of Sportsnet: The Winnipeg Jets will likely use an internal option for their third-line left winger spot – Jansen Harkins or Morgan Barron. Unrestricted free agent winger Sonny Milano would make some sense. He
Both the New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers are finishing a back-to-back when they face each other tonight at 7:00 PM. The Devils were unable to secure a win against the Boston Bruins, while the Rangers beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-3. The Devils will look to win one at Madison Square Garden against
The Vancouver Canucks came into the week as winners of their last five games. They continued to win games, picking up points against the Ottawa Senators and the Montreal Canadiens. With only three games left in the month, the team’s recent success has changed their approach to the upcoming trade deadline. Despite their success, the
It was a long time coming, but on Wednesday the NHL got back underway with the 2020-21 NHL season – re-aligned and revamped with all new rivalries. However, with the creation of the North Division, and the Toronto Maple Leafs set to meet the Montreal Canadiens a total of 10 times this season, it’s no
As we approach the start of the 2020-21 season, questions have popped-up about the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup in regards to what it will look like from here on out. Head coach Sheldon Keefe wasted no time on Sunday as he already gave a glimpse to his line choices to start training camp. Maple Leafs
Avalanche may not be able to afford Zadorov Nick Kypreos: Colorado Avalanche have a pending restricted free agent Nikita Zadorov to keep an eye on between the trade deadline and the opening of free agency on July 1st. Have been hearing that the Avalanche may not be willing to sign him up to a big
The Wild aren’t ready to throw in the towel just yet Dane Mizutani of the Pioneer Press: The Minnesota Wild have a 6-10-1 record heading into tonight’s game. Despite their record, GM Bill Guerin likes what he’s recently seen from the team and may not be ready to throw in the towel on the season
© Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Asking price to acquire and sign Jacob Trouba won’t be cheap Larry Brooks of the NY Post: The New York Rangers and New York Islanders are among the teams aggressively going after Winnipeg Jets defenseman Jacob Trouba. The New Jersey Devils are also interested. The cost to acquire Trouba is
Will Henrik Lundqvist finish his career with the Rangers? Jon Lane of NHL.com: New York Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist told Swedish paper Expressen that he isn’t sure if he’ll finish his playing career with the Rangers. “I don’t know if I’ll stay with the Rangers my entire career,” said the 37-year-old goalie, who has two
Risers and fallers of the New York Rangers season Larry Brooks of the New York Post: Again, there are always a few players that rise up or fall each season. Pavel Buchnevich became a big riser based on his second-half performance. His six goals in the last 12 games could be a harbinger of things