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Rangers lose a key forward to a week-to-week injury setback The Rangers just took a tough hit — one of their most reliable forwards is now out week-to-week with an upper-body injury. Here’s how it impacts the lineup.

Rangers will face an early test to their depth with Trocheck out week to week.

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Rangers’ hopes of landing Jack Eichel are officially over after Vegas deal Jack Eichel’s Vegas extension ends years of Rangers rumors — the dream is officially dead in New York.

The Rangers' Jack Eichel dream is dead... once again. bluelinestation.com/rangers-hope...

Four possible outcomes for the Rangers' 2025-26 season and how to get there There are a number of different ways the 2025-26 New York Rangers could unfold. Here are couple of those scenarios played out.

Even after that brutal home opener, the New York Rangers have 81 games left to play this season. That means the path they ultimately go down is still wide open.

The biggest takeaways from Rangers preseason advanced stats The Rangers’ preseason advanced stats reveal some surprising storylines. Here are the biggest takeaways before the regular season begins.

The regular season opens on Tuesday, and now’s a good time to look at some underlying numbers from the preseason and what they could mean.

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Rangers make surprising cuts with top prospects sent to AHL as season looms With opening night just four days away, the Rangers sent Gabe Perreault and Scott Morrow to AHL Hartford.

With opening night just four days away, the Rangers finalized roster moves by sending Gabe Perreault and Scott Morrow to AHL Hartford. bluelinestation.com/rangers-make...

New York Rangers value jumps to $3.65 billion, 2nd highest in NHL The Rangers just ranked as the NHL’s second most valuable franchise in Sportico’s annual list.

The Rangers trail only one team in Sportico’s annual NHL franchise valuations, reaffirming their place as one of hockey’s biggest powerhouses.

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The Kirill Kaprizov dream Rangers fans quietly chased is dead New York Rangers fans can now stop dreaming of landing Kirill Kaprizov following his record-breaking extension with the Minnesota Wild.

Kirill Kaprizov won't be donning a Rangers uniform any time soon.

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Braden Schneider reflects on first game back with Rangers after long layoff Braden Schneider is back. After a lengthy time away, the Rangers defenseman reflected on his first game since April and how it felt to finally return.

Braden Schneider finally returned to the Rangers’ lineup and shared what it meant to get back on the ice.

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3 Rangers players to watch in preseason showdown with Islanders There are three Rangers to keep an eye on as they face the Islanders in preseason action and fight for roster spots.

As the Rangers and Islanders face off in preseason, all eyes will be on three players looking to make their mark ahead of the regular season.

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J.T. Miller’s status remains unclear as Mike Sullivan waits for update Mike Sullivan says the Rangers are still waiting for clarity on captain J.T. Miller’s status

The Rangers are awaiting more information on captain J.T. Miller, with Mike Sullivan noting that he’s still being evaluated.

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Why Will Borgen must make the most of his second-pair opportunity with Rangers Will Borgen is opening the season on the Rangers’ second pair, but if he can’t seize the role, Scott Morrow is waiting in the wings to take it.

Will Borgen is opening the season on the Rangers’ second pair, but if he can’t seize the role, Scott Morrow is waiting in the wings to take it.

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Why Vincent Trocheck should shift to the Rangers’ second power play unit Alexis Lafrenière is heading to PP1. That means someone has to move down, and Vincent Trocheck might be the right choice.

With Alexis Lafrenière set to get time on the first power-play unit, Mike Sullivan will need to adjust the lineup — and Trocheck may be the odd man out.

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The young winger has carved out a bottom-six identity, but a chance alongside the Rangers’ stars may push his game to another level.

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Rangers’ Mike Sullivan maps out plan to maximize Alexis Lafrenière Mike Sullivan has a clear plan for Alexis Lafrenière — and it starts with a top power play role that could unlock his best game yet.

The new Rangers coach believes a top power play role could be the key to unlocking Alexis Lafrenière’s best version.

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Why Juuso Parssinen isn’t the answer at third-line center for the Rangers The Rangers need stability at third-line center — and Juuso Parssinen is not the right answer.

The Rangers need reliability and depth down the middle. Juuso Parssinen is not the right solution for their third line center role.

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What would make the 2025-26 season a success for the Rangers? After last year’s setback, the Rangers enter 2025-26 chasing redemption. What would make it a success?

After a year of disappointment, the Rangers enter 2025-26 with big expectations. But what exactly would define this season as a true success?

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Today’s Rangers practice offers big clue to opening night lineup The Rangers may have just given away their opening night lineup at today’s practice 👀 #NYR

The New York Rangers’ latest practice groups looked close to a final roster, offering an early glimpse of what the opening night lineup could be.

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Artemi Panarin left the Rangers hanging after team-friendly contract offer The New York Rangers are getting ready for the upcoming season, as they look to make a run back to the playoffs with their new head coach in Mike Sullivan. The

Elliotte Friedman revealed on the latest 32 Thoughts podcast that the Rangers approached Panarin in hopes that he could sign a team-friendly deal like Anze Kopitar did for the Los Angeles Kings. But, Panarin apparently wasn't swayed by the offer.

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Gabe Perreault’s next big preseason test is now impossible for Rangers fans to ignore Gabe Perreault is being given an amazing opportunity to make his case to play a prominent role for the New York Rangers to start the 2025-26 NHL season.

The New York Rangers' top prospect is getting a golden opportunity to further make the case for starting the season in a prominent role.

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This Rangers prospect is leaning on Brad Marchand’s journey to find his NHL footing Brad Marchand needed over 100 AHL games before making his mark. One Rangers prospect is hoping to follow that same blueprint.

Brennan Othmann hasn’t yet locked down an NHL role, but he’s drawing inspiration from Brad Marchand’s long path to stardom as motivation to keep pushing.

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Gabe Perreault earns strong praise from Mike Sullivan as Rangers weigh next step Mike Sullivan is already seeing something special in Gabe Perreault. Could the Rangers’ top prospect be NHL-bound sooner than expected?

The Rangers’ top prospect continues to impress, and Mike Sullivan’s recent comments show just how close Perreault could be to making the jump.

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5 Rangers to watch as preseason battle with Bruins heats up Rangers vs. Bruins tonight! Here are 5 players who could make the difference as roster battles get serious in preseason. Who are you watching?

The New York Rangers are back in preseason action tonight at Madison Square Garden vs. the Boston Bruins.
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Connor Sheary's preseason performance thus far might push out a longtime Rangers depth piece Conor Sheary is making his case — but at whose expense? Could his preseason performance push Jonny Brodzinski off the Rangers’ roster?

The Rangers have veteran Conor Sheary in camp on a PTO. He's trying to make an NHL comeback in the bottom six, and it could come at the expense of a familiar face who had seemingly established himself.

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Should the Rangers pursue Kaprizov even if it means missing the Connor McDavid sweepstakes? Kaprizov or McDavid? 🤔 The Rangers may have to choose — which star would you rather see in blue?

Word of another rocky contract negotiation involving an NHL superstar has rumors swirling about a potential opportunity for the Rangers. Should they consider getting involved, even if it takes them out of a potential McDavid sweepstakes?

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Jonathan Quick shows he can still deliver as he begins another decade in the NHL Entering his 19th NHL season, Goaltender Jonathan Quick is about to enter a whole new decade of his life and his playing career.

The veteran goaltender continues to prove his value, giving the Rangers confidence that his experience and steady play can still make a difference.

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Is Matt Rempe ready to finally break through as a difference-maker for the Rangers? Matt Rempe came out swinging in the Rangers’ first preseason game 💪 Is this finally the year he breaks through as a real difference-maker?

After a strong first preseason game, Matt Rempe is making his case to be more than just a depth piece — and the Rangers may need exactly his style of play.

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Morrow's first impression might spark a little bit of defensive drama Scott Morrow made a strong first impression with the Rangers — and it could spark real competition on defense.

Rookie defenseman Scott Morrow wasted no time making an impact, and his strong start could create some unexpected competition on the Rangers’ back end.

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Miller’s return signals a new era of toughness for the New York Rangers J.T. Miller is the new captain — and he’s bringing a new edge to the New York Rangers. Could this be the toughness they’ve been missing?

The New York Rangers are counting on J.T. Miller to spark a tougher, grittier identity as they chase another deep playoff run.

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3 players who could make a statement in Rangers’ first preseason game Hockey is back! The Rangers hit the ice for their first preseason game — and these 3 players could steal the spotlight.

The preseason opener is the first chance for several Rangers to prove themselves — here are three names to watch closely.

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New coach Mike Sullivan is reshaping the Rangers with a modern staff, no fixed lines, and a system built on speed and structure. Will New York thrive with his aggressive forecheck or lean on a safer, conservative style?

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