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NJ Devils Trading for Connor Hellebuyck Will Have Major Impact on NY Rangers

The New York Rangers have been able to put the bad campaign from last year behind them so far this season and are off to a strong start. However, a major

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NY Rangers trade rumor: Interest in Karel Vejmelka?

Per Steve Valiquette on Sportsnet, the latest NY Rangers trade rumor is that the Rangers have interest in Utah Mammoth goalie Karel Vejmelka. Originally, Vally noted that the Rangers have interest in Vejmelka, which would open the door for the Mammoth to acquire Connor Hellebuyck from Winnipeg, but that latter ship has sailed.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / October 23

Former Rangers captain reacts to Ron Duguay death: ‘treasure those years with him’

Nearly 50 years ago, Dave Maloney and Ron Duguay were not only young stars on the ice for the New York Rangers, they were celebrities off of it, filming a classic commercial for Sasson designer jeans and recording the campy yet popular “Hockey Sock Rock” song with several of their teammates.

New York Rangers News / Viral Sports News / October 23

Former New York Rangers Star Has Reportedly Died

Ron Duguay, a longtime New York Rangers forward known for his speed and distinctive flowing hair, died Thursday after a battle with stage 4 colon cancer.

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New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / October 23

The New York Rangers are experiencing NHL league average goaltending

Live From the Blue Seats is back as Rob, Dave, and Producer JL react to last night’s loss in Toronto. For the first time in 20 years, the New York Rangers are dealing with NHL league average goaltending, as there were several goals that looked like Igor Shesterkin would have stopped, but Dylan Garand could not.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / October 23

Early Stats Support That NY Rangers' Offense Has Improved

The New York Rangers have had a strong start to the season through their first 12 games. Now, with expectations starting to change slightly for the franchise,

Adam Fox News / Blue Seat Blogs / October 23

NY Rangers Recap: Adam Fox show ends in disappointment

If, at any point in the coming six months, we wonder where the Rangers could have gained a couple more points, look no further than last night’s loss in Toronto.

Justin Dowling News / Forever Blueshirts / October 23

Rangers Daily: Dowling makes his case; Canadiens captain out; NHL trade board

It feels a bit ironic that the week the New York Rangers bring in Luke Glendening — first on a PTO and then signing him to an NHL contract Thursday — their fourth line comes alive for the first time since Joe Veleno went down with a lower-body injury back on Oct.

Vincent Trocheck News / New York Rangers On SI / October 23

NY Rangers Reportedly Sought Different Mammoth Prospects in Vincent Trocheck Deal

One of the biggest moves that the New York Rangers made this offseason was trading center Vincent Trocheck to the Utah Mammoth. It was a move that had been in the works for months.

Adam Fox News / New York Rangers On SI / October 22

Road Woes Continue for NY Rangers Despite Massive Game from Adam Fox

Coming off a great game at home on Monday against the Anaheim Ducks, the New York Rangers headed up north for an Original Six showdown with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Compared to how well they have played at home so far, the Rangers haven’t seen the same level of success on the road this season.

New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Rangers add veteran forward amid hot start to 2026-27

The New York Rangers are one of the most surprising teams in the NHL through the early part of the season as they are in second place in the Metropolitan Division, just two points behind the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Luke Glendening News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 22

Rangers Sign Luke Glendening

10/22/2026: The Rangers have now signed Glendening to a full NHL contract, per a team announcement. Mollie Walker of The New York Post reports the deal is a one-year, league-minimum $850K pact.

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New York Rangers News / TV Insider / October 22

Ron Duguay Dies: Tributes Pour in for New York Ranger Who Was 69

Former New York Rangers star Ron Duguay has died. The late hockey player was 69 years old. Duguay’s death was announced on Thursday, October 22, by his children and girlfriend, former Alaska governor and VP candidate Sarah Palin, in a shared Instagram post with the caption, “Our hearts are broken.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / October 22

Rangers Must Translate Home Ice Success Into Road Victories

One of the better stories in the NHL to start this season has been the success of the New York Rangers, especially at Madison Square Garden. They are 6-0-0 at MSG so far, and this comes after a season in which it felt like the team was cursed on home ice.

New York Rangers News / Field Level Media / October 21

Rangers, perfect at home, out to improve road mark vs. Leafs

The New York Rangers will look to bring their road record in line with their remarkable success at home when they visit the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night.

Igor Shesterkin News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Are the Rangers for real, even without Igor Shesterkin?

The New York Rangers looked like a really nice story to start the season, jumping out to a hot start after two consecutive years of utter disappointment.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 19

Rangers thrash Ducks, reach 6-0-0 at home for first time in 36 years

Rookie Dylan Garand made 29 saves, Oliver Bjorkstrand scored twice and the New York Rangers remained unbeaten at home with a 5-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Monday night.

Dylan Garand News / Daily Faceoff / October 19

Rangers’ Garand is making the most of his NHL opportunity

The New York Rangers have been dealt a rough hand to start the 2026-27 season, but a young netminder is trying to make chicken salad out of chicken…well, you know.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 18

Rangers seek power-play improvement as Ducks visit

The New York Rangers hope they can effectively convert their power-play chances, avoid a third straight loss and stay unbeaten at home Monday night when they play host to the Anaheim Ducks.

Pavel Dorofeyev News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Rangers Should Expect a Strong Season for Dorofeyev Despite Slow Start

The New York Rangers made a big move this offseason, acquiring Pavel Dorofeyev from the Vegas Golden Knights and signing him to a seven-season, $77 million contract.

Alexis Lafreniere News / The Hockey Writers / October 15

Alexis Lafreniere’s Breakout Is Contributing to the Rangers’ Impressive Start

The New York Rangers have been one of the more surprising teams in the NHL to start this season. After finishing last in the Eastern Conference a season ago, they have gotten off to a 6-2-0 start and are one point back of the Carolina Hurricanes for first in the Metropolitan Division and first in the entire league.

Dylan Garand News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Can Dylan Garand become the Rangers’ savior?

The New York Rangers were dealt one of the biggest blows possible last week, losing goaltender Igor Shesterkin for the rest of the season. As if that weren’t enough, Joonas Korpisalo – the team’s veteran backup – was also ruled out for 3-4 weeks.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14

Alexis Lafreniere may be having breakout at perfect time for Rangers

When the New York Rangers won the 2020 NHL Draft Lottery and landed forward Alexis Lafreniere, the expectation, as it is with any No. 1 overall pick, was that he would become a franchise cornerstone and star-level player.

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Location continues to be the sticking point for a Dylan Larkin trade

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NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14

The NHL's early-season breakout players in 2026-27

While established superstars continue to dominate the headlines, a handful of former first-round picks are beginning to take significant steps forward in their development.

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New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 14

Rangers Recall Justin Dowling; Reassign Cole Beaudoin

The New York Rangers are swapping centers for their fourth line. According to a team announcement, the Rangers recalled Justin Dowling from the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack.