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Why Matthew Robertson Should Be Third-Pair Defenseman for NY Rangers

The New York Rangers will be starting off the 2026-27 season soon, and the hope will be that this is an improved team. Following a year to forget for the franchise, the Rangers are hoping to turn the page this year.

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Rangers bringing much smaller roster than usual to training camp

The New York Rangers will have just 48 players on hand when they open training camp in Tarrytown, New York, on Wednesday, with the four-game preseason set to open on Sept.

Liam Greentree News / Forever Blueshirts / September 15

NHL prospects expert says Rangers ‘need more skill,’ but praises Greentree

There’s something Russ Cohen saw this past weekend about the New York Rangers prospects during the Rookie Series against their Philadelphia Flyers counterparts that can’t be remedied right away.

New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / September 15

NY Rangers, Gabe Perreault Reportedly Not Engaging in Extension Talks is Surprising

The New York Rangers are getting set for the upcoming season, and hopes are high with a lot of new faces joining the team this summer. Coming off a terrible campaign last season, the Rangers will be focused on improving and getting back into playoff contention this coming season.

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New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / September 15

NY Rangers' Backup Goalie Competition Will Have Major Ramifications for Franchise

The New York Rangers are getting set for the start of training camp this week, and the team will have a few key battles to keep an eye on. Coming off a down season, the Rangers were extremely aggressive this summer in trying to get better.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / September 15

Should Rangers lock up Gabe Perreault now — or wait another year?

The New York Rangers face an interesting question with forward Gabe Perreault after his former Boston College linemate Ryan Leonard inked an eight-year, $84 million contract with the Washington Capitals on Tuesday.

Connor Bedard News / Forever Blueshirts / September 15

Rangers Daily: Backup goalie debate; Bedard named Blackhawks captain

It’s probably pretty safe to say that the Blueshirts Faithful are collectively mostly happy with what the New York Rangers did to improve their roster this offseason.

Ivan Patrikhayev News / The Hockey Writers / September 15

Rangers’ Prospect Ivan Patrikhayev Speaks on Development, Playoff Hockey, and Learning From the Best

After a strong rookie season with CSKA Moscow in the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), defenseman Ivan Patrikhayev was selected in the seventh round at the 2026 NHL Entry Draft with the 193rd overall pick.

New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / September 15

NY Rangers Defensemen Depth Could Be in Danger via Waivers

One of the items on the New York Rangers’ offseason checklist was to improve their team defensively. When Adam Fox went down with an injury, the blueline production crumbled.

Joonas Korpisalo News / Forever Blueshirts / September 15

4 reasons why Rangers may have gotten it right with Joonas Korpisalo trade

The New York Rangers kicked off the start of NHL free agency on July 1 by making a trade, one that left many scratching their heads. The Rangers acquired goaltender Joonas Korpisalo from the Boston Bruins in exchange for a 2028 fourth-round draft pick and forward prospect Kalle Vaisanen.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / September 15

How will the 2026 Rangers preseason play out?

Live From the Blue Seats is back as Producer JL rides solo to talk Rangers preseason hockey. The prospect tournament this weekend went well, and now we wait for the preseason roster and camp to open.

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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.

New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / September 15

NY Rangers Top Prospect Was a Standout Performer in Rookie Camp

New York Rangers hockey was officially back, sort of, last week with rookie camp getting underway in Tarrytown, New York, at the MSG Training Center. It is a great opportunity for some of the younger players in the organization to get acclimated to the professional game before the veterans report for camp later this week.

Alberts Smits News / New York Rangers On SI / September 14

Why NY Rangers Should Start Alberts Smits in AHL

As the New York Rangers get set for training camp, all eyes will be on the new faces for the team. Furthermore, who will make the team in a couple of roster

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New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / September 14

Rangers report card after being swept in Rookie Series by Flyers

The New York Rangers prospects lost a pair of games this weekend to the Philadelphia Flyers in the annual “Rookie Series” in Allentown, PA. The Rangers lost 3-2 on Saturday, and dropped a 4-1 decision Sunday.

NHL News / New York Rangers On SI / September 14

NY Rangers Struggled in Rookie Scrimmages Against Flyers

The New York Rangers opened training camp for their rookies last week, which culminated in scrimmages against the Philadelphia Flyers. It was an opportunity for young players to make a good first impression before the veterans arrive later this week to start the full training camp, but things didn’t go well for the Rangers.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

3 New York Rangers Training Camp Storylines to Follow

With the 2026-27 NHL season around the corner, training camps are opening up around the league this week. The New York Rangers are going to be one of the more interesting teams to watch, as they have shaken up their roster in hopes of getting back to the playoffs.

Dylan Roobroeck News / Forever Blueshirts / September 14

Rangers standout prospects at Rookie Series, including Dylan Roobroeck

New York Rangers prospects played a pair of roookie games against their Philadelphia Flyers counterparts in a back-to-back over the weekend. Dubbed the “Rookie Series,” the Rangers lost each game and scored just three goals along the way.

New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / September 14

NY Rangers' Second Line Will Be Key for 2026-27 Season

With training camp set to start soon for the New York Rangers, the team will be seeking to turn things around in a big way. Following missing the playoffs

New York Rangers News / Daily Faceoff / September 14

2026-27 NHL team preview: New York Rangers

X = Player has not yet chosen new number, per team spokesperson The 2025-26 season was supposed to be a bounceback campaign in which the New York Rangers proved that their crash-and-burn effort from 2024-25 that saw them go from winning the Presidents’ Trophy the year prior to out of the playoffs altogether was a fluke.

Liam Greentree News / Forever Blueshirts / September 13

Liam Greentree scores, but Rangers rookies lose again to Flyers

Liam Greentree scored his first goal in a New York Rangers uniform Sunday, but it was the only one his team scored in a 4-1 loss to Philadelphia Flyers prospects at PPL Center in Allentown, PA.

Malcolm Spence News / New York Rangers On SI / September 13

Malcolm Spence’s Role With Michigan Will Prepare Him for NY Rangers

The New York Rangers didn’t own a first-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, but they came away with a player who certainly has the upside of someone selected within the first 32 picks of a draft.

Carson Soucy News / Forever Blueshirts / September 13

Former Rangers defenseman joins division rival Blue Jackets on PTO

It looks like Carson Soucy will continue his late-career tour of the Metropolitan Division. The former Rangers defenseman agreed to a PTO with the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday and will attend their training camp, which begins this upcoming week.

Drew Fortescue News / The Hockey Writers / September 11

Rangers’ Prospect Drew Fortescue Can Develop Into a Key Player

Last season, the Rangers’ lack of depth on defense became an issue as Adam Fox spent two stints on long-term injured reserve, and they struggled while he was out.

Brendan Brisson News / Daily Faceoff / September 4

Leafs sign Brendan Brisson to one-year contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Friday that they’ve signed center Brendan Brisson to a one-year, $850,000 salary. Brisson was an unrestricted free agent after the conclusion of his one-year, $775,000 contract with the New York Rangers for the 2025-26 season.

New York Rangers News / Yardbarker / September 2

Rangers need a bounce-back season from their captain

In his inaugural season as captain of the team that drafted him back in 2011, both J.T. Miller and the New York Rangers suffered through campaigns each would rather forget.

Rangers’ Monster Offer for Oilers’ Connor McDavid — Would You Accept?

Reports: Rangers agree to 1-year deal with F Eeli Tolvanen

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