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Analyzing Best-Case Scenario for NY Rangers With Current Roster

The New York Rangers knew that something had to be done with the roster after finishing in last place in the Eastern Conference in the 2025-26 season. There were several areas of need, so the front office got to work.

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Why Rangers top pair of centers ranks ‘below average’ in NHL

The New York Rangers are counting on Mika Zibanejad and J.T. Miller to anchor their top-six forward group next season. But a recent League-wide evaluation of top pairs of centers doesn’t view New York’s veteran duo in the best of lights.

Pavel Dorofeyev News / Forever Blueshirts / July 31

Rangers’ Pavel Dorofeyev still ‘trying to settle down, get used to’ trade

FAIRFIELD, CT — Pavel Dorofeyev got introduced publicly for the first time as a member of the New York Rangers here on Thursday night. But the 25-year-old forward admitted that he’s still taking in the big offseason trade that sent him from the Vegas Golden Knights to the Rangers a month ago.

New York Rangers News / Daily Faceoff / July 31

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: New York Rangers’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Connor McDavid News / New York Rangers On SI / July 31

Why Ultimate Goal for NY Rangers' Retool Should Be to Land Connor McDavid

The New York Rangers have had a very busy offseason as the team looks to be much-improved for next year. However, with the franchise retooling, this is still going to be a multi-year plan. Coming into the summer, the Rangers were a team that was focused on getting younger and getting 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 / Blue Seat Blogs / July 31

Who are the most important Rangers (Part 3) heading into next season?

The New York Rangers boast a different lineup heading into the new season compared to last. Gone are the days of New York having players like Will Borgen eating important defensive minutes, and here are the days of a true second pairing.

New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / July 31

NY Rangers, NHL Heavily Back 2026 Shoulder Check Showcase

The 2026 Shoulder Check Showcase is in the books, with many NHL players — including six New York Rangers — turning up to support and advocate for a good cause.

Matt Rempe News / New York Rangers On SI / July 30

NY Rangers Matt Rempe Shares Update on Thumb at Shoulder Check Showcase

Ahead of the 2026 Shoulder Check Showcase, Matt Rempe of the New York Rangers said he's been working hard this summer on making sure he's 100% healthy.

Pavel Dorofeyev News / New York Rangers On SI / July 30

Pavel Dorofeyev Provides Truly Elite Shot to NY Rangers

There have been some concerns expressed about the New York Rangers' newest forward, Pavel Dorofeyev, transitioning and adapting to his new team. Some scouts are unsure that he is going to be able to live up to the expectations that come with the contract that he signed.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / July 30

Rangers ranked 22nd in 2026 contract efficiency, per The Athletic

The New York Rangers are far from being the NHL’s most efficient spenders as the 2026-27 season approaches, according to The Athletic. Despite having one of the League’s best contracts in ace defenseman Adam Fox, the Blueshirts are ranked 22nd among the NHL’s 32 teams in contract efficiency.

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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.

Adam Fox News / New York Rangers On SI / July 30

NY Rangers Need To Make More of Adam Fox Bargain Contract

The New York Rangers have done a great job recently clearing their roster of any albatross contracts. In a recent update of the NHL contract efficiency rankings, the Rangers moved up a few spots from where they were in the previous edition.

New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / July 30

NY Rangers Need Prospect in Next Wave To Exceed Expectations

The New York Rangers did a wonderful job of upgrading their talent this offseason, making them more competitive on the ice. After finishing in last place in the Eastern Conference this past season, something had to be done with the roster.

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NHL News / New York Rangers On SI / July 30

NY Rangers Land Capitals Forward in 2023 NHL Re-Draft

The 2023 NHL Draft is one that New York Rangers fans are going to remember fondly for years to come. With the No. 23 overall pick that year, the Rangers selected forward Gabe Perreault.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / July 29

Longtime Rangers favorite Ron Duguay improving after collapsing at home

Former New York Rangers player and broadcaster Ron Duguay, who’s been battling Stage 4 colon cancer, reportedly is showing signs of improvement after collapsing at his family’s home in Florida last Friday.

NHL News / New York Rangers On SI / July 29

NY Rangers Fans Can Now Stream Games on New DAZN Platform

There were likely points during the 2025-26 NHL regular season that New York Rangers fans would have been happy if their MSG provider didn’t work. The team struggled to a last-place finish in the Eastern Conference, providing the fan base with plenty of pain.

Alberts Smits News / Forever Blueshirts / July 29

Why Rangers top pick Smits stands out with ‘don’t give a s*** attitude’

There’s a lot to like about Alberts Smits, who very well could end up on the New York Rangers blue line this season as an 18-year-old rookie. There isn’t simply one thing that stands out about Smits, New York’s top prospect after he was selected with the No.