New York Rangers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NHL News / Forever Blueshirts / October 19

‘Surreal’: Rangers rookie nets 1st NHL goal in comeback win vs. Canadiens

There were smiles all around in the New York Rangers’ dressing room after they overcame an early two-goal deficit and left Bell Centre with a 4-3 win against the Montreal Canadiens.

NHL News / Blue Seat Blogs / October 19

Rangers Recap: A Montreal exorcism

The early candidate for game of the year has arrived. The story of the Rangers’ early struggles to score, improved defensive play, and sound process made for a fun game in which the Rangers actually scored.

Artemi Panarin News / Athlon Sports / October 19

Rangers’ Artemi Panarin’s Likely Trade Window Revealed Amid Rumors

The future of Artemi Panarin with the New York Rangers remains uncertain as he approaches the completion of his contract on July 1. The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta said he believes the Rangers could consider moving him as early as late February.

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New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / October 18

Key Takeaways after Rangers rally to defeat Canadiens 4-3

The New York Rangers’ offense finally showed up in the third period Saturday night. The Rangers had scored just one goal in their previous three games, but they used a fast finish to overcome a slow start and defeat the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 at Bell Centre.

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Artemi Panarin News / Field Level Media / October 18

Artemi Panarin's 1-goal, 3-assist night lifts Rangers over Canadiens

Artemi Panarin scored his first goal this season 5:51 into the third period and collected three assists as the New York Rangers rallied from an early two-goal deficit and hung on for a 4-3 victory over the host Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / October 18

Why MSG analyst sees Rangers ‘amazing stretch’ defensively as positive sign

The New York Rangers have had an up-and-down start to the 2025-26 season. On the one hand, the offense can’t seem to buy a goal. New York’s 1.83 goals per game (11 in six games) is next-to-last in the NHL.

Artemi Panarin News / NHL Trade Talk / October 18

NHL Weekend Rumors: Panarin Problem, Extensions and Trade Talk

The 2025-26 NHL season is already generating plenty of off-ice chatter, as teams continue to work through contract negotiations and explore trade opportunities.

NHL News / Forever Blueshirts / October 18

Rangers vs. Canadiens: Lineups, storylines, trying to end 3-game skid

If the New York Rangers are to put an end to their three-game skid (0-2-1), they must find a way to halt the winnings ways of the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night at Bell Centre.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 17

Alex Ovechkin remains unsure on next season

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: New York Rangers prospect Brennan Othmann didn’t crack the team out of camp and was sent back to the AHL. There have been talks with other teams since he was sent down.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Rangers Shouldn’t Panic Despite Scoring Drought

It’s been less than an ideal start for the New York Rangers, who find themselves battling through adversity from injuries to frustrating losses. Yet – panic shouldn’t creep in just yet, as we are only several games into 2025-26.

J.T. Miller News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 17

JT Miller insists tough start will be good for Rangers

JT Miller didn’t think he would be facing questions about the New York Rangers’ struggles so early in his tenure as the team’s captain. New head coach Mike Sullivan gave Miller the honor of being the Original Six organization’s leader, and many believed it was going to be a bounce-back season for the proud franchise.

Brennan Othmann News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 16

Rangers shopping Brennan Othmann

The Rangers have been taking calls on forward prospect Brennan Othmann over the past several days, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports. “There’s been conversations with other clubs about his future… it simply may be that he needs a fresh start elsewhere,” Friedman wrote.

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New York Rangers News / NHL Trade Talk / October 17

Artemi Panarin turns down Rangers’ offer as contract standoff begins to take shape

Artemi Panarin has reportedly declined an early contract offer from the New York Rangers, setting up what could become one of the NHL’s most intriguing storylines heading toward the 2026 free agency period.

Canadiens surge into matchup with goal-starved Rangers

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New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 15

1 trade overreaction Rangers must make early in NHL season

The New York Rangers are 2-2-0 on the young NHL season, but there are reasons for concern. They have not scored at Madison Square Garden yet this year, nearing an all-time NHL record to start a season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 15

Rangers might feel right at home in road contest vs. Maple Leafs

The New York Rangers have not scored in all three home games, and so they are looking forward to visiting the Toronto Maple Leafs Thursday night to improve their luck.

Vincent Trocheck News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Rangers will need to get season back on track without star forward

New York placing him on LTIR means he cannot return to the lineup for both 10 regular-season games and 24 days.

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Mika Zibanejad News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 15

Rangers’ Mika Zibanejad left confused by NY’s home struggles

The New York Rangers dropped to 2-3-0 on the year. In the process, the Rangers made NHL history for a brutal reason, as they continue to fail to score at home.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14

Rangers make wrong kind of history with another shutout loss

The 2025-26 New York Rangers season began with a lot of excitement due to the arrival of two-time Stanley Cup champion head coach Mike Sullivan. Things have not been off to a smooth start however.

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New York Rangers News / Daily Faceoff / October 13

What’s different about the Rangers this season?

The New York Rangers have started off the 2025-26 regular season with a 2-2-0 record and a plus-five goal differential, and while their opening game against the Pittsburgh Penguins was a 3-0 dud, the team has looked like a more complete squad with head coach Mike Sullivan behind the bench and J.T.

New York Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / October 13

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NHL News / Yardbarker / October 8

Rangers must address these details after loss to Penguins

Rangers must address these details after season-opening loss to Penguins

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NHL News / Yardbarker / October 7