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Mika Zibanejad's hat trick helps Rangers double up Flyers

Mika Zibanejad notched a hat trick to lift the visiting New York Rangers to a much-needed 6-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday afternoon. Artemi Panarin contributed two goals and an assist for New York, Brennan Othmann scored his first NHL goal and J.T.

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Day after 'retool' missive, Rangers cruise to win

A day after general manager Chris Drury outlined in a letter to fans that his last-place franchise will embark on a "retool," Mika Zibanejad scored three goals and the New York Rangers cruised to a 6-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / January 17

Rangers respond to ‘The Letter’ by defeating Flyers 6-3: takeaways

When New York Rangers coach Mike Sullivan said before Saturday’s game against the Flyers in Philadelphia that “we’re going to try to win every game” despite GM Chris Drury’s letter a day earlier announcing a retool, he wasn’t kidding.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 17

Rangers Forward Makes History With Hat Trick Against Flyers

With the Philadelphia Flyers en route to losing their sixth-consecutive contest, a season-high, one New York Rangers forward found his name all over the scoresheet in south Philadelphia.

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Artemi Panarin News / Breakaway on SI / January 17

Rangers' Artemi Panarin Hits 800-Game Milestone in Style

Artemi Panarin reached a significant career milestone Saturday, playing in his 800th NHL game. The Rangers winger made the occasion memorable by recording two goals and an assist as New York dominated Philadelphia 6-2 through two periods at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Mike Sullivan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 17

Rangers’ Mike Sullivan breaks silence on retool announcement

The New York Rangers find themselves buried in last place in the Eastern Conference as the season moves well into the second half. The Rangers did not make the playoffs last year and they are a long way from contending for a spot in the top eight of the Eastern Conference this season.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / January 17

Rangers recall Connor Mackey; Carson Soucy out for personal reasons

Missed in all the fireworks yesterday was the Rangers recalling defenseman Connor Mackey from the Hartford Wolf Pack. Word is Carson Soucy is out for personal reasons and did not travel to Philadelphia for today’s matinee against the Flyers.

Artemi Panarin News / Breakaway on SI / January 17

Three Likeliest Landing Spots for Rangers' Artemi Panarin

Things aren't going great this season for the New York Rangers. Despite hiring a new head coach who won two Stanley Cups in 2016 and 2017, the Rangers are seemingly stuck in the same position they were last season.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / January 17

What a New York Rangers Retooling Could Look Like

The 2025-26 season has been nothing but a disaster for the New York Rangers. A season in which they were looking to get back into the playoffs has turned into one full of injuries and overall poor play from the entire team.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / January 17

Suggested Trade Has Canadiens Acquiring Alexis Lafreniere From the Rangers

The New York Rangers have struggled to find their footing this season, and while some fans hoped they could turn it around, the team has made it clear they are ready to retool and shift their focus to the 2026-27 season.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 17

NHL Predictions: January 17th, New York Rangers vs Philadelphia Flyers

Welcome to another NHL Predictions. Each day, here at Last Word On Hockey, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for NHL games. For this edition, we take a closer look at the New York Rangers facing the Philadelphia Flyers.

Artemi Panarin News / Last Word On Sports / January 17

NHL Rumours: New York Rangers Star Will Not Be Extended, Will Hit Trade Market

The New York Rangers have continued to fall, and that skid has come with reports that star winger Artemi Panarin will not be extended. That means that Panarin will, almost undoubtedly, end the season on a different team.

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Artemi Panarin News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

Could Oilers and Bowman Swing Big on Panarin at the Trade Deadline?

It would take an incredible amount of cap maneuvering and a hefty return going back to the New York Rangers, but the Edmonton Oilers might want to give Chris Drury a call.

Connor Mackey News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 16

Rangers Recall Connor Mackey

According to a team announcement, the New York Rangers have recalled defenseman Connor Mackey from the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack. The reasoning behind Mackey’s recall is that defenseman Carson Soucy will miss tomorrow’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers due to personal reasons.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 16

Rangers send up white flag on 2025-26 season with letter to fans

The New York Rangers have seen enough with this current group of players.

How GM Tom Fitzgerald can save the Devils – and his job

Devils place two players on waivers

Hurricanes acquire Kyle Masters in deal involving draft picks

Nikolaj Ehlers' hat trick helps Hurricanes dominate Panthers

Leafs’ Anthony Stolarz still ‘couple more practices’ away from return

NHL's Gary Bettman says he binged 'Heated Rivalry' in one night

Artemi Panarin News / Daily Faceoff / January 16

Report: Rangers won’t re-sign Panarin, will work with him on a trade

It seems star winger Artemi Panarin’s time with the New York Rangers will soon reach a sensible end. According to Elliotte Friedman, the Rangers will not attempt to re-sign the pending unrestricted free agent, and will instead seek a trade to send Panarin to another team of his approval.

Matthew Robertson News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

Rangers’ Matthew Robertson Has Been a Pleasant Surprise

Many things have gone wrong for the New York Rangers this season as key players have missed significant time with injuries and some veterans are in the midst of disappointing campaigns.

New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 16

Rangers GM Chris Drury announces retool in letter to fans

Similar to Jeff Gorton nearly seven years ago, current general manager Chris Drury wrote a letter to New York Rangers fans, stating that the team would undergo a retool this season.

How GM Tom Fitzgerald can save the Devils – and his job

Devils place two players on waivers

Hurricanes acquire Kyle Masters from Sharks in deal involving draft picks

Leafs’ Anthony Stolarz still ‘couple more practices’ away from return

NHL's Gary Bettman says he binged 'Heated Rivalry' in one night

Chris Drury News / Daily Faceoff / January 16

Rangers’ Chris Drury pens letter to fans, says team is in a retool

It’s hard to blame New York Rangers fans for being upset. After all, they’ve watched their team go from 114 points and a Presidents’ Trophy two years ago, to last place in the Eastern Conference this season.

New York Rangers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

Rangers Tell Fans They’re Trading Away Key Players During 'Retool'

The New York Rangers released a statement on Friday, apologizing to fans for how this 2025-26 season has gone. Saying that they are as frustrated as those who closely follow the team must be, the organization has decided to undergo a “retool”.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 16

Reeling Rangers, flustered Flyers vie for elusive win

To say the New York Rangers and Philadelphia Flyers are hungry for a win might be the understatement of the new year. The Rangers and Flyers both put five-game losing streaks on the line Saturday afternoon when the teams face off in Philadelphia.

New York Rangers News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

Reality Setting in for Rangers, Who Won’t Find Quick Free Agency Fix

Elliotte Friedman believes the New York Rangers may be facing a longer, more complicated reset than many fans want to admit. Speaking on the 32 Thoughts

New York Rangers News / Daily Faceoff / January 15

What do the Rangers do amidst a disappointing season?

The slide has been precipitous for the New York Rangers. Two seasons ago, they claimed the Presidents’ Trophy with a 114-point regular season. Last season was certainly a disappointment, but not irrecoverable, as they stumbled to 85 points and a playoff miss.

New York Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / January 14