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Recapping the Rangers’ Busy First Day of 2026 Free Agency

The New York Rangers were one of the most active teams on July 1, the first day of NHL Free Agency. While they made a few free agent signings that could impact their NHL roster, many trades were made in order to help the team get better for next season and beyond.

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Live From the Blue Seats will be back tonight as Rob, Dave, and (maybe) Producer JL talk this wild Rangers offseason. Chris Drury has been wheeling and dealing, and for the first time since he took over as General Manager, we see a coherent plan to retool the NHL club while rebuilding the farm system with speed and high ceiling skill.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / July 2

7 Weekly Thoughts: On the Rangers offseason so far

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Dennis Cholowski News / Blue Seat Blogs / July 2

Rangers sign defenseman Dennis Cholowski

The Rangers have signed AHL defenseman Dennis Cholowski. Terms of the contract have not been disclosed yet, but it’s safe to assume this is a low dollar amount at the NHL level, as Cholowski is more of an 8D and AHL defenseman.

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In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?

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New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / July 2

How Rangers plan to replace depth forwards who left in free agency

The New York Rangers made major additions on the first day of the League year Wednesday, but they also lost some depth from the 2025-26 roster. Veteran forwards Conor Sheary and Jonny Brodzinski each signed a one-year contract elsewhere in free agency.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Vincent Trocheck News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Trade grades for Rangers, Mammoth after Vincent Trocheck blockbuster deal

The Utah Mammoth were busy on the first day of free agency. They picked up Anders Lee from the New York Islanders in free agency, but that was not their only move.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / July 2

Grading the Rangers roster moves yesterday

The New York Rangers made a ton of moves on July 1st, and it went way differently than you might have expected if you’ve followed New York in the Chris Drury era.

Vincent Trocheck News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Grading the Vincent Trocheck Trade: Rangers continue defensive reset while Mammoth load up top six

July 1 is Canada Day up north, but it’s an all-day news marathon for the rest of us. The opening day of free agency never fails to transform the NHL landscape.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Rangers trade $20.5 million defender to Bruins amid NHL Free Agency

The New York Rangers have made a lot of moves in 2026 NHL Free Agency, and they don’t seem to be done. The Rangers traded for defenseman Marcus Pettersson earlier on Wednesday.

Mike Sullivan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Rangers trade 1st-round pick for defenseman with Mike Sullivan connections

The New York Rangers have been very active this NHL offseason, highlighted by the trade for Pavel Dorofeyev. On July 1, they made multiple moves to improve their blue line, a sore spot for the poor 2025-26 team.

Joe Veleno News / Forever Blueshirts / July 1

What’s Rangers’ plan after signing free-agent center Joe Veleno

The New York Rangers made their first signing of NHL free agency on Wednesday, inking 26-year-old center Joe Veleno to a one-year, $1.2 million contract.

NHL News / Blue Seat Blogs / July 1

Rangers trade Will Borgen to Boston

The New York Rangers have traded defenseman Will Borgen to the Boston Bruins for a 2027 2nd round pick and 2028 conditional 3rd round pick. Borgen, initially acquired by the Rangers two seasons ago for second overall pick Kaapo Kakko, had his name floated in rumors earlier.

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Marcus Pettersson News / Blue Seat Blogs / July 1

Rangers acquire Marcus Pettersson from Vancouver

The New York Rangers have acquired defenseman Marcus Pettersson from the Vancouver Canucks, though the cost is still pending. Defenseman Will Borgen’s name hit the rumor mill this morning, and while details are still pending, it looks like the Rangers may get a great deal in swapping him for Pettersson.

Vincent Trocheck News / Inside The Rink / July 1

Utah Mammoth Acquire Vincent Trocheck from New York Rangers

The Utah Mammoth, in a shocking trade today, have reportedly acquired forward Vincent Trocheck from the New York Rangers. The Mammoth are sending Sean Durzi, Cole Beaudoin, and a 2027 third-round draft pick.

Joonas Korpisalo News / Forever Blueshirts / July 1

Rangers set for backup goalie battle after acquiring Korpisalo from Bruins

The New York Rangers are loading up goaltending depth behind Igor Shesterkin. The Blueshirts acquired veteran Joonas Korpisalo from the Boston Bruins on Wednesday for a fourth-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft and AHL forward Kalle Väisänen.

Oliver Bjorkstrand News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Rangers sign forward Oliver Bjorkstrand to one-year, $4.5 million contract

The New York Rangers are adding some more depth on their wings, as they’ve signed Oliver Bjorkstrand to a one-year, $4.5 million contract. Bjorkstrand was an unrestricted free agent after the conclusion of his five-year contract with a $5.4 million cap hit.

New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 1

Rangers trade for Igor Shesterkin backup after Jonathan Quick retirement

In the opening hour of NHL Free Agency, two Original Six franchises connected on a trade. The New York Rangers have traded for Joonas Korpisalo from the Boston Bruins to back up Igor Shesterkin.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

3 July 1 Predictions for the New York Rangers

NHL free agency is set to open up tomorrow. While this free-agent class is not as exciting as many hoped it would be, July 1 is still going to be a big day around the league.

Vincent Trocheck News / Daily Faceoff / June 29

Rangers won’t trade Vincent Trocheck if they can’t maximize return

General manager Chris Drury of the New York Rangers has been trying to trade second-line center Vincent Trocheck for several months now, but at both the trade deadline and during the NHL Draft, a deal did not materialize.

Adam Edstrom News / Field Level Media / June 27

Rangers ship Adam Edstrom to Nashville for prospect, draft pick

The New York Rangers have traded center Adam Edstrom to the Nashville Predators in exchange for prospect Massimo Rizzo and the No. 148 draft pick. The Rangers announced the move on Saturday, the second day of the NHL Draft at KeyBank Center in Buffalo.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 27

Penguins identical twin draft picks have chance to join very small club

Identical twin brothers Liam and Markus Ruck were two of the most fascinating prospects in the 2026 NHL Draft.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26

Rangers acquire Pavel Dorofeyev in surprise trade

The New York Rangers have made a notable addition to their forward group, acquiring Pavel Dorofeyev in a trade.

Jason Robertson reportedly rejected $120M offer from Kraken, nixing blockbuster trade

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Brett Berard News / Field Level Media / June 26

Canadiens acquire F Brett Berard from Rangers

The Montreal Canadiens acquired forward Brett Berard from the New York Rangers on Friday in exchange for defenseman prospect William Trudeau. Berard, 23, was held off the scoresheet in 13 games last season and has recorded 10 points (six goals, four assists) in 48 career games with New York since being drafted in the fifth round in 2020.

Dylan Garand News / Field Level Media / June 21

Rangers give G Dylan Garand 2-year extension

The New York Rangers are keeping one of their top internal goaltending options in place, signing Dylan Garand to a two-year contract extension. The team announced the deal Sunday, giving the 24-year-old another chance to build on a brief but strong first look in the NHL.