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Rangers Can Be a Top 3 Team in the Metro Division This Season

The past two seasons have not been very kind to the New York Rangers. They have missed the playoffs and have traded away so many familiar faces in order to try to shake the team up.

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Submit your questions for Live From the Blue Seats

Live From the Blue Seats will be back tonight as Rob, Dave, and (maybe) Producer JL talk what’s left for the Rangers this offseason. Braden Schneider is the major question, as he appears to be trade bait to address the need for another young center.

Jacob Battaglia News / Forever Blueshirts / July 9

What makes Rangers’ Jacob Battaglia intriguing and ‘unreal’ prospect

Last week at New York Rangers development camp, Jacob Battaglia wasn’t the biggest name among the prospects in attendance. But the 20-year-old forward shouldn’t be overlooked heading into his first professional season either.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / July 9

Why Rangers trying to ‘do right’ by Alberts Smits, prospects is winning plan

Rebuilding their prospect pool is one thing for the New York Rangers. Showing patience and developing young talent within the organization is another. To that end, it appears the Rangers have a simple and logical plan in place which very well could be a winning formula in the long run.

Gavin Mckenna News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

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?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'NHL saves leaders since 1995-96' quiz

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / July 9

2025-2026 Vlad Gavrikov report card

Vlad Gavrikov was the highlight of Chris Drury’s 2025 offseason, trading both K’Andre Miller and Chris Kreider away to make cap and roster space for the now 30 year old defenseman.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Joe Veleno News / Forever Blueshirts / July 8

How Joe Veleno angered Rangers fans 1 week after free-agent signing

Maybe Joe Veleno can request a mulligan from New York Rangers fans. Because it appears he needs a second chance to make a good first impression after signing a one-year contract with the Rangers in free agency on July 1.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / July 8

Rangers Need to Add Another Forward This Offseason

The New York Rangers were one of the busier teams on July 1, as they made six signings and trades that will have an impact on their NHL roster going into this season.

New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 7

Rangers’ Chris Drury shutting down Adam Fox trade inquiries

New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury has already made a couple of big moves this offseason, acquiring 37-goal scorer Pavel Dorofeyev and signing him to a long-term contract extension, as well as finally trading veteran center Vincent Trocheck to the Utah Mammoth.

William Trudeau News / Daily Faceoff / July 6

Rangers sign William Trudeau to one-year contract

The New York Rangers are keeping around a recently acquired player. On Monday, the Rangers signed defenseman William Trudeau to a one-year, two-way contract.

William Trudeau News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 6

New York Rangers Sign William Trudeau

According to a team announcement, the New York Rangers have signed defenseman William Trudeau to a one-year contract for the 2026-27 season. The Rangers acquired his signing rights a few weeks ago from the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for forward Brett Berard.

Braden Schneider News / Daily Faceoff / July 5

Report: Rangers’ Braden Schneider files for arbitration

With the deadline for eligible restricted free agents to file for arbitration looming on Sunday, another notable player has joined Dallas Stars winger Jason Robertson in reportedly filing to go to arbitration with his team.

Adam Fox News / Inside The Rink / July 4

Player Profile: Adam Fox

Adam Fox was born in Jericho, New York, on February 17th, 1998. Fox played youth hockey for the Long Island Gulls in the AYHL under14 league during the 2012-13 season as a 14-year-old.

Chris Drury News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Rangers GM Chris Drury explains why now was the time to trade 3 1st-round picks

The New York Rangers were dreadful in 2025-26, finishing as the worst team in the Eastern Conference. Rangers GM Chris Drury then embarked on the journey to improve the roster.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

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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The '60-point NBA games' quiz

The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

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.

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.

Winners, losers from the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft

The 'Most Stanley Cup Playoff goals' quiz

Pavel Dorofeyev 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

Can NHL teams turn to restricted free-agent market for relief?

With Alex Tuch off the market, who will be the best player to reach NHL free agency?

The '10-goal Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

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.

Vincent Trocheck News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25

Rangers Hoping For Young Player In Vincent Trocheck Trade

New York continues to look for new players, but the clock appears to be ticking. According to The Athletic, the New York Rangers remain in trade talks to move off Vincent Trocheck and would prefer a package that would bring in a young player, ideally on an NHL roster.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 22

Five major storylines to watch leading up to 2026 NHL Draft

The 2026 NHL Draft this weekend will mark the potential for some of the biggest offseason business the league conducts each year.

Five players Maple Leafs should target with second-round pick

Rangers give G Dylan Garand two-year extension

Oilers reward veteran player with familiar name with long-term deal

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

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.

New York Rangers News / NHL Trade Talk / June 17

Big Change Suggests New Level of Urgency Around Trocheck Trade from Rangers

The New York Rangers may be inching closer to a significant offseason decision involving veteran center Vincent Trocheck, and a recent agency change could help make that trade possible.

New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 11

Free Agent Focus: New York Rangers

Free agency is under a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.