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Rangers Recall Matthew Robertson

After sending down Justin Dowling, the Rangers didn’t waste much time filling the vacated roster spot. The team announced (Twitter link) late Friday that defenseman Matthew Robertson has been recalled from AHL Hartford. With the recall, the team is now back to the maximum of 23 players on the active roster.

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The New York Rangers seem to be good again! With a great start under their belts and Dylan Garand thus far proving to be capable of handling a starting

James Reimer News / Forever Blueshirts / October 24

‘Old man’ James Reimer gives Rangers something to think about with AHL shutout

At 38 years old and unsigned for the 2026-27 season, James Reimer had reason to believe his professional hockey career was over. That is until the New York Rangers threw the veteran goalie a lifeline, and he signed a PTO with their AHL affiliate in Hartford.

NHL News / Forever Blueshirts / October 24

Rangers Daily: Blueshirts tweak roster; Hellebuyck trade fallout

Twelve games into the season, the New York Rangers continued to juggle the bottom end of their roster, shuffling a few pieces around Friday. In what felt inevitable after the Rangers signed veteran center Luke Glendening on Thursday, Justin Dowling was assigned to Hartford of the American Hockey League.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Pavel Dorofeyev News / New York Rangers On SI / October 24

NY Rangers Need To Continue Showing Patience With Pavel Dorofeyev

The New York Rangers made a blockbuster move this past offseason when they acquired winger Pavel Dorofeyev from the Vegas Golden Knights. It cost them three draft picks, including two first-round selections, to bring him aboard.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 23

Rangers aspire to be less loose against Senators

The New York Rangers will try to return to their low-drama style as they finish a two-game visit to Canada against the Ottawa Senators on Saturday night.

New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / October 23

NY Rangers Surprisingly Drop in NHL Power Rankings

The New York Rangers are off to a strong start to the season, and the team has to be thrilled with what they have been able to accomplish so far. Coming off one of the worst seasons in the history of the franchise, the Rangers were hungry to improve this summer.

Adam Fox News / New York Rangers On SI / October 23

Adam Fox Climbs Up Some All-Time NY Rangers Lists After Four-Assist Performance

The New York Rangers were on the road against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night, and while they didn’t win, one of their players had a massive game. Playing on the road so far this season has been a bit of a challenge for New York.

Connor Hellebuyck News / New York Rangers On SI / October 23

NJ Devils Trading for Connor Hellebuyck Will Have Major Impact on NY Rangers

The New York Rangers have been able to put the bad campaign from last year behind them so far this season and are off to a strong start. However, a major

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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.

New York Rangers News / Viral Sports News / October 23

Former New York Rangers Star Has Reportedly Died

Ron Duguay, a longtime New York Rangers forward known for his speed and distinctive flowing hair, died Thursday after a battle with stage 4 colon cancer.

New York Rangers News / New York Rangers On SI / October 23

Early Stats Support That NY Rangers' Offense Has Improved

The New York Rangers have had a strong start to the season through their first 12 games. Now, with expectations starting to change slightly for the franchise,

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New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / October 22

Rangers Must Translate Home Ice Success Into Road Victories

One of the better stories in the NHL to start this season has been the success of the New York Rangers, especially at Madison Square Garden. They are 6-0-0 at MSG so far, and this comes after a season in which it felt like the team was cursed on home ice.

New York Rangers News / Field Level Media / October 21

Rangers, perfect at home, out to improve road mark vs. Leafs

The New York Rangers will look to bring their road record in line with their remarkable success at home when they visit the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night.

Igor Shesterkin News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Are the Rangers for real, even without Igor Shesterkin?

The New York Rangers looked like a really nice story to start the season, jumping out to a hot start after two consecutive years of utter disappointment.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 19

Rangers thrash Ducks, reach 6-0-0 at home for first time in 36 years

Rookie Dylan Garand made 29 saves, Oliver Bjorkstrand scored twice and the New York Rangers remained unbeaten at home with a 5-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Monday night.

Dylan Garand News / Daily Faceoff / October 19

Rangers’ Garand is making the most of his NHL opportunity

The New York Rangers have been dealt a rough hand to start the 2026-27 season, but a young netminder is trying to make chicken salad out of chicken…well, you know.

Luke Glendening News / Viral Sports News / October 19

New York Rangers Acquire 13-Year NHL Veteran on Monday

The New York Rangers have announced they have signed veteran center Luke Glendening into the organization on a professional tryout agreement, giving the 37-year-old an opportunity to compete for a spot amid injuries in their forward ranks.

Joe Veleno News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Rangers signing veteran journeyman to professional tryout after Joe Veleno injury

The New York Rangers’ center depth has been tested by Joe Veleno’s long-term injury earlier this month — but general manager Chris Drury is taking steps to address it.

Pavel Dorofeyev News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Rangers Should Expect a Strong Season for Dorofeyev Despite Slow Start

The New York Rangers made a big move this offseason, acquiring Pavel Dorofeyev from the Vegas Golden Knights and signing him to a seven-season, $77 million contract.

New York Rangers News / Viral Sports News / October 15

New York Rangers Acquire New Goalie in Sudden Move

The New York Rangers’ goaltending situation has been tested early in the 2026-27 season, prompting the organization to add experienced depth at the American Hockey League level.

Alexis Lafreniere News / The Hockey Writers / October 15

Alexis Lafreniere’s Breakout Is Contributing to the Rangers’ Impressive Start

The New York Rangers have been one of the more surprising teams in the NHL to start this season. After finishing last in the Eastern Conference a season ago, they have gotten off to a 6-2-0 start and are one point back of the Carolina Hurricanes for first in the Metropolitan Division and first in the entire league.

New York Rangers News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Can Dylan Garand become the Rangers’ savior?

The New York Rangers were dealt one of the biggest blows possible last week, losing goaltender Igor Shesterkin for the rest of the season. As if that weren’t enough, Joonas Korpisalo – the team’s veteran backup – was also ruled out for 3-4 weeks.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14

Alexis Lafreniere may be having breakout at perfect time for Rangers

When the New York Rangers won the 2020 NHL Draft Lottery and landed forward Alexis Lafreniere, the expectation, as it is with any No. 1 overall pick, was that he would become a franchise cornerstone and star-level player.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14

The NHL's early-season breakout players in 2026-27

While established superstars continue to dominate the headlines, a handful of former first-round picks are beginning to take significant steps forward in their development.

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New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 14

Rangers Recall Justin Dowling; Reassign Cole Beaudoin

The New York Rangers are swapping centers for their fourth line. According to a team announcement, the Rangers recalled Justin Dowling from the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack.