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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.

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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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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.

NHL News / Forever Blueshirts / January 17

Rangers vs. Flyers: Lineups, storylines for 1st game after The Letter 2.0

Roughly 24 hours after the New York Rangers publicly announced a retool, including plans for a roster makeover, they begin a four-game road trip with a Saturday matinee against the Philadelphia Flyers at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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.

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Devils place two players on waivers

Hurricanes acquire Kyle Masters in deal involving draft picks

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

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

New York Rangers News / Total Apex Sports / January 16

The New York Rangers Will One Again 'Retool The Team'

Chris Drury and the New York Rangers are officially entering another rebuild, even though they’re classifying it as a retool. Sitting in dead last in the Eastern Conference, the Rangers will look to sell a ton of their pieces before the Trade Deadline and get more young talent.

Igor Shesterkin News / Forever Blueshirts / January 16

Ex-Rangers goalie drafted before Shesterkin recalled again by Lightning

Goaltender Brandon Halverson, selected two rounds ahead of Igor Shesterkin by the New York Rangers in the 2014 draft, returned to the NHL again on Friday when the Tampa Bay Lightning recalled him from Syracuse of the American Hockey League for the second time this season.

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.

New York Rangers News / Field Level Media / January 16

Last-place Rangers announce intent to retool in letter to fans

Rather than stand pat or rebuild, the New York Rangers announced they plan to initiate a retool in a letter general manager Chris Drury penned Friday to the team's aggrieved fan base.

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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

Artemi Panarin News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

Rangers Won’t Sign Artemi Panarin to Extension, Trade Being Discussed

The New York Rangers’ decision to formally announce a “retool” may have just accelerated one of the biggest trade storylines of the season: Artemi Panarin’s future in Manhattan.

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.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / January 16

NHL Rumors: New York Rangers – Artremi Panarin, and Trade Tiers

TSN: There is a lot of noise and speculation around the New York Rangers and GM Chris Drury, according to Darren Dreger. Artemi Panarin is a pending UFA with a full no-movement clause.

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.

Mike Sullivan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 15

Rangers’ Mike Sullivan feeling ‘tons of anger’ after blowout Senators loss

The New York Rangers lost to the Ottawa Senators 8-4 on home ice on Wednesday night. They have lost five in a row and eight of their last nine, sitting in last place in the Eastern Conference.

Mika Zibanejad News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 15

Rangers’ Mika Zibanejad searching for answers after another blowout loss

The New York Rangers have struggled mightily over the last few games. They have lost seven of their last eight games. And this past Saturday, they allowed 10 goals to the Boston Bruins, with star winger David Pastrnak notching six assists against New York.

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

NHL Rumours: Losing Streak Gets Mill Rolling for New York Rangers

It’s no secret that the New York Rangers haven’t played nearly as well as anyone expected before the season. However, the last few weeks have been especially devastating.

Mika Zibanejad News / The Hockey Writers / January 14

Mika Zibanejad Could Be the Rangers’ Most Valuable Trade Piece

The New York Rangers disasterous season has continued after yet another loss, which dropped them to a record of 20-21-6. They are the only team in the Eastern Conference with a record below .500, and at this rate, the team could be on its way to selling off pieces relatively soon.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 14