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New York Islanders Acquire Carson Soucy

9:40 p.m.: The Islanders have now officially announced their acquisition of Soucy. 7:10 p.m.: While no deal has been officially completed to this point, ESPN’s Emily Kaplan reports that the Rangers will receive a 2026 third-round pick from the Islanders in exchange for the veteran defenseman.

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Matthew Robertson Wins It In OT 4-3 Against Bruins

The New York Rangers found their spark on Monday night when they hosted the Boston Bruins after losing three straight during a four-game road trip. In a back-and-forth battle that went into overtime, Matthew Robertson delivered the final blow in the extra frame to secure the 4-3 win for the Rangers.

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Matthew Robertson scores in OT to lift Rangers past Bruins

Rookie Matthew Robertson scored with 67 seconds left in overtime as the New York Rangers snapped a four-game home losing streak by rallying for a 4-3 victory over the Boston Bruins on Monday night.

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Report: Islanders acquire Carson Soucy from Rangers for draft pick

A veteran blueliner is moving across town, as the Blueshirts begin their “retool.” On Monday evening, the New York Islanders acquired defenseman Carson Soucy from the New York Rangers in exchange for a third-round pick in 2026, according to ESPN’s Emil Kaplan.

Carson Soucy News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 26

New York Islanders To Acquire Carson Soucy

7:30 p.m.: While no deal has been officially completed to this point, ESPN’s Emily Kaplan reports that the Rangers will receive a 2026 third-round pick from the Islanders in exchange for the veteran defenseman.

J.T. Miller News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

J.T. Miller Seen as Fit for Minnesota Wild Despite Reluctance to Leave New York

If GM Chris Drury thought his retool statement would spark the New York Rangers into salvaging what has been a massively disappointing season, that effort has fallen flat on its face.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / January 26

Rangers recall Connor Mackey, return Anton Blidh to Hartford

With the Rangers holding Carson Soucy out tonight for roster management purposes, defenseman Connor Mackey has been recalled from the Hartford Wolf Pack.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 26

Rangers On Verge of Trading Veteran Defender to Islanders

The first move of the New York Rangers’ retool could be imminent. According to Vince Mercogliano of The Athletic, New York is working on a trade that would send defenseman Carson Soucy to the crosstown New York Islanders.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / January 26

On Team USA’s roster and why it doesn’t bode well for the Rangers

One of the major storylines before the Olympics kick off is Team USA’s hockey roster construction. Not so much who made the team, but who was left off.

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Carson Soucy News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Rangers Reportedly Closing in on Carson Soucy Trade With Islanders

The New York Rangers appear poised to make the first notable move of their retool, and it may come in the form of an intra-New York deal. According to NHL insider Vince Z.

Carson Soucy News / Field Level Media / January 26

Report: Rangers trading D Carson Soucy to Islanders

The New York Rangers are finalizing a trade to send defenseman Carson Soucy to the New York Islanders, The Athletic reported Monday. The return for the Rangers has not been confirmed.

Carson Soucy News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 26

Rangers, Islanders Discussing Carson Soucy Trade

The Rangers and Islanders are deep in talks on a deal that would send defenseman Carson Soucy across town to Elmont, Vince Z. Mercogliano of The Athletic reports.

J.T. Miller News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

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Vladislav Gavrikov News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

Rangers Should Be Cautious With Gavrikov’s Minutes

The New York Rangers are in last place in the Eastern Conference, and general manager Chris Drury announced that the team will begin to retool its roster.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 25

Rangers trying to avoid another disappointing result vs. surging Bruins

A little over two weeks ago, the Boston Bruins scored ten goals against the New York Rangers on home ice. Less than a week later, the Rangers turned in another horrific showing on home ice and it prompted general manager Chris Drury to issue a statement saying the team was going to "retool".

Artemi Panarin News / NHL Trade Talk / January 25

Rangers Set Asking Price for Panarin, Extension To Be a Big One

The New York Rangers are using the Brock Nelson return as a starting point in Artemi Panarin trade negotiations, per NHL insider Elliotte Friedman. To some, that’s a fair comparison, but the question of an extension lingers in the background.