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Grading Vladislav Gavrikov’s 7-year, $49 million contract with Rangers

The New York Rangers signed defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov to a seven-year contract as free agency opened on Tuesday. Gavrikov is turning 30 years old in November, and his contract carries a $7 million cap hit.

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How Adam Fox helped 2 former Rangers teammates get ‘overpaid’ in NHL free agency

Over the past several seasons, Adam Fox didn’t just establish himself as one of the premier defensemen in the NHL, he elevated other New York Rangers blueliners around him.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 5

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark this offseason

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark so far this offseason

There is still time for these teams to change their offseason, and one big trade can still impact things, but through the first week, these teams have dropped the ball. So far.

Five best signings from the first day of NHL free agency

Five worst signings from the first day of NHL free agency

Best, worst value contracts signed so far in NHL free agency

Eastern Conference free-agency recap

Red Wings forward announces retirement in surprising move

Connor McDavid News / Athlon Sports / July 4

Rangers Predicted to Land Connor McDavid in Blockbuster Move

The New York Rangers missed the postseason entirely last year, and the front office has spent this offseason working to change that fact. New York brought in head coach Mike Sullivan to lead the team forward, and the organization feels confident in the future.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Trey Fix-Wolansky News / Daily Faceoff / July 3

Rangers sign Trey Fix-Wolansky to one-year contract

One of the best scoring threats in the minor leagues has found a new home. On Thursday, New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury announced that the team has signed Trey Fix-Wolansky to a one-year, two-way contract.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

Rangers News & Rumors: Gavrikov, K’Andre Miller Trade, Raddysh, Cuylle

The New York Rangers are hoping to get back into the playoffs next season after a disappointing 2024-25 season, and have been active since free agency opened up this summer.

New York Rangers News / Blade of Steel / July 3

New York Rangers Sign Forward To Bolster Depth

The New York Rangers are looking to bounce back in 2025/26, and in free agency they've now added a very intriguing young forward from the AHL. The 2024/25

Vladislav Gavrikov News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

Evaluating Rangers’ Defense After Gavrikov Signing & Miller Trade

The New York Rangers made two big moves on defense as they signed lefty Vladislav Gavrikov, and traded lefty K’Andre Miller to the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for defense prospect Scott Morrow, a first-round pick and a second-round pick.

New York Rangers News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Rangers GM's 'Excited' Message on K'Andre Miller's Replacement

The New York Rangers were left with little choice once restricted free agent defenseman K’Andre Miller declined to re-sign with the team. With the threat of losing him looming, the team traded Miller to the Carolina Hurricanes, where he immediately signed a maximum eight-year extension, and turned to free agency to fill the gap.

Vladislav Gavrikov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Rangers GM makes ‘thrilled’ admission on Vladislav Gavrikov signing

The New York Rangers pulled the trigger on an intriguing free agency signing earlier this week as Vladislav Gavrikov is joining the team. Gavrikov has been in the NHL since 2019, and he has played for two teams so far.

New York Rangers News / Inside The Rink / July 2

Opinion: A Quick Analysis of The New York Rangers

Going into the offseason, it was clear that New York Rangers General Manager Chris Drury had to make a lot tough decisions and changes. After being the best team in the league in the 2023-24 season, the Blueshirts missed the Stanley Cup playoffs in convincing fashion last season.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Recapping the Rangers’ Busy First Day of Free Agency

In my last article, I wrote about three questions the New York Rangers needed to answer as they entered free agency. After an eventful first day, all three of those questions were answered, and now, the Rangers have a more solidified idea of what the core of this team is going to look like going into next season.

Taylor Raddysh News / Blade of Steel / July 2

New York Rangers Sign 6-Foot-2 Forward From the Washington Capitals

The New York Rangers have signed 6'2' forward Taylor Raddysh to a new 2-year deal after he previously played this year with the Washington Capitals. On

New York Rangers News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Grading the K’Andre Miller trade: Hurricanes roll dice as Rangers get worse

The fit between top UFA defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov and the New York Rangers was too obvious for either party to pass up. Gavrikov would get to team

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New York Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

Rangers Solidify Bottom-Six with Latest Contract Signing

The New York Rangers have been busy in the first days of free agency. Their latest move brings in a forward who solidifies their bottom-six forward group.

New York Rangers News / Blade of Steel / July 2

New York Rangers Lose 6-Foot-2 Talented Forward to Canadian Team

The New York Rangers have had to say goodbye to one of their talented young forwards, as he has decided to leave the team and sign with the Ottawa Senators.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Rangers steal former 20-goal scorer from Capitals in free agency

NHL free agency opened up on Tuesday afternoon, and the New York Rangers were among the busiest teams in the league. After swinging some big deals earlier in the day, the Rangers capped off a hectic start to free agency by stealing a former 20-goal scorer from their longtime rival, the Washington Capitals.

Arthur Kaliyev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2

Senators to sign Arthur Kaliyev

Free agent winger Arthur Kaliyev is landing with the Senators, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports. Contract terms have yet to be revealed. Kaliyev spent time with the Kings and Rangers last season but didn’t receive a qualifying offer from New York on Monday, making him an unrestricted free agent.

Taylor Raddysh News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2

Rangers sign Taylor Raddysh to two-year deal

The Rangers have added some additional bottom-six depth, with PuckPedia reporting last night they’ve signed winger Taylor Raddysh to a two-year deal worth $3MM, carrying a $1.5MM cap hit.

New York Rangers News / Yardbarker / July 2

Have the Rangers already achieved their offseason goals?

From a Presidents Trophy to missing the playoffs, the 2024-25 season proved to be a disaster for the Rangers. With plenty to address this offseason in an attempt to get back on track, has the team already achieved its objectives for the summer?

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New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 1