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Chris Kreider News / Forever Blueshirts / July 25

Chris Kreider uses Shoulder Check Showcase to say goodbye to Rangers fans

Chris Kreider is still getting used to being a member of the Anaheim Ducks after the New York Rangers traded away their longest-tenured player on June 12.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / July 25

4 New York Rangers Captain Candidates for 2025-26

The New York Rangers are currently one of two teams in the entire league to not have a captain going into this season. The other team is the Boston Bruins, who traded their captain, Brad Marchand, last season to the Florida Panthers.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / July 25

Matt Rempe, Gabe Perreault go from players to counselors at Rangers Summer Camp

Matt Rempe and Gabe Perreault will be among the younger players on the ice when the New York Rangers begin training camp in September. But in July, they’ve been the two old guys on the ice showing kids from age 6-12 how it’s done at the Rangers Summer Camp.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / July 24

Could a reunion be in the cards for Rangers HC and this defenseman?

New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury has enjoyed an excellent offseason thus far, ticking items off his ‘to do’ list with encouraging regularity.

Could this young forward answer multiple questions for the Rangers?

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Mika Zibanejad News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

Expectations for Rangers’ Mika Zibanejad This Season

In order for the New York Rangers to have the turnaround they are hoping for in the 2025-26 season, they need Mika Zibanejad to be better. He has experienced a significant decline in each of the last two seasons, not just in offensive production but also in terms of speed, turnover rate, and defensive effectiveness.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 22

Could this forward answer multiple questions for the Rangers?

Could this young forward answer multiple questions for the Rangers?

Anaheim and New York already have strong front office ties, with a pair of trades in the past eight months. The cross-continental line should be open.

Ducks should extend Mason McTavish soon

Rangers’ offseason remains incomplete despite addressing big need

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Malcolm Spence News / The Hockey Writers / July 22

What the Rangers Are Getting From 2025 Draft Pick Malcolm Spence

With the 43rd pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the New York Rangers selected Malcolm Spence, a left winger from the Erie Otters who’s committed to the University of Michigan.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / July 22

6 Must-Watch New York Rangers Games of the 2025-26 Season

The New York Rangers are looking to put last season behind them as the start of the 2025-26 season inches closer. They hope that this upcoming season will see them fighting to get back into the playoffs, and not fighting for the first overall pick.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / July 22

Rangers Are Relying on Miller & Trocheck to Lead by Example

After making a run to the Eastern Conference Final in 2023-24, the New York Rangers had a very disappointing 2024-25 season. In response, general manager Chris Drury has looked to make them tougher and better defensively.

New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / July 20

Rangers’ Offseason Remains Incomplete Despite Addressing Big Need With Gavrikov Signing

For months, the New York Rangers have been changing the makeup of their roster. It started with the Jacob Trouba trade in December, followed by a series of other pre-trade deadline moves, including trading for J.T.

New York Rangers News / Daily Faceoff / July 20

Top 25 players in New York Rangers history

In a couple of months, the New York Rangers will be celebrating their 100th year of existence. As one of the Original Six franchises, the team from Manhattan has been one of the most popular across the history of the NHL, winning four Stanley Cups.

Gerard Gallant News / House of Hockey / July 18

Former New York Rangers Head Coach Gerard Gallant Hits a New Career Low, Joins Team in China

Gerard Gallant had plenty of success as a Head Coach in the NHL, but after being fired by the Rangers, he's hit rock bottom by taking a new role in the KHL.

New York Rangers News / Field Level Media / July 18

Jaroslav Halak announces retirement from NHL after 17 seasons

Goaltender Jaroslav Halak officially announced his retirement from the NHL after 17 seasons on Friday, more than two years removed from his last game.

Former Rangers winger also announces surprise retirement

Jets sign forward Gabriel Vilardi to massive contract extension

Trade watch: Oilers connected to $27M veteran forward?

Could Oilers take swing on disgruntled Blue Jackets winger?

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Gerard Gallant News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Former Rangers Coach, 61, Finds New Job — But It's Not in the NHL

After more than a year on the NHL coaching carousel without landing a new opportunity, former New York Rangers head coach Gerard Gallant is making a surprising pivot.

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NHL News / Blade of Steel / July 17

Rangers Reportedly Targeting $30M Center From Crosstown Rival

The New York Rangers appear to be targeting the Islanders $30M centerman Jean-Gabriel Pageau, which would be sure to ignite a bigger feud between the two teams.

New York Rangers News / Blade of Steel / July 17

Former New York Rangers Winger and Fifth Overall Pick Announces Surprise Retirement

Blake Wheeler had a long and successful career in the NHL, and after not playing in 2024/25, the veteran has finally made his NHL retirement official. Back in 2004, the then Phoenix Coyotes used the No.

Gerard Gallant News / Blade of Steel / July 17

Former New York Rangers Head Coach Expected to Join KHL Team in Stunning Career Move

Gerard Gallant has failed to land a role in the NHL since departing the New York Rangers, and now the veteran Head Coach is reportedly headed to Russia.

New York Rangers News / House of Hockey / July 16

Former New York Rangers Goalie Passes Away at the Age of 77

The hockey world has been thrust into mourning once again following the confirmed passing of former New York Rangers, Montreal Canadiens, and Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Wayne Thomas at 77.

New York Rangers News / Daily Faceoff / July 16

Are the Rangers a better team after offseason moves?

One team that is trying to show that last year was a fluke is the New York Rangers. After following up on a Presidents’ Trophy win with missing out on the Stanley Cup Playoffs entirely, general manager Chris Drury has made some moves so far this offseason, most notably signing defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov to a seven-year contract.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 16