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New York Rangers Mika Zibanejad

The Empire State of Concern: Unpacking the Rangers’ Looming Issues

Well, folks, here we are in the dog days of summer, and while most of the hockey world is enjoying a well-deserved break, us scribes are already peering into the crystal ball, especially when it comes to a franchise like the New York Rangers. After a truly baffling 2024-25 season saw them miss the dance, the air in the Big Apple is thick with a mixture of cautious optimism and genuine, stomach-churning worry. The “dysfunction” that submarined last year’s campaign is (thankfully) not expected to repeat – a new bench boss in Mike Sullivan should take care of that. But

New York Rangers Igor Shesterkin

Between the Pipes: Shesterkin’s Historic Gamble and the Rangers’ Narrowing Window

The ink is barely dry on the most lucrative contract ever handed to a goaltender, and already the weight of a franchise, a city, and a rapidly closing Stanley Cup window rests squarely on the shoulders of one man: Igor Shesterkin. As the New York Rangers gear up for the 2025-26 season, their entire strategy, their every hope, is anchored to the performance of their $92 million man. It’s a high-stakes gamble that could either cement a championship legacy on Broadway or become a cautionary tale of a front-loaded contract crippling a contender. With a new, demanding coach behind the

New York Rangers Brennan Othmann

The Kids Are Coming: Who Will Seize a Roster Spot for the Rangers in 2025-26?

As the dust settles on another NHL season, the New York Rangers find themselves at a familiar crossroads. The perennial contenders are once again looking to fine-tune their roster, searching for the right mix of youth and experience to finally push them over the top. With some recent roster turnover and a constant need for reliable depth, the 2025-26 season is shaping up to be a pivotal one for several of the organization’s top prospects and young guns. While some players are all but guaranteed a spot on the opening night roster, a handful of dark horses are chomping at