Veteran goalie James Reimer, 38, signs a PTO with the Rangers’ AHL affiliate Hartford and delivers a 35‑save shutout in his debut, prompting New York to convert him to an NHL contract. With Igor Shesterkin out for the season and Joonas Korpisalo sidelined, Reimer’s performance could earn him a spot behind rookie Dylan Garand, potentially overtaking Spencer Martin. Reimer, who posted a 2.42 GAA and a shutout in 14 games for Ottawa last season, helped Hartford snap a five‑game skid with a 2‑0 win over Providence.
It might be too early to say so, but the Boston Bruins won a trade. It was a trade with the New York Rangers that sent goaltender Joonas Korpisalo to…
Reimer was signed by the New York Rangers’ AHL affiliate on a professional tryout last week.
With Glendening in, the Rangers shuffled the roster again before Ottawa. Now eight defensemen are up, and one young blueliner’s ice time is in question.
Twelve games into the season, the New York Rangers shuffle their depth corps, assigning veteran center Luke Glendening and sending forward Justin Dowling to Hartford while recalling defenseman Matthew Robertson. The move may cover for an injured Sean Durzi, who hurt his wrist in a 5‑2 win over Anaheim and missed practice before the Rangers' 5‑4 loss to Toronto. With the roster capped at 23 players, Robertson provides an emergency D‑man option alongside Scott Morrow, while rookie left‑shot Alberts Smits could also see time. The piece also breaks down the fallout from the Connor Hellebuyck trade, featuring analysis from former captain Dave Maloney, trade grades from New Jersey’s James Nichols and Daniel Amoia, and reactions from the wider NHL media.
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The New Jersey Devils bolstered their roster by trading for three‑time Vezina winner Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets, a move that directly impacts their 17‑mile rival, the New York Rangers. The Devils surrendered only depth players and two non‑first‑round picks, while acquiring a proven No. 1 goalie who, despite a rough 2024‑25 season, displayed Olympic‑level form in February 2026. With Rangers’ starter Igor Shesterkin out for the season and rookie Dylan Garand in the net, the trade raises the stakes in the Metropolitan rivalry, which now features three elite goaltenders (Shesterkin, Ilya Sorokin, Hellebuyck). The article argues the Rangers should note the Devils’ aggressive GM Sunny Mehta but focus on their own play to stay in the playoff hunt.
Rangers goalie Dylan Garand tops Cowboy's Calder Tracker one month into the season, with Blackhawks center Anton Frondell and Vegas forward Trevor Connelly right behind him.
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Former Rangers captain Dave Maloney reflects on the late Ron Duguay, who died at 69 on Thursday. Maloney recalls their 1979 run to the Stanley Cup Final, the iconic Sasson jeans commercial, and the “Hockey Sock Rock” song that made the duo New York celebrities. He emphasizes how those youthful years, including Duguay’s 27‑40 goal seasons and nightlife fame at Studio 54, remain treasured. While coach Herb Brooks later blamed Duguay’s off‑ice antics for a drop in production, Maloney, now 70, stresses the lasting friendship and Duguay’s impact on the Rangers’ storied era.
Six years after going first overall, the Rangers’ winger is finally starting to put the results together.
In this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos break down Connor McDavid's incredible five-point game against the Carolina Hurricanes and the Toronto Maple Leafs' depth stepping up in a win over the New York Rangers.
Without Igor Shesterkin, the Rangers are playing with house money. So why is Mike Sullivan still reaching for veterans when the kids are right there?
The Toronto Maple Leafs edged the New York Rangers 5-4 on Oct. 23, 2026, showcasing a new team identity anchored by passion and depth. Coach Jim Hiller praised the fourth line—Zack MacEwen, Teddy Blueger and Brandon Duhaime—which contributed seven points and relentless forechecking. Defenseman Troy Stecher capped the win with a decisive goal 28 seconds left, while forward Nick Paul drew a crucial penalty in the final moments. Hiller highlighted the line’s chemistry, the impact of role players, and the growing cohesion that could shape a playoff‑ready squad.
The Rangers sign 13‑year veteran Luke Glendening to a new NHL deal, pushing the 36‑year‑old Justin Dowley out of the fourth‑line center role he’d filled since forward Joe Veleno’s October 4 injury. Dowley logged a brief but productive night in a 5‑4 loss to Toronto on Oct. 23, earning a primary assist and posting a 79.24% expected‑goal share in under seven minutes of ice time. Despite his recent contributions, the addition of Glendening caps the roster at 23 players and may send Dowley back to Hartford. Meanwhile, the Canadiens lose captain Nick Suzuki for 2‑4 weeks, ending his 546‑game ironman streak, and trade chatter swirls around Detroit’s Dylan Larkin.
The Toronto Maple Leafs are starting to find some momentum. Thursday night’s 5-4 win over the New York Rangers, sealed by Troy Stecher’s goal with 26.3 seconds remaining, gave Toronto…
The Toronto Maple Leafs' depth players stepped up in a big way on Thursday, elevating the team to a 5-4 win over the New York Rangers.
The Toronto Maple Leafs extend their winning streak to three games with a 5-4 victory over the New York Rangers, propelled by a hot fourth line. Brandon Duhaime, Teddy Blueger and Zack MacEwen combined for seven points — the first of the season for each after signing on July 1 — and Duhaime says the unit will keep “snowballing” as chemistry builds. Their play complements Toronto’s top-ranked penalty kill and helped secure a 6‑4‑2 record through 12 games. Duhaime also praised Troy Stecher’s game‑winner and his hard‑nosed style.
Dylan Garand finally came back down to earth, Adam Fox piled up the assists, and a late goal stung. Plus: where the goalie search should go from here.
Glendening jumps from a PTO to a one-year deal with the Rangers.
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The Toronto Maple Leafs edge the New York Rangers 5-4 on Oct. 23, 2026, thanks to a surge from their fourth line and a game‑winning goal by defenseman Troy Stecher with 28 seconds left. Duhaime, Blueger and MacEwen combined for seven points, marking the line’s first big offensive output. Captain Morgan Rielly praised Stecher’s work ethic and chemistry after stepping in for the injured Chris Tanev, and lauded the fourth line’s hard‑working forecheck. The win caps a three‑game streak and sends the Leafs on a west‑bound road trip before a six‑game home stand.
On Oct. 20, we looked at five NHL teams already regretting their 2026 offseason moves. Now, we're looking at those whose offseason pickups are paying off thus far in 2026-27.
Troy Stecher caps a dramatic comeback as the Toronto Maple Leafs edge the New York Rangers 5-4 on Oct. 23, 2026, scoring the winner with 27 seconds left. The win fuels a three‑game streak and a four‑game road trip. A standout night comes from the Leafs' fourth line—Brandon Duhaime (three points), Teddy Blueger and Zack MacEwen (two points each)—who post a season‑best performance, outshooting the Rangers 4‑0 in 5:19 of shared ice time. Coach Jim Hiller praises Nick Paul’s play leading to the goal, while Sergei Bobrovsky endures a shaky night despite the team’s run support. The article breaks down five key takeaways from the victory.
The Maple Leafs scored five in this regulation win over the Rangers, four at even strength and one on the power play, without a goal from Auston Matthews or William Nylander. Offensively, this looks like a team that’s not just talented — which was apparent from jump — but is now starting to smooth out […]
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The Toronto Maple Leafs are feeling it. After beating the Columbus Blue Jackets on the road, 6-2, on Tuesday, the Leafs returned home and took down the New York Rangers on Thursday at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. The Maple Leafs are now on a three-game winning streak, and just had the best game of their […]
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