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11 hours ago
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Maple Leafs Connected to NY Rangers Veteran Amid Offseason Retool
The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering an offseason of possible big changes after another early playoff exit. With over $26 million in projected cap space and a need to reshape the roster, Toronto is starting to get linked to several potential trade targets. Advertisement One name gaining traction is New York Rangers forward Chris Kreider, who could be on his way out of Manhattan. According to The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta, the Leafs are among the teams that could pursue Kreider this summer. In a piece for The Fourth Period, Pagnotta noted that New York may shop the 34-year-old winger to free up space. 'Is Chris Kreider the right target? The New York Rangers are expected throw his name out there again as they try to free up some cap space," Pagnotta wrote. "The former 52-goal scorer had a down year, but his $6.5 million cap hit, and style of player, could fit nicely on the team's second line if they feel he can regain 30+ goal form.' Advertisement Kreider finished the season with 22 goals and 30 points in 68 games, a sharp decline from the 39-goal campaign he posted just a year earlier. Kreider has two years remaining on his seven-year, $45.5 million contract and holds a 15-team no-trade clause, holding some leverage in his potential destination. New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) celebrates a goal with Artemi Panarin (10).Jim Rassol-Imagn Images Though Kreider expressed his desire to remain with the Rangers, trade speculation has surrounded him since reports emerged that general manager Chris Drury circulated his name in a memo to other teams at the start of the season. 'This is home for me,' Kreider said. 'This is the organization that gave me an opportunity to live out my dream.' Advertisement Related: 'Realistic' Red Wings Trade Idea Sends Rangers Forward to Detroit Related: Maple Leafs Linked to 34-Year-Old Predators Forward Amid Uncertainty
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2 days ago
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Rangers Predicted to Trade Star to Kraken Amid Offseason Rumors
Rangers Predicted to Trade Star to Kraken Amid Offseason Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Rangers are entering a crucial offseason that could see them move on from a few players. Multiple key pieces to the Rangers' success could be on the move, including defenseman K'Andre Miller. Advertisement Miller has been a highly talked-about name in trade rumors, and it could see New York move on from him. One team that could be interesting as a landing spot for the defenseman is the Seattle Kraken. The Kraken missed the postseason this past season, finishing the year with a record of 35-41-6. Seattle has been pushing toward getting back to the playoffs, but they haven't found much consistency on the ice. One way to make that happen could be for the team to be aggressive in adding talent this offseason. Seattle has plenty of cap space to work with, opening the door for a potential deal between the two sides. NHL writer Adam Gretz of Bleacher Report linked the two teams together. Advertisement "They have some salary-cap flexibility; they have a need; and they have plenty of draft capital over the next few years. Miller could arrive in Seattle and immediately be one of its best all-around defensemen and bring some much-needed mobility and offensive upside.", Gertz said. New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) celebrates with defenseman K'Andre Miller (79) after scoring a goal in the third period against the Carolina Cruz-Imagn Images Miller could instantly spark the defensive unit of the team, even with him putting up a down season of seven goals and 20 assists last year. The star ranked 50th out of 214 defenders, who logged at least 500 minutes of ice time, by being on the ice for 2.78 goals per 60 minutes. The defender has all the potential in the world to keep getting better, and a team like Seattle could be perfect for him. Due to the Kraken having loads of draft capital to work with, the Rangers and them could likely come to terms on a deal. Advertisement Seattle needs to start pushing toward contention, and adding a player like Miller could be exactly what they are missing. The Kraken have missed the playoffs three of four seasons, but this offseason could be a time to change the trajectory of the franchise. Related: Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner Linked to New Eye-Opening Landing Spot Related: Surprising NHL Team Expected to Be 'Major' Players in Free Agency This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
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2 days ago
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Rangers' dream scenario in 2025 NHL Free Agency
The post Rangers' dream scenario in 2025 NHL Free Agency appeared first on ClutchPoints. The New York Rangers endured a challenging 2024-25 season, with an abysmal stretch ruining any chance of making a strong run. Therefore, they missed the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. But there is optimism in the air, and New York might bounce back. If the Rangers' dream scenario in 2025 NHL free agency materializes, it could help them bounce back and make the 2026 postseason. Advertisement The Rangers' free agency period could be interesting, especially with just over $8.4 million in cap room. After hiring Mike Sullivan to be their new head coach, New York looks to correct course and get back into contention. Of course, there could be obstacles standing in their way, but they have the means to navigate them. New York has a roster that is in flux, with several of their stars over 30. Thus, whatever decisions they make could become very intriguing, especially as they attempt to compete with the powerhouses of the Eastern Conference, such as the Florida Panthers. There are many exciting possibilities, but accomplishing all this could be the ultimate dream. The Rangers re-sign Artemi Panarin Artemi Panarin is 33 years old. Ultimately, that means he could be approaching the end of his prime. While he doesn't become a free agent until 2026, the Rangers would be smart to extend him now, even on a short-term deal. Advertisement Panarin still had a productive season, even if his numbers dipped slightly. Notably, he scored 37 goals and 52 assists, totaling 89 points. While this was way down from the 120 points he established in the prior season, it was just slightly less than the 92 he had in the 2022-23 campaign. Panarin is still the superstar in New York, and his reliability (he played 80 games) and skill (over a point per game) make him very valuable. No, he is not one of the Rangers' free agents to worry about yet. But it could become a problem, especially if his value skyrockets after this coming season. New York could offer him a decent salary to stay in town and possibly finish his career with them. New York adds reliable role players in NHL free agency Numerous NHL free agents could become great role players for the Rangers. Ultimately, that may be what they need at this moment. Mikael Granlund could be a perfect role player for them. Advertisement Granlund just finished another solid season, split between the San Jose Sharks and the Dallas Stars, and is an unrestricted free agent. Currently, he is seeking $5 million, which the Rangers could do if they shed a contract or two. Defenseman Bowen Byram would also be a great addition, as he is currently a restricted free agent. Overall, Byram finished with 38 points for the Buffalo Sabres last season, which was a career high. Byram won a Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche a few seasons ago and brings that playoff grit with him. The Rangers trade Chris Kreider Trade rumors have circulated about Chris Kreider, and there could be no better time than now to make that a reality. Unfortunately, it was a bad season for Kreider, and his value could diminish. Kreider had just 22 goals and eight assists through 68 games. Those numbers paled in comparison to the 39 goals and 36 assists he netted the previous season. The Rangers must trade Kreider. Ultimately, it could be the best for the team as it tries and retools without rebuilding. It appeared that he was slowing down, even before his injury. New York would be smart to find a trade partner and strip some cash. Sending Kreider to Detroit could yield them Vladimir Tarasenko and save them $2 million. This helps their cap space, while also giving Kreider a fresh start. New York moves on from K'Andre Miller The Rangers could trade K'Andre Miller this offseason, as they are testing the market to see what they could get. It's understandable, as Miller had a poor season for the Rangers, scoring just seven goals and 20 assists over 74 games. Additionally, his defense fell off during the latter stages of the season. Advertisement Because he is a restricted free agent, there is always the chance that another team matches the offer New York makes. Of the Rangers' free agents, he is one of the more important pieces they have because there is still value. New York could opt to trade him to a team in exchange for draft picks. Also, they might exchange him for another defenseman who needs a fresh start. The Rangers' NHL free agency period will be intense, as they attempt to juggle limited cap space and make room for impact players. All the while, New York will also extend offers toward the NHL free agents who could give them the best value and possibly propel them back into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Accomplishing all this would be the dream, and could help the 2023-24 President's Trophy winners vault back into contention. Related: Rangers' Mike Sullivan to add 2 ex-head coaches to staff
New York Post
22-05-2025
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- New York Post
Breaking down biggest reasons why Rangers are in current mess
Second in a three-part series. It wasn't a traditional rebuild, not in the least when the foundation was largely constructed on Artemi Panarin's free agent signing, the trade acquisition of Jacob Trouba and the gift horse landing in their lap called Adam Fox. But the Rangers' unique approach to their reset presaged by The Letter of February 2018 was kind of succeeding, and certainly when compared to traditional tear-it-down rebuilds that have been undertaken in Buffalo, Detroit, Chicago, San Jose and Philadelphia the past decade. Just two seasons later, the Blueshirts made it into the expanded 24-team COVID tournament, two seasons after that they were in the conference finals and two years after that they returned to the NHL's final four.
Associated Press
08-05-2025
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- Associated Press
Sullivan makes sure to speak with 'every player on the roster' as he starts anew as Rangers coach
For Mike Sullivan, the latest coach of the New York Rangers, there will be many priorities in taking over a team that missed the playoffs a season after winning the Presidents' Trophy. Foremost will be communication. 'I have spoken to every player on the roster over the last three days,'' Sullivan said Thursday at his introductory press conference. 'I think there is a fair amount of leadership in that room. There's a lot of character in that room.' Sullivan, the 38th coach in franchise history and fifth since 2018, agreed to lead the Rangers on May 2 after parting ways with Pittsburgh, where he won the Stanley Cup twice. He replaces Peter Laviolette, who was fired April 19 after the Rangers slid 29 points to miss the postseason despite their raft of talent. It will be up to Sullivan to resuscitate a power play that fell from the league's top echelon to 28th overall in 2024-25 and help the defense improve in front of elite goaltender Igor Shesterkin, who is coming off his worst NHL season. Sullivan spent four seasons as a Rangers assistant under then-coach John Tortorella from 2009-13. He also coached current Rangers president and general manager Chris Drury during that time. They also worked together through USA Hockey at the 4 Nations Face-Off last February and will be part of the U.S. contingent for the 2026 Milan Olympics. Sullivan will have top scorers Artemi Panarin, Mika Zibanejad and Adam Fox on his side after years guiding Penguins stars Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang in Pittsburgh, where he won the Cup in 2016 and 2017. 'I've grown so much respect over the years for the talent that the Rangers have,'' said Sullivan, who lost a seven-game first-round playoff series to the Rangers in 2022. 'I look forward to the opportunity to get to know these guys on a more personal level. I look forward to the opportunity to work with them, both on the ice and off the ice, to try to become the most competitive team that we can become.' Also pressing for the 57-year-old Sullivan — who was drafted by the Rangers in 1987 and later played 709 NHL games for four other franchises — is how he will handle younger Rangers such as 22-year-old Brennan Othmann and 20-year-old Gabe Perreault, a first-round pick in 2023 who joined the team briefly at the end of last season. 'Part of coaching or the art of coaching, I guess, is trying to figure out what that daily recipe is that's best for the player,'' Sullivan said. 'Sometimes it's time in the American League as a young player, sometimes it's time in the National League depending on the types of minutes that that player can play. What I will tell you is that I think it's important that every player earns their opportunities, that no one's entitled to an opportunity.' Sullivan was joined Thursday by Drury, who was awarded a contract extension last month. Drury's previous two coaching hires — Laviolette and Gerard Gallant — each lasted two seasons. The 48-year-old executive expressed enthusiasm for the addition of Sullivan, the only U.S.-born coach with multiple Stanley Cup wins. 'The second Mike was available, we quickly and aggressively pursued him,'' Drury said. 'We are certainly thrilled that pursuit led us to this moment today. There's a lot of work to be done.' ___ AP NHL:
