Blueshirt Bandwidth #93: The Braden Schneider Quandary

Braden Schneider is still here, and Joe and Chip try to untangle the Rangers' logjam on the right side of the blueline.

Podcast Ombudsman Report for Blueshirt Bandwidth Ep. 92

From Darnell Nurse's real value to whether Dorofeyev's deal is a problem for Zibanejad, the Ombudsman checks this week's numbers—plus some very specific Lehigh trivia.

Bantering Points: 7/16/26

Your morning round-up of the latest from Blueshirt Banter, Rangers News, and updates from around the NHL

Rangers Sign Alberts Smits to Entry-Level Contract

The Rangers agree to terms with their 2026 fifth overall draft selection, Alberts Smits.

Rangers to Open Season at Boston, Home Opener vs. Tampa Bay on Oct. 1

Two games of the 2026-27 season have been announced as the Rangers will open on the road in Boston before hosting Tampa.

Bantering Points: 7/15/26

Your morning round-up of the latest from Blueshirt Banter, Rangers News, and updates from around the NHL

What's Left for the Rangers? Five Remaining UFA Forwards They Could Target

The Rangers' forward group already looks close to full, but a handful of free agents still make sense—including two very familiar faces. So which ones are worth it?

Bantering Points: 7/14/26

Your morning round-up of the latest from Blueshirt Banter, Rangers News, and updates from around the NHL

Rangers Sign Braden Schneider to One-Year, $5.5M Contract

The Rangers avoid arbitration with Braden Schneider, as the two sides agree to a one-year bridge deal.

Podcast Question Thread

Ask and you shall receive.

Bantering Points: 7/13/26

Your morning round-up of the latest from Blueshirt Banter, Rangers News, and updates from around the NHL

Media Bytes: Fox, It Was Time to Tro, Lafrenière, Korpisalo, Rust Reunion?

Friedman likes the Rangers' new blue line, thinks Laf's due for a fresh start, and isn't shocked Trocheck's time in New York is over. Plus, a defense the Korpisalo trade.