Here are today’s news and links:

Rangers News:

• Brett Cyrgalis notes that Kaapo Kakko’s struggles since returning to the lineup are only becoming more and more obvious (NY Post)
• Cyrgalis also discusses how the team is enjoying their trio of days off between games Monday and Friday (NY Post)
• Colin Stephenson writes that Jacob Trouba has lived up to the hype surrounding his offseason arrival on Broadway (Newsday)
• Vincent Mercogliano heard from Henrik Lundqvist about his lessened workload this season (LoHud)
• Sean Hartnett writes that with Taylor Hall officially off the market, Chris Kreider could bring back a premium trade return (WFAN)
• Frank Curto highlights Adam Fox’s play as the biggest surprise for New York thus far (Elite Sports NY)
• Andrew Steele-Davis suggests that the Blueshirts should look into acquiring Robby Fabbri from the Detroit Red Wings (Blue Line Station)
• Matt Catalano argues that if Pavel Buchnevich’s struggles continue, the Rangers would be wise to part ways with the young Russian forward (The Hockey Writers)

Around the NHL:

• Dustin Byfuglien has been in contact with the Winnipeg Jets to discuss options to rehab his surgically repaired ankle, although he still remains suspended by the team (TSN)
• Sonny Sachdeva breaks down how the St Louis Blues have gotten by in spite of Vladimir Tarasenko for the majority of the season (Sportsnet)
• Adam Gretz relays word that Calgary Flames’ assiatant general manager Chris Snow has been diagnosed with ALS (NBC Sports)