Bantering Points: 10/19/26

Here are today's news and links:

From Blueshirt Banter:

Roberto Solis-Byxbee breaks down the Rangers' loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets (Blueshirt Banter)

Phil Kocher talks about Alexis Lafrenière, the team's vibes, and more on this week's media bytes (Blueshirt Banter)

Rangers News:

Andrew Crane discusses Alberts Smits' strong play to start the season despite not producing points (NY Post)

Peter Baugh discusses what Dylan Garand can learn from Cam Talbot's time as a Rangers (The Athletic)

Around the NHL:

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck's suspension is set to end on Friday (SportsNet)

Here is a round up of all the games that took place last night and who emerged with a win (SportsNet)

The Toronto Maple Leafs are willing to trade prime assets to land a top defenseman (SportsNet)