Bantering Points: 5/31/23

Here are today's news and links:

Rangers News:

Mollie Walker sums up the state of New York's coaching search in the wake of Spencer Carbery's hiring by Washington and John Hynes' firing by Nashville in favor of Andrew Brunette (NY Post)

Vincent Mercogliano examines the pros and cons of the Blueshirts' seemingly laser focus on hiring a retread head coach rather than a fresh face without NHL head coaching experience (LoHud)

Erin Casey cites the need for the Rangers to balance winning at all costs with ensuring the team's young players stay on a positive developmental path (The Hockey Writers)

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Around the NHL:

Pierre LeBrun relays word that the Calgary Flames have touched base with Gerard Gallant in regards to their vacant head coaching position (TSN)

Rory Boylen lists 20 players who could see their names pop up in offseason trade discussions (Sportsnet)