Bantering Points: 6/19/25

Here are today's news and links:

From Blueshirt Banter:

Chip takes a look at Sam Bennett and this year's free agent center class and explains why the Rangers should be cautious (BSB)

Matt Rempe and the Rangers have agreed on a two-year extension, keeping the pending restricted free agent off the open market (BSB)

Rangers News:

Tom Urtz Jr. explores three potential free agent signings that could derail the Rangers’ offseason (Blue Line Station)

Jennifer Streeter evaluates the biggest draft needs for the Blueshirts and what they should do during the 2025 NHL Draft (Blue Line Station)

Around the NHL:

The Chicago Blackhawks have handed forward Ryan Donato a four-year contract with a total value of $16 million (The AP)

Nick Bonino has announced his retirement after 15 seasons and will be joining the Pittsburgh Penguins coaching staff next season (NHL.com)

Florida Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk shares he dealt with a torn adductor muscle and a sports hernia this season and was unsure he would be ready for the playoffs (SportsNet)

Nashville Predators captain Roman Josi is expected to be ready for the start of the 2025-26 season as he recovers from Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (NHL.com)

The New Jersey Devils have acquired Jeremy Hanzel and a 2025 fourth-round pick from the Predators in exchange for forward Erik Haula (SportsNet)

While celebrating their second straight Stanley Cup title, the Florida Panthers have damaged Lord Stanley (TSN)