Bantering Points: 6/19/26

Here are today's news and links:

From Blueshirt Banter:

Charlie Vidal has the Ombudsman Report for last week's episode of Blueshirt Bandwidth (BSB)

On episode 89 of Blueshirt Bandwidth, Joe and Eric talk about the Stanley Cup final, the Knicks, and more (BSB)

Chip23 takes a look at what Rangers free agents are staying and which ones are leaving (BSB)

Chris Feldman examines what led to the Vegas Golden Knights' defeat in the Stanley Cup final (BSB)

Rangers News:

Vincent Z. Mercogliano takes a look at defenseman prospect Carlson Carels, who the Rangers could select with the fifth overall pick (The Athletic)

Lucas Standel lists three bottom-six forwards the Rangers should target this offseason (THW)

Around the NHL:

The NHL has cleared Edmonton Oilers coaching candidate Mike Babcock to coach again following their investigation (SportsNet)

Anaheim Ducks forward Troy Terry is going to miss the start of the season after undergoing surgery (SportsNet)

The Washington Capitals have extended head coach Spencer Carbery on a multi-year deal (SportsNet)

Longtime Chicago Blackhawk and Stanley Cup champion Jonathan Toews is set to announce his retirement tomorrow (TSN)

The Boston Bruins have announced that they will be retiring Patrice Bergeron's number this upcoming season (SportsNet)