Bantering Points: 7/16/25

Here are today's news and links:

Rangers News:

Mollie Walker examines how much of an impact what position Mika Zibanejad plays has on the Rangers success (NY Post)

Vincent Z. Mercogliano explains why the Rangers should not rush an extension with star Artemi Panarin (LoHud)

Jennifer Streeter takes a look at three noteworthy Rangers prospects from development camp (Blue Line Station)

Brian Abate explains how defenseman Carson Soucy can still have a positive role with the Blueshirts (THW)

Lucas Standel makes the case for the Rangers finishing as a top three team in the Metropolitan Division (THW)

Around the NHL:

Joe Thornton has been named a player development coach and hockey operations for the San Jose Sharks (SportsNet)

The Toronto Maple Leafs have placed forward Ty Voit on unconditional waivers (SportsNet)

The Chicago Blackhawks and third overall pick Anton Frondell have agreed to terms on an entry-level contract (TSN)

Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch has stated the team is looking for a way to improve the team's goaltending (TSN)

Michael Carcone has resigned with the Utah Mammoth after recording 19 points last season (NHL.com)

The Buffalo Sabres have signed ninth overall pick Radim Mrtka to his entry-level contract (TSN)