Bantering Points: 8/1/26

Here are today's news and links:

From Blueshirt Banter:

Chip23 takes a look at how Leo Carlsson and Macklin Celebrini's new contract have changed the market (BSB)

Rangers News:

Mollie Walker talks with forward Matt Rempe about training camp and the upcoming season (NY Post)

Tom Urtz Jr. names seven former Rangers who are still without a contract for the upcoming season (Blue Line Station)

Jennifer Streeter looks at which Rangers participated in this year's Shoulder Check Showcase (Sports Illustrated)

Kenneth Teape explains what the best-case scenario would be for the Blueshirts this season (Sports Illustrated)

Here is a look at New York Rangers' forward Liam Greentree at Junior Rangers camp (NHL.com)

Around the NHL:

The Pittsburgh Penguins and forward Tommy Novak have agreed to terms on a three-year contract (SportsNet)

The San Jose Sharks and forward Collin Graf have agreed to terms on a three-year extension (TSN)

Here are three takeaways from the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, used to help determine the roster for the IIHF World Junior Championship (NHL.com)

First overall pick Gavin McKenna talks about what he has learned working with Macklin Celebrini (NHL.com)

The Athletic takes a look at which teams in the league have the most efficient contracts (The Athletic)