Bantering Points: 8/13/26

Here are today's news and links:

From Blueshirt Banter:

Chris Feldman takes a look at what is in store for the Montreal Canadiens this upcoming season (BSB)

Eric Kohn previews the expectations for Taylor Raddysh after his first season with the Rangers (BSB)

Rangers News:

Scott Rogust makes the case that the Rangers signing Patrick Laine is too much of a risk (Blue Line Station)

Brian Abate talks about why the Blueshirts will be heavily relying on J.T. Miller and Mika Zibanejad (THW)

Scott Rogust explains why getting a contract extension done with Gabe Perreault before the start of the season is easier said than done (Blue Line Station)

Kenneth Teape discusses three Rangers that could be potential trade candidates this season (Sports Illustrated)

Kenneth Teape takes a look at the changes the Rangers made to their strength and conditioning and sports science department (Sports Illustrated)

Around the NHL:

Here are 12 under-the-radar moves from this offseason, which include one of the Rangers' signings (SportsNet)

Here are Scott Wheeler's preseason top 32 prospects ahead of the 2027 NHL Draft (The Athletic)

Carolina Hurricanes forward Jordan Martinook rode with the Stanley Cup in his Corvette to a hometown event (NHL.com)