Bantering Points: 8/14/26

Here are today's news and links:

From Blueshirt Banter:

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

On this week's episode of Blueshirt Bandwidth, Joe and Eric answer your questions, discuss a Perreault extension, and more (BSB)

Rangers News:

Scott Rogust explains why the Rangers can't bank on signing a center next year (Blue Line Station)

Justin Bonhard makes the case that Alberts Smits will be more valuable than Pavel Dorofeyev in the long run (Blue Line Station)

Nick Ziegler examines why the development of Liam Greentree is essential for the Blueshirts (Sports Illustrated)

Kenneth Teape explains why some of their forward prospects need to develop into NHL players by the end of the season (Sports Illustrated)

Around the NHL:

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski once again states his willingness to stay with the team (SportsNet)

Former Calgary Flames radio announcer Peter Maher has passed away at the age of 79 (SportsNet)

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey hopes goaltender Connor Hellebuyck remains with the team (TSN)

Colorado Avalanche forward Brock Nelson discusses the upcoming season (NHL.com)