Bantering Points: 8/17/26

Here are today's news and links:

Rangers News:

Tom Urtz Jr. talks about where Igor Shesterkin ranked on the NHL Network's top goalie rankings (Blue Line Station)

Brian Germinaro makes the case that trading for Sean Durzi was the Rangers' best acquisition (Blue Line Station)

Nick Ziegler explains why this upcoming season is make-or-break for the general manager Chris Drury (Sports Illustrated)

Kenneth Teape discusses former Ranger Blake Wheeler leaving his front office role with the team (Sports Illustrated)

Nick Ziegler takes a look at the Blueshirts' biggest weakness heading into the 2026-27 season (Sports Illustrated)

Around the NHL:

Here is a look at the NHL Network's goalie rankings heading into the 2026-27 season (NHL.com)

Carolina Hurricanes forward Logan Stankoven brought the Stanley Cup to his high school and a local hospital (NHL.com)

The Vegas Golden Knights have unveiled their new center ice logo for their 10-year anniversary (Bleacher Report)

Here is a look at five contracts that could age poorly four seasons later come the 2030-31 season (Bleacher Report)