Bantering Points: 8/2/26

Here are today's news and links:

From Blueshirt Banter:

Chris Feldman takes a look at what is in store for the Columbus Blue Jackets this upcoming season (BSB)

Rangers News:

Jordan Orth takes a look at the forwards on the Rangers roster heading into the 2026-27 season (THW)

Lucas Standel makes the case that the Blusehirts do not have a single bad contract on the books (THW)

Tom Urtz Jr. looks back at former Rangers goaltender Steve Valiquette's iconic Spider-Man mask (Blue Line Station)

Kenneth Teape names two trade targets for the Rangers to help solidify their middle-six (Sports Illustrated)

Kenneth Teape discusses former Ranger Vincent Trocheck comments about playing for the team (Sports Illustrated)

Around the NHL:

Here is a list of the top prospects to watch at this year's Hlinka Gretzky Cup (SportsNet)

Here is a list of alternate jerseys each NHL team should consider bringing back in the future (The Athletic)