Bantering Points: 8/24/25

Here are today's news and links:

From Blueshirt Banter:

Roberto Solis-Byxbee kicks off season previews by examining what the expectations are for Brennan Othmann this season (BSB)

Rangers News:

Jennifer Streeter takes a look at the Rangers' records that new head coach Mike Sullivan has the potential to break (Blue Line Station)

Brian Abate explains why the Rangers must trust their young forwards if they are going to find success (THW)

Remy Mastey examines which Rangers trio will have the most influence on their season (THN)

Tom Urtz Jr. looks back at Mika Zibanejad's record-setting performance against the Philadelphia Flyers in 2021 (Blue Line Station)

Around the NHL:

Chicago Blackhawks forward Frank Nazar discusses how his recent extension has not changed how he is approaching the season (SportsNet)

NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly talks about when the 2026-27 NHL season will potentially start (SportsNet)

The ECHL has approved an expansion team that will be located in Augusta, Georgia, and former NFL player Tim Tebow will be a part owner (ECHL.com)

The Big Ten conference has announced their hockey schedule for the 2025-26 NCAA season (BigTen.org)