Bantering Points: 9/28/23

Here are today’s news and links:

Rangers News:

Christian Arnold relays word concerning Paul Bissonnette’s low expectations for the Blueshirts ahead of the 2023-24 campaign (NY Post)

Vincent Mercogliano notes that even if Will Cuylle is unable to make New York’s opening night roster, the gritty forward prospect has put himself into position to be at the top of the list of players to be recalled from AHL Hartford (LoHud)

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Around the NHL:

The Calgary Flames agreed to a two year, $9 million contract with forward Mikael Backlund, and promptly named him team captain (NBC Sports)

Elliotte Friedman authors an abbreviated version of 32 Thoughts (Sportsnet)

The Vancouver Canucks will induct Roberto Luongo into the team’s ring of honor on December 14th when they host the Florida Panthers (TSN)