Bantering Points: 9/9/26

Here are today's news and links:

Rangers News:

Snark Messier takes a look at if Mika Zibanejad can continue his level of play from a season ago (BSB)

Chris Feldman discusses the expectations for the Washington Capitals after missing the playoffs (BSB)

Rangers News:

Vincent Z. Mercogliano talks about the Rangers' prospect pool heading into the season (The Athletic)

Justin Bonhard explains why Rayan McDonagh was the last successful captain of the Rangers (Blue Line Station)

Tom Urtz Jr. examines why it is unlikely for Drew Fortescue to make the opening night roster (Blue Line Station)

Julia Ruocchio analyzes the development of Rangers 2024 first round pick EJ Emery (Sports Illustrated)

Around the NHL:

The Boston Bruins and forward Fraser Minten have agreed to terms on a seven-year contract (SportsNet)

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed forward Pierre-Olivier Joseph to a one-year deal (SportsNet)

The San Jose Sharks are bringing back goaltender Ilya Samsonov to a one-year contract (SportsNet)

The NHL draft is set to be decentralized for the third straight season for the 2027 NHL draft (TSN)

Winnipeg Jets captain Adam Lowry talks about goaltender Connor Hellebuyck's trade request (NHL.com)

With rookie camps and prospects approaching, here are some rookies to keep an eye on (NHL.com)