New York Rangers Analysis
The Blessing and the Curse of Matt Rempe’s Role on the Rangers
The Rangers forward is straddling the line between reinvigorating the team and heading down a dark path.
New York Rangers Analysis
Dive deeper with New York Rangers analysis from the Blueshirt Banter team—where strategy meets stats, trades are teased out, and every roster move gets broken down. Whether it’s youth development, roster depth, or cap-maneuvering, we give you the insight Rangers fans need.
New York Rangers Analysis
What the Will Borgen Extension Says About Chris Drury's Trade Deadline Plans
After a dismal stretch and calls to blow it up rebuild, the Rangers have doubled down on staying competitive, inking Will Borgen to a 5-year extension. But is Borgen the solution or a risky overcommitment?
New York Rangers Analysis
Can the Rangers Acquire Three First Round Draft Picks at the 2025 Trade Deadline?
From Will Borgen’s rising trade value to Reilly Smith’s resurgence and Ryan Lindgren’s defensive grit, the Rangers have plenty of assets to move before the trade deadline. How many of these could fetch them a first round draft pick?
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Blueshirt Banter Roundtable: What the Rangers Should Do Between Now and the Trade Deadline
With the New York Rangers hovering between a wild card playoff spot and a lottery draft pick, GM Chris Drury has some huge decisions to make by the trade deadline. Blueshirt Banter contributors weigh in on who should stay and who should go.
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The New York Rangers Need J.T. Miller. Again.
The New York Rangers, struggling mid-season, could benefit from the emotional drive of J.T. Miller, a former Ranger now with Vancouver. Amidst locker room drama in Vancouver, Miller's fiery spirit might be just what the Blueshirts need to reignite their season.
New York Rangers Analysis
A Few Wins Shouldn’t Make You, or Chris Drury, Trust This Team and Avoid a Sell-Off
It's a matter of trust when it comes to this core. And we've already seen them quit when things got hard. A few wins here and there doesn't change that, or change the right thing to do with this season: sell.
New York Rangers Analysis
Why the Rangers Should Claim Arthur Kaliyev From the Kings
Kaliyev, placed on waivers by the Kings, presenting an opportunity for the Rangers to add talent easily and cheaply. His acquisition could be a strategic move as the Rangers look to reshape their roster and move other pieces out.
New York Rangers Analysis
The Rangers Must Fix Their Toxic Culture Now Before It Permanently Harms Their Young Players
The Rangers locker room is clearly toxic. How much longer can Drury let it impact the players he wants to keep around?
Project 94
Where the Rangers Need To Improve the Most: Generating and Preventing Shots From the Slot
The Rangers' struggle isn't about turnovers anymore. It's about not matching opponents' high-danger chances. Kreider and Zibanejad, the team's top line forwards, are underperforming in shot creation. Will they step up, or will the Rangers continue to falter?
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K’Andre Miller Needs An Identity on This Rangers Team Before It's Too Late
K’Andre Miller, once a promising asset for the New York Rangers, is now at a crossroads. After a game-changing mistake in a loss against the Panthers, the focus turns to whether Miller can reclaim his spot as an elite two-way defenseman or if he needs to redefine his game.
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Peter Laviolette Needs To Go Now, Even if This Rangers Season Isn't His Fault
The Rangers' woes aren't just on Laviolette, but his system and player accountability have exacerbated the team's struggles. With the defense faltering and stars like Zibanejad underperforming, the question isn't if, but when, the Rangers move on from their coach. That time should be now.
New York Rangers Analysis
5 Potential Blockbuster Trades for Artemi Panarin
If a major roster shakeup for the New York Rangers is coming, that might include a deal for Artemi Panarin. Here are five different options for what a Panarin trade could look like and how it might benefit the Rangers.