The New York Rangers learned bittersweet news as the roster welcomed back a three-time Stanley Cup champion who Mike Sullivan still can’t put on the ice.

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With only one month remaining until the 2026 Discover NHL Winter Classic, the countdown to the much-anticipated annual event has begun, as the two-time defending Stanley Cup®-champion Florida Panthers are set to host the Original Six New York Rangers outdoors at loanDepot park,

After the 3-2 comeback victory over the Dallas Stars, New York Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan issued a straightforward comment for captain J.T. Miller and the rest of the team.

On the other side, the Rangers have been a struggle to watch at times this year. While they have looked better at times compared to last season, they still have many glaring errors, making many people wonder if it will be another long offseason in the Big Apple.

New York was overmatched in terms of star power, but never looked overwhelmed in a 3-2 overtime loss to the NHL-leading Avalanche.

Brandon Hagel scored twice and Jonas Johansson made 11 saves as the Tampa Bay Lighting beat the New York Rangers 4-1 to extend their winning streak to seven games.

Goaltender Brandon Halverson, selected two rounds ahead of Igor Shesterkin by the New York Rangers in the 2014 NHL Draft,