Posts About "Brendan Smith"
3 Rangers Who Will Be Disappointing in 2019-20
October 1st, 2019 The New York Rangers, as well as the rest of the National Hockey League, will be getting underway in just a few days. There is a lot of hope and hype with this seemingly brand new team, and expectations have not been higher. But, with all of that hope being on a bunch of young players and very few experienced veterans, it leaves...
How Does Trouba's Arrival Change Rangers' Lineup?
June 19th, 2019 The New York Rangers acquired another piece to the puzzle that they've been eyeing for quite some time. In exchange for defenseman Neal Pionk and the 20th overall pick in Friday's NHL Entry Draft, the Winnipeg Jets decided to end Jacob Trouba's tumultuous tenure with the Winnipeg Jets. This acquisition may dramatically change the...
Rangers' Defense Depth Offers Tantalizing Trade Options
June 12th, 2019 What an offseason it's been for the New York Rangers. First, they won the second-overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft Lottery, then fan-favorite, John Davidson, returned home to replace Glen Sather as the new caretaker of the franchise. Armed with blue line depth and ample salary cap space, the Rangers are ready to make a splash...
Predicting Rangers Opening Night Defense
May 22nd, 2019 The 2019 NHL Entry Draft is about a month away, signaling the period during which next season's rosters will begin to take shape. For the New York Rangers, this draft is not likely to contain any players that would suit up on defense for them next season. When the Rangers rebuild began at the 2018 trade deadline, general manager,...
Rangers Buying Out Their Defense Could Lead to Regret
January 29th, 2019 So far, the New York Rangers have been passing the "patience test" during their rebuild. No impulsive big-name free-agent signings or quick-fix trades. No rushing youngsters in the minors who aren't ready for the NHL level. Just a steady, gradual approach to the process of properly laying a foundation for the future - one...
What Should the Rangers Do With Smith?
January 29th, 2019 The New York Rangers will have a very important decision to make regarding defenseman Brendan Smith. Smith’s defensive troubles are persistent and are often a primary cause of the team’s defensive woes. He was acquired by the Rangers before the 2017 Trade Deadline in exchange for two draft picks. The team went on to make the...
