New York Rangers aim to rebound after disappointing season

The New York Rangers finished at the bottom of the NHL's Metropolitan Division and missed the Stanley Cup playoffs, recording six home shutouts at Madison Square Garden. Captain J.T. Miller, who posted 17 goals and 36 assists in 68 games, was singled out for his seven‑year, $56 million contract, which analysts label one of the league's worst deals. Miller acknowledged fan frustration after the season ended.

General manager Chris Drury overhauled the roster, trading for high‑scoring forward Pavel Dorofeyev on a seven‑year, $77 million deal, and acquiring defensemen Marcus Pettersson and Sean Durzi, plus goaltender Joonas Korpisalo. The team’s success hinges on keeping star goaltender Igor Shesterkin and defenseman Adam Fox healthy, as injuries to both derailed the previous campaign. Dorofeyev is expected to boost goal production, while Miller’s aging contract and performance remain a focal point for the Rangers' upcoming 2026‑27 playoff push.