New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (upper body) will be back in the lineup on Saturday against the Ottawa Senators. He has missed six games due to an upper-body injury. Kreider will replace Brett Berard, joining the third line. In his last outing, Kreider managed to score against the Buffalo Sabres, but his season as a whole has been disappointing. The veteran winger has accumulated 21 points (17 goals, four assists) over 48 appearances. In two outings against the Senators, Kreider has gone scoreless while registering only two shots on goal.
Chris Kreider Considered A Game-Time Decision Friday
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (upper body) is a game-time decision for Friday's showdown against the Toronto Maple Leafs. He has missed the last two games due to an upper-body injury but could return to action on Friday after fully participating in Thursday's practice. While Kreider has shown some improvement this month, he hasn't performed at his usual level for most of the season. In 48 games, he has recorded 17 goals and 21 points. If Kreider is not ready for game action on Friday, either Brennan Othmann or Arthur Kaliyev will have the chance to play.
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (upper body) is viewed as a game-time decision for Tuesday's contest against the New York Islanders. Kreider was a late scratch prior to Sunday's contest against the Pittsburgh Penguins. However, the 33-year-old was able to participate in Tuesday's morning skate, which is a positive sign. When Kreider was scratched before Sunday's contest, Arthur Kaliyev drew into the starting lineup. If Kreider is unable to play on Tuesday, Kaliyev or Jimmy Vesey will take Kreider's spot in the lineup. Across 48 games this season, Kreider has scored just 17 goals and added four helpers. He has logged 60 hits with a poor -6 rating. If Kreider is cleared to return, he will likely return to the third unit and carry little fantasy value.
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (upper body) was a late scratch for Sunday's clash against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Kreider was on the ice for pregame warmups but was ruled out for the contest due to an upper-body injury. The veteran winger scored his 17th goal of the season in Saturday's 8-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres and has notched 21 points in 48 games during a difficult year in New York. Jimmy Vesey, who was initially set to replace Arthur Kaliyev, took Kreider's spot in the lineup. Kreider is considered day-to-day and will have his first chance to return on Tuesday in the Battle of New York against the Islanders.
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider scored during Sunday's overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens. Kreider would find the back of the net late in the second period on a tip-in goal. Even though the 33-year-old has had a disappointing season, he is beginning to find his footing. This was his second goal in his previous two games and fourth goal over his past seven. However, during this stretch, he has only tallied one helper and is averaging just under two shots on goal per game. However, seeing Kreider continue to find his scoring touch is a positive sign for the New York offense. Through 38 games this season, the veteran has scored 15 goals (five on the power-play) and tacked on just one assist. He should continue to see time on the third line but could return to the top line if he finds his footing.
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (upper body) has been activated from Injured Reserve ahead of Tuesday's matchup against Colorado. The veteran forward looks ready to return from a four-game absence. Kreider is projected to skate with Filip Chytil and Arthur Kaliyev on the third line, but he should also see action on the power play. It's been a tricky campaign for Kreider, who has totaled 13 goals and 15 points in 34 appearances. However, he had heated up before getting hurt with a season-best three-game point streak.
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (upper body) has been placed on Injured Reserve. He will miss a second consecutive game on Tuesday against Dallas and will not be available for at least a few more contests. Kreider has run into health issues just as he recorded a season-best three-game point streak. He has notched 12 goals and 15 points in 34 games during a rough campaign. Jonny Brodzinski is expected to remain in the top six as Kreider's replacement on Tuesday. Brodzinski made a scoring return to the lineup on Sunday versus Chicago and has additional fantasy value playing next to Mika Zibanejad and Reilly Smith.
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (upper body) will not play on Monday against St. Louis. He is considered day-to-day with an upper-body injury. Kreider's absence comes on the same day his name popped up in trade rumors. The veteran has struggled in 2024-25, posting nine goals with zero assists in 19 outings. Mika Zibanejad is projected to skate with Will Cuylle and Brett Berard, who will make his NHL debut. Alexis Lafreniere will take Kreider's spot on the first power-play unit.
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (illness) appears ready to play on Thursday against the Red Wings. He missed Wednesday's practice because of an illness but participated in Thursday's morning skate, working on his usual spot on the first line. The Rangers' top trio hasn't quite hit top gear yet, but Kreider has been prolific on special teams and can't complain after scoring three times in the first three games of the season. He has tallied 11 goals and 12 assists in 30 career appearances against Detroit.
Chris Kreider Sits Out Wednesday's Practice With An Illness
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider wasn't on the ice for Wednesday's practice due to an illness. Jonny Brodzinski filled in for Kreider on the first line. However, Kreider traveled with the team to Detroit to face the Red Wings on Thursday, so he might still remain in the lineup if he makes a quick recovery. Kreider has started the 2024-25 campaign in good goal-scoring form, netting three markers in three games with nine shots on goal. He has scored in all situations and recorded the game-winning goal when the Rangers beat Detroit 4-1 on home ice on Monday.
Chris Kreider Ends Scoreless Run With Two-Point Effort
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider finished Thursday's 3-2 Game 5 loss to the Panthers with two points. He tied Mark Messier's franchise record with his third career short-handed postseason goal and registered an assist when Alexis Lafreniere found the back of the net late in the game. These are Kreider's first points of the Eastern Conference Final. His productivity has suddenly nosedived after Kreider enjoyed a very good start to the postseason and scored a hat trick to finish off Carolina in Game 6 in the previous round. The veteran winger boasts eight goals and 12 points in 15 games for the 2024 playoff campaign.
Chris Kreider Joins Special List With Third-Period Hat Trick
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider popped up with three big goals on Thursday against Carolina, helping the team clinch the second-round series with a 5-3 win. He joined Mark Messier and Wayne Gretzky as the third player to score a hat trick in a single period for the Rangers in a playoff game. Additionally, Kreider became the sixth player in Stanley Cup Playoffs history to score a natural hat trick which included the series-clinching goal. The Rangers were 3-1 down entering the third period before Kreider took the team on his back and registered his first career playoff hat trick. The Rangers' all-time leader in postseason goals has lit the lamp seven times in 10 playoff games this year, adding three assists.
Chris Kreider Scores Hat Trick In High-Scoring Victory
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider recorded a hat trick in Thursday's 7-4 victory against the Canadiens. Kreider scored a goal at even-strength and once on the power-play in the second period, while completing the hat trick with a tip-in goal slightly before the halfway point of the final frame. Kreider has been a valuable contributor across all fantasy formats with totals of 27 goals and 51 points through 54 games to rank second on the team in scoring.
Chris Kreider Amasses Three Points In Comeback Victory
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider played a major role in Sunday's 5-2 victory over Anaheim, posting three points with a goal and two assists. Led by Kreider, the Rangers turned a 2-0 deficit into a comfortable win. His helpers came on the power play, and Kreider scored the team's fourth goal. A four-game point streak has lifted Kreider to 43 points for the season. He's had 22 goals and 21 assists in 46 appearances with a team-best plus-10 rating.
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider had two assists in Friday's 4-3 loss to Edmonton. He provided an even-strength helper to Blake Wheeler and had a power-play assist when Mika Zibanejad scored. This marks Kreider's second consecutive outing with two assists and his third multi-point performance in four games. It's safe to say he's back on form following a four-game scoring drought. Kreider is second on the team with 16 goals and comes behind Zibanejad (30) and Artemi Panarin (43) with 28 points through 31 games.
Chris Kreider Opens Season With Outstanding Performance
New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider crushed the season opener on Thursday versus Buffalo, scoring two goals and bagging an assist in a 5-1 road victory. The 32-year-old became the sixth Ranger in history to hit at least five goals in season openers. He scored a power-play goal in the first period and notched a short-handed tally in the third. Kreider wrapped up his three-point night when he assisted Jacob Trouba on an empty-net goal. This was a great start to the season for Kreider and his line, as Mika Zibanejad collected three assists next to him. The two were joined by Kaapo Kakko, who led the team in power-play time with 2:51 and produced three shots on goal.
Chris Kreider Racks Up Three Points In Elimination Game
New York Rangers winger Chris Kreider had an outstanding game Saturday against New Jersey as the team battled off elimination from the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs, producing three points in a 5-2 victory. With the Rangers down 1-0, Kreider scored a power-play goal late in the first period and registered two assists in the second. The 32-year-old tied the NHL record for most goals in potential elimination games, having now netted 16 times in 28 such outings. Kreider has already scored five power-play goals in these playoffs and is averaging a goal per game through six contests. He boasts a team-best nine points, and considering Kreider's history in pressure situations, he'll be one to watch in Monday's intriguing Game 7.
Chris Kreider Sets Rangers Record For Most Playoff Goals
New York Rangers winger Chris Kreider opened the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs with a historical achievement, becoming the franchise's all-time leading postseason goal-scorer. He entered Game 1 against New Jersey tied with Rod Gilbert at the top of the list and moved past the Hall of Famer with a power-play goal 9:30 into the first period. Kreider then added a second power-play tally in the third to jump to 36 playoff goals and help the team to a nice 5-1 victory. It was Kreider's fourth multi-goal outing in the playoffs and only four Rangers players have more of them. Kreider took a step back during the regular season, but he looks set for another productive playoff campaign.
New York Rangers winger Chris Kreider potted two goals as the team extended its winning streak to seven games with a 5-4 shootout victory in Edmonton. He had his third short-handed goal of the season and a power-play marker. The Rangers have reached two winning streaks of at least seven games for the first time in franchise history. Kreider has been a major part of it, scoring five goals and delivering four assists during the current run of victories. He has taken a step back compared to last season, but Kreider has still had a decent campaign with 24 goals and 19 assists in 52 games.
New York Rangers winger Chris Kreider (upper body) will miss a second consecutive game Sunday versus Montreal. He was initially doubtful for the contest but has now been officially ruled out. Kreider sustained an upper-body injury against Minnesota on Tuesday and has been forced to exit the lineup for the first time this season. Alexis Lafreniere was promoted to his spot on the first line for Thursday's clash with the Stars and looks set to continue in the role Sunday. The 21-year-old gets a great chance to boost his scoring numbers against a team that allows 3.74 goals per game.
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