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Alexis Lafrenière • LW • Rangers

Alexis Lafreniere Good to Go Against Sabres

New York Rangers winger Alexis Lafreniere (illness) is expected to play on Thursday against the Buffalo Sabres. It was initially unclear if Lafreniere would play after he missed Wednesday's practice due to illness. The 24-year-old is set to remain on the second line against Buffalo. He will work with Vincent Trocheck and the returning J.T. Miller (upper body). On Thursday, Lafreniere will attempt to post his second three-game point streak of the season. He's had a fabulous start to January, registering one goal and three assists in two games.

2 hours ago

Alexis Lafrenière • LW • Rangers

Alexis Lafreniere Battling Illness, Iffy for Thursday

New York Rangers winger Alexis Lafreniere (illness) missed Wednesday's practice and may not be available for Thursday's tilt against the Buffalo Sabres. After bagging four points (one goal, three assists) in the first two games of 2026, Lafreniere could be sidelined by an illness. In December, Lafreniere had points in only four of 15 appearances, but he has shown encouraging signs of improvement early this month. Luckily for the Rangers, J.T. Miller (upper body) is on the cusp of returning and could take Lafreniere's spot in the lineup.

10 hours ago

J.T. Miller • C • Rangers

J.T. Miller Likely to Return Thursday

New York Rangers forward J.T. Miller (upper body) is on track to return to action on Thursday against the Buffalo Sabres. An upper-body injury knocked the Rangers captain out of the lineup before the holiday break, leading to a seven-game absence. At the start of the week, Miller was cleared for contact and now appears ready for game action. This season, Miller has lacked his usual sharpness, going for only 22 points (10 goals, 12 assists) in 35 games. He has made it to the score sheet just 16 times throughout the campaign.

10 hours ago

Adam Fox • D • Rangers

Adam Fox Landing Back on Long-Term Injured Reserve

New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (lower body) will be placed on long-term Injured Reserve, Stephen Whyno of AP reports. Fox had just returned from an upper-body injury and is now dealing with a lower-body issue. He played all of regulation on Monday against the Utah Mammoth but didn't log a single shift in overtime. His placement on long-term Injured Reserve rules Fox out for at least 10 games. When in the lineup, Fox has been very impactful this season, posting 28 points (four goals, 24 assists) in 30 games with 45 blocks. Vladislav Gavrikov is expected to see increased power-play time while Fox is out.

2 days ago

Igor Shesterkin • G • Rangers

Igor Shesterkin Exits With Lower-Body Injury Monday

New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (lower body) exited Monday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Utah Mammoth in the first period. The former Vezina Trophy winner couldn't carry on after being involved in a collision with Mammoth forward JJ Peterka. Shesterkin, who saved all nine shots he faced, was replaced in the crease by Jonathan Quick. While exiting the ice, he was unable to put weight on his left foot. Despite the Rangers' home struggles in 2025-26, Shesterkin maintains a solid 17-12-4 record. He has posted a 2.45 goals-against average, a .913 save percentage, and one shutout. Quick, who is 3-6-2 for the season, faces an increased workload if Shesterkin misses time.

2 days ago

Alexis Lafrenière • LW • Rangers

Alexis Lafreniere Sets Up Three Goals in Winter Classic Win

New York Rangers winger Alexis Lafreniere tied the NHL Winter Classic record with three assists in Friday's 5-1 victory over the Florida Panthers. Het set up hat-trick hero Mika Zibanejad for a pair of goals and also helped Artemi Panarin to score. Lafreniere recorded more points than he had managed over his previous eight appearances. The 24-year-old has been plagued by inconsistency throughout the season, scoring points in only 15 of his 43 outings. Overall, he has collected eight goals and 15 assists through 43 contests. On paper, Lafreniere finds himself in a great spot to make a mark, as he is part of New York's top-six group and skates on the first power-play unit.

5 days ago

Mika Zibanejad • C • Rangers

Mika Zibanejad Produces Historic Winter Classic Performance

New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad rocked the Florida Panthers on Friday night with a five-point performance in a 5-1 win, setting the new Winter Classic scoring record and becoming the first player to post a hat trick in the special matchup. It marks the third-ever hat trick in an NHL outdoor game. Zibanejad scored in each period, while setting up Artemi Panarin for a couple of goals. Two of his points came on the power play. Although Zibanejad hasn't been at his best this season, his outstanding performance in his first outing of 2026 could be a sign of better things to come. In 42 games, he has recorded 15 goals and 20 assists.

5 days ago

Noah Laba • C • Rangers

Noah Laba Out Week-to-Week

New York Rangers center Noah Laba (upper body) is considered week-to-week. The rookie sustained an upper-body injury during Wednesday's matchup against the Washington Capitals and won't be available for the first few games of 2026. Laba has notched 12 points (five goals, seven assists) across his first 42 career games in 2025-25. The timing of his injury is very unfortunate, as the 22-year-old was hurt just before the 2026 Winter Classic against the Florida Panthers. New York has also lost Conor Sheary (lower body) from its third line ahead of the game. Brett Berard, Anton Blidh, and Justin Dowling are the candidates to fill the gaps in the lineup.

6 days ago

Conor Sheary • LW • Rangers

Conor Sheary Lands on Long-Term Injured Reserve

New York Rangers left wing Conor Sheary (lower body) was placed on long-term Injured Reserve. He must now sit out at least 10 games, including Friday's Winter Classic against the Florida Panthers. Sheary sustained a lower-body injury in Wednesday's loss to the Washington Capitals. Through 37 appearances, Sheary has contributed one goal and eight assists this season. He was part of the third line on Wednesday, along with Noah Laba (upper body), who was also injured. To bolster the frontline depth, the Rangers called up Brett Berard, Anton Blidh, and Justin Dowling from the AHL, while reassigning Brennan Othmann to the minors.

6 days ago

Conor Sheary • LW • Rangers

Conor Sheary, Noah Laba Exit With Injuries Wednesday

New York Rangers left wing Conor Sheary (lower body) and center Noah Laba (upper body) were injured during Wednesday's 6-3 loss to the Washington Capitals. The two started the contest on the third line with Taylor Raddysh. Sheary has also seen some top-six usage recently, but his offensive impact has been limited to nine points (one goal, eight assists) in 37 games. Laba has totaled 12 points (five goals, seven assists) in 42 contests during his rookie campaign. The Rangers currently have one healthy extra forward on the roster in Brennan Othmann, who could slot into the lineup for Friday's Winter Classic against the Florida Panthers.

7 days ago

Adam Fox • D • Rangers

Adam Fox Nearing Return, Considered Day-to-Day

New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (upper body) is considered day-to-day, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports. This is a positive development, as the star blue-liner has been out of the lineup for 13 games due to an upper-body injury. On Sunday, Fox was a full participant at practice, indicating that he is nearing his return to action. The Rangers begin a three-game week on Monday against the Carolina Hurricanes and wrap it up with the 2026 Winter Classic versus the Florida Panthers on Friday night. Fox, who has notched 26 points (three goals, 23 assists) in 27 games this season, will undoubtedly be desperate to play in the special Winter Classic matchup.

Dec 29

J.T. Miller • C • Rangers

J.T. Miller Out Week-to-Week

New York Rangers forward J.T. Miller (upper body) will exit the lineup on Sunday against the Nashville Predators and is considered week-to-week. The Rangers captain suffered an upper-body injury during Saturday's shootout win against the Philadelphia Flyers. While Miller faces a spell on the sidelines, he is expected to be available for Team USA at the 2026 Olympics. Miller's fantasy production has been disappointing this season. After being a 100-point player a couple of campaigns back, the 32-year-old has recorded 10 goals and 22 points in 35 contests. Taylor Raddysh is projected to enter the Rangers' lineup as Miller's replacement.

Dec 21

J.T. Miller • C • Rangers

J.T. Miller Injured in Saturday's Win

New York Rangers forward J.T. Miller (upper body) left Saturday's 5-4 shootout win against the Philadelphia Flyers in the third period. He contributed an assist as the Rangers turned a 4-2 deficit into a win thanks to a third-period comeback. However, Miller appeared to have hurt his arm or shoulder with eight minutes left in regulation. The Rangers captain has had a disappointing campaign, totaling 22 points (10 goals, 12 assists) in 35 contests. A serious injury would be another setback for him. Jonny Brodzinski and Taylor Raddysh are the candidates to enter the lineup if Miller is deemed unhealthy to play on Sunday against the Nashville Predators.

Dec 20

Artemi Panarin • LW • Rangers

Artemi Panarin a Game-Time Call Thursday

New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (illness) is a game-time decision for Thursday's matchup against the St. Louis Blues. The Rangers' leading scorer is battling an illness and wasn't available for the morning skate. Even during a down year, Panarin is averaging nearly a point per game, recording 11 goals and 23 assists in 35 appearances. If Panarin can't play, Conor Sheary could start Thursday's game as a member of the top six. Sheary has popped up with a couple of good performances this month but hasn't provided consistent fantasy production all season.

Dec 18

Mika Zibanejad • C • Rangers

Mika Zibanejad Won't Play on Monday

New York Rangers forward Mika Zibanejad won't be in the lineup on Monday against the Anaheim Ducks after missing a team meeting. He will likely rejoin the action on Tuesday night against the Vancouver Canucks. With Zibanejad missing from the lineup against Anaheim, the Rangers will head out without their third-highest scorer. It took a while to get going for Zibanejad this season, but he is now on track for another 60-point campaign. In 33 contests, the veteran forward has tallied 11 goals and 25 points. Jonny Brodzinski is expected to fill in for Zibanejad on Monday. At the same time, the Rangers will welcome Matt Rempe (upper body) back into the lineup.

Dec 15

Adam Fox • D • Rangers

Adam Fox Placed on Long-Term Injured Reserve

New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (upper body) has been placed on long-term Injured Reserve. He is considered week-to-week with an upper-body injury. Fox was hurt in Saturday's loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning. After landing on long-term Injured Reserve, Fox must miss at least 10 games and 24 days. The Rangers are struggling to get results this season, and losing one of their best players will make life even tougher for them. Fox has amassed 26 points (three goals, 23 assists) in 27 games, sharing the team lead in scoring with Artemi Panarin. He is the second-highest scoring defenseman in the league.

Dec 1

J.T. Miller • C • Rangers

J.T. Miller Joins Team for Road Trip

New York Rangers forward J.T. Miller (upper body) is traveling with the team for a brief two-game road trip, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports. The Rangers captain has missed a pair of games due to an upper-body injury. However, the fact that Miller is with the team for the road team suggests he may be ready to return in the next couple of games. Mike Sullivan's team faces Carolina on Wednesday night before taking on Boston on Friday. Miller has had a disappointing campaign with the Rangers, scoring six goals and 12 points in 22 games while going minus-seven. During Miller's absence, Jonny Brodzinski has had increased fantasy value as a top-six member, collecting an assist in Monday's 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues.

Nov 26

Adam Fox • D • Rangers

Adam Fox Delivers Two Assists in Monday's Win

New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox had two assists in Monday's 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues. The 2021 Norris Trophy winner helped the Rangers get only their second home win of the season by setting up Vincent Trocheck and Adam Edstrom for a pair of goals. The Rangers have struggled this season, but you wouldn't know it from Fox's numbers. He has registered five points across the last three games alone and boasts 21 points (three goals, 18 assists) in 24 appearances overall. Colorado's Cale Makar (29) and Winnipeg's Josh Morrissey (22) are the only rearguards in the league with more points than Fox. The two-time All-Star even holds a positive plus/minus rating of plus-one, even though his team ranks third from the bottom in the Eastern Conference

Nov 25

J.T. Miller • C • Rangers

J.T. Miller Unavailable Monday

New York Rangers forward J.T. Miller (upper body) will miss a second consecutive game on Monday against the St. Louis Blues, Vince Z. Mercogliano of The Athletic reports. The Rangers captain exited the lineup over the weekend due to an upper-body injury. Over his last two appearances, Miller has produced two goals and one assist. However, he has been a disappointment for fantasy managers this season, totaling only 12 points (six goals, six assists) in 22 games. On Monday, the Rangers could also be without Vincent Trocheck (undisclosed), who is a game-time call. Alexis Lafreniere and Jonny Brodzinski have moved up in the lineup due to the Rangers' injury situation.

Nov 24

J.T. Miller • C • Rangers

J.T. Miller Won't Play Against Mammoth

New York Rangers forward J.T. Miller (upper body) won't be in the lineup for Saturday's matchup against the Utah Mammoth. The Rangers captain has sustained an upper-body injury and is considered day-to-day. Miller scored two goals in Thursday's 6-3 loss to the Colorado Avalanche, but he hasn't been at his best all season. With 22 games played, Miller has recorded only 12 points (six goals, six assists). He has finished 13 of his appearances without scoring any points. Juuso Parssinen will take Miller's spot in the lineup on Saturday, while Alexis Lafreniere will have a top-line role. At the same time, Jonny Brodzinski will skate on the second line, increasing his fantasy value.

Nov 22

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