Team: 2023-24 New York Rangers

Initial Creation Date: Mar. 8, 2024

Published: Mar. 8, 2024

Salary Cap Mode: Basic

How’d we do? I think we were smart and sensible.. nothing crazy and I don’t think anything great fell into Drurys lap, like Vatrano did that TDL.

I like Roslovics potential to be a late bloomer. Perhaps like Tolvanen has been for Seattle. He seems to be consistent at least, so maybe he’s due for a breakout playing 1RW ( I assume that’s his first gig and go from there)

I didn’t have Ruhwedel on my bingo card one time lol so that an interesting pick up. I hear his underlying numbers are solid which his good. I like having a LH and RH shot 7-8 D, I think it’ll be helpful. I’d scratch on a once in awhile basis the top 4 just to get them some rest and ready for the playoffs. Using Ruhwedel and Jones more often than not. Trouba is out so it’s kind of moot for now.

Wennberg, I didn’t love it at first but it’s growing on me. I think he’ll be good. Smart play maker defensive center who can be on a forechecking line with Cuylle and Kakko
(Assuming there aswell)

The best part about today is the depth. It really had me concerned. Since Bonino and Wheeler went out, we’re a better team. I hate to say it but they were killing us. No offense to them but they are just done hockey players. I feel bad for wheeler, but he can still play a role almost like an extra coach. Watch video, tips to players, etc. i
In addition, now JBrod can be slotted better where needed and be the 13th forward. I don’t think he’s an every game guy, I’d prefer Edstrom and Rempe get some ice time in these games, alternate scratches. Keep them both around here and ready to play. There is no need for them to be in Hartford right now. Practice here and play when needed. Utilize this depth and get experience because they can be a game changer in the playoffs. Size matters! (As the women say)

Drury I give a solid B. I think it could turn into an A, one that will be talked about in the future as a good one. I think he did well, didn’t panic and played the cards he was dealt. It landed on depth. He addressed the depth very well imo. He didn’t go out and get a star like we/some wanted (I did), but you know what, this may be a better course of action. We can roll 4 lines and 3 D pair and can now afford an injury when they happen. Most importantly didn’t throw away assets like nobody’s biz. We still have ammo. Maybe was wasn’t the right time to strike in a big way. I do think Zegras in definitely in the cross hairs. That might be the trade they make in the summer, we’ll see. They might need more skill to compete with the Devils

Get ready for the grind!!!! Lets gooo….
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These are my ideal lines…thoughts??