Three Rangers Castoffs Who Could Fill A Top-Six Gap

The Rangers are in the familiar spot where everyone wants to know what the next short-term fix looks like. Former Blueshirts can still offer scoring help, and the market for a quick top-six plug-in is always thinner than people think. Mika Zibanejad's report card adds another layer, because every evaluation in New York comes with a loud room and a shorter fuse. This is the kind of roster talk that turns into a real decision before anyone has time to get comfortable.