Bantering Points

Bantering Points: 1/14/25

Here are today's news and links:

Rangers News:

Mollie Walker notes that as the Blueshirts appear to be righting the ship on their 2024-25 campaign, the light at the end of the tunnel is getting closer (NY Post)

Colin Stephenson relays word of Filip Chytil and Chris Kreider both returning to practice ahead of Tuesday's game in Colorado (Newsday)

Stan Fischler wonders whether or not the Rangers could be the team to give Jonathan Toews the opportunity to resume his NHL career after not playing since 2023 (The Hockey News)

Remy Mastey heard from Peter Laviolette regarding Brett Berard's demotion to AHL Hartford (The Hockey News)

Around the NHL:

Connor Hellebuyck (WPG), Jordan Staal (CAR), and Patrick Kane (DET) were named as the league's three stars of the week (TSN)

The Anaheim Ducks and Los Angeles Kings are among 12 pro sports teams that have contributed funds and efforts to combat the wildfires raging through the LA area (Sportsnet)

The Columbus Blue Jackets agreed to a one-year, $775,000 contract extension with forward Zach Aston-Reese (Official Team Site)

Chris Kreider Activated Off Injured Reserve

Kreider, who had missed the last four games with an upper body injury, is expected to return against the Colorado Avalanche.

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Bantering Points: 1/14/25

Here are today's news and links: Rangers News: Mollie Walker notes that as the Blueshirts appear to be righting the ship on their 2024-25 campaign, the light at the end of the tunnel is getting closer (NY Post) Colin Stephenson relays word of Filip Chytil and Chris Kreider

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