Bantering Points: 1/21/25

Here are today's news and links:

Rangers News:

Mollie Walker dives into the reasons Matt Rempe isn't able to see much ice time even as he's become a more regular presence in the lineup since returning from his suspension (NY Post)

Walker also highlights how the forward trio of Alexis Lafreniere, Vincent Trocheck, and Artemiy Panarin have had a rough go of things in 2024-25 after a strong showing last season (NY Post)

Remy Mastey relays more details on a potential J.T. Miller trade that fell through towards the end of discussions (The Hockey News)

Jacob Punturi points to Igor Shesterkin's resurgence following his early season struggles (Sports Illustrated)

Around the NHL:

Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid and Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers were both suspended three games for cross-checking penalties during Saturday's game between the two teams (TSN)

Logan Thompson (WSH), Filip Forsberg (NSH), and David Pastrnak (BOS) were named as the league's three stars of the week (Sportsnet)

Jon Paul Hoornstra reports that former NHL coach Tom McVie passed away at age 89 (Newsweek)