Bantering Points: 1/8/24

Here are today’s news and links:

Rangers News:

Mollie Walker chatted with Adam Fox about his return from his stint on long term injured reserve and getting back into the swing of things (NY Post)

Walker also heard from Peter Laviolette about his decision to use Alexis Lafreniere as one of his most common shootout participants (NY Post)

Scott Blair reminisces on some of the more impactful trades the Rangers have made over the years (The Hockey Writers)

Around the NHL:

Elliotte Friedman relays word that in the midst of front office staff changes, the Ottawa Senators have emerged as the most aggressive team on the trade market (Sportsnet)

Adam Proteau lists three teams that should inquire with the Pittsburgh Penguins about Jake Guentzel’s availability (The Hockey News)