Bantering Points

Bantering Points: 12/4/24

Here are today's news and links:

Rangers News:

Jared Schwartz relays word that even as the Rangers experience some of the worst struggles they've gone through since the end of the rebuild, Peter Laviolette's public confidence in the teams has not wavered (NY Post)

Colin Stephenson notes that with three days off between game, the Blueshirts will have time to search for a solution to the issues that have them mired in a 1-6-0 slump (Newsday)

Stan Fischler highlights Monday's poor outing against the Devils as the latest in a line of subpar performances from Igor Shesterkin (The Hockey News)

Remy Mastey examines how Chris Drury can move forward with this group of players with a major trade unlikely to happen anytime soon (The Hockey News)

Around the NHL:

While the NHL and its players' association have gotten into multiple labor spats over the years, there is early optimism that negotiations for the next CBA, set to expire in September 2026, will proceed smoothly (NBC Sports)

Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine scored in his team debut as the Canadiens knocked off the New York Islanders with a 2-1 overtime victory (Sportsnet)

Salim Valji details the pregame ceremony honoring the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau prior to Tuesday's game between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Calgary Flames (TSN)

4 Nations Face-Off Rosters Revealed: Kreider and Trocheck Named to Team USA, Kakko to Finland

In lieu of the All-Star Game this year, NHL fans will be treated to the 4 Nation Face-Off, the league’s attempt at an international best on best. This tournament will consist of you guessed it, four different nations: Finland, Sweden, USA, and Canada. I laid out some thoughts on

Possible Rangers Trade Deadline Targets According to the Analytics

The Rangers have a lot of parts of the game to fix right now, and it's apparent by watching their last few matchups. Everyone is demanding more energy, and the chances that opponents have are just too dangerous. The team started off strong, when it seemed that defensive

Bantering Points: 12/4/24

Here are today's news and links: Rangers News: Jared Schwartz relays word that even as the Rangers experience some of the worst struggles they've gone through since the end of the rebuild, Peter Laviolette's public confidence in the teams has not wavered (NY Post)

Read next