Bantering Points: 7/16/24

Here are today's news and links:

Rangers News:

Ethan Sears relays word of the Blueshirts bringing back Matthew Robertson for what will likely be a make or break year for former second round pick (NY Post)

Vincent Mercogliano breaks down the Rangers' salary cap situation in the wake of Robertson joining Braden Schneider and Chad Ruhwedel as re-signed defenseman (LoHud)

Michael Obermuller examines the risks and potential fallout of waiving Jacob Trouba in an attempt to be rid of his contract a la Barclay Goodrow (Heavy)

Around the NHL:

The Edmonton Oilers acquired forward Roby Jarventie and 2025 fourth round pick from the Ottawa Senators in exchange for forwards Jake Chiasson and Xavier Bourgault (TSN)

The Los Angeles Kings agreed to a five year, $31.25 million contract with restricted free agent forward Quinton Byfield, the second overall selection of the 2020 Entry Draft (Sportsnet)

Nashville Predators' forward Steven Stamkos penned his goodbye to Tampa Bay following his exit from the franchise after 16 seasons with the Lightning (The Players Tribune)