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3 Maple Leafs players that should be untouchable in a rebuild

Toronto Maple Leafs may need a rebuild rather than a retool after a disappointing 2025-26 season, with John Tavares and Jake McCabe identified as untouchable core players to build around.

Rangers return Brett Berard to Hartford - Blue Seat Blogs

The Rangers returned Brett Berard to Hartford for the sixth time after calling him up, likely to make room for Taylor Raddysh's return while prioritizing Berard's development through increased playing time in the AHL.

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Colin Stephenson: Rangers' waiver claims strengthening the roster

Rangers GM Chris Drury executes opportunistic roster moves by claiming young players Tye Kartye and Vincent Iorio off waivers to support the team's retooling strategy without surrendering assets.

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With Options Now Available, It's Time for Andre Burakovsky to Get Right - Bleacher Nation

André Burakovsky remains in the Blackhawks lineup despite poor recent performance, with salary cap considerations and potential buyout scenarios creating uncertainty about his future with the team.

NY Rangers Game 62 Open Thread: Rangers at Devils - Blue Seat Blogs

The Rangers improved to 2-0-2 since the Olympic break with key players Adam Fox and Igor Shesterkin returning, while both teams field depleted lineups due to injuries and absences.

Submit your questions for Live From the Blue Seats - Blue Seat Blogs

Live From the Blue Seats discusses Rangers trade deadline inactivity, with Chris Drury deferring roster changes to the draft and free agency period.