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Joe Veleno joins Rangers aiming to boost scoring after Canadiens stint

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Joe Veleno joins Rangers aiming to boost scoring after Canadiens stint

Summary

Joe Veleno, a forward and former Detroit Red Wings draft pick, has signed with the New York Rangers as he enters his seventh professional season. After a lackluster season with the Montreal Canadiens, where he recorded only two goals in 62 games, Veleno looks to revitalize his career. Analysts highlight this move as a potential fresh start in a team reportedly in rebuilding mode. Veleno's previous performance saw him score 40 goals in 367 NHL games since debuting in the league in the 2020-21 season. The Rangers hope Veleno can take advantage of a top-nine role and display greater consistency on the ice.

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•Joe Veleno signs with New York Rangers for his fourth NHL team.
•Veleno scored only two goals with Montreal last season.
•Analysts suggest this move may help unlock his offensive potential.
•He averaged 0.11 goals per game over 367 NHL appearances.
•Veleno has a chance to secure a top-nine forward role.

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The post The Daily: Ex-Red Wings Forward Hopes to Get Rolling in NY; Where’s Larkin in EA NHL Post? appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now. Former Detroit Red Wings draft pick Joe Veleno, 26, is entering his seventh pro season, playing for his fourth NHL […] The post The Daily: Ex-Red Wings Forward Hopes to Get Rolling in NY; Where’s Larkin in EA NHL Post? appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now.
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Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 1:38 PM
The Daily: Ex-Red Wings Forward Hopes to Get Rolling in NY; Where’s Larkin in EA NHL Post?
The post The Daily: Ex-Red Wings Forward Hopes to Get Rolling in NY; Where’s Larkin in EA NHL Post? appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now. Former Detroit Red Wings draft pick Joe Veleno, 26, is entering his seventh pro season, playing for his fourth NHL […] The post The Daily: Ex-Red Wings Forward Hopes to Get Rolling in NY; Where’s Larkin in EA NHL Post? appeared first on Detroit Hockey Now.

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