Rangers consider signing free-agent forward Mason Marchment

With NHL free agency set to open on July 1, the New York Rangers are weighing the pros and cons of potentially signing forward Mason Marchment. The 31-year-old Marchment has played for several teams, including the Seattle Kraken and Columbus Blue Jackets last season, where he registered 19 goals in 39 games. The Rangers, facing offensive struggles as they finished 23rd in the league with 235 goals, may see Marchment as a depth scorer to bolster their lineup. However, the decision hinges on his expected contract value, which could be around $6 million annually, and the term given his age and performance ceiling. The Blue Jackets have expressed interest in re-signing Marchment as well.

• 12:41 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers weigh pros, cons of signing free-agent forward Mason Marchment