Rangers reshape roster with key additions for 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 11:32 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The New York Rangers are undergoing significant roster changes for the 2026-27 NHL season. Under president Chris Drury and head coach Mike Sullivan, the team has acquired Pavel Dorofeyev, Sean Durzi, and Marcus Pettersson among others. These moves aim to enhance a younger, faster lineup while addressing past performance issues. A key focus is the integration of newcomers who could bolster the Rangers' offensive dynamics, particularly Dorofeyev alongside established forwards like Mika Zibanejad. The defense will also see changes with Durzi and Pettersson aiming to form reliable pairings. The offseason continues as the Rangers maintain cap space for further signings.
- •Pavel Dorofeyev acquired from Vegas Golden Knights through trade.
- •Sean Durzi and Marcus Pettersson join to strengthen the defensive lineup.
- •New additions target improved offensive play and overall team performance.
- •Rangers have remaining cap space for potential further roster additions.
- •Focus on developing younger players like Will Cuylle and Noa Laba.
- 11:32 PMYahoo Sports — Projecting the new-look Rangers lineup for the 2026-27 season
"Rangers president and general manager Chris Drury has overseen an offseason transformation of head coach Mike Sullivan's New York Rangers roster, adding Pavel Dorofeyev, Sean Druzi, and Marcus Pettersson to the squad, among others. Here's how the Rangers lineup could look on opening night of the 2026-27 season.
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