Rangers sign Luke Glendening as injury concern impacts center depth

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Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Rangers sign Luke Glendening as injury concern impacts center depth
Summary

The New York Rangers signed Luke Glendening to a professional tryout agreement following a lower-body injury to Joe Veleno, which is expected to sideline him for several months. This move highlights concerns regarding the team’s center depth, as they seek to fill gaps without a long-term solution. The Rangers previously signed goalie James Reimer to provide additional depth. Glendening, known for his faceoff skills and defensive assignments, represents a low-cost option for the team's bottom six while also allowing for future roster flexibility. The Rangers may consider a significant trade for a lasting upgrade, but for now, they focus on managing the current roster’s needs.

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  • •Joe Veleno is expected to miss three to three-and-a-half months.
  • •Luke Glendening's signing raises concerns about the team's center depth.
  • •Glendening must sign an NHL contract to play.
  • •Rangers previously signed James Reimer to an AHL PTO for goalie depth.
  • •A significant trade for center depth remains a possibility.
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