
Rangers Bet on Dorofeyev's Power Play in Draft‑Pick Trade
New York parts with three future picks to add Pavel Dorofeyev, a proven power‑play scorer, aiming to ignite a stagnant offense.
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The New York Rangers, often referred to as the Rangers, are a professional ice hockey team based in New York City. They compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Metropolitan Division in the Eastern Conference. The Rangers are one of the Original Six teams that make up the historic core of the NHL, having joined the league in 1926. The team has won four Stanley Cup championships, most recently in 1994, and has a rich history filled with legendary players and memorable moments. The Rangers play their home games at Madison Square Garden, a renowned sports and entertainment venue in the heart of Manhattan. With a passionate fan base and a reputation for exciting, fast-paced hockey, the Rangers continue to be a prominent force in the NHL.
As of May 2024, the New York Rangers are gearing up for the 2026 draft, with a guaranteed top-five pick shaping their critical decision-making process. The team's recent performance has been promising, and they are looking to build on their success and make a strong impact in the upcoming season.

New York parts with three future picks to add Pavel Dorofeyev, a proven power‑play scorer, aiming to ignite a stagnant offense.

Latvian blue-liner Alberts Šmits becomes the latest high-ceiling addition to New York’s blue line, poised to reshape the franchise’s defensive identity for years to come.

New York's third-worst record secured a guaranteed top-five selection. Now the franchise weighs using the prize to build through the draft versus leveraging it as trade currency.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | Carolina Hurricanes | 82 | 53 | – | 22 | +56 | 113 |
| – | Detroit Red Wings | 82 | 41 | – | 31 | -17 | 92 |
| – | New York Islanders | 82 | 43 | – | 34 | -8 | 91 |
| – | New Jersey Devils | 82 | 42 | – | 37 | -24 | 87 |
| – | Toronto Maple Leafs | 82 | 32 | – | 36 | -46 | 78 |