Vegas and Carolina reached the Cup after major trade swings that paid off, while the Rangers are expected to pursue similar moves. New York is coming off two brutal seasons and has stated a desire to improve. Free agency offers little or no talent worth paying, and the league has more teams trying to win than lose, making “hockey trades” the main path. The Rangers also lack roster talent, so trading key pieces like Braden Schneider or Will Cuylle would require immediate replacements. Schneider and Cuylle are both approaching new contract decisions, forcing the organization to weigh fit for the team’s future despite uncertainty about when performance will improve. Even signing a top free agent such as Alex Tuch would likely not significantly change outcomes.
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