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Hartnett: Handicapping Potential Landing Spots For NCAA Star Vesey

Former Harvard standout Jimmy Vesey has spent the past few days listening to in-person pitches and trimming his shortlist. A decision on his future could come as early as Friday.

As far as who the frontrunners are to land the 2015-16 Hobey Baker winner, it’s anyone’s guess. There has been little information leaked out from the Vesey camp. The Rangers, Islanders, Devils, Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Chicago Blackhawks, Pittsburgh Penguins and Buffalo Sabres have each met with the promising 23-year-old left wing.

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There are pros and cons for Vesey to consider for each of his options:

Rangers — Every player who joins the Rangers tends to beam immediately about playing at the Garden and how well they are treated by the organization.