Here are today’s news and links:
Rangers News:
Highlights: NYR 5, TBL 1 (5:01 video via NHL.com)
Game Recap: New York’s Russian superstars stole the show in Tampa as Artemiy Panarin recorded a hat trick, and Igor Shesterkin had a strong night in goal to lead the Blueshirts to a victory and end 2023 on a high note (CBS)
Larry Brooks draws comparisons between Filip Chytil’s current recovery process from his concussion with that of former Ranger Michael Sauer (NY Post)
Mollie Walker notes that the Rangers set a franchise record with their 25th win through 35 games to cap off the calendar year (NY Post)
Colin Stephenson relays word from Peter Laviolette confirming the news of Chytil’s return to Czechia as he continues his recovery (Newsday)
Around the NHL:
Former NHLer Nick Ritchie has been suspended eight games in the Finnish Liiga for repeatedly punching an opposing player (TSN)
Carolina Hurricanes’ forward Michael Bunting, signed to a three year contract over the summer, has came up in trade talks as the Hurricanes look into clearing cap space (Sportsnet)