Brett Cyrgalis: The New York Rangers have put defenseman Adam McQuaid on the IR and recalled forward Lias Andersson.
Brett Cyrgalis: Rangers coach David Quinn on Brett Howden‘s injury: “certainly we’ll err on the side of caution.”
Colin Stephenson: Howden when asked yesterday if he can play today: “Right now, we’re just taking it day by day – precautionary reasons. I feel good, but we’re just kind of taking it day by day. Just wait and see.”
Pysyk close to returning
Jameson Olive: Florida Panthers defenseman Mark Pysyk has been practicing for a while now and they may find out after practice today if he’s ready to return to the lineup.