After a weekend filled with rumors, insinuations, and allegations, the New York Rangers are parting ways with 25-year-old defenseman Tony DeAngelo.
On Sunday afternoon, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet and NHL Network tweeted that DeAngelo had been placed on waivers.
DeAngelo (NYR) on waivers
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) January 31, 2021
This unleashed a whirlwind of stories that were supposed to provide context. DeAngelo re-signed this past offseason, inking a two-year deal with a $4.8 AAV.
What could have possibly happened over the span of four months and eight games that led to such a consequential decision?