With the new NHL season approaching, it’s that time of year again to brainstorm which New York Rangers players will have a great year, and who will struggle. This list will focus on the players that’ll most likely make some type of impact next year, whether it’d be a bounce-back season or providing depth during an injury. This point predictions article also emits any trades, so it assumes every player will stay a New York Ranger for the duration of the season.
Forwards
1) Jesper Fast: 2015-16 stats: 79 GP, 10 goals, 20 assists, 30 points
2016-17 Prediction: 67 GP, 9 goals, 11 assists, 20 points
With the addition of depth players like Gerbe/Jooris and the re-signing of Hrivik, there is a definite chance NYR potentially moves Fast for help on the blue line at some point next season.