This preseason, the second year Ranger Tony DeAngelo is making some moves. The New Jersey born defensemen has played some impressive hockey this preseason. There is more confidence in the way DeAngelo plays. There is no longer a feeling of panic when the puck on the defenseman’s stick.
Based on what the Rangers gave up in acquiring DeAngelo there is a considerable amount riding on his development. With a log jam on the blue line, it is going to take consistent play to stick around. In fact, the team is likely to begin the season with eight defenseman on the roster because of the contract situation of DeAngelo and Frederik Claesson.