As the Rangers close out the quarter mark of the season, New York’s top priority in the offseason has yet to manifest organically.
Alain Vigneault has tried a variation of partners alongside captain Ryan McDonagh, all of whom have become anchors. While most top names are Kevin Shattenkirk, Dougie Hamilton, and Jacob Trouba, there may be another option that many have not considered.
Enter Michael Stone of the Arizona Coyotes.
Stone, 26, is a former 3rd-round pick coming off a career year in which he posted personal bests in both assists (30) and points (36). After having his left knee (ACL and MCL) surgically repaired this offseason, Stone has appeared in only 10 games this season.