New York Rangers: Ranking the bottom-six wing candidates

The New York Rangers have roster spots to fill early in the season. Which wingers could occupy Jesper Fast’s roster spot while he recovers from offseason hip surgery?

To say that the New York Rangers offense is a work in progress would be an understatement. The center position is an enormous question mark and has created holes in other places throughout the lineup.

Add in an injury to one of the team’s most reliable two-way forwards, Jesper Fast, and the Rangers’ bottom-six suddenly becomes a point of emphasis this preseason. GM Jeff Gorton has worked hard to give his coaches the best options available.

While not all of these players will remain with the Rangers, even in a minor league role, each is entrenched in a roster battle. The options range from gritty veterans on professional tryouts to previously unlikely prospects.

Each player on this list must make their case this preseason in order to give themselves a chance to be a part of the New York Rangers opening night lineup.