New York Rangers: Five potential replacements for Jesper Fast

Sep 29, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Rangers right wing Jesper Fast (19) plays the puck against New Jersey Devils defenseman Andy Greene (6) during the first period of a preseason hockey game at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

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Jan 4, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Michael Del Zotto (15) battles with New York Rangers left wing Marek Hrivik (46) in front of goalie Steve Mason (35) during the first period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /

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Over the past two seasons, Hrivik has been one of the few bright spots for the Hartford Wolf Pack in the AHL. Ken Gernander used him in every situation and he finished second on the Wolf Pack in points in 16-17. In limited playing time at the NHL level, he fared well in seemingly every appearance. He’s not going to wow you with his style of play, but his style of play is comparable to Fast’s.

The one obstacle preventing Hrivik from slotting into Fast’s slot immediately is that he is a pending unrestricted free agent. There are question marks as to whether Hrivik coming back to the organization is something both sides want. The Rangers have chosen the likes of Tanner Glass to play over him and age 25 Hrivik may want to get a fresh start in a new organization or overseas.

If the two sides decide to give things another go, and Jesper Fast is no longer around, expect Hrivik to have a chance come training camp.

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