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New York Rangers: Five reasons for optimism following this offseason

By Garrett Gartino

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BUFFALO, NY – JUNE 25: New York Rangers General Manager Jeff Gorton attends the 2016 NHL Draft on June 25, 2016 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
BUFFALO, NY – JUNE 25: New York Rangers General Manager Jeff Gorton attends the 2016 NHL Draft on June 25, 2016 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) /

Jeff Gorton and his staff worked hard to make the New York Rangers Stanley Cup contenders this offseason. Here are five of the offseason highlights that should have Rangers’ fans optimistic.

The 2017 offseason is almost in the rear-view mirror for the New York Rangers. Training camp and on-ice practices are just around the corner. In no time the Rangers will be competing against the rest of the NHL’s best.

While it is important for the team to perform come season time, Jeff Gorton has done his part in constructing a competitive roster. It began with some pre-draft wheeling and dealing and ended with a big splash with the league’s biggest free agent.

People around the Rangers’ organization and fans alike should be excited for what next season has to offer. In no time, this team could be a Stanley Cup contender. Here are the five reasons to be optimistic following the 2017 offseason.

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