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New York Rangers’ five most important players to future success

By Justin Starr

NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 15: The New York Rangers celebrate their 4-2 win against the Los Angeles Kings at Madison Square Garden on December 15, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 15: The New York Rangers celebrate their 4-2 win against the Los Angeles Kings at Madison Square Garden on December 15, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) /
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SUNRISE, FL – NOVEMBER 4: Brady Skjei
SUNRISE, FL – NOVEMBER 4: Brady Skjei /

Brady Skjei

Brady Skjei was drafted with the 28th overall pick in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft for a reason. That reason was that the Rangers believed that he could become a game changer for their defense. Skjei was given his first sample of the NHL in seven regular season games and five playoff games during the 2015-2016 season.

The Minnesota born defenseman had an outstanding rookie season the following year. During his rookie season, Skjei produced five goals and 34 points and had a +11 in the +/- column. Skjei is now in his sophomore season at 23-years-old and is having a stellar season. In 33 games played this season, he has two goals and 11 assists.

The next youngest Rangers defenseman is 28-years-old. The Rangers will be looking to Skjei to become a full-time, first pair defenseman. Skjei has been a great addition to the Rangers in his short time in the NHL. He will need to continue to improve if the Rangers want to have success in the years to come.

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