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Who has better trade deadline assets than the New York Rangers?

By Steve Paulus

BUFFALO, NY - OCTOBER 6: Kevin Hayes #13 of the New York Rangers prepares for a face-off against the Buffalo Sabres during an NHL game on October 6, 2018 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Joe Hrycych/NHLI via Getty Images)
BUFFALO, NY - OCTOBER 6: Kevin Hayes #13 of the New York Rangers prepares for a face-off against the Buffalo Sabres during an NHL game on October 6, 2018 at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Joe Hrycych/NHLI via Getty Images) /
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OTTAWA, ON – FEBRUARY 17: Craig Anderson #41 of the Ottawa Senators makes a save as Kevin Hayes #13 of the New York Rangers looks for a tip and Jean-Gabriel Pageau #44 and Cody Ceci #5 of the Ottawa Senators defend against Mats Zuccarello #36 of the New York Rangers in the third period at Canadian Tire Centre on February 17, 2018 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Jana Chytilova/Freestyle Photography/Getty Images)
OTTAWA, ON – FEBRUARY 17: Craig Anderson #41 of the Ottawa Senators makes a save as Kevin Hayes #13 of the New York Rangers looks for a tip and Jean-Gabriel Pageau #44 and Cody Ceci #5 of the Ottawa Senators defend against Mats Zuccarello #36 of the New York Rangers in the third period at Canadian Tire Centre on February 17, 2018 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Jana Chytilova/Freestyle Photography/Getty Images) /

Ranger Assets

Kevin Hayes – At 26, Kevin Hayes is one of the youngest impending unrestricted free agents.  He has a good reputation as a two-way forward who can elevate his play.  His possession stats are the best since his rookie season.  Though he is headed for his worst goal scoring season, his 34 career playoff games will make him attractive to a contender.  However, he will be far from the top forward available at the deadline.

Mats Zuccarello –  The 30 year old  Zuccarello would be an attractive addition to any playoff bound team.  He’s a brilliant passer who has led the Rangers in scoring for the last three seasons. Immensely popular, he’s a veteran of 60 playoff games.

Adam McQuaid –  McQuaid has been injured most of the season, but he has one Stanley Cup on his resume and a reputation as a tough, solid defenseman.

Cody McLeod –  Don’t assume there won’t be interest in a tough forward who brings energy and muscle to a lineup.

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