Dylan Roobroeck was drafted by the New York Rangers 178th overall during the 2023 draft, and the 6'7" and 205 pound pivot has adapted quite well to the AHL. There were no major expectations placed on him, and the Blueshirts have to be happy with how he's come along.
When it comes to expectations, the same can't be said about his brother Ryan, and he's another player of interest who could be available when the Rangers are making their second selection of the first round. Roobroeck's stock as a prospect is an interesting one, and he would be an intriguing selection at No. 26 overall.
Who is Ryan Roobroeck?
Roobroeck is 6'4" and 216 pounds, and will turn 19 in September. He had a strong 2024-25 season with the Niagara IceDogs with 41 goals and 87 points in 64 games, but wasn't as successful this past season. He appeared in just 49 games, and finished with 30 goals and 58 points. He suffered a lower-body injury in February, and it turned out to be a season ending injury after he ended up on crutches.
Injuries sometimes can result in a player sliding down the board, and in this case the Rangers could benefit from his misfortune. As of this writing, Roobroeck is looked at as the No. 27 overall prospect on Elite Prospects' consolidated ranking. He's been ranked as high as No. 4 by Chris Peters of TSN during the initial September rankings, and as low as 60th by Craig Button.
When it comes to Roobroeck, he doesn't have the same size as his brother, but what he is lacking in size he makes up in offensive impact. He went from 51 points in 63 games as a rookie in the OHL to 87 last season, and 58 in 49 games this past season. The consistent throughline has been goal scoring, with 28 goals as a rookie, 41 during his second season, and 30 goals in just 49 games this past season.
Bringing that level of offense with his frame that is still a work in progress would be a welcome addition to the organization, and I'd imagine they know a little more about him since they already drafted his brother. The Rangers have the opportunity to get creative later on in the first round, and if Roobroeck is on the boar at that spot, it would be a fine place to take a swing.
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