Dylan McIlrath being placed on waivers earlier today was discouraging, to say the least. But as much as it is for a fanbase, it’s probably even worse for the guy himself.
After playing 34 games in his first real NHL season last year, he’s only played one game this year. And now, he’s on waivers, and it’s possible that game was his last as a member of the New York Rangers.
But as bad of a feeling being on waivers has to be, McIlrath is taking it in stride.
McIlrath: "I’m never going to blame this on the coaches.