With all of the various theories surrounding the re-imagining of the New York Rangers heading into the 2016-2017 season, from dealing Rick Nash to buying out Dan Girardi and letting Keith Yandle walk, one topic notable for its absence in the discussion is the acquisition of Steven Stamkos through free agency.
The most likely reason for the absence of this discussion is the fact that the New York Rangers, as always, appear to be right up against the cap.
New York Rangers Financial Issues at a Glance
Some quick, admittedly imprecise calculations put the Rangers’ upcoming payroll at right around $72 million, just under the projected cap of $74.