Michael Grabner wasn’t necessarily guaranteed a spot on the New York Rangers opening night roster. He had to compete with a multitude of veteran players and youngsters for a spot in a new-look lineup that was supposed to be able to match up with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Washington Capitals.
With less than a week until the NHL trading deadline, Grabner leads the team—that he wasn’t even promised a spot on—in goals. It feels weird to say it, but now is the time the Rangers, comfortably a playoff team, should trade the Austrian speedster.
Grabner’s goal scoring has been a tremendous positive for the team.