The New York Rangers kicked off the New Year the right way by beating the Florida Panthers 5-3 on Sunday. They now come home for a huge matchup against the red-hot Carolina Hurricanes, who have won 11 straight, on Tuesday night.
Here’s a look at three Blueshirts that must step up in 2023 for the team to return to the playoffs. Let’s dive in.
New York Rangers that must step up: Jacob Trouba
In his first season wearing the C, Trouba has been measured with his words and keeping things positive. However, when the team really need it, he let his lifeless team have it in an awful loss against the Chicago Blackhawks in early December.