The New York Rangers may not have made it to the post-season this year following a three-game sweep by the Carolina Hurricanes in the qualifying round. However, many former Blueshirts and both previous head coaches are currently fighting for a chance at being Stanley Cup Champions.
Philadelphia Flyers – Kevin Hayes (2014-2019), Alain Vigneault (2013-2018)
Forward Kevin Hayes signed with New York in August 2014 as a college free agent after opting not to sign with Chicago, who selected him 24th overall in 2010.