Jeff Gorton spoke with MSG’s Stan Fischler recently and cited several young Rangers that he feels will be a major part of the organization’s future for a long time. Below are the players mentioned with my added insights.
Neal Pionk
Pionk, along with fellow defenseman, Ryan Lindgren and forward, Ville Meskanen give Gorton a positive feeling about the direction of the team. Last season, Pionk made an impression after being signed as a free agent out of college. The 22 year old picked up 14 points in 28 games and made the trade of Ryan McDonagh just a little easier.