Preseason Game 1: Devils at Rangers

AP Photo/John MinchilloHockey is finally back. The Rangers are at home to take on the Devils tonight in their preseason opener. While the game may be meaningless, there are battles to be fought and roster spots to be won. Five players in the lineup tonight are fighting for a roster spot, and most eyes tonight will be on them.

Dan Boyle was scheduled to be in the lineup tonight, but he is being replaced by Kevin Klein. No updates have been given, but what has been made public is that the switch was due to a family issue.

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