The rumors are more than rumors now. It’s not that there’s all that much more substance to them, but they’re no longer hushed whispers by staffers after a few drinks, or blind speculation from people covering the team.
The New York Rangers do appear to be, at the very least, exploring the trade market for current captain Ryan McDonagh. More on that here from us, and below from Elliotte Friedman’s always amazing 31 Thoughts column:
11. Will Ryan McDonagh be added to that list?