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It's safe to say the Rangers are among the teams that would love a do-over for this season.

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Bruins HC has Elias Lindholm update after knee-on-knee collision

Nick Schmaltz's remarkable start for Mammoth almost didn't happen

Avs' move gives Makar brothers chance to play together in NHL for first time

Devils announce contract extension for goaltender Jacob Markstrom

Mike Sullivan News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 31

Rangers’ Mike Sullivan makes painful admission about power play struggles

The New York Rangers moved to 5-5-2 with a thrilling 4-3 overtime win over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday night. Captain J.T. Miller scored the game-winning goal at 2:49 in the extra frame, but there could have been a completely different outcome for New York after a disappointing initial 40 minutes.

New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 28

Rangers’ Mike Sullivan provides mixed update on Matt Rempe, Vincent Trochek

The New York Rangers have the worst record in the Metropolitan Division, ten games into the season. There are plenty of reasons for the sluggish start, including the injuries that have hampered their forward core.

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New York Rangers News / Athlon Sports / October 27

Mike Sullivan Shares Blunt Message After Rangers’ Lack of Effort in Loss to Flames

The New York Rangers suffered their sixth loss in seven games on Sunday, falling 5–1 to a Calgary Flames (2-7-1) team that had scored fewer goals than any other in the NHL entering the day.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 27

Rangers’ Mike Sullivan calls out defense after backbreaking Flames loss

The New York Rangers hired Mike Sullivan with the goal of turning this team around. New York failed to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2024-25. It was a messy season on and off the ice.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 24

Mike Sullivan hopes Sharks loss is ‘wake-up call’ for Rangers

The New York Rangers lost to the San Jose Sharks 5-4 in overtime on Thursday, falling to 3-4-1. They continue to struggle at home, losing each of their first five matchups at Madison Square Garden.

Mike Sullivan News / Yardbarker / October 23

Rangers off to historically bad start at home after ugly loss to Sharks

With Thursday's loss, the Rangers are now winless through their first five home games.

Hurricanes, Avalanche insult former fans with throwback jerseys

Adrian Kempe OT hero again as Kings top slumping Stars

Maple Leafs place Joseph Woll on LTIR

Joel Quenneville has been a breath of fresh air for a young Ducks squad

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Mike Sullivan News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

The Rangers’ problems don’t stem from Mike Sullivan

After a horribly disappointing 2024-2025 campaign that saw the New York Rangers go from winning the Presidents’ Trophy and making the Eastern Conference Final the year prior to missing the playoffs altogether, general manager Chris Drury opted to make a drastic move.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 20

Knee-jerk reactions to first two weeks of NHL season

Let's take a look at some knee-jerk reactions to the beginning of the season.

Golden Knights star is out week to week with an undisclosed injury

Maple Leafs already facing pressure as starting goalie rips teammates

Toronto should keep trade target that's linked to Penguins, Blue Jackets

How Sidney Crosby could actually leave Pittsburgh for Canadiens

Flyers in tough spot with ex-first-round pick Matvei Michkov

New York Rangers News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Rangers' Roster Move Offers Clue to Mike Sullivan's Future Plans

The New York Rangers made official a roster move that throws clues about the franchise's short-term plans. The Blueshirts started the 2025-26 NHL season badly in terms of statistics, without being able to score a single goal at home until now.

Mike Sullivan News / Yardbarker / October 14

Rangers make wrong kind of history with another shutout loss

The 2025-26 New York Rangers season began with a lot of excitement due to the arrival of two-time Stanley Cup champion head coach Mike Sullivan. Things have not been off to a smooth start however.

NHL Week 1 reactions: What's real — and what's a mirage?

Ottawa Senators should be able to survive Brady Tkachuk's injury absence

Flyers' bizarre Matvei Michkov situation gets some clarity

Maple Leafs HC Craig Berube defends controversial roster decision

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 12

Rangers’ Mike Sullivan gets incredible gesture from Penguins fans in return

New York Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan returned to PPG Paints Arena for the first time since parting ways with the Pittsburgh Penguins this offseason.

New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 12

Rangers’ Mike Sullivan gives strong Adam Fox endorsement after Penguins win

After dropping their season opener at home, the New York Rangers have won back-to-back games and are starting to resemble the team head coach Mike Sullivan hoped they would be when he took over this offseason.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 12

Rangers, Capitals set to clash after bouncing back from debut losses

On Tuesday, the New York Rangers made a poor initial impression with a lackluster home debut under new coach Mike Sullivan. Five nights later, the Rangers are returning home feeling better about their efforts following a pair of blowout wins.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / October 11

Rangers Dominate Penguins in Mike Sullivan's Pittsburgh Return

In front of eager Pittsburgh Penguins fans, head coach Mike Sullivan made his return to a city that he won back-to-back Stanley Cups in. Only this time, it was behind the opposing bench.

New York Rangers News / Field Level Media / October 10

Rangers, Mike Sullivan get second crack at downing Penguins

The New York Rangers came up empty in coach Mike Sullivan's first game against the Pittsburgh Penguins earlier this week. They'll get a second crack at it when Sullivan returns to Pittsburgh for the first time with his new squad Saturday.

New York Rangers News / Athlon Sports / October 10

Rangers Coach Mike Sullivan Reacts After Igor Shesterkin’s Performance in Win

Mike Sullivan didn’t have to wait long for his first win as head coach of the New York Rangers, and he has superstar goaltender Igor Shesterkin to thank for making it happen.

New York Rangers News / Field Level Media / October 9

Igor Shesterkin blanks Sabres as Rangers give Mike Sullivan first win

Igor Shesterkin made 37 saves and the visiting New York Rangers pulled away late for a 4-0 win against the Buffalo Sabres. J.T. Miller and Alexis Lafreniere each had a goal and an assist for the Rangers, who gave new Rangers coach Mike Sullivan his first win after New York lost 3-0 to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 9

Mike Sullivan's Cold Answer to Question on Facing Sidney Crosby

New York Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan’s return to Pittsburgh came and went without much sentiment. Coaching his first game for the Rangers against

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 4

Penguins set to open 2025-26 season with emotional game

Tuesday will be the beginning of some new journeys.

Penguins to waive defenseman

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews endorses choice to replace Mitch Marner

Predators place two players on IR

Jets sign young forward Nikita Chibrikov to two-year extension

Jets' standout forward potentially out with long-term injury

New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 24

Rangers considering center prospect for opening-night spot — are they rushing him?

A 2022 fourth-round pick, his offensive ceiling will be the biggest concern about rushing him to major league minutes.

NHL writer explains reasons for Rangers' optimism in 2025-26 season

J.T. Miller’s wild ride to becoming captain of the New York Rangers

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New York Rangers News / The Hockey Writers / August 20

Mike Sullivan Is the Rangers’ Biggest X Factor This Season

In the NHL, talent only goes so far, and sometimes a great coach can be the difference between being a Stanley Cup champion and being on the outside looking in on the playoffs.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 2

Rangers reel in two-time Cup winner Mike Sullivan

Mike Sullivan is the new head coach of the New York Rangers. Sullivan, who led the Pittsburgh Penguins to back-to-back Stanley Cup titles in the 2015-16 and 2016-17 seasons, becomes the 38th head coach for the Original Six franchise.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 28

Penguins make major move regarding HC Mike Sullivan

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Pittsburgh Penguins News / Hockey Unplugged / March 20

Mike Sullivan opens up about his future as Penguins HC

Mike Sullivan opens up about his future as Penguins head coach

Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan has been facing increased scrutiny in recent years, and he is speaking out about his future behind the Pittsburgh bench.

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Penguins recall Joona Koppanen

Predators, Penguins to play in Sweden next season

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