| Pos | Role | Name |
| C | 1 | Brad Richards  ActiveBrad Richards may have reached rock bottom. Not only has he been demoted to the Rangers' fourth line, he was on the ice for only 9:59 at even strength Thursday night, the least amount of any Ranger skater. It is difficult to determine how Richards has fallen from star to marginal player so quickly. Some believe it has to do with the fact that the 33-year-old pivot did not play during the lockout. Whatever the reason, Richards is not currently relevant from a fantasy perspective. May 18 |
| 2 | Derek Stepan ActiveDerek Stepan registered his third goal of the playoffs in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to Boston. He didn't record a point in Games 5, 6 and 7 against Washington in the first round. Stepan's marker ended that cold streak and it gave the Rangers a 2-1 lead early in the third. May 17 |
| 3 | Brian Boyle ActiveBrian Boyle was upset with himself for his poor night in the faceoff circle Tuesday night. "We were in our zone way too long because I couldn't win a freaking draw," Boyle said. "I could have contributed more, and that's infuriating." He won just four of his 21 draws and he hasn't registered a point in his last five contests. May 22 |
| 4 | Derick Brassard ActiveThe Rangers are expected to use Derick Brassard on the point of their struggling power play in Game 3 Tuesday night. He practiced there in the team's morning skate after playing there briefly in Game 2 and it's something he has done before. "I played the point my first year. It's different than playing in front," Brassard said. "You have to move on the blueline and make sure you shoot the puck. That's what I'm planning on doing. Our power play needs to be good and we need to score some goals." The Rangers don't have a man-advantage marker on eight opportunities against Boston in the series. May 21 |
| 5 | Darroll Powe  SidelinedDarroll Powe (undisclosed) skated with his teammates for a third time Tuesday since he was hurt in Game 3 of the first round. He doesn't know when he'll be available to return, but he's itching at the chance to get back. "It's not easy to be watching your team play at this time of the year," Powe said. May 22 |
| 6 | Kris Newbury ActiveKris Newbury is projected to make his NHL playoff debut Thursday night. It looks like he'll center the fourth line between Darroll Powe and Arron Asham. Newbury played in six games with the Rangers during the regular season, where he accounted for one assist, nine hits and nine penalty minutes. May 2 |
| LW | 1 | Carl Hagelin ActiveCarl Hagelin doesn't believe he "stinks" on the power play, contrary to what coach John Tortorella told the media on Saturday. "For me, I definitely don't think I stink on the power play," Hagelin said in his defense. "That's the only comment I have on the PP." He received 46 seconds of man advantage time in Sunday's loss to Boston and felt he generated a couple of good chances. May 20 |
| 2 | Ryane Clowe SidelinedRyane Clowe still has not resumed skating with his teammates. Clowe is suffering from an undisclosed injury that many believe is a concussion, though the Rangers haven't confirmed that, and has yet to participate in practice with the club. May 19 |
| 3 | Brandon Mashinter ActiveBrandon Mashinter was returned to the minors on Wednesday. He skated in four games with the Rangers, while averaging almost six minutes and didn't record a point. Mashinter posted seven hits and two shots during his NHL stint. Feb 28 |
| 4 | Chris Kreider ActiveChris Kreider was struck in the face by a high stick Tuesday night at the 5:05 mark of the third period and didn't return to the game. The Rangers didn't update his status after the contest. It's possible he was just getting repairs though, so we'll leave him as active for now, but he did appear to be in some pain as he lay on the ice. If his status changes then we'll let you know. Kreider skated on a line with Rick Nash near the end of his night, but he ended up with just 7:06 of ice time. He has one assist in six playoff appearances. May 22 |
| 5 | JT Miller SidelinedJT Miller has been shut down and sent home because of a wrist injury. He had been skating as part of the Rangers' Black Aces squad during the playoffs. However, now he'll get an early start on his rehab. Miller skated in 26 games with the Rangers during the regular season. May 13 |
| 6 | Ryan Bourque ActiveRyan Bourque potted the game-winning goal in Connecticut's 3-2 win over Springfield on Sunday evening. With 14 points, Bourque had a disappointing 2011-12 campaign, his first after jumping to the pros from the QMJHL, but he's looked a little more comfortable this. He also added an assist, so he already has eight points in 13 games. Matt Gilroy also notched a goal in the win for the Whale. Nov 25 |
| RW | 1 | Rick Nash ActiveRick Nash played on three different lines in Sunday's loss to Boston and John Tortorella plans to play him "a lot" as the series shifts to New York for Games 3 and 4. Armed with the last change it should make it easier to get Nash away from Bruins captain Zdeno Chara, who always draws the assignment to shut down the opposition's best. Nash scored his first goal of the playoffs on Sunday and the Rangers are hoping he can get on a bit of a roll now. May 21 |
| 2 | Ryan Callahan ActiveRyan Callahan halted a six-game goalless skid Monday night. Even though it was the Rangers captain's first goal of these playoffs, it doesn't mean he's been invisible. Along with the goal and two helpers, Callahan has a whopping 35 hits and 18 blocked shots. May 14 |
| 3 | Mats Zuccarello ActiveMats Zuccarello potted his first career playoff goal in Game 7 against Washington. He scored the final marker of the contest to make it 5-0 for the Rangers. "The Norwegian Hobbit" recorded five points in seven games versus the Capitals in the first round and the Rangers will count on him to supply more offense against Boston in the semifinals. May 15 |
| 4 | Taylor Pyatt ActiveTaylor Pyatt was credited with New York's only goal in a 2-1 loss to the Boston Bruins in Game 3 Tuesday night. The goal was originally thought to be scored by defenseman Ryan McDonagh, but after a review it was given to Pyatt on the tip. The Rangers carried a 1-0 lead into the third period, but the Bruins netted two goals in the final frame to take a commanding 3-0 series lead. Derek Stepan led the club with five shots and Ryan Callahan posted a game-high seven hits to go with four shots. John Moore finished with a minus-1 rating and a game-high four blocks. May 21 |
| 5 | Derek Dorsett ActiveThe Washington Capitals were upset with Derek Dorsett after Game 6 because they feel he slew-footed Mike Green in the third period. Green was assessed a penalty for cross-checking Dorsett in retaliation, which angered the Capitals. "That play to me is the one that does concern me because it looked like a slew-foot to me and obviously that's why Mike reacted," coach Adam Oates said. "Mike's not that type of player, and you're watching it. To me it looks like a slew-foot. Very dangerous play. Greenie's one of those guys that they want to target, but to me, that's a very dangerous play." May 13 |
| 6 | Arron Asham ActiveArron Asham scored what is considered the game-winning goal in the Rangers' 5-0 triumph in Game 7. Asham now has a team-leading two goals in the playoffs despite averaging 6:22 per game. It was his slapshot in the first period that began the scoring. The 35-year-old has 11 career playoff goals in 69 games. "I don’t think the coach is expecting me to go out there and dangle five guys and roof one," Asham joked. "I play a simple game. I get the puck in, I use my forecheck and whenever the guys get it to me, I try to get it on net the best I can." May 14 |
| 7 | Micheal Haley ActiveMicheal Haley was among 10 players recalled from AHL Connecticut on Sunday. The Rangers also summoned Stu Bickel, Ryan Bourque, Brandon Mashinter, Dylan McIlrath, Jason Missiaen, J.T. Miller, Brandon Segal, Cameron Talbot, and Christian Thomas to serve as their practice squad during the NHL playoffs. Only Haley will skate with the main squad and travel with them to Washington for Game 1. Apr 29 |
| 8 | Christian Thomas ActiveChristian Thomas has been sent to the minors by the New York Rangers. Thomas made his NHL debut on Saturday. He has 13 goals and 24 points in 52 AHL contests in 2012-13. Feb 25 |
| 9 | Brandon Segal ActiveArron Asham's return from a suspension means Brandon Segal will end his brief time in the New York Rangers rotation. He collected two penalty minutes in a skimpy (5:21 TOI) showing on Saturday. He's at least a moderately experienced extra body for the Rangers with 104 career NHL games under his belt. Jan 20 |
| D | 1 | Daniel Girardi ActiveDaniel Girardi posted a minus-4 rating in Game 2 versus Boston and was on the ice for all five of the Bruins' goals in a 5-2 loss Sunday. He was out with Michael Del Zotto for the Bruins' last four goals. Girardi is typically one of the team's most dependable defenseman, but he had a rough game in his own zone. As a result of his struggles, he logged a playoff low 19:29 of ice time. Look for him to be better in Game 3 Tuesday night when the semifinal series shifts back to New York. May 20 |
| 2 | Marc Staal SidelinedMarc Staal (eye) took to the ice with the Rangers' practice squad on Monday. He engaged in contact drills during the session. Staal's return to the lineup is still cloudy, but it's good to see him back on the ice after he took several days off to presumably rest. May 20 |
| 3 | Michael Del Zotto ActiveMichael Del Zotto appears fine after being struck in the ear in the first period of Game One against the Bruins Thursday. Del Zotto left the ice during the game for a few repairs after a shot that was deflected by Patrice Bergeron hit him on the ear. There's no question about his availability for Game Two Sunday. May 19 |
| 4 | Ryan McDonagh ActiveRyan McDonagh was back with Dan Girardi during Monday's practice. The two of them were expected to be reunited after the Rangers were outscored 5-2 in Game 2. Girardi struggled in Sunday's loss, while skating for most of the game alongside Michael Del Zotto, and was on the ice for all five goals against. We would expect to see them on the same pairing in Game 3 Tuesday night. May 20 |
| 5 | John Moore ActiveJohn Moore is looking forward to playing his first playoff game at home with the Rangers Monday night. "I was getting chills in the regular season playing here at the Garden, I can't even imagine what it's going to be like in the playoffs," he said. "In Washington for my first playoff game of my career, that's one of the things that jumps out at you is how electric the building is and how everyone is into it. I'm excited to play in front of our fans and I'm sure it'll be a night I won't forget." Moore doesn't have a point after two games in the series, but only three members of the Rangers have hit the scoresheet. They will be hoping that some home cooking will help stir up some offense. May 6 |
| 6 | Anton Stralman SidelinedAnton Stralman was hurt in the second period of Game 3's loss to Boston and he didn't play in the third period. He took to the ice for just one second-period shift after he was hit into the boards by Boston forward Milan Lucic. "He's played so well that's a big blow for us as far as our matches and just our depth within our defense," coach John Tortorella said. Consider Stralman day-to-day for now. May 22 |
| 7 | Roman Hamrlik ActiveRoman Hamrlik and Matt Gilroy will be the Ranger scratches for Saturday night's crucial game against the Islanders. Not a big surprise but we thought you should know. Apr 13 |
| 8 | Steve Eminger ActiveSteve Eminger will play in Sunday's contest against the Buffalo Sabres. Matt Gilroy will take a seat tonight. However, Eminger will not have much fantasy impact during this 48-game shortened season. Mar 3 |
| 9 | Michael Sauer  I.L.Michael Sauer (concussion) is "not even in the conversation" for the Rangers, coach John Tortorella said. The defenseman suffered a concussion Dec. 5, 2011, in a collision with the Maple Leafs' Dion Phaneuf. Sauer has not been on the ice since. "I wish I could give you some kind of timetable on when or if he can come back, but I can’t," Sauer’s agent, Ben Hankinson, said. "Unfortunately it’s still day to day, week to week, month to month." Jan 18 |
| 10 | Stu Bickel SidelinedStu Bickel has a wrist injury so he won't be part of the New York Rangers' taxi squad. He has been sent home to start rehabbing the ailment. Bickel dressed in 16 contests with the Rangers in the regular season. May 13 |
| 11 | Dylan McIlrath ActiveDylan McIlrath had a follow-up procedure on his knee. McIlrath underwent knee surgery in July. The latest procedure went "very well" and he's "making great progress." The bad news is that he hasn't been given the green light to resume skating. Oct 19 |
| G | 1 | Henrik Lundqvist ActiveHenrik Lundqvist stopped 32 of 34 shots in a 2-1 loss to Boston in Game 3 Tuesday. The Rangers held a 1-0 lead going into the third period, but ended up losing and digging themselves a 3-0 hole in the series. New York wasted a strong bounce-back effort from their goaltender, who stopped 14 shots in the second period. Lundqvist rebounded after getting burned for five goals against in Game 2, but his teammates couldn't close out the Bruins by giving him some additional offensive support. May 21 |
| 2 | Martin Biron ActiveWe anticipate that Martin Biron will be in goal Saturday against Carolina. Henrik Lundqvist will likely sit out due to a slight hamstring pull. Check back with us closer to game time for confirmation of the Rangers' starting netminder for Saturday's contest. Apr 6 |
| 3 | Cameron Talbot ActiveThe New York Rangers recalled Cameron Talbot from the Connecticut Whale on Monday night. The Whale's season ended, so the Rangers recalled six guys to provide depth in case of an injury to one of their players during the postseason. Talbot went 14-15-1 with a 2.61 goals-against average and .913 save percentage in the AHL this season. Though he only went 5-4 in the playoffs, he improved on his rates, with a 2.10 GAA and .939 SV%. May 14 |
| 4 | Jason Missiaen ActiveJason Missiaen has signed as a free agent with the New York Rangers. He posted a 10-33-8 record with a 3.33 goals-against average and an .893 save percentage in 53 games with Baie-Comeau Drakkar in the QMJHL this past season. Missiaen was originally drafted in the fourth round, 116th overall, by the Montreal Canadiens in the 2008 draft. Mar 24 |