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Rangers Eye Stolarz Amidst Goalie Crisis
16 Oct
Summary
- Rangers reportedly inquiring about Maple Leafs' goalie Anthony Stolarz.
- New York faces goalie shortage due to injuries to Shesterkin and Korpisalo.
- Stolarz, a New Jersey native, has a modified no-trade clause.
The New York Rangers have reportedly expressed interest in acquiring backup goaltender Anthony Stolarz from the Toronto Maple Leafs. This potential move comes as the Rangers face a significant goaltending crisis.
Their Vezina Trophy-winning starter, Igor Shesterkin, has suffered a season-ending injury. Furthermore, backup Jonas Korpisalo is sidelined for approximately four weeks, leaving the team with Dylan Garand and Spencer Martin as their primary options. While Garand has shown promise in limited starts, his overall NHL experience is minimal.
General Manager Chris Drury is seeking an experienced goaltender to bolster the team's depth. Stolarz, who has split time with Sergei Bobrovsky on the Maple Leafs, could be an ideal fit. He previously played a key role in the Florida Panthers' 2023-24 Stanley Cup run.
Stolarz, a native of Edison, New Jersey, has a modified 16-team no-trade clause, but a move to the Rangers is considered a plausible option. The Maple Leafs might consider trading Stolarz if they feel prospect Artur Akhtyamov is ready for an NHL call-up.
