Evaluating the Rangers' 10 rookies from 2025-26 and how they project next season

The New York Rangers’ downturn in the standings led to increased opportunities for young players during the 2025-26 season. Coach Mike Sullivan played 10 rookies, the most the team has used in a single season since 2021. The results were varied: The Rangers moved on from 2021 first-round pick Brennan Othmann, but they also saw major signs of progress from the likes of Gabe Perreault and Noah Laba.Advertisement