Gawdin’s AHL Surge Lands Him Rangers Deal | New York Rangers News

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So, the New York Rangers just locked up forward, Glenn Gawdin to a two-year deal. This dude is 29 years old, and spent last season with the Ontario Reign and the AHL, putting up some solid numbers, 16 goals and 35 assists for 51 points. He was a pretty big contributor for them, ranking second in assists and fourth in points on his team. He also got a taste of the playoffs, playing in five games and grabbing two points. Now, Gawdin isn't exactly new to pro hockey. He's got some NHL experience, 13 games across four seasons with the Ducks and Flames, though his NHL stat sheet is pretty light with just one, assist. But in the AHL, he's been grinding. He's played eight seasons and over 470 games. Last year, he actually set career highs in goals, assists and points, showing he can still produce at that level.
His plus 23 rating was also a career best and ranked pretty high among AHL forwards. This move comes after Gawdin was originally drafted by the St. Louis Blues way back in 2015
It's interesting to see him get this opportunity with the Rangers after his time in the AHL. It's a two-year contract, so they're giving him a decent shot to prove himself. We'll have to see how he fits into the lineup and if he can bring that offensive spark he showed in the AHL to the big leagues.