Knies vs Cuylle Rangers Should Pick

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It's June 19th, New York Rangers News Today starts now, AI powered and ready for kickoff. The Toronto Maple Leafs have a winger named Matthew Knies, who's a big guy, standing 6'3 and weighing 232 pounds. He's almost 24 years old and had a pretty good year, putting up 66 points in 79 games. On paper, he might seem like a good fit for the Rangers, who are trying to shake things up. But looking closer, Knies might not be the player the Rangers need right now.
His advanced stats, like his goal differential and putt possession numbers, weren't great this past season. He gave up more goals than he generated when he was on the ice, which is a concern, especially considering his salary. Instead of chasing someone like Knies, the Rangers should be focusing on developing players they already have. Take Will Cuylle, for example. He's also a big winger, 6'3 and 212 lbs, and he put up 38 points in 82 games this season. While Cuylle's point totals aren't as high as Knies', his underlying numbers are more promising. His goal differential and puck possession stats were closer to even, and he showed consistency year over year. Unlike Knies, whose numbers dipped, the Rangers need to see what they truly have in Caillou.
Ultimately, the Rangers need to acquire players who are clear upgrades, game changers who can immediately make the team better.
Knies doesn't seem to fit that bill, and the Rangers should probably let another team take a chance on him, just like they passed on JJ Praterka last year.