Laine Eyes Rangers Free Agency

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It's June 23rd. New York Rangers News Today starts now. AI-powered and ready for kickoff. Patrik Laine, a forward for the Montreal Canadiens, is heading into free agency this summer. He only played in five games this past season because of an injury, but he's still expected to get some attention when the market opens on July 1st.
One team that might be looking at him is the New York Rangers.
They're in the Metropolitan Division and are reportedly in need of more scoring punch on the wing. A writer for The Athletic recently put Laine on a list of potential free agent targets for the Rangers. The idea is that if Laine can get a fresh start and stay healthy, he could be a valuable addition to their lineup. Looking at the Rangers' current roster, there are definitely openings in their top six forward group. Their wing depth isn't the strongest, so Laine could realistically find himself playing on their second line. He'd also be a strong candidate for their power play unit, where he's shown he can excel. It'll be worth watching to see if the Rangers make a move for Laine when Free Agency kicks off.