Left-Handed Defensemen Flood Rangers Draft

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On June 28th, the Rangers just finished up their draft class for 2026, bringing in nine new players. What's wild is that five of those nine are defensemen who shoot left-handed. Apparently, that's just how the draft board played out, according to their scouting director. One of those left-shot defensemen they snagged was Ben MacBeath in the second round, picked 64th overall. He's only 18 years old and had a solid season last year with the Calgary Hitmen, putting up 6 goals and 44 assists. MacBeath is looking to bring his all-around game to the team, saying he can play well on both sides of the puck. He also mentioned his skating as a strong point, which helps him cover a lot of ice and make an impact. He definitely sounds like a competitive dude, ready to bring it every day.
Right now, MacBeth is focused on his development and is heading to the University of Denver. He's excited about the winning culture there and the chance to compete and learn from some elite players and coaches. It sounds like a great environment for him to grow.
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