Malcolm Spence Rising Fast for Rangers | New York Rangers News

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On September 7th, 19-year-old forward, Malcolm Spence, the New York Rangers' 43rd overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft is generating some serious buzz. After putting up solid numbers in the OHL, with the Erie Otters scoring 32 goals and dishing out 41 assists for 73 points in. 65 games, Scouts are taking notice. He then moved on to the NCAA with the Michigan Wolverines, where he played 40 games, scoring 10 goals and adding 15 assists. Even though he wasn't a first round pick, the Rangers might have snagged a real gem. One Western Conference Scout told the Athletic that Spence could hold his own even playing alongside a top 6 NHL player, especially if he's paired, with a prospect like Michael Hage. That's some high praise, suggesting he's got the potential to be more than just a depth player down the line. His college coach, Brandon Alrato, also sees a bright future for Spence with the Rangers.

He mentioned that Spence could potentially start on the 4th line, but has the skills to eventually play with top offensive players, creating space and contributing in the offensive zone. It sounds like they see him as a versatile player who can adapt and grow within the team's line-up. The Rangers are gearing up for their preseason games, kicking things off against the New Jersey Devils on September 21st. They'll have a few more exhibition matches before the regular season officially starts on September 29th against the Boston Bruins. All eyes will be on how players like Spence fit into the team's plans as they prepare for the upcoming season.

It's clear that there's a lot of optimism surrounding Malcolm Spence's development. The combination of his OHL performance and his NCAA experience, coupled with positive feedback from scouts and coaches, points towards a promising future for the young forward in the NHL.

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