Oilers Eye Matt Rempe to Boost Size | New York Rangers News

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Today is October 31st. Alright, so the Edmonton Oilers are eyeing Matt Rempe from the New York Rangers. This guy stands 6'9, which is a serious presence in any lineup. You gotta love the idea of adding that kind of size to the bottom six. Mike Babcock has been wanting more physicality in his team's game, and Rempe fits that bill. He's got a reputation for being willing to drop the gloves, but he spent most of this season barely getting ice time with the Rangers.

That kind of situation could give Edmonton a chance to snag him.

Now, Rempe's stats don't jump off the page. He's got 5 goals and 11 points over 87 career NHL games. So yeah, maybe he's not the offensive dynamo they're after, but he could add some grit and toughness. Still, Edmonton needs to see more from their depth forwards, and bringing him in for someone else might not solve their scoring woes. And remember, Rempe has had his share of disciplinary issues, including an eight-game suspension last year for an illegal hit.

While physicality can be valuable, it won't help them if he's spending more time in the box than on the ice. If they can trade for him without giving up too much, it's worth considering what he can bring to the mix. But if the Rangers want something more than a mid-round pick, the Oilers might be better off looking to reinforce their lineup in other ways. New York Rangers News Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on the field and beyond.