Rangers Add Depth to Blue Line | New York Rangers News

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On July 24th, the New York Rangers just made some moves, bringing in defenseman Marcus Pettersson and Sean Durzi. The idea is for them to form a strong second pairing right behind Adam Fox and Vladislav Gavrikov. Both guys are saying all the right things, sounding ready to jump in and help this team finally get back to the playoffs. Pettersson, who played for coach Mike Sullivan in Pittsburgh, is familiar with that fast-paced pressure on the puck style. He's excited about reuniting with Sullivan, and playing for an Original Six team like the Rangers. He's also been talking to some of the guys already on the roster, like Mika Zibanejad and JT Miller.
Durzi, acquired in the Vincent Trocheck trade, is also feeling the energy. He's been talking to Pettersson, and they both seem hyped about the possibility of playing together. Durzi knows Pettersson's game is strong, and he's ready to fit in wherever the team needs him, knowing the defense group is stacked with talent. The pairing makes sense on paper.
Durzi, a right shot, can play behind Fox, and Pettersson, a lefty, known for his defensive play and puck movement, fits in behind Gavrikov. This adds much needed depth to the blue line, especially with guys like Braden Schneider and Young Prospects pushing for spots. It's all about building that blue line depth, and creating some healthy competition. We'll have to see if these offseason additions translate into wins when the season kicks off in Boston on September 29
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