The Rangers are poised to make multiple picks on Day 1 of the NHL draft for the first time since their 2020 lottery win, holding 11 selections overall. They aim to bolster their prospect pool, with Chase Reid and defensemen Keaton Verhoeff, Carson Carels, and Alberts Smits as potential targets at No. 5. Verhoeff, the youngest college defenseman, is noted for his confidence and adaptability, while Carels brings a strong two-way game. The Rangers’ scouting efforts indicate a preference for NHL-ready players.
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