NHL fans are abuzz with excitement as the New York Rangers' roster is starting to take shape for the 2026-27 season. The recent signing of defenseman Ilya Samsonov's teammate from the Toronto Maple Leafs, Ilya Mikheyev, is just the latest addition to a star-studded lineup. The Rangers have been making waves in the offseason, with the blockbuster trade that brought in the highly skilled forward from the Dallas Stars, Jason Robertson, being a major coup. With a mix of veteran leadership and young talent, the Rangers are poised to make a deep run in the playoffs next season.

Taking shape: Stars lineup laying out nicely for 2026-27 season following Robertson deal  NHL.com