Bad News For The Rangers? Where Are Adam Fox and K'Andre Miller
Today was an optional skate for the New York Rangers and of course, Peter Laviolette was tight-lipped when questioned by local media.
The skate, was well-attended according to NHL Insider Mollie Walker, who works for the NHL Network and NY Post Sports.
The practice, of course, was well-attended and according to Laviolette he wouldn't make a comment whether or not everyone would be available against the Florida Panthers, who're hunting for the Stanley Cup.
However, what is concerning is that defenseman Adam Fox and K'Andre Miller seemed to be absent from the "Well-attended" practice.
Does this spell bad news for the New York Rangers defensive core?
Miller has been a reliable option for the New York Rangers, playing 80 games for the Rangers this season. Paired with Jacob Trouba, on the 2nd pairing and on special teams playing the penalty kill.
Losing someone important like that would leave a difficult hole to fill, in the 3rd round of the playoffs.
Miller posted 30 Points( 8 G, 22 A) in 80 games this season with a plus/minus of +5.
Adam Fox's absence would also be significant, as the team's best two-way defenseman, is also on the top pair. Playing on the 2nd PK unit, paired with Miller.
Fox played 72 games for the Rangers this season, with 73 points( 17 G, 56 A) with a plus/minus of +21.
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