Rangers, Flyers Set for Rookie Series - The Battle Starts Early

The Rangers and Flyers are lining up for a rookie series, which means the scouting departments are already leaning forward and the prospect clocks are ticking. These games do not decide anything on the standings board, but they do tell you who is closer to being a real NHL piece and who still needs more seasoning. For two rivals that never need much excuse to treat a preseason matchup like a grudge match, this is the kind of August-adjacent hockey that gives the building a little extra edge.