Rangers' Offseason Upgrade Hits a Wall Without Their Star Winger

New York's front office has been busy this summer, and the Rangers look noticeably better on paper than they did last season. But according to someone who's actually played this game at the highest level, all those improvements might not matter if they're missing a crucial piece on the wing. The Rangers' ceiling could be significantly lower than management is banking on, and that's a problem when you're trying to compete in the Eastern Conference.