Rangers’ Adam Fox Injured, Team Adjusts Ahead of Trade Deadline

The New York Rangers are dealing with significant injuries as star defenseman Adam Fox has been placed on injured reserve due to an upper-body injury sustained during a recent game against the Islanders. Head coach Peter Laviolette indicated that while Fox will be out for 'a little bit,' the team is optimistic he will return for the playoff stretch. In light of Fox's absence, Laviolette experimented with a power play lineup featuring five forwards, a move he feels could be effective. Additionally, K'Andre Miller, who suffered a lower-body injury, participated in practice wearing a non-contact jersey, suggesting he may be ready for the upcoming game against the Maple Leafs. The Rangers are currently in a tight playoff race, positioned two points behind the Senators for a wild card spot, and may be looking to make moves before the trade deadline on March 7. The team has shown improvement recently, bouncing back with wins against divisional rivals after a rough patch earlier in the season.