Rangers Reassign Matt Rempe Amid Team Changes

The New York Rangers have reassigned Matt Rempe to the Hartford Wolf Pack, their AHL affiliate, due to limited playing time and a need for further development. Rempe, who became a fan favorite last season for his physical play and fighting prowess, appeared in only two of the Rangers' first seven games this season and did not register any points. The decision to send him to the AHL is aimed at providing him more ice time and an opportunity to refine his skills, as the NHL increasingly moves away from enforcers focused on fighting. Despite his demotion, the Rangers believe in Rempe's potential, expecting him to return to the NHL after gaining more experience. Rempe's reassignment follows the emergence of other players like Adam Edstrom and Jonny Brodzinski, who have taken precedence in the lineup. The 22-year-old spent the summer improving his overall game, including power-skating and puck protection, indicating a focus on becoming a more well-rounded player.