Rangers' Sam Carrick Out for Upcoming Games Due to Personal Matter

Sam Carrick of the New York Rangers will miss upcoming games due to personal reasons as he awaits the birth of his child. He has played 71 games this season, recording 6 goals and 12 assists for a total of 18 points. While it remains uncertain if he will rejoin the team during their road trip through California, the Rangers have recalled Nicolas Aube-Kubel from AHL Hartford as a precaution. Carrick did not participate in Monday's practice and did not travel with the team for their match against the Kings. Brett Berard will likely fill in for Carrick in the lineup. The team has reassured fans that