The New York Rangers and defenseman Ryan Lindgren have agreed to a one-year, $4.5 million contract, avoiding a scheduled arbitration hearing. Lindgren, known for his physical play and grit, expressed his love for the team and its loyal fans. This deal allows the Rangers to maintain salary cap flexibility for upcoming contract negotiations with key players like Igor Shesterkin, Alexis Lafrenière, and K'Andre Miller. The Rangers now have around $1.4 million in available cap space for the upcoming season. Lindgren played 76 games last season, contributing three goals, 17 points, 103 blocked shots, and 114 hits. He has been a staple in the Rangers' lineup since 2019 and played through significant injuries during the playoffs.