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Coming off a 30-point season in Los Angeles last season, the 6-foot-3, 220-pound Gavrikov would be the big-bodied physical blueliner the Rangers have wanted. 

He also logged a career-high 23:05 of ice time per game in 2024-25.&nbsp;

Bjugstad is coming off a down season, in which he never quite got to his game after he was sidelined at the start following surgery last summer. 

A bottom-six regular for Utah last season, Bjugstad could fill in at 3C for the Rangers.&nbsp;

Coming off a 30-point season in Los Angeles last season, one would be the big-bodied physical blueliner the Rangers have wanted.{ai:summary}The Rangers are considering adding defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov, who had a strong season in Los Angeles, providing the physical presence they seek. He averaged over 23 minutes of ice time per game last season.Additionally, the team is looking at forward Nick Bjugstad, who struggled last season due to injury but could serve as a third-line center. #sports

Three players Rangers could target in NHL free agency

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