Ranger Things Podcast Topic Tracker

Rangers, NHL, and transaction topics grouped by podcast release

Last updated: June 24, 2026 at 5:32 PM UTC

Stories and transactions tracked for the Ranger Things Podcast, grouped by episode release window. Newest topics appear first.

Since Episode 42: We truly are the New York Knicks

Released June 16, 2026

Rangers NHL

Brady Tkachuk trade underscores the Rangers' destination problem

Date: 06-23-2026

Source: NY Post

Summary: Brady Tkachuk's reported trade preferences frame a larger question about whether the Rangers are still viewed as a top-tier landing spot for stars.

Rangers NHL

Brett Berard could become a draft-week trade chip

Date: 06-23-2026

Source: NY Post

Summary: Brett Berard's rough season, waiver status, and pending RFA situation make him a plausible Rangers trade piece heading into draft week.

NHL

NHL is exploring expansion in Houston or Austin

Date: 06-23-2026

Source: AP News

Summary: The league's Texas expansion talks are a major business story that could reshape alignment, revenue, and long-term franchise value.

NHL Free Agency

San Jose Sharks sign Nolan Allen to a 2-year extension

Date: 06-23-2026

Source: TSN Free Agent Tracker

Nolan Allen signs with the San Jose Sharks for $875,000/year for 2 years.

NHL Trade

Calgary Flames acquire Simon Nemec and Maksim Tsyplakov from New Jersey Devils

Date: 06-23-2026

Source: TSN

Team A Receives: Calgary Flames receives Simon Nemec and Maksim Tsyplakov.

Team B Receives: New Jersey Devils receives 2027 1st Round Pick, 2028 1st Round Pick, and 2026 2nd Round Pick.

NHL Trade

Ottawa Senators acquire William Eklund, Kasper Halttunen, and Brandon Svoboda from San Jose Sharks

Date: 06-23-2026

Source: TSN

Team A Receives: Ottawa Senators receives William Eklund, Kasper Halttunen, and Brandon Svoboda.

Team B Receives: San Jose Sharks receives 2026 1st Round Pick.

NHL Trade

WSH and STL complete trade

Date: 06-23-2026

Source: TSN

Team A Receives: Washington Capitals receives Jordan Kyrou.

Team B Receives: St. Louis Blues receives Connor McMichael, Milton Gastrin, and 2026 1st Round Pick.

NHL Free Agency

Edmonton Oilers sign Connor Murphy to a 5-year deal

Date: 06-22-2026

Source: TSN

Connor Murphy signs with the Edmonton Oilers for $4,100,000/year for 5 years.

NHL Free Agency

Edmonton Oilers sign Jason Dickinson to a 5-year deal

Date: 06-21-2026

Source: TSN

Jason Dickinson signs with the Edmonton Oilers for $4,000,000/year for 5 years.

Rangers NHL Free Agency

New York Rangers sign Dylan Garand to a 2-year extension

Date: 06-21-2026

Source: TSN

Dylan Garand signs with the New York Rangers for $875,000/year for 2 years.

NHL Free Agency

Seattle Kraken sign Bobby McMann to a 6-year deal

Date: 06-21-2026

Source: TSN

Bobby McMann signs with the Seattle Kraken for $5,750,000/year for 6 years.

NHL Trade

Florida Panthers acquire Brady Tkachuk from Ottawa Senators

Date: 06-21-2026

Source: TSN

Team A Receives: Ottawa Senators receives 2026 1st Round Pick, 2026 1st Round Pick, Conditional 2029 1st Round Pick, and 2027 2nd Round Pick.

Team B Receives: Florida Panthers receives Brady Tkachuk.

NHL Trade

Seattle Kraken acquire Mackie Samoskevich from Florida Panthers

Date: 06-21-2026

Source: TSN

Team A Receives: Seattle Kraken receives Mackie Samoskevich.

Team B Receives: Florida Panthers receives 2026 1st Round Pick and Conditional 2027 2nd Round Pick.