We’re nearing the end of July, and then there’s still more than a month until the Rangers are scheduled to commence training camp ahead of the 2023-24 season.

Restricted free agent Alexis Lafrenière is still unsigned, but it’s safe to assume that will be taken care of in the coming days or weeks.

Assuming that happens, the Rangers roster is essentially set, so let’s analyze what the lineup could look like on opening night, Oct. 12, in Buffalo:

Option 1