The Rangers returned prospect Brett Berard to Hartford yesterday, presumably to make room for a returning Adam Fox some time this week. Berard was recalled following the JT Miller injury, but didn’t get in any game action. He was recalled to be a spare forward while the Rangers were on the road. For those looking to point fingers, Conor Sheary was scratched for both games as well.
This was Berard’s second recall, playing in 11 games from Thanksgiving through the middle of December. He did not register a point, but was visible on the forecheck. I think it’s clear the Rangers like him, but there’s no need to rush him into this mess, especially while they are still trying to figure out what they have in Brennan Othmann. Or showcasing him. Pick your poison there.
Berard will be back up this year, and hopefully he sticks next year. His game is right up Mike Sullivan’s alley, though he won’t help solve the Rangers’ scoring issues.
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