Jimmy Vesey Returns to Rangers Lineup After Injury
The Rangers activate Vesey from long-term injured reserve, sending Matt Rempe back to AHL Hartford.
- Jimmy Vesey, sidelined with a lower-body injury since training camp, is set to play against the Islanders.
- The Rangers moved Matt Rempe to AHL Hartford to make room for Vesey's activation.
- Vesey, a key depth scorer, contributed 13 goals and 13 assists last season.
- Coach Peter Laviolette faces lineup decisions with Vesey's return, impacting players like Jonny Brodzinski.
- The Islanders will be without Mat Barzal and Adam Pelech for 4-to-6 weeks due to injuries.