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Rangers’ Matthew Robertson Nets First NHL Goal, Strengthens Case to Keep Lineup Spot

Coach Mike Sullivan’s endorsement signals rising trust heading into Carson Soucy’s return.

Overview

  • Robertson scored his first NHL goal in a comeback win over the Canadiens, capping a four-game run in the New York lineup.
  • The 24-year-old has averaged roughly 17:17 of ice time on the third pair with Will Borgen during this early-season stretch.
  • Sullivan praised Robertson’s mobility, stick and physical element, while Braden Schneider said the defenseman has earned his opportunity.
  • The Athletic reported it “definitely feels like” Robertson will remain a regular when Soucy is healthy, a scenario that could move Urho Vaakanainen into a seventh-defenseman role given his 15:02 average ice time.
  • Elsewhere, Sportsnet reported the Senators offered Shane Pinto an eight-year extension, and former AHL MVP Phil Varone signed with Slovakia’s HK Dukla Trencin for 2025–26.