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Rangers Draft Surge with Smits and MacBeath | NHL News
The New York Rangers turned heads in the 2026 NHL Draft, punching above their weight with a pair of elite defensemen—Alberts Smits (5th overall) and Ben MacBeath (2nd round)—to rebuild their future after two playoff-less seasons. Smits, a towering, high-IQ international standout, brings physicality and scoring ability from Finland’s top pro league, while MacBeath adds elite skating and two-way versatility from the WHL. With depth now bolstered by picks like Danai Shaiikov and Charlie Marrison, the Rangers are suddenly looking like a serious contender for the next generation of NHL success…
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