Brennan Othmann Continues Disappointing Rangers Stint, Sent Back to AHL Amid Trade Rumors

Brennan Othmann, the New York Rangers' 2021 first-round pick, continues to disappoint, failing to secure a full-time NHL role. After being called up for a four-game road trip, he played only one game before being scratched for the remaining three and was subsequently sent back down to AHL Hartford on Sunday. Coach Mike Sullivan emphasized the need for 'more predictability and reliability' in Othmann's game away from the puck, preferring him to get consistent ice time (18+ minutes) in Hartford rather than sitting as an extra forward in the NHL. This latest demotion is expected to intensify trade speculation, which has surrounded the 22-year-old forward since Elliotte Friedman reported on October 16th that the Rangers were open to trading him.