Brett Berard Recalled by Rangers, Makes Season Debut to Provide Spark

Brett Berard was recalled by the New York Rangers from the Hartford Wolf Pack and made his season debut Monday night against the St. Louis Blues, playing on a line with Noah Laba and Conor Sheary. The 23-year-old winger, known for his fast, physical play, is expected to provide an energy spark for the Rangers, who had lost four straight. Berard, who played 35 NHL games last year, received a four-minute high-sticking penalty in his debut.