Rangers hopefuls Gabe Perreault, Brennan Othmann, Scott Morrow highlight rookie camp roster
Forwards Gabe Perreault and Brennan Othmann, and defenseman Scott Morrow, highlight a group of 22 players who will take part in New York Rangers rookie camp, beginning Wednesday.
Each of those players will get the opportunity to show right away that they’re ready to take the next big step in their development. Rookie camp lasts a week and includes a pair of games against Philadelphia Flyers rookies on Friday (7 p.m. ET) and Saturday (5 p.m. ET) at PPL Center in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Perreault (five games), Othmann (25 games), and Morrow (16 games) have some NHL experience already. That, and their obvious pedigree as top prospects, should cause separation with the other players attending rookie camp.
So, each of those players should be able to make an early positive impression on the new Rangers coaching staff, led by Mike Sullivan. Rookie camp leads right into the Rangers full training camp, which begins Wednesday, Sept. 17.
Just last season, forward Adam Edstrom dominated during rookie camp, and used it as a springboard to earn a spot on New York’s opening-night roster. Like Perreault, Othmann, and Morrow, Edstrom had some NHL games (11) under his belt and was further along in his development than others in rookie camp. Edstrom played in each of the first 51 games last season before he sustained a season-ending knee injury.
Fourteen of the 22 players attending rookie camp were drafted by the Rangers. That group is headed by first-round picks Perreault (2023) and Othmann (2021). It also includes several “veterans” of rookie camp who played with Hartford of the American Hockey League last season, like forwards Dylan Roobroeck, Adam Sykora, Bryce McConnell-Barker, and Jaroslav Chmelar.
Like Perreault, highly-regarded center Noah Laba, who turned pro last spring after finishing his collegiate career, takes part in his first rookie camp. NCAA players do not participate in rookie camp nor professional training camp, which is why top prospects E.J. Emery and Malcolm Spence are not on the rookie camp roster.
The 2025 Rangers Draft Class is represented by defensemen Artem Gonchar and Evan Passmore.
Morrow is one of several Rangers prospects attending his first rookie camp with the organization. The 22-year-old defenseman was acquired from the Carolina Hurricanes this summer in the K’Andre Miller trade. Defenseman Jackson Dorrington joined the Rangers in the J.T. Miller trade with the Vancouver Canucks on Jan. 31; and center Carey Terrance was picked up up in the Chris Kreider trade this summer with the Anaheim Ducks.
All eyes on 3 key prospects at Rangers rookie camp
Perreault and Othmann could be battling one another for a roster spot. Or there’s a chance each forward could make the team. There are openings on the third line, though the top six appears jammed. The four sports on the wing appear set with Artemi Panarin, Alexis Lafreniere, Mika Zibanejad, and Will Cuylle. Things could change if Cuylle is put on the third line or if Zibanejad shifts back to center.
As for Morrow, he projects to be New York’s third-pair defenseman on the right side, and possible quarterback on the second power play unit. But he must prove to the coaching staff that he’s not only adept offensively, but committed defensively, too, to earn a spot on the opening-night roster.
With no disrespect to others attending rookie camp, Perreault, Othmann, and Morrow need to separate themselves from the pack the next week with superior play. That will enhance their chances when training camp opens next week.
BREAKING: Kerry Wood RETURNS TO THE CHICAGO CUBS AS CO-OWNER!
A new chapter in history has just been written — Chicago Cubs legend Kerry Wood has officially bought back his stake and become a CO-OWNER of the team where his name is etched in blood, sweat, and endless applause. From a legendary pitcher on the mound to a shaper of the future, Wood has returned, not to throw heat, but to lead the team with the heart of a champion who has never left the field. This reunion has left the entire city in awe.
In a move that feels more like a Hollywood script than MLB news, Wood’s return isn’t just about nostalgia—it’s about taking the Cubs to new heights. Now standing alongside the Ricketts family, he’s not only a legend but a powerful voice in shaping the next era of Cubs baseball.
“I’ve always been a Cub,” Wood shared emotionally. “But today, I come home not to throw strikes—but to help lead this team back to greatness in a new way.”
With his return, Wood will play a key role in strategic decisions, from player development to fan engagement. He’s bringing his championship mindset and unrivaled baseball IQ to the boardroom, working closely with Manager David Ross and the front office to elevate the Cubs to new heights.
This homecoming is more than just a business move; it’s deeply personal. Wood’s legacy is forever etched in Chicago’s baseball history, and now he’s back to ensure the Cubs' future is as bright as their glorious past. The champion has returned—not in cleats, but in power. And Chicago just became a lot stronger.
