Rangers prospects shine at rookie camp, two exhibitions vs Flyers

Several New York Rangers prospects used last week’s rookie camp and a pair of exhibition games against Philadelphia Flyers prospects to press their cases for NHL jobs, with defenseman Scott Morrow, forwards Brennan Othmann and Gabe Perreault, and center Noah Laba standing out as names to watch. The camp unfolded at the IMG Training Center in Tarrytown and in Allentown, Pennsylvania, where the Rangers' young players skated Friday and Saturday against the Flyers’ prospects.

Morrow, 22, who was acquired in a July 1 trade that sent defenseman K'Andre Miller to Carolina and included draft picks, was among the most noticeable performers. He totaled five points, including a power play goal, across the two exhibitions and was praised by coaches for his puck skills and playmaking. Morrow said he is focused on earning trust from the new coaching staff and acknowledged that defensive play remains an area for improvement. His AHL coach Spiros Anastas called him an "intelligent player" with strong feet and deception with the puck, while UMass assistant Nolan Gluchowski highlighted Morrow’s breakout instincts and potential to help a team that likes to attack off the rush.