Rangers sign James Reimer to one-year contract

The New York Rangers signed veteran goaltender James Reimer to a one-year, $850,000 contract, adding an experienced option as the team manages its depleted crease and rookie Dylan Garand’s workload. The Rangers confirmed the deal Sunday, October 25, after Reimer was released from his professional tryout with the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack. The 38-year-old had made one start for Hartford, stopping 35 shots in a shutout win over the Providence Bruins on Friday. New York is without Igor Shesterkin for the season, and Joonas Korpisalo is on long-term injured reserve, according to a report on the team’s goaltending situation. Garand has taken on an extended run of starts since Shesterkin’s injury. Rangers coach Mike Sullivan said the club was considering Garand’s workload when making decisions and described Reimer as a complement to the rookie. Reimer could be considered for Monday’s game against the Los Angeles Kings, but the Rangers had not confirmed a starting goaltender. One report noted that Reimer was the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate, an indication that can suggest a likely start but does not establish one. The signing returns Reimer to the NHL after he earned...