New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe is set for another thumb procedure and will be placed on injured reserve. The injury, sustained during a fight with Ryan Reaves on October 23, caused him to miss 24 games, including all of November. While he returned in mid-December, ongoing thumb issues led to speculation about his status; he was a healthy scratch seven times recently. Currently, Rempe has only one goal in 26 games this season, and this will be his third time sidelined with injuries during his tenure with the Rangers.

By the Numbers
  • Rempe has played 26 games this season, scoring 1 goal.
  • He has registered 149 penalty minutes in 65 career NHL games.
State of Play
  • The Rangers have a record of 22-29-6, sitting last in the Eastern Conference.
  • Rempe is currently in the first year of a two-year contract worth an AAV of $975,000.
What's Next

Expect updates regarding the timeline for Rempe’s recovery after his procedure. The Rangers will look to fill the gap in their lineup as they prepare for their next game against the Philadelphia Flyers next Thursday.

Bottom Line

Rempe's ongoing thumb issues raise concerns about his future potential and contributions to a struggling Rangers team. His health and performance will be crucial as the season progresses, especially given the current standings and playoff hopes.