Erik Gustafsson, injured recently, will not practice today. The New York Rangers may need to adjust defense pairings for the next game if Gustafsson is out. Several top-six defensemen are currently injured.

Brandon Scanlin could make his NHL debut if Gustafsson is unable to play. Scanlin was called up following another player's injury. Expect the top four defensemen to log heavy minutes if the projected pairings come to fruition.