The New York Rangers have made a strategic roster move by sending defenseman Victor Mancini back to the Hartford Wolf Pack and recalling Chad Ruhwedel as the 7th defenseman. This decision comes in light of Ryan Lindgren's return, which has pushed Mancini to the bench.

Mancini is expected to receive significant playing time in Hartford, positioning him as the first option for injury call-ups, especially considering Lindgren's injury history. Additionally, this move provides the Rangers with nearly $100,000 in cap space.