Let’s start with this. This reporter doesn’t believe the New York Rangers will acquire Quinn Hughes, when — if —

Mike Sullivan and the New York Rangers could pull off the unexpected as a report hints the organization in Manhattan is eyeing Vancouver Canucks' Quinn Hughes, frustrated star in the NHL.

The New York Rangers are reportedly considering a bold move for defenseman Quinn Hughes, potentially disrupting the New Jersey Devils' pursuit. Vancouver's struggles have created an unexpected opportunity,

Rangers, Red Wings, Devils, Hurricanes, Sabres revealed as other teams who wanted Quinn Hughes in Canucks trade originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The rest of the NHL did know that Quinn Hughes was available.

In his X post, LeBrun reported that Vancouver received firm offers from six teams. He confirmed New Jersey was among the most serious suitors. Detroit and the New York Rangers also made strong pushes. Carolina and Buffalo showed interest to a lesser degree. The volume of offers explains the size of Minnesota’s winning bid.

As Canucks insider Iain MacIntyre reported, Hughes’ camp did not provide teams with assurances that an extension would be forthcoming. Perhaps that was the key issue that kept the Sabres from pursuing this deal any further. “The one thing I made certain about, under no circumstances could we guarantee a contract extension with anyone.”