New York Rangers 2023 Preseason Schedule: Dates, time, venue & more

The New York Rangers had a strong performance during the 2022-23 NHL regular season, earning a spot in the playoffs. However, their playoff journey came to an end in the first round when they were eliminated by the New Jersey Devils in a seven-game series, losing 3-4. Despite the disappointment of the loss, the Rangers have regrouped and are ready to once again compete at the highest level.

The New York Rangers unveiled their preseason schedule for 2023. The schedule includes a total of six games, with three of them taking place at their home arena, Madison Square Garden. Fans will have the opportunity to catch the Rangers' preseason games on MSG Networks and MSG+. It enables New York area fans to watch the games on their preferred devices.

Here is everything you need to know about the Rangers' 2023 campaign, including its date, time, TV schedule, opponents, and more.

During the preseason, the Rangers will face off against three Eastern Conference opponents: the New Jersey Devils, the New York Islanders, and the Boston Bruins. The exhibition opener will be held on Sunday, September 24 at 5:00 PM as the Rangers travel to Boston to take on the Bruins.

Shortly after, they will return to Madison Square Garden for their home games against the Islanders on September 26 and the Devils on September 28. Following road matchups against the Islanders and the Devils, the Rangers will wrap up their preseason schedule with a game against the Bruins on Thursday, October 5.

Detailed Pre-season schedule for New York Rangers

Date, time, and location of the pre-season games.

DATE	OPPONENT	TIME (ET)	LOCATION
Sun, Sep. 24	Boston	5:00 PM	TD Garden
Tue, Sep. 26	NY Islanders	7:00 PM	MSG
Thu, Sep. 28	New Jersey	7:00 PM	MSG
Fri, Sep. 29	NY Islanders	7:00 PM	UBS Arena
Wed, Oct. 4	New Jersey	7:00 PM	Prudential Center
Thu, Oct. 5	Boston	7:00 PM	MSG

New York Rangers hired Phil Housley as assistant coach

According to recent reports, it was revealed that the New York Rangers, under the leadership of Peter Laviolette, expressed interest in hiring Phil Housley as an assistant coach for the upcoming season. The reports have now been confirmed, as Arthur Staple of The Athletic states that Housley will be joining Laviolette's coaching staff as an assistant coach for the Rangers.

Phil Housley previously served as an assistant coach for the Nashville Predators before joining the New York Rangers. He later became the head coach of the Buffalo Sabres but was let go after two seasons with a disappointing record. Housley then joined the Arizona Coyotes as an assistant coach, specializing in defense and power play strategies. His time with the Coyotes concluded after the 2021-22 season.