Rangers Place Barclay Goodrow on Waivers in First Offseason Move to Save Cap Space

Jun 18, 2024, 06:22 PM

The New York Rangers have placed forward Barclay Goodrow on waivers as a cap-saving measure in their first move of the offseason. Goodrow, who has a $3.641 million cap hit and is signed through 2027, contributed six goals in 16 playoff games this spring. If another team claims him, the Rangers will save the full $3.642 million cap hit. If unclaimed, the team can bury him and save $1.15 million for now, or consider a buyout, which would save $3.89 million next season but incur penalties for five seasons. This move is part of the Rangers' effort to create cap flexibility ahead of free agency, with potential savings of up to $12.8 million this summer and allowing youth talents to break through.