Gabe Perreault is expected to wear the number 94 for the New York Rangers as he makes his NHL debut on Wednesday night and there’s some deep history behind that decision.

The Rangers (35-32-7, 77 points) are 4-5-1 in their last 10 games and have a 5-9-0 mark this season against their final eight opponents. They are tied with the Canadiens for the final wild card, but Montreal has a game in hand. Columbus is two points back but has two games in hand on the Rangers.

The New York Rangers have signed 19-year-old forward Gabe Perreault to a three-year entry-level contract (ELC) ahead of the final playoff push. Great news for New York fans!

The New York Rangers have signed forward Gabe Perreault to a three-year entry-level deal, it was announced Monday.