BREAKING: Rangers sign super-sized prospect to entry-level deal
The New York Rangers announced the signing of super-sized prospect Dylan Roobroeck to a three-year entry-level contract on Monday.
Roobroeck, a 19-year-old forward selected in the sixth round (178th overall) of the 2023 NHL Draft, had an impressive season with the Oshawa Generals. In 68 regular-season games, he tallied 72 points (26 goals, 46 assists). The 6-foot-7 forward continued to excel in the OHL Playoffs, leading his team with 11 goals and adding 15 assists for a total of 26 points in 21 games, although the Generals were ultimately swept by the London Knights in the Championship Series.
“You saw what he did this year. He plays center and left wing,” Generals coach Derek Laxdall said. “He’s on the penalty kill and power play. When he’s moving his feet, he’s effective and when he gets physical or into fights, he’s really effective.”
In addition, the Hartford Wolf Pack announced they have signed Roobroeck to an amateur tryout (ATO).
Rangers sign Dylan Roobroeck
Over the course of three seasons in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Oshawa Generals and Niagara Ice Dogs, Dylan Roobroeck has accumulated 146 points (46 goals, 97 assists) in 200 regular-season games. His NHL aspirations became more tangible after witnessing the success of current New York Rangers’ rookie Matt Rempe, another towering player making an impact in the league.
“It’s funny, ever since Rempe has come on the scene with the Rangers, Dylan has really picked up his game,” Generals coach Derek Laxdall said. “He sees the effectiveness of a big, heavy player and what he could do. Dylan has a great skill set. He skates well for a big man… he’s really taken a huge step in that area.”
Roobroeck’s improvement is credited to his hard work and dedication, particularly in the offseason, which has his coach excited about his future prospects.
“Give him a lot of credit because he’s done a lot in the summer to get bigger and stronger,” Laxdall concluded. “We’re looking forward to see what he does at the next level in the American Hockey League and possibly the National Hockey League.”
The terms of Roobroeck’s contract with the Rangers have not yet been disclosed. We will update this article as soon as that information becomes available.