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Rangers' Rempe Undergoes Surgery, Faces 24-Game Absence

12/30/2025

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Matt Rempe, a 6-foot-9 forward for the Rangers, had surgery for a broken thumb, resulting in him missing 24 games.
Before his injury, he averaged 10:59 of ice time in eight games, a notable increase from previous seasons.
New head coach Mike Sullivan has increased Rempe's ice time and assigned him to the second power-play unit, unlike former coach Peter Laviolette.
Rempe previously faced challenges under Laviolette, including suspensions and strict officiating.

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Story summary

Matt Rempe, a 6-foot-9 forward for the Rangers, had surgery for a broken thumb, resulting in him missing 24 games.
Before his injury, he averaged 10:59 of ice time in eight games, a notable increase from previous seasons.
New head coach Mike Sullivan has increased Rempe's ice time and assigned him to the second power-play unit, unlike former coach Peter Laviolette.
Rempe previously faced challenges under Laviolette, including suspensions and strict officiating.