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35-Year-Old Justin Dowling Makes NHL Debut with Rangers

1/5/2026

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Justin Dowling made his NHL debut at 35 with the New York Rangers.
Dowling reflected on a career including over 650 AHL games and 173 NHL contests.
He was a healthy scratch during the Winter Classic five years ago.
His recent performance included 52 games last season and playoff appearances with the Devils.
Dowling signed a two-year deal with the Rangers, believing he could still compete at this level.

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Justin Dowling made his NHL debut at 35 with the New York Rangers.
Dowling reflected on a career including over 650 AHL games and 173 NHL contests.
He was a healthy scratch during the Winter Classic five years ago.
His recent performance included 52 games last season and playoff appearances with the Devils.
Dowling signed a two-year deal with the Rangers, believing he could still compete at this level.