Gavrikov had 30 points (five goals, 25 assists) and was plus-26 in 82 regular-season games for the Los Angeles Kings last season. He also led them with 140 blocked shots and played 23:05 per game, second behind Drew Doughty (24:08), who only played 30 games.

The Rangers signed Vladislav Gavrikov earlier this week, and general manager Chris Drury is feeling good about it.

There was widespread belief that the New York Rangers would sign Vladislav Gavrikov, but the contract looks like a steal.