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New York Rangers recall center Glenn Gawdin, place Alberts Smits on IR

The New York Rangers have recalled center Glenn Gawdin and placed rookie defenseman and fifth overall pick Alberts Smits on…

By Dave Shapiro · Blue Seat

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 10:33 PM

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The New York Rangers recalled center Glenn Gawdin and placed defenseman Alberts Smits on injured reserve.
Alberts Smits is sidelined week-to-week due to an upper-body injury.
Glenn Gawdin, a 29-year-old center with 13 career NHL games, provides depth for the Rangers' road trip.

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The New York Rangers have recalled center Glenn Gawdin and placed rookie defenseman Alberts Smits on injured reserve with an upper-body injury. Smits, a former fifth overall draft pick, was previously reported to be week-to-week, creating the roster opening needed for Gawdin's promotion as the team concludes its road trip.

Gawdin, a 29-year-old center with 13 career NHL games, joins a roster dealing with multiple defensive absences. Smits joins fellow defenseman Sean Durzi on the injury list, leaving a significant portion of the Rangers' starting defense sidelined.

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New York Rangers recall center Glenn Gawdin, place Alberts Smits on IR

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