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Joonas Korpisalo return gives Rangers path to balanced tandem with Dylan Garand

Joonas Korpisalo is nearing his New York Rangers debut following an AHL conditioning start with Hartford. We break down why a 50/50 tandem split with Dylan Garand is the best path forward for Mike Sullivan's squad.

By Justin Bonhard · Blue Line Station

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 4:41 PM

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Blue Line Station argues Joonas Korpisalo's return provides the Rangers a balanced goaltending tandem with Dylan Garand.
Korpisalo returned to the active roster following an AHL conditioning stint for a foot infection.
The Rangers reassigned goaltender James Reimer to the AHL's Hartford Wolf Pack.

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Goaltender Joonas Korpisalo has returned to the New York Rangers' active roster following an AHL conditioning stint with the Hartford Wolf Pack, where he recovered from an early-season foot infection. His return comes as the team prepares for a four-game road trip, prompting the reassignment of James Reimer to Hartford.

Justin Bonhard of Blue Line Station argues that Korpisalo should form a balanced, 50/50 tandem with young starter Dylan Garand. Garand started 12 of the team's first 17 games in place of the injured Igor Shesterkin, and the writer believes Korpisalo's veteran presence will prevent burnout.

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