These rookies are showing they belong in the NHL.

Shawn and Roc dive into the first two Rangers preseason games, analyzing the impressive performances from Gabriel Perrault, Noah Laba, and Matthew Robertson while discussing how the roster is shaping up under new coach Mike Sullivan.

• Perrault showing noticeable improvement with added muscle and willingness to go to dirty areas of the ice
• Robertson making a strong case for the NHL roster despite waiver considerations
• Analyzing the new broadcast team with Dave Maloney replacing Joe Micheletti alongside a new play-by-play announcer
• Discussing potential line combinations with Taylor Raddysh possibly starting on the second line
• Evaluating Connor Sheary's PTO performance and chances of making the roster
• Comparing current young talent to previous Rangers draft classes and development paths
• Examining the NHL's no-tax state advantage and its impact on competitive balance
• Speculating on when roster cuts will happen and which prospects might stick around

The Rangers have three more preseason games before opening night on October 7th, with significant roster decisions still to be made as training camp progresses.