Rangers Recall Taylor Raddysh While Sending Jaroslav Chmelař Down To AHL

The New York Rangers have recalled Taylor Raddysh from the Hartford Wolf Pack of the American Hockey League and, in a corresponding move, have sent Jaroslav Chmelař down.

Raddysh signed a two-year, $3 million contract with the Rangers during the 2025 offseason and played 68 games, recording nine goals, 10 assists, and 19 points while averaging 11:51 minutes.

The veteran forward was waived before the start of the season and cleared waivers, as he started the year playing in the AHL.

Despite being waiver-exempt, the Rangers decided to keep Chmelař on the opening-night roster.

Chmelař’s strong 28-game audition last season and impressive training camp helped him earn a spot on the Rangers’ roster.

“If that doesn't give you confidence, probably nothing will,” Chmelař said on making the Rangers’ opening-night roster. “I’m feeling way more comfortable in every situation.”

The 23-year-old has played in seven games to kick off the 2026-27 campaign, slotting onto the team’s fourth line.

However, he’s only been averaging 8:15 minutes per game in a limited role, and now he’ll get the opportunity to play an expanded role with the Wolf Pack.