New York Rangers prospect Gabe Perreault is a player who the Original Six club is expecting to be a big part of their future. It is understandable, as the 20-year-old forward undoubtedly has the potential to become a very good NHL player. Now, Perreault's potential has led to him receiving some praise. Perreault was the only Ranger who made Corey Pronman's latest NHL players and prospects under 23 rankings for The Athletic [https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6946124/2026/01/13/nhl-prospects-rankings-u23-celebrini-bedard/]. Perreault was given the No. 120 spot on Pronman's list. When noting that Perreault has the tools to become a top-six forward in the NHL, it makes sense that he has been ranked among the top young players in the sport. Perreault has shown promise during his first full professional season in 2025-26. In 20 games with the Rangers' AHL affiliate, the Hartford Wolf Pack, he has recorded 10 goals, seven assists, and 17 points. With numbers like these, he has certainly demonstrated his offensive upside at the AHL level. Perreault's success in the AHL has also allowed him to get chances on the Rangers' roster this season, too. In 14 games this season with the Rangers, the 2023 first-round pick has recorded one goal, four assists, five points, and an even plus/minus rating. It will now be interesting to see how Perreault performs as the season rolls on. There is no question that he has a bright future with the Blueshirts.
