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Both were in the lineup for the Rangers' preseason finale on Friday night, and the team moved Smits from the auxiliary locker room to the main one.

Looks like Rempe and Smits have made the Rangers' opening-night roster

Injuries limited the 28-year-old Jericho native to 55 games in 2025-26.

LI's Adam Fox puts last season with Rangers behind him

Shortened training camps make it hectic to find chemistry early

Rangers fall to Islanders with chemistry still in progress

Rempe, 24, was one of very few recognizable names in the Rangers' lineup against the Devils Monday night

Rangers' Rempe feels sense of desperation to make the team

"He loves hockey, brings great energy to the rink. [And] he's an enthusiastic learner. I think all those things are important," coach Mike Sullivan said.

Stephenson: Rangers' Kartye playing with chip on his shoulder in training camp

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This weekend's games don't matter in the standings, but they give Aaron Boone an opportunity to consider his postseason roster.

Rubin: Yanks have quite a few decisions to make before Wild Card Series vs. Red Sox

Expect a lot of unusual lineup and pitching situations this weekend in Washington.

Albanese: Final series can bring benefit as Mets' miserable season concludes

CC Sabathia said, "I never envisioned myself going into Monument Park, and I think that was the reason why I was so scared to come here."

Sabathia on having his No. 52 retired by Yanks: 'This feels bigger to me than the Hall of Fame'

Few people expected Odell Beckham Jr. to be his former self, but no targets through two games is a surprise.

Rock: Will Beckham finally be an on-field asset for Giants this weekend?

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Taste-testing UBS Arena's new food options

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LI Works: Ken is all aglow at neon sign maker

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Take a peek inside Whiskey Down Diner's new location

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Out East: Warrior Ranch Foundation

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Double trouble on the tennis court for Floyd

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Horse racing returns to Belmont Park after renovation

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Long Island Sound water quality: See what the latest report card says

Supporters of "through-running" would like to see LIRR trains adding stops beyond Long Island. NewsdayTV's Alfonso Castillo reports.

What is through-running and will it work at Penn Station?

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