The New York Rangers are adding veteran depth to their forward group, officially signing 34-year-old Justin Dowling to a two-year contract, the team announced Monday. The move comes as part of a busy offseason for President and General Manager Chris Drury, who has steadily been retooling the roster following another early playoff exit.
Justin Dowling lands two-year contract with Rangers
Justin Dowling joins the Rangers after a quietly impressive season with the New Jersey Devils, where he played a career-high 52 games and posted seven points (2 goals, 5 assists). While those numbers may seem modest, they represent a personal-best campaign for Dowling at the
NHL level — a testament to his resilience and consistency. He also contributed during the postseason, appearing in all five of the Devils’ playoff games.
Dowling may not be a household name, but he brings a wealth of experience to the Rangers’ locker room. With 152 career NHL games across stints with the Devils, Dallas Stars, and Vancouver Canucks, he’s carved out a role as a reliable bottom-six forward. His 573 games in the AHL — where he racked up an impressive 408 points (131 goals, 277 assists) — further highlight his playmaking ability and leadership qualities.
He was a key piece in the Texas Stars’ 2014 Calder Cup championship and again helped them reach the Final in 2018. That kind of playoff-tested resume is exactly what Drury and head coach Peter Laviolette seem to be targeting this offseason.
Dowling’s signing is just one in a string of moves by the Rangers this summer. The organization has already inked deals with several other players, including Brendan Brisson, Trey Fix-Wolansky, and Vladislav Gavrikov. These additions signal a push toward building a deeper, more versatile roster as New York aims to capitalize on its remaining championship window.
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