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The New York Rangers made a surprise pick-up on Saturday, claiming defenseman Vincent Iorio off waivers.
Iorio was waived by the Sharks, and the Rangers decided to take a chance on the 2021 second-round pick.
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Will Iorio immediately slot into the Rangers’ lineup? That remains unclear, but after trading Carson Soucy to the New York Islanders, Iorio should get an opportunity to earn a spot with the Blueshirts.
Mike Sullivan hinted about what sort of role Iorio could play and what he expects from the team’s latest acquisition.
“I don’t know a lot about him. I know a little bit about him. I know he’s going to bring good size,” Sullivan said of Iorio. “He’s a young kid I think he could potentially help us with our puck-moving ability back there. I think he defends pretty well with his size.
“I know our hockey operations department obviously thinks highly of him, and that’s why they claimed him. I look forward to seeing him in person and getting to know him and working with him. We’ll see where it goes.”
Rangers Claim Vincent Iorio Off Waivers From Sharks
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After playing nine games over a two-season span with the Capitals, he was placed on waivers, and the Sharks quickly claimed him on Oct. 16, 2015.
The 23-year-old defenseman has recorded four assists in 30 career NHL games.
