No Excuse for Rangers to Not Name New Captain — Here’s Who It Should Be

The New York Rangers are wasting time — and they know it. The team has been without a captain for far too long, and there’s absolutely no excuse for them to delay naming the new leader any longer. The pressure is mounting, and the Blueshirts need to step up and make the call before the season slips into chaos.

The Rangers are a storied franchise, with legends like Mark Messier, Brian Leetch, and Chris Drury wearing the “C.” These captains didn’t just wear the letter — they led their team with unwavering conviction and a killer instinct that made their presence felt on and off the ice. So why, in 2025, are the Rangers still playing this waiting game?

The team has the talent, the fanbase, and the potential to make a serious push for the Stanley Cup, but without a strong, defining leader, they’re missing a crucial piece. It's time for a decision to be made, and there’s no better choice than Jacob Trouba.

Why Trouba? Simple. He has the grit, the leadership qualities, and the respect of his teammates that scream “captain material.” The defenseman has consistently brought a physical edge to the game that the Rangers desperately need. His commitment to winning, along with his ability to spark the team when the stakes are high, makes him the perfect candidate to wear the “C.”

Let’s face it — the Rangers need a captain who can rally the troops, make the big decisions in the heat of the moment, and command the respect of the locker room. Trouba isn’t afraid to step up when things get ugly, and that’s what the team needs. He’s shown his worth as a leader time and time again, both on the ice and in his post-game interviews, where he’s never afraid to speak his mind and take responsibility for the team’s performance.

The Rangers can’t afford another season without a clear captain leading the charge. It’s time to stop playing games and get Trouba in that spot. Anything less is an insult to the legacy of the Rangers and their passionate fanbase.

So, Chris Drury, the ball’s in your court. No more excuses. It’s time to name Jacob Trouba the next captain of the New York Rangers and start winning. The fans deserve it. The team deserves it. And quite frankly, the league deserves to see this team finally live up to their full potential.