Rangers GM Chris Drury gets contract extension as John Tortorella rumors swirl

After New York Rangers GM Chris Drury signed an extension with the team, rumors started to surface that John Tortorella could be back.

According to Sammi Silber of The Hockey News , John Tortorella is being brought back to the New York Rangers.  When people doubted the report and wondered if it was accurate, Silber responded, “I was not hacked, for those asking. Got a message from a source close to Flyers org. We’ll see what unfolds.” However, Arthur Staple of The Athletic reported Tortorella to the Rangers is "incorrect."

Drury, whose future was unclear, is staying with the Rangers. The team released a statement on Wednesday, confirming that it had signed him to a multiyear extension. 

Could Tortorella be getting consideration for the head-coaching job after former head coach Peter Laviolette was fired? It would be an interesting decision, but Torts has a history with the Rangers.

If he is being hired, Drury must have the backing of ownership and the higher-ups. 

James Dolan said via the team’s press release: 

“Over his tenure, Chris has shown passion for the Rangers, relentless work ethic, and a tireless pursuit of excellence. While we are all disappointed in what transpired this past season, I am confident in his ability to guide this organization to success.”