Rangers forward Chris Kreider was benched for the first time this season, amid player trade rumors.

New York Rangers forward Chris Kreider was a healthy scratch for Monday's game against the New Jersey Devils, marking the first time this season. Kreider, 33, has struggled this season with 11 goals and one assist in 30 games. The Rangers, currently 16-16-1 and sixth in their division, have faced trade rumors involving Kreider and other veterans. Kreider is in the fifth year of a seven-year, $45.5 million contract.

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