The Rangers quickly claimed him off waivers, giving Kaliyev a second chance and a much-needed fresh start. In his first game, the right winger recorded 8:31 minutes while playing on a line with Jonny Brodzinski and Brett Berard.

And it continued before Thursday night’s resumption of hostilities at the Garden against the Devils, as Peter Laviolette reconstructed his lineup once again.

The New York Rangers and GM Chris Drury made a bold move claiming Arthur Kaliyev off waivers. The move could be considered a high-risk, high-reward move depending on how he plays in the Rangers system.