# Rangers Rookie Alberts Smits Reflects on Debut | New York Rangers News

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Podcast: [New York Rangers News Today  | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/new-york-rangers-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7534766)
Published: 2026-10-01T01:04:53+00:00
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Rookie Alberts Smits made history on September 30th by becoming the first 18-year-old defenseman to debut for the New York Rangers on opening night against the Boston Bruins. Despite the team's loss, Smits logged nearly seventeen minutes on ice, showing the organization's confidence in his abilities. Paired with Braden Schneider and supported by veterans, Smits demonstrated maturity and promise, highlighting his readiness after winning the Lars-Erik Sjoberg Award in training camp. His www.TheDailyNewsNow.com This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting and produced by Qwikcast.ai Sources: N/A More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thedailynewsnow.com/653e18cb0b1e1698 Report issues to hello@thedailynewsnow.com

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