As concern grows about Chytil's future even without a long-term diagnosis, the Rangers might need to start thinking about filling his spot.

It appears the New York Rangers will be without forward Filip Chytil when they open a four-game trip Sunday night in Seattle. Whether Chytil will join the Rangers later on the trek, which also will comprise stops in Vancouver,

Filip Chytil was not seen at Saturday's practice while he won't travel with the Rangers to start their four-game road trip.