"The Rangers moved a step closer to completing their offseason business Monday, re-signing unrestricted free agent defenseman Steve Eminger to a one-year, $800,000 contract.

Eminger, 27, acquired last summer from Anaheim for Aaron Voros, provides a physical presence on the blue line and a veteran presence as the only Rangers defenseman with 400 games of NHL experience. Eminger had two goals and four assists in 65 games last season.

"I'm thankful to the New York Rangers organization for re-signing me," Eminger said in an email to the Daily News. "I'm proud to be a part of this team, as I know they always have been and will continue to be committed to winning. I'm excited for this upcoming season and in doing my part to achieve success.""