The New York Rangers have seen one of the first important parts of the offseason come to a close, with the NHL Draft Lottery now set.  Despite having the third-worst record in the league, the ping pong balls were not in favor of the Rangers on Tuesday night. New York will be selecting fifth overall, dropping two spots with the Toronto Maple Leafs and San Jose Sharks jumping them for the first and second overall picks.  It was undoubtedly a disappointing night for the Rangers, but the fifth overall pick is still a very valuable asset . However, with them dropping a couple of spots from where they were likely hoping and expecting to be, it will be interesting to see what the plan is now.  This offseason feels like a pivotal one for a team that is hoping to snap a two-year playoff drought.…