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Rangers collapse in third period for frustrating loss to Capitals
On the precipice of their first win in a week and a half, the Rangers gave it away in the final 20 minutes.
On the precipice of their first win in a week and a half, the Rangers gave it away in the final 20 minutes.
Igor Shesterkin turned in arguably one of his best performances of the season as the Rangers snapped a four-game losing streak by defeating the Capitals on Sunday.
Igor Shesterkin was the Shesterkin the Rangers need in that net, making key saves in key moments in a victory that seemed closer than necessary.
It was fitting that the only Ranger who could score on Charlie Lindgren was his brothers defensive partner, Adam Fox.
The Rangers' once lofty lead in the Metropolitan Division has shrunk to three points heading into Saturdays puck drop against the Capitals.
Kaapo Kakko woke up Sunday morning and saw his name next to Mika Zibanejad and Chris Kreider on the lineup card.
Rangers legend Mark Messier can't stand one trend in the NHL, and he criticized Jonny Brodzinski on Saturday.
Best bet as the Rangers host the Capitals at Madison Square Garden.
It ended up being just the response the Islanders needed, in the form of a dominant 5-1 win over the Capitals that will allow them to wash the memory of Wednesday from their minds.