Igor Shesterkin

Why So Blue? Optimism Should Be High For NY Rangers Despite Erratic Season To Date.

The NY Rangers are still not yet at the halfway mark of the season. However, this mini-holiday break feels like a fine place to assess what has been an erratic season while also pinpointing positive aspects that are beacons for optimism. Consider the team won three out of their first four games, including two excellent […]

We’re Going Streaking! Rangers Stop Streaks By Marner, Toronto, Extend Their Own To 5 Games With 3-1 Win

Last night, the Rangers extended their winning streak to five games, defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 at MSG. The victory is one of the Blueshirts’ most impressive overall efforts of the season, especially when you factor in Toronto came into the game on a 15-game point streak. Let’s break it down. THAT’S GOOD! JIMMY […]

That’s Four Like It! NY Rangers Extend Winning Streak To 4 Games With Thrilling 4-3 OT Win Over Devils

Last night, the NY Rangers beat the NJ Devils at MSG 4-3 in overtime on a beautiful snipe by Filip Chytil. Even though their overall play was still not perfect, the return and emergence of their resiliency in the face of adversity could be the most significant takeaway from the victory. So let’s break it […]

I-GOR! I-GOR!: NYR Beat Colorado 2-1 In Shootout Behind Vintage Shesterkin

The Rangers completed a successful mini-road trip last night with a 2-1 shootout victory over a depleted Colorado Avalanche team for their 3rd win in a row. Rather than a straight recap that can be deciphered by looking at the boxscore and highlights, we’ll take a friendly but practical approach. Let’s look at what was […]

NY Rangers Game 23 Recap: NYR Blow Multi-Goal Lead Again In 5-3 Loss to Devils

The NY Rangers, in recent seasons, have mostly dominated the New Jersey Devils, their rivals across the Hudson. Oh, how times have quickly changed. The Rangers lost to the Devils 5-3 last night in a showcase highlighting why both teams are currently heading in opposite directions. The Blueshirts stormed out of the gate, scoring two […]

NY Rangers Game 22 Recap: Third Period Collapse Dooms Rangers

It is officially time to worry about the NY Rangers. This is fresh off what can only be described as a full-blown 3rd-period collapse against the Edmonton Oilers to lose 4-3 in regulation. The Rangers entered the 3rd period leading 3-0. It was not perfect, but an impressive performance up to that point, considering they […]

Georgiev Hits Stride vs. Rangers

The Colorado Avalanche and the New York Rangers met for the first time this season on October 25th. This was a highly anticipated game as it was the Avs new goaltender, Alexandar Georgiev’s, return to New York. The Avalanche traded for Georgiev back in July after not making an offer to their cup-winning goalie, Darcy […]

New York Rangers Netminder Might Be Looking Elsewhere For New Deal

The New York Rangers might be in a predicament with goaltender Alexandar Georgiev. The restricted free agent will be looking for a raise higher than his current deal of $2,650,000 per season. The 26-year-old netminder played 33 games this past season with a goals-against average (GAA) of 2.92 and a save percentage of .898. However, […]

Opinion: Why the Devils Should Keep Mackenzie Blackwood

Overview The days of Martin Brodeur are long gone and over with. Filling his shoes is tough to do as it is, but the Devils have yet to find a consistent replacement for him. If only they could be as lucky as their rival New York Rangers, who went from Henrik Lundqvist to Igor Shesterkin. […]

Jacob Markstrom Finishes Second in Vezina Trophy Voting: How The Flames Can Ensure Success Next Season

Jacob Markstrom had a fantastic regular season with the Calgary Flames and was rewarded with finishing second behind Igor Shesterkin for the Vezina Trophy. Markstrom finished the regular season with a .922 SV% and a 2.22 GAA. He started a career-high 63 games under Darryl Sutter. Markstrom also led the league with nine shutouts. He […]