The New York Rangers are dominating the first round series of the NHL playoffs against the New Jersey Devils (New York Post). Not only have they taken a 2-0 lead, but they have also created an exciting feeling that could lead to a successful run in the playoffs (New York Post). In Game 2, the Rangers stormed back from an early deficit to beat the Devils 5-1 (The Athletic). Their power play stayed hot, leading them to victory (The Athletic).
With expectations high, Gerard Gallant, the Rangers’ coach, is feeling the pressure heading into the second round of playoffs (Lohud). The Ranger’s first game against the Devils ended in quite a victory with a score of 5-1, leading fans to be amazed by goalie Igor Shesterkin’s talent (Bleacher Report).
The team seems to be playing extremely well all around, with their second game scheduled for Thursday night (VAVEL.com). Fans can easily watch the game on TBS (DraftKings Nation). The Rangers are no strangers to the playoffs, and they are excited to be back in the thick of things (104.5 The Team ESPN Radio).
Not only are the Rangers looking strong on the ice, but they are also giving back to the community. Recently, the team granted a scholarship to a survivor of the Sandy Hook School shooting, Isaiah Márquez-Greene (USA Today).
It is clear that the New York Rangers have been a force to be reckoned with in the first round of the playoffs, and fans are excited to see what they will do next (The Hockey News). With the team’s all-around dominance, they could go far in this postseason (The Hockey News).
