New York Rangers: Five silver linings after elimination

May 4, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) celebrates after scoring a goal against Ottawa Senators goalie Mike Condon (1) with teammates during the third period of game four of the second round of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

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May 9, 2017; New York, NY, USA; Ottawa Senators left wing Alex Burrows (14) falls on top of New York Rangers center Derek Stepan (21) during the third period of game six of the second round of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /

2.) Changes Will Be Made

A lot of times, this isn’t what people want to hear. People don’t like change. It could be because of attachment to certain players. (Ahem, Brassard.)

But sometimes, it’s simply because the unknown is scary, and that makes sense. The thing to remember about the Rangers is that the organization has a wonderful reputation for being in the playoffs the majority of over the past decade. In fact, it’s been eleven of the last twelve seasons that the Rangers have seen postseason action.

Despite the reputation, though, Alain Vigneault has to know that changes will be made. He will have to realize who to put out in crunch time situations. Most importantly, he has to use the strengths of his fast players to his specific style’s advantage.

There will most likely be a few acquisitions that help the defensive situation. The forwards don’t need any help except the right ones seeing more ice time.

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