The New York Rangers face off tonight against the Beasts of the East. The first of a back to back tilt against the big, bad Boston Bruins.
An early season measuring stick for the New York Rangers
The Rangers will be out to prove Monday’s disappointing loss at the hands of the New York Islanders was just a bump in the road. After starting the season a dismal 1-4-1, the Blueshirts have won three of their last five, gaining seven out of a possible 10 points. Much like last season, their surge has done little to improve their place in the standings as they are tied for last place in the division with 10 points.
The Bruins sit on top pf the division with 18 points having lost just one game in regulation. On paper the Rangers are outclassed in the match up though recent history will show that the Rangers can rise to the occasion as they did against the Washington Capitals, winning a gritty contest 4-2.
The Rangers suffered mightily against the Bruins last season, going 0-2-1 and being outscored 13-7. The Rangers will need to muster up some gumption and play a full and smart 60 minutes of hockey to add to the Bruins’ loss column. That, and hopefully receive some birthday luck. Happy Birthday to Alexandar Georgiev who turns 25 years old today. Last time he played on his birthday (2019), he posted a 55 save win versus the Toronto Maple Leafs.