Analysis

May 26, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers head coach Gerard Gallant reacts against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period in game five of the second round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Backs to the wall again after ugly 3-1 loss

Ranger fans…this series is not over yet

Rangers knot series at 2 games apiece with 4-1 win

The Rangers and Reaves need to play smart

May 22, 2022; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goalie Igor Shesterkin (31) makes a save against the Carolina Hurricanes during the first period in game three of the second round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports

A huge win in a must win game

May 20, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; New York Rangers center Tyler Motte (64) and Carolina Hurricanes center Steven Lorentz (78) watch the puck during the first period in game two of the second round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Another tough loss in a defensive battle

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 19: Head coach Gerard Gallant speaks with linesman Bryan Pancich #94 during the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Madison Square Garden on January 19, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Some advice for the Rangers to help win Game 2

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 18: Ian Cole #28 of the Carolina Hurricanes scores at 3:12 of overtime against Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers in Game One of the Second Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena on May 18, 2022 in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Hurricanes defeated the Rangers 2-1 in overtime. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

New York Rangers lose game one in overtime: wash, rinse, repeat

May 18, 2022; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brady Skjei (76) and New York Rangers left wing Alexis Lafrenière (13) collide during the second period in game one of the second round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Here we go again as Rangers lose Game 1 in overtime

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 26: Andrei Svechnikov #37 of the Carolina Hurricanes and Adam Fox #23 of the New York Rangers battle for the puck during the third period at Madison Square Garden on April 26, 2022 in New York City. The Hurrricanes defeated the Rangers 4-3. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

New York Rangers: Main keys to taking Game 1 against Hurricanes

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 15: Artemi Panarin #10 of the New York Rangers celebrates his game winning overtime goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game Seven of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 15, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Some love for the Rangers in the 2nd Round

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 12: Chris Kreider #20 of the New York Rangers celebrates after becoming the fourth player in New York Rangers history to score 50 goals in a season in the third period against the Carolina Hurricanes at Madison Square Garden on April 12, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

New York Rangers: Storylines to watch out for in Second Round series against Hurricanes

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 15: Head coach Gerard Gallant of the New York Rangers and Artemi Panarin #10 celebrate a 4-3 overtime victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game Seven of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 15, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

3 Rangers who need to step it up in Round 2

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 15: Artemi Panarin #10 of the New York Rangers celebrates his game winning overtime goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game Seven of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 15, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

New York Rangers: Main takeaways as Artemi Panarin plays hero in thrilling Game 7 win

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 26: Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers makes the third period save against the Carolina Hurricanes at Madison Square Garden on April 26, 2022 in New York City. The Hurrricanes defeated the Rangers 4-3. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

What the Rangers need to do to win Round 2

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 15: Mika Zibanejad #93 of the New York Rangers skates against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game Seven of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 15, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Hey stupid, you should have put your helmet back on

May 13, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) stands for the national anthem against the Pittsburgh Penguins before game six of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

The top 5 Rangers in Round One

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 15: Sidney Crosby #87 of the Pittsburgh Penguins and Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers shake hands following the Rangers overtime victory in Game Seven of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 15, 2022 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Penguins 4-3 in overtime to move on to round two. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Rangers win 4-3 in OT to advance to the 2nd Round

PITTSBURGH, PA - MAY 13: Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers makes a save as Jake Guentzel #59 of the Pittsburgh Penguins looks for a rebound during the second period in Game Six of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG PAINTS Arena on May 13, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. New York defeated Pittsburgh 5-3. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)

Main takeaways from Game 6 as New York Rangers refuse to die

May 13, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; The New York Rangers celebrate the game winning goal scored by Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period in game six of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG Paints Arena. The Rangers won 5-3. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Rangers live to play again with 5-3 win

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 11: Mika Zibanejad #93 of the New York Rangers skates against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game Five of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 11, 2022 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Penguins 5-3. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

3 Big takeaways from Game 5 as New York Rangers stay alive

NEW YORK, NY - MAY 11: Martin St. Louis #26 of the New York Rangers celebrates his goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first period during Game Six of the Second Round of the 2014 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 11, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

A new chapter for the Rangers-Penguins playoff history book tonight?

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 11: Frank Vatrano #77 and Filip Chytil #72 of the New York Rangers celebrate Chytil's third period goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game Five of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 11, 2022 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Penguins 5-3. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Rangers must continue to force pressure on Louis Domingue in Game 6

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 11: Brock McGinn #23 of the Pittsburgh Penguins skates against Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers in Game Five of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 11, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Shesterkin a Hart Trophy finalist and no discipline for the Crosby injury

May 11, 2022; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Alexis Lafrenire (13) celebrates his goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period in game five of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Rangers 5-3 comeback win to force Game 6

May 9, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Mike Matheson (5) and Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang (58) defend New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) during the third period in game four of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG Paints Arena. The Penguins won 7-2. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

4 things Rangers must do in Game 5 if they are to live to see another day

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 05: The New York Rangers and the Pittsburgh Penguins prepare to play in Game Two of the First Round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on May 05, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

A deeper look at the numbers and turning points in this series

May 9, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Jake Guentzel (59) and right wing Bryan Rust (17) celebrate a goal by Guentzel against the New York Rangers during the second period in game four of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Nothing good to say about a 7-2 beatdown by Penguins