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GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 15: Fans of the New York Rangers cheer after a goal against the Arizona Coyotes during the third period of the NHL game at Gila River Arena on December 15, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. The Rangers defeated the Coyotes 3-2. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

What to expect from the next 10 games #31-40

Which Rangers winger should play the off wing?

5 biggest surprises of the season so far

Rangers blow third period lead, lose 3-2 in shootout

Nov 14, 2021; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers celebrate the goal by New York Rangers left wing Alexis Lafreniere (13) against the New Jersey Devils during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

The top 10 Ranger goals of calendar year 2021

Dec 15, 2021; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) celebrates a goal against Arizona Coyotes goalie Scott Wedgewood (31) during the third period at Gila River Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Rangers pull off a late comeback in 3-2 win in Arizona

Dec 14, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; New York Rangers right wing Julien Gauthier (15) attempts to score past goaltender Darcy Kuemper (35) and Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (49) in the third period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Rangers’ show some flaws in tough 4-2 loss to Avs

TORONTO, ON - NOVEMBER 18: Alexis Lafreniere #13 of the New York Rangers waits for a faceoff against the Toronto Maple Leafs during an NHL game at Scotiabank Arena on November 18, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Maple Leafs defeated the Rangers 2-1. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

Should Alexis Lafrenière get the Georgiev treatment?

Dec 12, 2021; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Alexandar Georgiev (40) is unable to stop a shot by Nashville Predators center Philip Tomasino (not pictured) while Nashville Predators center Mikael Granlund (64) and New York Rangers defenseman K'Andre Miller (79) tangle in front of the goal during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports

Rangers drop tight 1-0 decision to Predators

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 26: Head coach Gerard Gallant of the New York Rangers handles bench duties against the New York Islanders in a preseason game at Madison Square Garden on September 26, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

That wacky offside ruling was wrong…explained

Olympics may not be such a good idea

Dec 10, 2021; Buffalo, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93) celebrates his goal with center Ryan Strome (16) during the first period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

A crazy 2-1 win for the 1st place Rangers

Dec 8, 2021; New York, New York, USA; Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard (49) falls on top of New York Rangers goaltender Adam Huska (32) during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Gallant on 7-3 loss: “We’ll bury it and go on to the next one”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 21: The New York Rangers celebrate the win over the Buffalo Sabres at Madison Square Garden on November 21, 2021 in New York City. The New York Rangers defeated the Buffalo Sabres 5-4. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Some new respect for the Rangers in the latest power rankings

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 07: Members of the New York Rangers celebrate a win over the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center on December 07, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Rangers defeated the Blackhawks 6-2. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Rangers beat Blackhawks 6-2, win streak at 7

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 26: Head coach Gerard Gallant of the New York Rangers handles bench duties against the New York Islanders in a preseason game at Madison Square Garden on September 26, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Gerard Gallant is the X-Factor for the Rangers success

Nov 14, 2021; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Alexandar Georgiev (40) makes a glove save against the New Jersey Devils during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Rangers potential trade options: Goalies

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 03: Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers is injured during this third period pileup against the San Jose Sharks at Madison Square Garden on December 03, 2021 in New York City. The Rangers shutout the Sharks 1-0. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Shesterkin’s injury history a reason for concern

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 03: Ryan Strome #16 of the New York Rangers celebrates his first period goal against the San Jose Sharks at Madison Square Garden on December 03, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Shesterkin hurt in tremendous 1-0 defensive effort win over Sharks

New York Rangers right wing Kaapo Kakko (24) and left wing Artemi Panarin Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Does the Hughes contract mean trouble for the Rangers and Kaapo Kakko?

Nov 21, 2021; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) talks with left wing Chris Kreider (20) and center Mika Zibanejad (93) during the first period against the Buffalo Sabres at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports

Rangers potential trade options: Forwards

Dec 1, 2021; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) makes a save against Philadelphia Flyers center Sean Couturier (14) during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Another game, another win as Rangers beat Flyers 4-1

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 16: Chris Kreider #20 of the New York Rangers celebrates his goal in the second period against the Montreal Canadiens during their game at Madison Square Garden on November 16, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

What to expect from the next 10 games

New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports)

Can Adam Fox become the next NHL 90-point defenseman?

Nov 26, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba (8) is congratulated by center Mika Zibanejad (93) and defenseman Patrik Nemeth (12) after scoring an empty net goal during the third period against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Not a great debut for the NHL on ABC

Nov 26, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New York Rangers players celebrate their win over the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

The Rangers are for real & their 5-2 win over the Bruins proves it

Nov 24, 2021; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (23) and New York Islanders center Jean-Gabriel Pageau (44) fight during the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

A big 4-1 win for the Rangers and the fourth line

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 08: Mika Zibanejad #93 of the New York Rangers is named a star of the game after a victory over the Florida Panthers at Madison Square Garden on November 08, 2021 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Panthers 4-3. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Can the Rangers win with the new Zibanejad line?