Editorials

May 7, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Louis Domingue (70) makes a save against New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad (93) as Pens defenseman Marcus Pettersson (28) assists during the third period in game three of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at PPG Paints Arena. The Penguins won 7-4. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

The New York Rangers are losing their own playoff narrative

What have the New York Rangers learned in the playoffs so far?

Is the New York Rangers kids line ready for the playoffs?

Playoff expectations for the New York Rangers

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 30: Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers in action against the Washington Capitals during their game at Madison Square Garden on March 30, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Which Igor Shesterkin will the New York Rangers get for the playoffs?

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)

Are 1st place & records more important than avoiding injuries?

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 16: The New York Rangers celebrate after a goal scored by Alexis Lafrenière #13 during the third period against the Detroit Red Wings at Madison Square Garden on April 16, 2022 in New York City. The Rangers won 4-0. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

Why the Rangers are on the right path to longterm success

Mar 2, 2022; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) celebrates his goal against the St. Louis Blues with center Mika Zibanejad (93) during the third period at Madison Square Garden. The Rangers defeated the Blues 5-3. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

If Chris Kreider breaks Jagr’s record, does it mean more?

Feb 17, 2022; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) skates before the opening face-off against the Detroit Red Wings at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports

Artemi Panarin’s quietly having a career year

Apr 16, 2022; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Alexis Lafreniere (13) celebrates a goal with defenseman Ryan Lindgren (55), center Barclay Goodrow (21), defenseman Adam Fox (23) and center Filip Chytil (72) during the third period against the Detroit Red Wings at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports

The New York Rangers should want first place in the Metropolitan Division

New New York Rangers Head coach Gerard Gallant poses with the Jack Adams Award (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

New York Rangers coach Gerard Gallant should win the Jack Adams

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 07: Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers skates out to face the Pittsburgh Penguins at Madison Square Garden on April 07, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Winning the division may not be in the Rangers’ best interest

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 07: Evgeni Malkin #71 of the Pittsburgh Penguins is hit by Barclay Goodrow #21 of the New York Rangers during the third period at Madison Square Garden on April 07, 2022 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Penguins 3-0. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Five reasons why hockey is awesome

Jan 6, 2022; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; New York Rangers head coach Gerard Gallant reacts while in the bench during the first period against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

Some thoughts about the Rangers’ success

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 07: Frank Vatrano #77 of the New York Rangers celebrates his second period goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Madison Square Garden on April 07, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Tough decisions lie ahead with a full-strength Rangers roster

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 07: Evgeni Malkin #71 of the Pittsburgh Penguins is hit by Barclay Goodrow #21 of the New York Rangers during the third period at Madison Square Garden on April 07, 2022 in New York City. The Rangers defeated the Penguins 3-0. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Did Shesterkin make a mistake mocking the Penguins?

Mar 20, 2021; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Rangers center Ryan Strome (16) faces off with Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov (92) at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

The New York Rangers will audition second line centers in playoffs

Mar 22, 2022; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (23) is congratulated by New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (23) and New York Rangers center Andrew Copp (18) after scoring a goal against New Jersey Devils during the first period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Tom Horak-USA TODAY Sports

Why the Rangers’ deadline deals were rentals

The New York Rangers saluting the crowd at Madison Square Garden (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

What they are playing for in the last 11 games

NY Rangers (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Why Alexis Lafrenière and Kaapo Kakko don’t fit in the Rangers top 6

NY Rangers (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

New York Rangers fans need to keep some perspective after last two games

TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 31: Mika Zibanejad #93 of the New York Rangers is congratulated after his game-winning shootout goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning at the Amalie Arena on December 31, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

Predicting the final 12 games of the season

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 22: Libor Hajek #25 of the New York Rangers looks to pass in the second period against the Philadelphia Flyers at Madison Square Garden on April 22, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

The curious case of Libor Hajek

Mar 17, 2022; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Chris Kreider (20) celebrates his 40th goal of the season during the second period against the New York Islanders at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports

Chris Kreider shines bright in New York Rangers history

The New York Rangers saluting the crowd at Madison Square Garden (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

The New York Rangers have found the “it” factor

The New York Rangers saluting the crowd at Madison Square Garden (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

What to expect from the next 10 games #61-70

Jan 19, 2022; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) plays the puck against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

The New York Rangers have a goaltending issue

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 28: A view of the Henrik Lundqvist shoulder patch dedicated to his retirement night worn by Igor Shesterkin #31 of the New York Rangers during the third period against the Minnesota Wild at Madison Square Garden on January 28, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images)

Can Igor Shesterkin of the New York Rangers win the Hart?