Rangers at Ducks 3.26.17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• THREE'S COMPANY - The Rangers have tallied three or more goals in each of the last two games, in seven of the last 10 games, and in 45 games this season. New York ranks fourth in the NHL in games with three or more goals in 2016-17.

• Rick Nash  tallied the first goal of the game, recorded two shots on goal, and posted a plus-two rating. Nash extended his goal/point streak to four games, and his four-game goal streak is tied for the longest any Ranger has posted in 2016-17 (Pavel Buchnevich - Nov. 5 - Nov. 12; Kevin Hayes - Nov. 1 - Nov. 6). He ranks third on the Rangers in goals this season (22).
• Derek Stepan  registered a goal and recorded three shots on goal in the contest. Stepan has tallied a goal in each of the last two games, and he extended his point streak to three games (two goals, one assist). He has recorded seven points (three goals, four assists) in the last nine games.
• Brady Skjei recorded a goal, tied for the team-high with four shots on goal, and was credited with two blocked shots in 20:58 of ice time. Skjei, who celebrated his 23rd birthday today, is the first Ranger who has tallied a goal on his birthday in a regular season game since Derek Dorsett on Dec. 20, 2013 against the Islanders (including playoffs, the last Ranger to tally a goal on his birthday was Brad Richards in Game 1 of the Second Round against Pittsburgh in 2014 - May 2, 2014). Skjei has notched three points (two goals, one assist) in the last five games and 18 points (four goals, 14 assists) in the last 31 contests.
• Mika Zibanejad  notched two assists, won 11 of 19 faceoffs (57.9%), and registered two shots on goal in the contest. He has posted a multi-assist/point game in each of the last two contests (four assists over the span). In addition, Zibanejad extended his assist/point streak to three games (five assists), and he has tallied nine points (three goals, six assists) over the last 11 games.
• Mats Zuccarello registered his 40th assist of the season in tonight's contest, tying his career-high (he also tallied 40 in 2013-14). He is one of five Rangers who have posted at least two 40-assist seasons since 2005-06 (along with Jaromir Jagr, Michael Nylander, Martin Straka, and Scott Gomez). Zuccarello extended his point streak to three games (one goal, three assists), and he has recorded a point in seven of the last eight games (three goals, six assists over the span). Zuccarello has registered 27 points (seven goals, 20 assists) in 27 games against Western Conference opponents this season, including 13 points (four goals, nine assists) in 13 games against Pacific Division opponents in 2016-17.
• Chris Kreider recorded an assist and tied for the team-high with four shots on goal. Kreider's assist in the first period was his 50th point of the 2016-17 season, and he has reached the 50-point plateau for the first time in his NHL career. In addition to adding to his career-high in points, Kreider registered his 24th assist of the 2016-17 season, and he is now one assist away from tying his career-high (25; 2014-15).
• Jimmy Vesey  notched an assist, was credited with three hits, and posted a plus-one rating. Vesey has posted a plus-one rating in each of the last five games (plus-five rating over the span), and he has also recorded two points (one goal, one assist) in the five games.
• Marc Staal  recorded an assist and was credited with one blocked shot in 18:40 of ice time.

- New York Rangers

Rangers at Bruins 3.2.17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• WINNING WAYS - The Rangers' 41 wins in 2016-17 are tied for the fourth-most the team has earned through the first 64 games of one season in franchise history. The only seasons in which the Blueshirts earned more than 41 wins through the first 64 games of a season were 1971-72 (43), 1972-73 (42), and 2011-12 (42). As of the conclusion of tonight's game, the Rangers are tied for second in the NHL in wins this season. The Blueshirts have won 10 of their last 14 games (10-3-1), as well as 13 of their last 19 contests (13-5-1).

• ROAD WARRIORS - New York leads the NHL in road wins this season (22) and also leads the NHL in road wins since the start of the 2013-14 season (94). The Blueshirts have won 11 of their last 13 road games (11-2-0). The Rangers have also earned a win in 21 of their last 27 road contests (21-6-0), including 15 of their last 18 road games (15-3-0).
• BOUNCE BACK - Since Dec. 22, 2015, the Rangers have posted a 34-9-1 record in the game following a loss (regulation or overtime/shootout). New York has posted a 17-5-1 record in games following a loss in 2016-17.
• SWEET 16 - Three Rangers rookies have registered 16 or more points this season (Brady Skjei, Jimmy Vesey, and Pavel Buchnevich). Prior to this season, the last time three Rangers rookies tallied at least 16 points in the same season was 2005-06 (Petr Prucha, Fedor Tyutin, and Dominic Moore).
• SOMETHIN' BRUIN - The Rangers won all three games against the Bruins in 2016-17, sweeping a season series against Boston for the first time since 2006-07. The Rangers have played more regular season games (643) and have earned more regular season wins (255) against Boston than against any other opponent in their 90-season history. Since Mar. 24, 2007, 25 of the 36 meetings between the Rangers and Bruins have been decided by one goal.
• ON POINT - A Rangers defenseman tallied an assist on each of the Rangers' two goals in tonight's game. Blueshirts defensemen have tallied 21 points (seven goals, 14 assists) over the last 10 games.
• ONE AND WON - Since Jan. 7, 14 of the Rangers' 23 games have been decided by one goal. The Rangers have earned at least one point in each of the last 11 games they have played which were decided by one goal, dating back to Jan. 22 (10-0-1). The Blueshirts have posted a 19-7-2 record in one-goal games this season and rank second in the NHL in winning percentage in one-goal games in 2016-17 (.679).
• TWO GOOD - The Rangers have allowed two goals or fewer in regulation in 12 of the last 19 games and in 38 games this season. The Blueshirts have posted a 32-4-2 record in those 38 contests in 2016-17.
• THIRD PERIOD TALLIES - The Rangers recorded two goals in the third period of tonight's game. The Blueshirts lead the NHL in third period goals this season (86) and the Rangers' 86 third period goals are the most a team has recorded in any period thus far in 2016-17.
• STAYING DISCIPLINED - New York was assessed two penalties in tonight's game. The Rangers have been shorthanded three times or fewer in each of the last eight games and in 19 of the last 21 contests.
• KILL ZONE - The Rangers were 2-for-2 (4:00) on the penalty kill in tonight's contest. The Blueshirts have posted a 29-7-0 record in games which they have not allowed a power play goal in 2016-17.

Three Stars on Broadway

• - Henrik Lundqvist made 32 saves to earn his 29th win of the season and his 403rd career NHL win. By earning a win in tonight's contest, Lundqvist tied Grant Fuhr for 10th place on the NHL's all-time wins list. In addition, Lundqvist tied Martin Brodeur for the most wins by a goaltender in his first 12 seasons in league history. Lundqvist appeared in his 734th career game with the Rangers in tonight's contest, tying Terry Sawchuk for the third-most appearances a goaltender has made with one franchise in NHL history. The only goaltenders who have appeared in more games with one franchise than Lundqvist has with the Rangers are Martin Brodeur (1,259 with New Jersey) and Tony Esposito (873 with Chicago). Lundqvist has posted an 11-4-1 record, along with a 2.17 GAA, a .931 SV%, and 1 SO in his last 17 appearances. In addition, he has made at least 30 saves in 17 games this season; he has posted a 15-2-0 record, along with a 1.86 GAA, a .948 SV%, and 1 SO in those contests.
• Ryan McDonagh tied for the game-high with three blocked shots, tied for the team-high with four shots on goal, and was credited with four hits while skating in a game-high, 27:16 of ice time in tonight's contest. Since Oct. 16, 2014, the Rangers have posted a 31-7-4 record in games which McDonagh has logged at least 25:00 of ice time.
• Pavel Buchnevich registered the first goal of the game, drew two penalties, and posted a plus-one rating in 15:13 of ice time. He recorded a goal in each of his two games against the Bruins this season, and he has tallied four of his seven goals in 2016-17 on the road.

Blueshirt Breakdown

• Oscar Lindberg tallied the game-winning goal, drew a penalty, recorded two shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating in tonight's contest. He has registered a goal/point in three of the last six games (three goals), and he has recorded six points (four goals, two assists) in the last 12 games.
• Brady Skjei recorded an assist and posted a plus-one rating in 18:34 of ice time. Skjei has registered 28 assists in 2016-17, which are tied for the most a Rangers defenseman has notched in his rookie season since Brian Leetch established a franchise record for assists by a rookie with 48 in 1988-89 (Michael Del Zotto also recorded 28 assists in his rookie season in 2009-10). He has tallied 14 points (two goals, 12 assists) in the last 19 games, including 11 points (one goal, 10 assists) in the last 15 games and 10 points (one goal, nine assists) in the last 13 contests. As of the conclusion of tonight's game, Skjei ranks fourth among NHL defensemen in even strength assists this season (24).
• Nick Holden recorded an assist and tied for the team-high with five hits. He added to his career-high in assists (20) and points (29) this season, and he reached the 20-assist plateau for the first time in his NHL career. Holden leads the Rangers in hits this season (133).
• Rick Nash tallied an assist and posted a plus-one rating in tonight's contest. Nash has registered five points (two goals, three assists) in the last eight games and 12 points (five goals, seven assists) in the last 21 contests.
• Matt Puempel notched an assist, recorded one shot on goal, and posted a plus-one rating in tonight's game. He has registered six of his eight points in 2016-17 on the road.
• Brendan Smith was credited with two blocked shots and recorded one hit in 20:51 of ice time while making his Rangers debut in tonight's contest. Smith has logged at least 20:00 of ice time in each of his last four games and in six of the last eight contests he has played.
• Marc Staal skated in his 672nd career game as a Ranger in tonight's contest, passing James Patrick for sole possession of 14th place on the franchise's all-time games played list. In addition, Staal passed Patrick for sixth among defensemen in career games played with the Rangers. The only defensemen who have skated in more career games with the Blueshirts than Staal are Harry Howell, Brian Leetch, Ron Greschner, Jim Neilson, and Dan Girardi.

Rangers vs. Blue Jackets 2.26.17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• SHOOTING GALLERY - The Rangers recorded 30 shots on goal in tonight's game, and 13 of 18 skaters registered at least one shot on goal in the contest. The Blueshirts have registered at least 30 shots on goal in each of the last five games, in 11 of the last 14 contests, and in 16 of the last 21 games. In addition, New York has registered exactly 30 shots on goal in each of its last five home games.

• THIRD PERIOD TALLIES - The Blueshirts registered one goal in the third period of tonight's game and lead the NHL in third period goals in 2016-17 (84). As of the conclusion of tonight's game, the Rangers' 84 goals in the third period are the most a team has registered in any period thus far this season.
• STAYING DISCIPLINED - The Blueshirts were shorthanded twice in tonight's contest. The Rangers have been shorthanded three times or fewer in each of the last six games and in 17 of the last 19 contests.
• Rick Nash tallied a goal, recorded four shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating. Nash has recorded a point in four of the last six games (two goals, two assists) and has registered 11 points (five goals, six assists) in the last 19 games.
• Jesper Fast registered a goal and was credited with two hits in 12:35 of ice time. He has tallied a point in each of the last two games (one goal, one assist) and in three of the last four contests (one goal, two assists over the span).
• Jimmy Vesey recorded an assist, was credited with two blocked shots, and posted a plus-one rating. Vesey has notched a point in four of the last seven contests (two goals, two assists) and has registered two assists/points in the last four games.
• Derek Stepan notched an assist, won 12 of 20 faceoffs (60.0%), registered three shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating. Stepan has registered 18 points (seven goals, 11 assists) in 18 career games against the Blue Jackets. He is tied for second on the Rangers in assists (31) and is tied for third in points (43) this season.
• Oscar Lindberg tallied an assist and won 11 of 18 faceoffs (61.1%). He has registered a point in each of the last two games (one goal, one assist) and has recorded six points (three goals, three assists) in the last 10 contests.
• Marc Staal recorded an assist in 19:00 of ice time in tonight's contest.
• Brandon Pirri tied for the game-high with five shots on goal, recorded two hits, and registered two blocked shots.

- New York Rangers

Rangers at Devils 2.25:17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• WINNING WAYS - The Rangers' 40 wins in 2016-17 are tied for the most the team has earned through the first 61 games of one season in franchise history. The Blueshirts have earned 40 wins through the first 61 games of a season four times in franchise history (1971-72, 1972-73, 2011-12, 2016-17). The Rangers rank second in the NHL in wins this season. The Blueshirts have won nine of their last 11 games (9-1-1), as well as 12 of their last 16 contests (12-3-1).

• 40/40 CLUB - The Rangers earned their 40th win of the 2016-17 season in tonight's contest. The Blueshirts have registered at least 40 wins in each of the last four seasons (since 2013-14) and in six of the last seven seasons (since 2010-11; Note: the only season when the Blueshirts did not record at least 40 wins during this stretch was the 2012-13 season, which was 48 games in length). In addition, the Rangers have earned 40 or more wins in 10 of the last 12 seasons (since 2005-06). Entering 2016-17, the Rangers were one of five NHL teams that recorded at least 40 wins in nine or more seasons during an 11-season stretch from 2005-06 - 2015-16. The Blueshirts are the second team to reach the 40-win plateau in 2016-17.
• ROAD WARRIORS - New York leads the NHL in road wins this season (21) and also leads the NHL in road wins since the start of the 2013-14 season (93). The Blueshirts have won 10 of their last 12 road games (10-2-0). The Rangers have also earned a win in 20 of their last 26 road contests (20-6-0), including 14 of their last 17 road games (14-3-0). The Blueshirts' 21 road wins in 2016-17 are tied for the eighth-most the team has registered in one season in franchise history.
• WORKING OVERTIME - The Rangers played three consecutive games which were decided in either overtime or a shootout for the first time since Nov. 1, 2014 vs. Winnipeg - Nov. 5, 2014 vs. Detroit. The Blueshirts have posted a 7-2 record in games decided in overtime this season, including a 4-0 record in games decided in the five-minute overtime period in 2016-17.
• ON POINT - Rangers defensemen registered four points (one goal, three assists) in tonight's game and a Rangers defenseman notched a point on every goal the team recorded in the contest. Blueshirts defensemen have tallied 16 points (six goals, 10 assists) over the last seven contests. In addition, one Rangers defenseman has recorded a goal in five of the seven contests (Klein - Feb. 11 vs. Colorado; Girardi - Feb. 13 at Columbus; Holden - Feb. 16 at NY Islanders; McDonagh - Feb. 19 vs. Washington; Clendening - tonight at New Jersey).
• FOUR SCORE - New York has tallied four or more goals in 29 games this season. The Rangers are tied for second in the NHL in games with four or more goals in 2016-17.
• ONE AND WON - Since Jan. 7, 13 of the Rangers' 20 games have been decided by one goal. The Rangers have earned at least one point in each of the last 10 games they have played which were decided by one goal, dating back to Jan. 22 at Detroit (9-0-1 record). The Blueshirts have posted an 18-7-2 record in one-goal games this season, and as of the conclusion of tonight's game, are tied for the NHL lead in winning percentage in one-goal games in 2016-17 (.667).
• SHOOTING GALLERY - The Rangers recorded 40 shots on goal in tonight's game, including 17 shots on goal in the second period, and 16 of 18 skaters registered at least one shot on goal in the contest. The Blueshirts have registered at least 30 shots on goal in each of the last four games, in 10 of the last 13 contests, and in 15 of the last 20 games. In addition, the Rangers have recorded 40 or more shots on goal in four contests in 2016-17.
• FABULOUS FEBRUARY - The Rangers have posted a 29-6-4 record in 39 games in February since the start of the 2014-15 season, including a 9-1-1 record in games in February this season.
• THIRD PERIOD TALLIES - The Blueshirts registered a goal in the third period of tonight's game and lead the NHL in third period goals in 2016-17 (83). As of the conclusion of tonight's game, the Rangers' 83 goals in the third period are the most a team has registered in any period thus far this season.
• STAYING DISCIPLINED - The Blueshirts took two penalties in tonight's contest. The Rangers have been shorthanded three times or fewer in each of the last five games and in 16 of the last 18 contests.
• WINNING ON THE WEEKEND - New York has posted an 18-3-1 record in weekend games this season, including a 9-2-0 record in games played on a Saturday.
• RUNNING WITH THE DEVIL - The Rangers have earned at least one point in 15 of their last 19 games against the Devils, dating back to Mar. 19, 2013 (13-4-2 record). New York has also earned at least one point in 12 of its last 14 contests against New Jersey, dating back to Dec. 7, 2013 (10-2-2 record).
• HOT AT THE DOT - The Rangers won 27 of 50 faceoffs in tonight's contest (54.0%).
• TAKING THE METRO - Following tonight's game, nine of the Rangers' final 21 regular season contests in 2016-17 are against Metropolitan Division teams.

Three Stars on Broadway

• Mika Zibanejad tallied two points (one goal, one assist), including the game-winning goal in overtime, tied a single-game career-high with a plus-three rating, and recorded two shots on goal. His goal was his first career overtime goal in the NHL. Zibanejad also registered the game-deciding goal in the shootout in the Rangers' last game on Feb. 23 at Toronto. He has recorded an assist/point in six of the last 12 games (one goal, six assists), and he has registered 11 points (three goals, eight assists) in 15 road games this season.
• Chris Kreider registered two points (one goal, one assist) and posted a plus-two rating. He added to his career-high in goals (23), and he has registered 21 points (14 goals, seven assists) in the last 26 games. Kreider has tallied five points (three goals, two assists) in the three games against New Jersey in 2016-17, and he has registered a goal/point in all three games against the Devils thus far in the season series.
• Antti Raanta made 36 saves, and stopped all 16 shots he faced in the first period, to earn his 12th win of the season. Raanta is one win away from tying his career-high (13 with Chicago in 2013-14). In 17 starts this season, Raanta has posted a 12-3-0 record, along with a 2.17 GAA, a .928 SV%, and 2 SO. Raanta has now made 30 or more saves in 20 games in his NHL career; he has posted a 17-2-1 record, along with a 2.00 GAA, a. 945 SV%, and 2 SO in those games.

Blueshirt Breakdown

• Adam Clendening registered a goal, established a single-game career-high with five shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating in 15:23 of ice time. He has recorded nine points (two goals, seven assists) in the last 19 games he has played, including six points (two goals, four assists) in his last 13 contests.
• Oscar Lindberg recorded a goal, won three of six faceoffs (50.0%), registered two shots on goal, and was credited with two hits. Lindberg has recorded five points (three goals, two assists) in the last nine games, and he has registered a goal/point in two of the last three games.
• Brady Skjei tallied an assist on the game-winning goal in overtime and posted a plus-two rating in 17:45 of ice time. Over the last 16 games (since Jan. 19), Skjei has recorded 12 points (one goal, 11 assists) and a plus-13 rating, and he is the only NHL player who has registered at least 12 points and a plus-12 rating over the span. In addition, he has registered nine assists/points in the last 12 games, including eight assists/points in the last 10 contests. As of the conclusion of tonight's game, Skjei ranks fourth among NHL defensemen in even strength assists this season (23), trailing only Brent Burns (25), Duncan Keith (24), and Erik Karlsson (24).
• Mats Zuccarello tallied an assist, tied for the game-high with six shots on goal, and posted a plus-three rating. Zuccarello leads the Rangers in assists (32) and ranks second on the team in points (44) this season. He has recorded 24 points (four goals, 20 assists) in the last 28 games, and he has registered a point in 19 of those games.
• Nick Holden registered an assist and recorded two shots on goal in 21:27 of ice time. Holden added to his career-highs in assists (19) and points (28) this season.
• Jesper Fast notched an assist and tied for the team-high with two blocked shots in 15:16 of ice time. He has notched an assist/point in two of the last three games.
• Dan Girardi notched an assist in 20:21 of ice time in tonight's contest. The Rangers' alternate captain has registered three points (one goal, two assists) in his last eight games.
• J.T. Miller won nine of 12 faceoffs (75.0%), registered two shots on goal, and was credited with two hits in the contest.

- New York Rangers

Rangers at Maple Leafs 2.23.17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• WINNING WAYS - The Rangers' 39 wins in 2016-17 are tied for the second-most the team has earned through the first 60 games of one season in franchise history. The Blueshirts have earned at least 39 wins through the first 60 games of a season five times in franchise history (1971-72, 1972-73, 1993-94, 2011-12, 2016-17), and the only season in which the Rangers earned more than 39 wins through the first 60 games was 1972-73 (40). The Rangers are tied for second in the NHL in wins this season. The Blueshirts have won eight of their last 10 games (8-1-1), as well as 11 of their last 15 contests (11-3-1).

• ROAD WARRIORS - New York leads the NHL in road wins this season (20) and also leads the NHL in road wins since the start of the 2013-14 season (92). The Blueshirts have won nine of their last 11 road games (9-2-0). The Rangers have also earned a win in 19 of their last 25 road contests (19-6-0), including 13 of their last 16 road games (13-3-0). The Blueshirts have earned at least 20 road wins in three of the last four seasons (since 2013-14), in six of the last eight seasons (since 2009-10), and in 13 seasons in franchise history.
• BOUNCE BACK - Since Dec. 22, 2015, the Rangers have posted a 33-8-1 record in the game following a loss (regulation or overtime/shootout). New York has posted a 16-4-1 record in games following a loss in 2016-17.
• GOALS GALORE - The Rangers became the second NHL team to record 200 goals thus far this season. The Blueshirts tallied at least 200 goals within their first 60 games of a season for the first time since 1996-97.
• TWO GOOD - The Rangers have allowed two goals or fewer in regulation in 11 of the last 15 games and in 37 of 60 games this season. The Blueshirts have posted a 31-4-2 record in those 37 contests in 2016-17.
• ONE AND WON - Since Jan. 7, 12 of the Rangers' 19 games have been decided by one goal. The Rangers have earned at least one point in each of the last nine games they have played which were decided by one goal, dating back to Jan. 22 at Detroit (8-0-1 record). The Blueshirts have posted a 17-7-2 record in one-goal games this season.
• HOT AT THE DOT - The Rangers established single-game season-highs with 43 faceoff wins and a 67.2% faceoff win percentage (43-for-64) in tonight's contest. In addition, the Rangers won 23 of 29 faceoffs in the offensive zone in tonight's game (79.3%). All six skaters who took at least one faceoff in tonight's game posted a 50.0% faceoff win percentage or better. The Blueshirts posted a 67.0% faceoff win percentage or better in a road game for the first time since Jan. 6, 2007 at Montreal.
• SHOOTING GALLERY - The Rangers recorded 38 shots on goal in tonight's game, and all 18 skaters registered at least one shot on goal in the contest. The Blueshirts have registered at least 30 shots on goal in each of the last three games, in nine of the last 12 contests, and in 14 of the last 19 games.
• COMEBACK KIDS - New York has now won five games this season when trailing entering the third period. The Rangers have posted a 15-11-1 record in games which they have allowed the first goal of the game this season. The Blueshirts are tied for the NHL lead in wins when allowing the first goal of the game in 2016-17 (tied with Pittsburgh and Philadelphia). In addition, the Rangers have posted a 9-7-0 record in games which they have trailed entering the second period this season.
• FABULOUS FEBRUARY - The Rangers have posted a 28-6-4 record in 38 games in February since the start of the 2014-15 season, including an 8-1-1 record in games in February this season.
• THIRD PERIOD TALLIES - The Blueshirts registered a goal in the third period of tonight's game and lead the NHL in third period goals in 2016-17 (82). As of the conclusion of tonight's game, the Rangers' 82 goals in the third period are the most a team has registered in any period thus far this season.
• KILL ZONE - New York was 3-for-3 (6:00) on the penalty kill in tonight's contest, recording four shots on goal and only allowing one shot on goal while shorthanded. The Rangers have not allowed a power play goal against in 10 of the last 15 contests.
• HITTING MACHINE - New York was credited with 31 hits in tonight's contest. The Rangers have registered at least 30 hits in six different games in 2016-17.

Three Stars on Broadway

• Henrik Lundqvist made 32 saves in regulation/overtime and stopped two of three shooters he faced in the shootout to earn his 28th win of the season and the 402nd win of his NHL career. By earning a win in tonight's game, Lundqvist passed Chris Osgood for sole possession of 11th place on the NHL's all-time wins list. In addition, Lundqvist is now one win away from tying Grant Fuhr for 10th place on the NHL's all-time wins list, and he is also one win away from tying Martin Brodeur for the most wins by a goaltender in his first 12 seasons in NHL history. In his last 14 appearances, Lundqvist has posted a 10-2-1 record, along with a 1.91 GAA, a .939 SV%, and 1 SO, and he has allowed two goals or fewer in 10 of those 14 appearances. Lundqvist has made at least 30 saves in six of his last nine appearances and in 15 contests this season. In those 15 contests, Lundqvist has posted a 14-1-0 record, along with a 1.78 GAA, a .950 SV%, and 1 SO.
• Mika Zibanejad recorded the game-deciding goal in the shootout, led all skaters with 13 faceoff wins (13-for-16; 81.3%), won eight of nine faceoffs in the offensive zone (88.9%), and registered three shots on goal in 18:30 of ice time. Zibanejad has tallied a goal on 14 of his 30 career shootout attempts in the NHL (46.7%) and has registered six game-deciding goals in the shootout.
• J.T. Miller registered a goal, won four of six faceoffs (66.7%), and posted a plus-one rating. He has recorded a point in 18 of the last 23 games, tallying 25 points (10 goals, 15 assists) over the span. Miller registered his 47th point of the season, adding to his career-high, and he leads the Rangers in points in 2016-17. Miller has notched a point in 30 of the Rangers' 39 wins this season, and New York has posted a 30-5-0 record in games which he has tallied a point in 2016-17. In addition, Miller leads the Rangers in games with a point this season (35).

Blueshirt Breakdown

• Mats Zuccarello recorded a shootout goal for the second consecutive game, and he registered two shots on goal in 21:23 of ice time. Zuccarello is tied for second in the NHL in shootout goals this season (four), and he is the Rangers' all-time leader in shootout goals (19).
• Kevin Hayes tallied an assist and won seven of 12 faceoffs (58.3%) in 16:04 of ice time. Hayes has registered eight points (two goals, six assists) in eight games since returning to the Rangers' lineup following an injury, and he has also recorded 20 points (four goals, 16 assists) in his last 19 games, dating back to Dec. 27 vs. Ottawa. Thus far in Hayes' NHL career, 101 of his 124 points have either been a goal or the primary assist on goal. The Rangers have posted a 27-2-0 record in games which Hayes has registered a point in 2016-17.
• Brandon Pirri recorded an assist and registered three shots on goal. Pirri, a native of Toronto, Ontario, has tallied 10 points (six goals, four assists) in eight career games against the Maple Leafs, including six points (three goals, three assists) in four career games in Toronto.
• - Oscar Lindberg won nine of 11 faceoffs (81.8%) and recorded three shots on goal in tonight's contest.
• Rick Nash tied for the game-high with six shots on goal, was credited with two takeaways, and posted a plus-one rating in 17:06 of ice time.

- New York Rangers

Rangers vs. Canadiens 2.21.17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• POINT TAKEN - The Rangers have earned at least one point in eight of their last nine games (7-1-1 record over the span), as well as in 11 of their last 14 contests (10-3-1 record over the span).
• HOME COOKING - The Blueshirts have earned at least one point in each of their last six home games, dating back to Feb. 5 vs. Calgary (5-0-1 record over the span).

• TWO GOOD - The Rangers have allowed two goals or fewer in regulation in 10 of the last 14 games and in 36 of 59 games this season. The Blueshirts have posted a 30-4-2 record in those 36 contests in 2016-17.
• ON POINT - Rangers defensemen registered two assists in tonight's game, and a defenseman notched a point on each of the team's two goals in the contest. Blueshirts defensemen have tallied 12 points (five goals, seven assists) over the last five games.
• SHOOTING GALLERY - The Rangers recorded 30 shots on goal in tonight's game, and 15 of 18 skaters registered at least one shot on goal in the contest. The Blueshirts have registered at least 30 shots on goal in eight of the last 11 contests and in 13 of the last 18 games.
• FULL HOUSE - Tonight's game was the Rangers' 217th consecutive regular season sellout and the Blueshirts' 258th consecutive sellout (regular season and playoffs combined). The Rangers' sellout streak dates back to Nov. 3, 2011.

Blueshirt Breakdown

• Rick Nash registered a goal, which was his 30th point of the 2016-17 season, tied for the game-high with five shots on goal, and was selected as the Second Star of tonight's contest. Nash has registered at least 30 points in each of his 14 NHL seasons. He extended his point streak to three games (one goal, two assists), and he has also recorded a point in four of the last five games (two goals, two assists).
• Henrik Lundqvist stopped 26 of 28 shots he faced in regulation/overtime in tonight's contest, including all 10 shots he faced in the third period and overtime. Lundqvist has allowed two goals or fewer in nine of his last 13 appearances, posting a 9-2-1 record, along with a 2.00 GAA, a .936 SV%, and 1 SO in those 13 contests. Lundqvist and another goalie who has won the Vezina Trophy have both started in the same regular season game 165 times during Lundqvist's career; Lundqvist has posted a 98-51-16 record, along with a 2.22 GAA, a .921 SV%, and 15 SO in those contests.
• Oscar Lindberg tallied a goal and posted a plus-one rating in tonight's game. He has tallied four points (two goals, two assists) in the last seven contests.
• Mats Zuccarello tallied a shootout goal and recorded two shots on goal while logging 20:07 of ice time in the contest. He is the Rangers' all-time leader in shootout goals (18) and has posted a 51.4% shooting percentage in the shootout in his NHL career (18-for-35). In addition, Zuccarello has recorded a goal on three of his four shootout attempts this season (75.0%), and he leads the Blueshirts in shootout goals in 2016-17 (three).
• Ryan McDonagh notched an assist, recorded three shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating while skating in a game-high 26:11 of ice time. The Rangers captain added to his career-high in assists (31), and as of the conclusion of tonight's game, he ranks fifth among NHL defensemen in primary assists this season (19). McDonagh has recorded six points (one goal, five assists) in the last nine games, and he leads Rangers defensemen in assists and points (34) in 2016-17. He has led the Rangers in ice time in 53 of 58 games he has played this season.
• Brady Skjei registered an assist, tied for the game-high with two takeaways, recorded two shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating in 19:06 of ice time. He has recorded 11 points (one goal, 10 assists) and a plus-10 rating over the last 14 games. Skjei has tallied eight assists/points in the last 10 games, including seven assists/points in the last eight contests. As of the conclusion of tonight's game, he ranks fourth among NHL defensemen in even strength assists in 2016-17 (22).
• Jesper Fast recorded an assist, was credited with four hits, registered two shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating in 10:53 of ice time. Fast is tied for fifth among Rangers forwards in even strength assists in 2016-17 (14), and he has tallied all of his 18 points this season at even strength (four goals, 14 assists).
• Jimmy Vesey tallied an assist in 15:15 of ice time in tonight's contest. He has registered a point in three of the last four games (two goals, one assist over the span).
• Marc Staal skated in his 667th career game with the Rangers in tonight's contest, passing Dean Prentice for sole possession of 15th place on the franchise's all-time games played list.

- New York Rangers

Rangers vs. Capitals 2.19.17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• WINNING WAYS - The Rangers' 38 wins in 2016-17 are tied for the most the team has earned through the first 58 games of one season in franchise history. The Blueshirts have earned at least 38 wins through the first 58 games of a season four times in franchise history (1972-73, 1993-94, 2011-12, 2016-17). As of the conclusion of today's game, the Rangers rank third in the NHL in wins this season and are the only NHL team that has earned at least 19 wins both at home and on the road in 2016-17. New York has won seven of its last eight games (7-1-0), as well as 10 of its last 13 games (10-3-0).

• BOUNCE BACK - Since Dec. 22, 2015, the Rangers have posted a 32-8-1 record in the game following a loss (regulation or overtime/shootout). New York has posted a 15-4-1 record in games following a loss in 2016-17.
• HOME COOKING - The Rangers extended their home winning streak to five games, dating back to Feb. 5 vs. Calgary. The Blueshirts have posted a home winning streak of five games or longer in length twice this season (Oct. 23 - Nov. 6; six games). Over their last 100 regular season games at Madison Square Garden (dating back to Nov. 23, 2014), the Rangers have posted a 65-28-7 record (.685 points percentage over the span). The Blueshirts have posted a 19-11-1 record in 31 home games in 2016-17.
• TWO GOOD - The Rangers have allowed two goals or fewer in regulation in nine of the last 13 games and in 35 of 58 games this season. The Blueshirts have posted a 30-4-1 record in those 35 contests in 2016-17.
• THIRD PERIOD TALLIES - The Rangers recorded a goal in the third period of today's game and lead the NHL in third period goals this season (81). The Blueshirts have posted a 13-3-1 record in games which are tied entering the third period in 2016-17.
• ONE AND WON - Ten of the Rangers' last 17 games have been decided by one goal, dating back to Jan. 7 at Columbus. The Rangers have won each of the last seven games they have played which were decided by one goal, dating back to Jan. 22 at Detroit. In addition, the Blueshirts have posted a 16-7-1 record in one-goal games this season. The Rangers have posted the best winning percentage in the NHL in one-goal games this season (.667).
• ON POINT - Rangers defensemen have tallied 10 points (five goals, five assists) over the last four games, and at least one Rangers defenseman has recorded a goal in each of the four contests (Klein - Feb. 11 vs. Colorado; Girardi - Feb. 13 at Columbus; Holden - Feb. 16 at NY Islanders; McDonagh - today vs. Washington).
• FABULOUS FEBRUARY - The Rangers have posted a 27-6-3 record in 36 games in February since the start of the 2014-15 season, including a 7-1-0 record in games in February this season.
• WINNING ON THE WEEKEND - New York has posted a 17-3-1 record in weekend games this season, including a 9-1-1 record in games played on a Sunday. In addition, the Rangers have posted a 5-0-0 record in afternoon games.
• SHOOTING GALLERY - The Rangers recorded 30 shots in today's game, including 19 shots on goal in the first period. The Blueshirts have registered at least 30 shots on goal in seven of the last 10 contests, as well as 12 of the last 17 games.

Three Stars on Broadway

• Henrik Lundqvist made 31 saves, and stopped all 11 shots he faced in the third period, to earn his 27th win of the season and the 401st win of his NHL career. By earning a win in today's game, Lundqvist tied Chris Osgood for 11th place on NHL's all-time wins list. In his last 12 appearances, Lundqvist has posted a 9-2-0 record, along with a 2.01 GAA, a .937 SV%, and 1 SO. Lundqvist has made 30 or more saves in 14 games this season; he has posted a 13-1-0 record, along with a 1.84 GAA, a .949 SV%, and 1 SO in those contests.
• Mats Zuccarello registered the game-winning goal, recorded two shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating in the contest. He has tallied 23 points (four goals, 19 assists) in the last 25 games.
• Ryan McDonagh tallied the first goal of the game, led all skaters with five blocked shots, tied for the game-high with four shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating while skating in a team-high 23:33 of ice time. He extended his point streak against the Capitals to six games (one goal, seven assists over the span) and he has registered a point in 13 of 18 games against Washington since the start of the 2012-13 season (one goal, 15 assists). McDonagh leads Rangers defensemen in points this season (33; three goals, 30 assists).

Blueshirt Breakdown

• Alain Vigneault earned his 182nd career win as the Rangers' Head Coach in today's game, passing Frank Boucher for sole possession of third place on the franchise's all-time wins list among head coaches. The only head coaches who have earned more wins with the Rangers than Vigneault has are Emile Francis and Lester Patrick.
• Chris Kreider tallied an assist on the game-winning goal while skating in his 300th career NHL game in today's contest. He has registered at least 40 points in each of the last three seasons (2014-15 - 2016-17).
• Derek Stepan recorded an assist and posted a plus-one rating. He has registered at least 30 assists in each of the last four seasons (2013-14 - 2016-17). Stepan and Mats Zuccarello are the first Rangers to tally 30 or more assists in at least four consecutive seasons since Brian Leetch.
• Rick Nash notched an assist and posted a plus-one rating. He has tallied a point in three of the last four games (one goal, two assists), including an assist in each of the last two contests. Nash has also registered nine points (three goals, six assists) in the last 15 games.
• Mika Zibanejad registered an assist on the game-winning goal, won eight of 13 faceoffs (61.5%), and posted a plus-one rating. He has tallied an assist/point in five of the last nine games.
• Marc Staal skated in his 666th career game with the Rangers in today's contest, tying Dean Prentice for 15th place on the franchise's all-time games played list. Including goaltenders, Staal is tied with Prentice and Mike Richter for the 17th-most all-time appearances as a Ranger.

- New York Rangers

Rangers at Islanders 2.16.17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• THIRD PERIOD TALLIES - The Rangers tallied one goal in the third period of tonight's game. The Blueshirts lead the NHL in third period goals in 2016-17 (80), and as of the conclusion of tonight's game, the Rangers are the only NHL team that has recorded at least 80 goals in any period thus far this season.

• ON POINT - Rangers defensemen tallied three points (one goal, two assists) in tonight's game and have registered nine points (four goals, five assists) over the last three games.
• KILL ZONE - The Blueshirts were 2-for-2 (4:00) on the penalty kill in the contest. The Rangers have not allowed a power play goal against in nine of the last 12 games, including each of the last three games.
• SHOOTING GALLERY - The Rangers registered 27 shots on goal in tonight's game, and 15 of 18 skaters recorded at least one shot on goal in the contest.
• BLOCK PARTY - The Blueshirts were credited with 20 blocked shots in tonight's contest, and five of the Rangers' six defensemen recorded at least two blocked shots.

Blueshirt Breakdown

• Brady Skjei tied single-game career-highs with two assists and two points, was credited with three blocked shots, and recorded two shots on goal in 20:39 of ice time. He has tallied 10 points (one goal, nine assists) in the last 12 games, seven assists/points in the last eight games, and six assists/points in the last six games. Skjei is one of three Rangers defensemen who have tallied at least 25 assists in their rookie season since 1988-89 (Brian Leetch - 1988-89; Michael Del Zotto - 2009-10). Skjei has logged at least 20:00 of ice time in three games this season.
• Jimmy Vesey tallied a power play goal and led all skaters with four shots on goal in 16:12 of ice time. Vesey has registered a goal in each of the last two games, and he is tied for the team lead in power play goals this season (five). As of the conclusion of tonight's contest, Vesey ranks sixth among NHL rookies in goals in 2016-17 (14), and he also ranks third among NHL rookies in power play goals this season.
• Nick Holden notched the first goal of the game, recorded two shots on goal, registered two hits, and was credited with two blocked shots in 20:12 of ice time. He added to his career-high in points (27) and he is one goal away from tying his career-high of 10 (established in 2013-14 with Colorado). Holden leads Rangers defensemen in goals (nine) and even strength goals (seven) this season. He has recorded 11 points (five goals, six assists) in the last 21 games, as well as 15 points (six goals, nine assists) in the last 29 contests.
• Mats Zuccarello tallied an assist in 18:12 of ice time. Zuccarello leads the Rangers in assists this season (31), and he has registered 22 points (three goals, 19 assists) in the last 24 games.
• Rick Nash notched an assist and recorded three shots on goal in 17:02 of ice time. He has tallied eight points (three goals, five assists) in the last 14 contests, and he has registered a point in two of the last three contests (one goal, one assist).
• Derek Stepan won 12 of 17 faceoffs (70.6%) and registered two shots on goal in the contest.
• Ryan McDonagh led all skaters with six blocked shots while skating in a game-high 25:42 of ice time. McDonagh has led the Rangers in ice time in 51 of 56 games he has played in 2016-17.

- New York Rangers

Rangers at Blue Jackets 2.13.17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• WINNING WAYS - The Rangers' 37 wins in 2016-17 are tied for the second-most the team has earned through the first 56 games of one season in franchise history. The Blueshirts have earned at least 37 wins through the first 56 games of a season four times in franchise history (1972-73, 1993-94, 2011-12, 2016-17), and the only season in which the team earned more than 37 wins through the first 56 games was 1972-73 (38). The Rangers extended their winning streak to six games, which is their longest winning streak of the season. In addition, New York has won nine of its last 11 games (9-2-0). The Rangers are tied for second in the NHL in wins this season. 

• ROAD WARRIORS - New York leads the NHL in road wins this season (19) and also leads the NHL in road wins since the start of the 2013-14 season (91). The Rangers have earned 19 wins within their first 26 road games of one season for the first time in franchise history. In addition, the Rangers' 91 road wins since the start of the 2013-14 season are the most road wins the team has earned in any four-season span in franchise history. The Rangers have won eight of their last nine road games (8-1-0). The Blueshirts have also earned a win in 18 of their last 23 road contests (18-5-0), including 12 of their last 14 road games (12-2-0). New York has won each of its last four road contests, allowing five goals over the span.
• THREE'S COMPANY - The Michael Grabner-Kevin Hayes-J.T. Miller registered three points (one goal, two assists) in tonight's contest. The trio has recorded 17 points (seven goals, 10 assists) in four games since Hayes returned to the lineup, and a member of the line has registered seven of the Rangers' 15 goals over the span.
• GOALS GALORE - The Rangers have tallied at least three goals in each of the last five games, in six of the last seven games, and in 37 of 56 games in 2016-17.
• TWO GOOD - The Rangers have allowed two goals or fewer in regulation in eight of the last 11 games and in 34 of 56 games this season. The Blueshirts have posted a 29-4-1 record in those 34 contests in 2016-17.
• FABULOUS FEBRUARY - The Blueshirts have posted a 26-5-3 record in 34 games in February since the start of the 2014-15 season, including a 6-0-0 record in games in February this season.
• SPECIAL TEAMS - New York outscored Columbus, 1-0, on special teams in tonight's contest. The Rangers have outscored their opponent on special teams in 21 games this season and have posted a 17-4-0 record in those contests. In addition, the Blueshirts have posted a 31-8-0 record in games which they either outscored or tied their opponent on special teams in 2016-17.
• KILL ZONE - New York was 4-for-4 (6:45) on the penalty kill and tallied a shorthanded goal in the contest. The Rangers are tied for the NHL lead - and lead the Eastern Conference - in shorthanded goals this season (eight).
• ONE AND WON - Nine of the Rangers' last 15 games have been decided by one goal, dating back to Jan. 7 at Columbus. The Rangers have won each of the last six games they have played which were decided by one goal, dating back to Jan. 22 at Detroit. In addition, the Blueshirts have posted a 15-7-1 record in one-goal games this season.
• DOWN, BUT NOT OUT - New York has posted a 14-11-0 record in games which the opponent has tallied the first goal in 2016-17. The Rangers' 14 wins when allowing the first goal of the game rank third in the NHL this season.
• THIRD PERIOD TALLIES - The Blueshirts registered two goals in the third period of tonight's game. The Rangers lead the NHL in third period goals in 2016-17 (79). The Rangers' 79 third period goals are the most a team has registered in any period thus far this season.

Three Stars on Broadway

• Jimmy Vesey recorded the game-winning goal, tied for the game-high with two hits, registered two shots on goal, and posted a plus-one rating. He is tied for second among NHL rookies in game-winning goals this season (four), and he also ranks second on the Rangers in game-winning goals in 2016-17. He is the first Ranger who has registered four game-winning goals in his rookie season since Nigel Dawes in 2007-08. In addition, Vesey has tallied each of his last two goals against the Blue Jackets.
• Antti Raanta stopped 30 of 32 shots he faced, including 24 of 25 shots he faced over the final two periods, to earn his 11th win of the season. Raanta also recorded 11 wins in his first season with the Rangers in 2015-16. Raanta has posted an 11-3-0 record, along with a 2.11 GAA, a .928 SV%, and 2 SO in 16 starts this season, and he has allowed two goals or fewer in 12 of the 16 starts. In addition, he has made at least 30 saves in 19 games in his NHL career; he has posted a 16-2-1 record, along with a 1.95 GAA, a .946 SV%, and 2 SO in those 19 appearances.
• Kevin Hayes tallied two points (one goal, one assist), including a shorthanded assist, tied for the team-high with four shots on goal, and won six of 11 faceoffs (54.5%) in 18:41 of ice time. He leads the NHL in shorthanded assists (five) and shorthanded points (six) this season. He is the first Ranger who has recorded at least five shorthanded assists in one season since Mark Messier in 1996-97 (six), and he is the first Blueshirt who has recorded at least six shorthanded points in one season since Brandon Prust in 2010-11 (seven). Hayes extended his point streak to four games (two goals, five assists over the span). In addition, he is one assist, two goals, and three points away from tying his career-high in each category. The Rangers have posted a 26-2-0 record in games which Hayes has recorded a point this season, including a 13-0-0 record in games which he has tallied a goal in 2016-17.

Blueshirt Breakdown

• Alain Vigneault earned his 181st career win as the Rangers' Head Coach in tonight's contest, tying Frank Boucher for third place on the franchise's all-time wins list among head coaches. The only head coaches who have earned more wins with the Rangers than Vigneault are Emile Francis and Lester Patrick. Since Vigneault became the Rangers' Head Coach prior to the start of the 2013-14 season, the Rangers are tied for the NHL lead - and lead the Eastern Conference - in wins.
• Dan Girardi registered a shorthanded goal, tied for the team-high with three blocked shots, and recorded two shots on goal in 16:22 of ice time. He is the first Rangers defenseman who has tallied a shorthanded goal since Ryan McDonagh on Mar. 7, 2014 at Carolina. Girardi ranks second among Rangers defensemen in goals this season (four), and he has tallied a point in two of his last three games (one goal, one assist).
• J.T. Miller recorded an assist and won three of six faceoffs (50.0%) in 19:23 of ice time. He recorded his first career shorthanded assist in tonight's game, and he ranks fourth in the NHL in shorthanded points this season (four; three goals, one assist). Miller extended his point streak to seven games, tying his career-high (two goals, nine assists over the span). He has also registered a point in 17 of the last 19 games, recording 24 points (nine goals, 15 assists) in those contests. Miller has established career-highs in assists (28) and points (46) this season, and he leads the Rangers in points in 2016-17. Miller has tallied a point in 29 of the Rangers' 37 wins this season, and the Blueshirts have posted a 29-5-0 record in games which he has recorded a point in 2016-17.
• Derek Stepan tallied an assist on the game-winning goal and posted a plus-one rating in 20:18 of ice time. Stepan leads the Rangers in primary assists this season (21). He has notched an assist/point in each of the last two games (two assists) and has recorded 20 points (seven goals, 13 assists) in the last 23 contests.
• Nick Holden recorded an assist on the game-winning goal while skating in a team-high 23:56 of ice time. He is tied for first among Rangers defensemen in even strength points this season (22). In addition, Holden has recorded 12 points (four goals, eight assists) in the last 24 games, including 10 points (four goals, six assists) in the last 20 games.
• Jesper Fast was credited with two blocked shots while skating in his 200th career NHL game.

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Rangers vs. Avalanche 2.11.17: Postgame Notes

Team Notes

• WINNING WAYS - The Rangers' 36 wins in 2016-17 are tied for the third-most the team has earned through the first 55 games of one season in franchise history. The Blueshirts have earned at least 36 wins through the first 55 games of a season four times in franchise history (1972-73, 1993-94, 2011-12, 2016-17), and the only seasons in which the team earned more than 36 wins through the first 55 games were 1972-73 (38) and 2011-12 (37). The Rangers extended their winning streak to five games, which is tied for their longest winning streak of the season (the Blueshirts also posted a five-game winning streak from Oct. 30 - Nov. 6). In addition, New York has won eight of its last 10 games (8-2-0). The Rangers are one of two NHL teams that have earned 18 wins both at home and on the road this season (along with Minnesota) and are the only Eastern Conference team that has accomplished the feat thus far in 2016-17.

• HOME COOKING - The Rangers swept their season-long, four-game homestand. Prior to sweeping this homestand, the last time the Rangers won four consecutive home games which were part of the same homestand was from Oct. 31 - Nov. 6, 2011.
• FOUR SCORE - New York tallied four goals in each game during their four-game homestand. The Rangers have registered four goals in five of their last six contests.
• HOW THE WEST WAS WON - New York has posted a 19-5-0 record against teams in the Western Conference this season. The Rangers lead all Eastern Conference teams in wins against Western Conference opponents in 2016-17.
• FABULOUS FEBRUARY - The Blueshirts have posted a 25-5-3 record in 33 games in February since the start of the 2014-15 season, including a 5-0-0 record in games in February this season.
• THIRD PERIOD TALLIES - The Blueshirts recorded three goals in the third period of tonight's game and lead the NHL in third period goals this season (77).
• SATURDAY NIGHT IS ALRIGHT FOR WINNING - New York has posted an 8-2-0 record in games played on a Saturday this season. In addition, the Blueshirts have registered a 16-3-1 record in games played on the weekend in 2016-17.
• FULL HOUSE - Tonight's game was the Rangers' 215th consecutive regular season sellout and the Blueshirts' 256th consecutive sellout (regular season and playoffs combined). The Rangers' sellout streak dates back to Nov. 3, 2011.

Three Stars on Broadway

• Henrik Lundqvist made 32 saves, and stopped all 17 shots he faced in the third period, to earn his 400th career NHL win. Lundqvist is the 12th goaltender in NHL history who has earned at least 400 career wins, and he is the first goaltender in franchise history who has earned 400 career wins with the Rangers. Lundqvist earned his 400th career NHL win in his 727th career NHL appearance, and according to the Elias Sports Bureau, Lundqvist is the fastest goaltender to earn 400 career wins in NHL history (Martin Brodeur was previously the fastest goaltender to reach 400 career wins, accomplishing the feat in his 735th career NHL appearance). Also according to the Elias Sports Bureau, Lundqvist is the third-youngest goaltender to reach the 400-win plateau, and the only two goaltenders who were younger than Lundqvist when they earned their 400th career NHL win were Brodeur and Patrick Roy (both goaltenders have held the NHL's all-time wins record at some point in their careers). Lundqvist is the third goaltender in NHL history who has earned at least 400 career wins with one franchise (Brodeur - New Jersey; Tony Esposito - Chicago), and he is the second goaltender in NHL history to earn all of his first 400 career wins with one franchise (Brodeur - New Jersey). Lundqvist, who has also registered 61 shutouts in his career, is one of nine goaltenders in NHL history who have earned at least 400 career wins and 60 career shutouts (along with Brodeur, Roy, Esposito, Terry Sawchuk, Jacques Plante, Glenn Hall, Ed Belfour, and Roberto Luongo). Lundqvist, who became the all-time wins leader by a European-born goaltender on Dec. 31, 2016 at Colorado, is now the first European-born goaltender who has earned at least 400 career wins in NHL history. Lundqvist has earned 225 of his 400 career NHL wins at Madison Square Garden, and he has earned more wins at either the current Madison Square Garden or MSG III (the 'Old Garden') than any other goaltender in NHL history.
• Kevin Klein tied single-game career-highs with two goals, two points, and a plus-three rating, led all skaters with five hits, and tied for the game-high with four shots on goal. Klein posted a multi-goal game for the second time in his NHL career (the first was on Mar. 16, 2016 at Anaheim).
• Oscar Lindberg established a single-game career-high with two assists, tied a single-game career-high with two points, and posted a plus-two rating. Lindberg has registered three points (one goal, two assists) in the last three games, and he has tallied a point in each of his four career games against the Avalanche (two goals, three assists).

Blueshirt Breakdown

• Rick Nash registered the game-winning goal and recorded three shots on goal. He has notched seven points (three goals, four assists) in the last 12 games.
• Kevin Hayes recorded an empty-net goal and led all skaters with 14 faceoffs wins (14-for-25; 56.0%) in 19:01 of ice time. Hayes has tallied a point in all three games he has played since returning from an injury (one goal, four assists).
• Derek Stepan tallied an assist, which was his 40th point of the 2016-17 season, and won six of 10 faceoffs (60.0%). Stepan is the second Ranger in franchise history who has tallied at least 40 points in each of his first seven NHL seasons (playing all seven seasons with the Rangers), joining Steve Vickers as the only players to accomplish the feat (Vickers recorded at least 40 points in each of his first nine NHL seasons from 1972-73 - 1980-81). Stepan is the first Ranger who has tallied at least 40 points in seven consecutive seasons (at any point in his career) since James Patrick (1985-86 - 1991-92) and the first Rangers forward to accomplish the feat since Steve Vickers (nine seasons; 1972-73 - 1980-81). In addition, Stepan is one of six Rangers in franchise history who have tallied 40 or more points in at least seven consecutive seasons (Rod Gilbert, Andy Bathgate, Jean Ratelle, Steve Vickers, and James Patrick).
• Ryan McDonagh notched an assist in 22:29 of ice time. The Rangers captain recorded his 30th assist of the 2016-17 season, establishing a career-high. McDonagh leads Rangers defensemen in assists and points (32) this season.
• Brady Skjei recorded an assist and posted a plus-two rating. He is the first Rangers defenseman who has tallied at least 20 even strength assists in his rookie season since Brian Leetch in 1988-89. Skjei has registered four assists/points in the last four games, five assists/points in the last six games, and eight points (one goal, seven assists) in the last 10 contests.
• Jesper Fast tallied an assist and posted a plus-two rating. He has registered 13 points (four goals, nine assists) in 23 games against Western Conference opponents in 2016-17.
• J.T. Miller notched an assist and led all skaters with four takeaways. Miller extended his point streak to six games (two goals, eight assists), and he has registered a point in 16 of the team's last 18 games (nine goals, 14 assists).
• Michael Grabner recorded an assist and posted a plus-one rating. Grabner extended his point streak to four games (four goals, two assists), and 34 of his 36 points this season have either been a goal or the primary assist on a goal.

- New York Rangers