3-1

This time, the score tells the whole story. 7-2 Penguins.

The Rangers played well for the first 10 minutes or so and then it went south. An early goal by Lafreniere got things off to a bright start and then halfway through the period, the Penguins scored on a power play. Again, the Rangers’ special teams failed to deliver.

In the second period, it all fell apart. Four goals, or 5. I can’t remember, my brain is currently blocking this game from my memory. Terrific time to have the worst game of the season. Deflections all over the place, turnovers like that’s a good thing you want to happen.

Straight up Pittsburgh has figured out the Rangers’ system and knows how to exploit it. It was basically 40 minutes of being overwhelmed. Fox without his linemate Lindgren is an obvious defensive hole. Goodrow is needed for face-offs and general playmaking. The first line was completely dead and now Pittsburgh is getting points from every line. A complete refocus and effort with the fundamentals of hockey from the entire team is necessary or the Rangers’ season is over tomorrow night.