The New York Rangers are playing much better team hockey this year, even with key players out of the lineup at various times. The Blueshirts are 6-2-2 in their last ten games. With 43 games played their record is 25-15-3, 53 points, 3rd place in the Atlantic Division and 6th place in the Eastern Conference, only 3 points behind the 4th place Penguins. The Rangers have not had the services of Vinny Prospal all season. The Rangers are also missing Ryan Callahan, Erik Christensen and Derek Boogaard. Even missing the Boogie Man the team has rallied together and not let anybody push them around, especially in front of goaltender Henrik Lundqvist. Rookie defenseman Michael Sauer has been excellent along with the tremendous play by Mark Staal and Dan Girardi. Goaltender Henrik Lundqvist has been solid with a save percentage of .923, goals against average of 2.33 and a record of 18-12-3 along with 5 shutouts. Marty Biron has also been great as backup goalie. Notable mention for rookie forward Mats Zuccarello who’s made his presence on the ice known.
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