The best team in the NHL (based on points) invaded Madison Square Garden Wednesday night. When it was all over, the best team in the NHL (based on points) came away with no points.
The New York Rangers dominated the Washington Capitals in many areas on NBC Sports’ Wednesday night’s contest, eventually coming away with the 4-1 victory.
Artemi Panarin, the Bread Man, delivered. His two goals served as the first two of the game and paced the Rangers offensively.
After a scoreless first period, Panarin cashed in with a wicked wrister just 1:04 into the second period.