ST. LOUIS — The Rangers still believe they’re Stanley Cup contenders, and that view is coloring how general manager Jeff Gorton is approaching Monday’s trade deadline.
And at the base of that optimism is the play of goalie Henrik Lundqvist, with his performance in the 2-1 win over the Blues on Thursday night at Scottrade Center a reminder of why the Rangers in the postseason will at the very least be a tough out.