The New York Rangers entered a Saturday matinee showdown with the 2017 Stanley Cup Finalist Nashville Predators desperately needing a win. The Rangers were coming off a frustrating 4-3 shootout loss to the New York Islanders, their fifth straight loss. Despair has reigned in Rangerstown to start the season, with the Rangers off to their worst start in 58 years.
The Rangers faced a tough test against the Predators, the defending Western Conference Champions. The Rangers prevailed, with the forwards providing enough offense, the defense not allowing too much, and Henrik Lundqvist shutting the door, especially in the third period.