While all eyes are on the lottery standings as the New York Rangers prepare for their meeting with Pittsburgh Penguins, it was also a very good night for two Ranger defensive prospects who are in their own playoff battles.
Two Ranger prospects were in action in their first round series in the Ontario Hockey League playoffs. The London Knights overwhelmed the Windsor Spitfires 5-0, taking a 2-0 lead in their series. Defense prospect Joey Keane had two assists, including one on the power play.
In the other game, Nico Gross and the Oshawa Generals defeated the Peterborough Petes 8-2.