The NY Rangers put 40 shots on the Montreal Canadiens and Sam Montembeault, but could only must one goal in a disappointing loss in a clear trap game. The stat line may have favored the Rangers all game, but it was clear something was missing this game. It was almost a repeat of their dramatic comeback the other night against Dallas, another game where they looked off.
It’s easy to blame the injuries for the loss last night to Montreal. After all, the Rangers were without Chris Kreider, who plays a key role on the top line and on the top powerplay unit.