The New York Rangers jumped out to an early 3-0 lead en route to a 6-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday night. The Blueshirts scored three goals on six shots in a span of 4:08 in the first period. Chris Kreider and Tyler Motte scored twice, with Kappo Kakko and Artemi Panainn netting a goal each to round out the scoring. Mika Zibanejad had three assists, including his 600th NHL point.
Unfortunately, the injury bug continued to bite the Blueshirts with the start of the playoffs around the corner.
Prior to the start of the game, the club announced that Patrick Kane would not play due to a lower-body injury.