Though Dan Boyle and Keith Yandle are the targets of criticism following the Rangers' playoff exit, two other defensemen are truly deserving of scrutiny as the Rangers enter the offseason needing change.
The concept of scapegoating in sports can be awfully curious. In the 1986 World Series, Boston entered the bottom of the 10th in Game Six with a chance to win the title. Ahead in the 8th inning, closer Calvin Schiraldi gave up two hits and the game-tying run. Then in the 10th inning, again with a lead and one out away from winning the title, Schiraldi gave up two more hits.