Overview
- Anthony Mantha and Noel Acciari each scored twice, with Acciari and Rickard Rakell tallying 20 seconds apart early in the third to make it 5-1.
- Karlsson became the 12th defenseman in NHL history to record 700 career assists with a helper on Rakell’s goal.
- Stuart Skinner improved to 8-1 over his last nine starts as New York’s four-goal third-period push narrowed Pittsburgh’s lead late.
- Veteran defenseman Kris Letang is set to miss at least a month with a fractured left foot sustained Thursday against Chicago.
- The Rangers’ slide continued to 2-10 since Igor Shesterkin’s injury, with Jonathan Quick in net and roster decisions ongoing for Artemi Panarin.