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Rangers Blow Third-Period Leads in Consecutive Preseason Losses

Coach Mike Sullivan says the focus now is tightening late-game execution during the remaining preseason.

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Overview

  • New York fell 5-4 in overtime to the Bruins after leading 4-1, then lost 5-4 to the Islanders after leading 4-2 in the third period.
  • Team leaders, including Adam Fox and Vincent Trocheck, called for higher standards as Sullivan emphasized controlling momentum with a lead.
  • Depth goaltending drew scrutiny after Talyn Boyko allowed four on 24 shots vs. Boston and Dylan Garand gave up three on 10 shots in the third vs. the Islanders.
  • Prospects strengthened roster cases, with Noah Laba posting four assists in three games and Gabe Perreault scoring two goals, while PTO winger Conor Sheary impressed with three points in two outings.
  • Halfway through preseason the Rangers are 1-1-1 with 13 goals in three games, return to play Monday at UBS Arena, and open the regular season Oct. 7 in Pittsburgh.