Overview

• Rangers defenseman Ryan Lindgren will be out for a few weeks due to a leg injury sustained in a game against the Islanders, but is expected to make a full recovery.
• Jacob Trouba, another key Rangers defenseman, is also sidelined with a lower-body injury but has resumed skating and is expected to return to the lineup soon.
• The Rangers have maintained their position at the top of the Metropolitan Division despite the injuries, showcasing their depth and resilience.
• Chad Ruhwedel, acquired from the Penguins, made his Rangers debut, filling in for the injured Lindgren.
• The team's performance and strategic adjustments in response to injuries are seen as crucial for their playoff preparations.