Rangers Rally Past Utah to Extend Point Streak to Six Games
New York overcomes early deficits with a strong third period, capping a successful Western road trip.
- The New York Rangers defeated the Utah Hockey Club 5-3, securing a 2-0-1 record on their three-game Western road trip.
- Chris Kreider's third-period goal broke a 3-3 tie, marking his 49th career game-winning goal for the Rangers.
- Artemi Panarin scored twice, including an empty-netter, bringing his season tally to 19 goals.
- Reilly Smith tied the game early in the third period with a shorthanded goal, highlighting the Rangers' resilience after trailing 3-2 entering the final frame.
- The Rangers have now earned points in six consecutive games (4-0-2) and moved above .500 for the first time since December 22, keeping their playoff hopes alive.