Rangers Secure Back-to-Back Shutouts, Stay in Playoff Hunt

Jonathan Quick and Igor Shesterkin lead dominant defensive efforts as New York Rangers defeat Predators and Islanders in consecutive games.

The New York Rangers defeated the Nashville Predators 4-0 on Sunday and the New York Islanders 4-0 on Monday, earning back-to-back shutouts.
Jonathan Quick recorded his third shutout of the season in his 800th career game, while Igor Shesterkin secured his fourth shutout of the season the following night.
J.T. Miller has been a standout since his return to the Rangers, contributing key goals and assists in both games to bolster the team's playoff push.
The Rangers are now tied with the Detroit Red Wings for the second Eastern Conference wild-card spot, though Detroit holds the tiebreaker with a game in hand.
Recent trades, including the acquisition of J.T. Miller and Calvin de Haan, have energized the team, with Miller's offensive production and de Haan's physical play making an immediate impact.