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Rangers Shut Out by Hurricanes at MSG as Power-Play Woes Deepen

Coach Mike Sullivan signaled power-play tweaks following public calls from veterans for sharper execution.

Overview

  • The 3-0 loss to Carolina extended New York’s winless start at Madison Square Garden to six games, with four shutouts in that span.
  • The Rangers went 0-for-3 on the power play and are now 4-for-36 this season (11.1%), the worst conversion rate in the NHL.
  • Sullivan said the staff may adjust the power-play personnel after repeated failures despite what he described as quality looks.
  • After 15 shots in the first period, New York managed just one in the third, and J.T. Miller, Mika Zibanejad and Adam Fox voiced mounting frustration over missed chances.
  • The Rangers are 6-6-2 and averaging 2.21 goals per game, and they visit the Red Wings on Friday before hosting the Islanders on Saturday.