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Rittich Blanks Rangers as Islanders Win 2-0

The shutout was Rittich’s second this season, reinforcing his strong form with Ilya Sorokin sidelined.

Overview

  • Anders Lee scored 58 seconds into the game to give the Islanders an early lead at UBS Arena.
  • David Rittich made 27 saves and denied a third-period penalty shot by Carson Soucy to preserve the clean sheet.
  • The Rangers came up empty on multiple power plays, including a late 6-on-4 with Igor Shesterkin pulled.
  • It was the Rangers’ eighth scoreless game of the season, highlighting ongoing offensive struggles players have lamented.
  • Rittich has allowed just three goals across three straight starts in Sorokin’s absence.